03/05/2025
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Ramadan Mubarak!
During Ramadan, many of our Buffalo Public Schools students observe a sacred month of fasting, reflection, and prayer. From dawn until sunset, they refrain from food and water, which can mean long hours of fasting while still engaging in their school responsibilities. In addition to fasting, many students participate in special nighttime prayers (Tarawih), which may extend past midnight. They also wake up early, often around 4–5 am, to eat a pre-dawn meal (Suhoor) and pray before beginning their fast.
Since Ramadan follows the lunar calendar, its dates change each year.
This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Friday, February 28, 2025, and conclude on the evening of Sunday, March 30, 2025 (dates may vary based on moon sighting).
Fasting, combined with late-night prayers and early mornings, can make the school day more challenging for our Muslim students. By showing compassion and understanding—whether by allowing rest breaks, being mindful of energy levels in the afternoon, or simply offering words of encouragement—we can help support their well-being during this meaningful time.
