(The following message was shared with parents and guardians of fifth grade students via ParentSquare on April 26.) As the school year draws to a close, we are filled with both pride and nostalgia. Our fifth-graders have grown academically and socially during their time at Watervliet Elementary School, and now they are getting ready for …
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Three Watervliet High School students competed in the 2nd Annual Capital Region Poetry Slam on Thursday, April 11, at the Doane Stuart School in Rensselaer. Kharyn Acosta, a ninth grader, recited an original poem, “To My Older Brother,” while 11th graders Abdullah Hodge and Rayan Ahmed collaborated on the poem, “Constitution of the Students.” The …
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Congratulations to varsity baseball player Zayden Crouse for his 21 strikeout game vs. Berlin-New Lebanon. On April 6, the 11th grader pitched 7 and 2/3rd innings striking out 21 batters This accomplishment breaks the previous school record of 19 in a game, and also ties him for second best all time within Section 2 as …
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Throughout the school year, Watervliet Athletics will feature student athletes who demonstrate exemplary achievement in their respective sports. Student athletes are recognized for demonstrating good sportsmanship throughout their respective sports seasons. Nominated by their coaches in March 2024, our Athletes of the Month are Makenzie Ryan and Zayden Crouse. Congratulations! Makenzie Ryan — Varsity Softball …
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Another two dozen (+1) students were recognized for demonstrating the “Cannoneer Culture” values during the months of January and February. The Cannoneer Culture initiative was introduced to celebrate grades 6-8 students whose efforts help improve the overall school climate at Watervliet Junior High School. Throughout the school year, teachers and staff nominate a total of …
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If your child will be 5 years old by December 1, 2024 — it’s time to register them for kindergarten. Kindergarten registration will take place Monday, May 20 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesday, May 21 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Watervliet Elementary School. Call 518-629-3204 to schedule an appointment. Please …
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Proposal maintains programs, services, staffing; provides additional learning opportunities and supports for students During its regular meeting on April 9, the Watervliet Board of Education voted unanimously to adopt a proposed $41,394,000 budget for the 2024-25 school year. The school budget proposal represents a $3.6 million, or 9.6%, increase compared with the current-year budget. The …
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Two seats on the Watervliet City School District Board of Education are up for election during the annual school budget vote and school board election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Each seat is for a three-year term that will run from July 1, 2024-June 30, 2027. The Watervliet school board is made up of five …
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The 2024 Grades 3-8 English Language Arts and Math tests will take place starting in April. These tests continue to be untimed, meaning as long as students are working productively, they will be given as much time as they need to complete the tests during the regular school day. NEW THIS YEAR: The Watervliet City …
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Please be aware of the following changes to the Watervliet City School District calendar. Watervliet schools will dismiss early on Monday, April 8, due to the solar eclipse. Teachers and staff will remain for planning and other professional learning during the afternoon. Students will dismiss at the following times on April 8: Prekindergarten — 11 …
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