During the April 14 meeting, the Board of Education unanimously adopted a proposed 2026–27 school budget totaling $46,319,000. The budget proposal represents a 5 percent increase in spending from the current year. The adopted budget maintains all personnel, programs and services, supports the diverse learning needs of students, and makes essential updates to the district’s …
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Two Watervliet High School students were part of winning teams that earned spots on the podium in recent SkillsUSA competition in Albany! Junior Makenzie Ryan competed as a member of the first-place team in Crime Scene Investigation (photo, center podium). Following their success in the regional contest, Makenzie’s team, whose other student members are from …
State aid outlook for the district takes an unexpected turn During an informational budget workshop last week, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens and School Business Manager Keith Heid presented a second, more detailed glimpse into the 2026-27 school budget development process. The most significant update from the first budget presentation, shared at the Board …
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March 13, 2026 Dear Watervliet City Schools Community: Each year, the New York State Education Department (NYSED), under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), is required to identify the support model for every K–12 school and district in New York State. The support model determined through the ESSA accountability system is crucial to ensuring every …
Board of Education nominating petitions available now Two seats on the Watervliet Board of Education will be up for election this year. If you are interested in for running for a seat on the board, education law requires that candidates provide a petition signed by at least 50 qualified district voters. Board nominating petitions are …
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Many students spent February break relaxing at home or traveling with family — but one group of motivated young women rolled up their sleeves, powered up some tools, and dove into a week of hands-on STEM learning. Thanks to a grant from RPI aimed at increasing female participation in science, technology, engineering, and math, Watervliet …
Watervliet Track & Field standout Anthony Morelli has been selected as WNYT High School Athlete of the Week! Congratulations on this well-deserved honor. Check out WNYT’s High School Athlete of the Week
Throughout the school year, Watervliet Athletics will highlight student athletes of the month who demonstrate good sportsmanship, exemplary athletic performance and achievement in their respective sports, academic responsibility and leadership. Nominated by their coaches, our Athletes of the Month for January are Fiona Cheng, Keith Francis and Jaden Sierra. Fiona Cheng: Cheerleading Coach Paige Martin …
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Celebrating Academic Excellence! Approximately 325 middle and high school students achieved High Honor Roll and Honor Roll during the second quarter marking period of the school year. We are proud of your accomplishments. Congratulations and keep up the great work! High Honor Roll Grade 6 Safira Aboubacar, Abdullah Amani, Tamana Amani, Isabella Ansu, Skylah Arana, …
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The Watervliet Elementary School Drama Club performed their Winter Showcase on Feb. 3 — opening with a roaring full cast dance routine from the musical, The Lion King. About two dozen students appeared in four short skits based on famous stories and folk tales including Beauty and the Beast, The Princess and the Pea, The …
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