Watervliet High School students pursue in-demand careers at Capital Region BOCES

Fired up about welding Watervliet High School senior Karlton Canty is pursuing training in Welding and Metal Fabrication program at Capital Region BOCES because the skills are “in demand.” “This is a job that is in high demand and I find it satisfying,” he said. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, …

Guest readers share favorite stories on DEAR Day

Fifth-grade classes at Watervliet Elementary School were visited by several guest readers, including New York State Assembly Member John McDonald, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens and Principal Ryan Groat, for DEAR Day, which stands for Drop Everything And Read.  WES traditionally celebrates DEAR Day on the day before Thanksgiving break. As the name implies, …

WES celebrates October Kids of Character

Almost 70 elementary students were nominated by their teachers as Kids of Character for the month of October. The students from kindergarten through grade 5 were recognized for consistently demonstrating the word of the month – responsibility. The Kids of Character students were met with applause, high-fives and cheers from their friends, teachers, principals and …

Celebrating the October Students of the Month

The “Cannoneer Culture” Students of the Month for October were announced during an assembly on Nov. 3. This initiative was introduced last year to celebrate grades 6-8 students whose efforts help improve the overall school climate at Watervliet Junior High School. Each month, teachers and staff nominate a total of 12 students, one per grade …

WHS seniors reserve their spot at HVCC through early admissions process

Over 30 Watervliet High School seniors met with admissions counselors from Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) to finalize their applications free of charge and be accepted on the spot for the Fall 2024 semester during HVCC Instant Admissions Day on Oct. 31. The students will receive their official acceptance letters from HVCC in late December. …

Grade 8 students recognized for achievement during first quarter interim

Assistant Superintendent of Schools Kelly Webster and Assistant Principal Michael Foust joined science teacher Claudia Bunting Marshall on Friday to present awards and prizes to students in recognition of their hard work and their success during the first quarter interim. More than a dozen eighth graders who earned a 90 average or above in science …

“Cannoneer Culture” recognition moves into second year

Assembly celebrates September Students of the Month  The first “Cannoneer Culture” Students of the Month for the 2023-24 school year were announced during an assembly on Oct. 6. The “Cannoneer Culture” initiative, introduced last year, recognizes grades 6-8 students whose efforts help improve the overall school climate at Watervliet Junior High School. Each month, teachers …

Join the new expanded Watervliet PTA, make a difference for UPK-12 students!

New this year: After voting last spring to expand its scope to benefit students in all grade levels – prekindergarten through grade 12 – the Watervliet Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is now the Watervliet PTA. The Watervliet PTA organizes fun monthly events for families and students, finances field trips and purchases grade-level spirit wear …

Rewind of summer programs presented at September Board of Education meeting

Three Programs — One Great Summer.  That’s how Watervliet Elementary Assistant Principal Catherine Casey summed up the district’s trifecta of summer learning programs at the September Board of Education meeting. Mrs. Casey was joined by Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School Assistant Principal Michael Foust and Special Education Director Molly McGrath for a recap of summer learning …

Teachers, staff return for 2023-24 school year

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens and Assistant Superintendent Kelly Webster kicked off the 2023-24 school year during two Opening Days packed with professional learning and other activities for teachers and staff. On day 1, Dr. Stevens began with his answer to the question: Why am I here? “Because ‘We Are Vliet’ and it’s about …

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