Scholarship News Science department chairperson Walter Bowden and Watervliet High School principal Ryan Groat recently surprised two high school juniors with news that they are eligible to receive prestigious college scholarships. Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award Mustafa Raza has earned the Bausch + Lomb Honorary Science Award in recognition of his exceptional achievement and …
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In May, fourth grade students at Watervliet Elementary School were introduced to SEFCU’s challenge-based iPac learning lab: Change Your World, Making Financial Decisions. View photo gallery This unique, first-of-its-kind program introduces basic financial concepts and decision making using iPads and Apple robots to children between the ages of nine and 12 years old. The use …
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Second grade students author butterfly adventures to mix writing and scientific research Every spring, second grade students at Watervliet Elementary School learn about the stages of the butterfly life cycle, also known as metamorphosis. The life cycle includes four stages, beginning with the egg, which then hatches into a caterpillar (the larva). The third stage …
Dozens of Watervliet High School student athletes participated in National Biomechanics Day in April at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). The high school students learned about the connection between science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and athletic performance by participating in a sports clinic at RPI’s East Campus Athletic Village. RPI college athletes introduced members of …
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In April, the HVCC Business Communications class traveled to the headquarters of nearby Integra Optics in Latham for a job shadow field trip. Integra Optics is a leader in the telecommunications industry recognized for its innovative network solutions, product reliability, technical expertise and personalized customer service. The group of 11th and 12th grade students had …
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Students recognized for effort, dedication to academic excellence The entire Watervliet City School District administration, faculty and staff applaud this year’s top scholars for their efforts and achievements. School leaders congratulate the students who have earned a spot in the Top 10 of the Class of 2018 for maintaining the highest GPAs over their four …
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RPI nanotech event at WJSHS designed to spark interest in science, engineering, math Grades 4-8 students and their families learned about nanotechnology using simple materials to solve fun engineering challenges at a special event on Saturday, April 14 at Watervliet Jr./Sr. High School. ADD PHOTOS (2-3) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) students presented nanoscience demonstrations and …
Ninth-grade students visit local businesses and state agencies to learn about careers March was a busy month as ninth graders in the the Pivot program completed several job shadow experiences to learn about different careers. In early March, Pivot students had a great time meeting the staff at Linium Recruiting in Albany, where they had …
Virtual field trip technology supports student exploration and learning at Watervliet Elementary School WES fourth-grade students recently visited Citi Field to mark baseball’s opening day. Earlier this year, grade 5 students traveled to Borneo, the world’s third-largest island, to explore its river and beach ecosystems. These are just a few of the famous landmarks and …
Dress Like a Teacher Day Watervliet Elementary School students began Spirit Week with Dress Like A Teacher Day, where they donned their most adult-looking attire in honor of a school educator. ADD PHOTOS The remaining themes for WES Spirit Week include: Dress Like a Rock Star on Tuesday, Wacky Wednesday, Super Hero Day on Thursday …
