On Tuesday, May 19, school district residents will vote on a proposed $46.3 million budget for the 2026-27 school year. Voters will also elect two candidates to the Board of Education. Voting takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at two polling locations: Watervliet Elementary School and the Watervliet Elks Lodge. Learn more about …
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On Tuesday, May 19, in addition to voting on the proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year, the community will also elect two candidates to serve on the board of education for three-year terms beginning July 1, 2026. In total, four district residents are vying to fill two Board of Education seats that are open …
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In April, a crew of Character Education students joined forces with Capital Roots, Watervliet Housing Authority (WHA) and Mountainview Landscaping to plant 80 trees along 2nd Ave, 21st Street, 23rd Street and 24th Street in the city. This was the second phase of the project that the students readily jumped in to help complete. Seventeen …
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Senior Mariah Fulton represented Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for New York’s 20th district, where her artwork was on display at Union College’s Nott Memorial during an artist reception on May 1. Mariah’s drawing titled “In Memory Of” was among the art created by 42 students from 21 high schools …
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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 February are Kaelyn Bagnardi, Leo Soroka and Aundru Woods. Kaelyn Bagnardi: Softball Coach Michael Bendon …
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The Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA) recently honored Kirsten DeMento, Watervliet City School District’s Director of Accountability and Educational Programs, with an Excellence in District Administrative Leadership Award. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens presented the award to Ms. DeMento during a ceremony on April 30. Dr. Stevens shared that she has made a …
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Grades 9-12 students had an opportunity to explore potential career pathways and network with area professionals during a Career Fair on April 16 at Watervliet Jr.-Sr. School. The Career Fair welcomed representatives from approximately 25 state and municipal agencies and private sector businesses — giving students the chance to explore real-world careers in such fields …
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A total of 10 Watervliet educators were officially awarded tenure during the Board of Education meeting on April 14. We are proud to recognize one administrator and nine teachers who have achieved this milestone because of your hard work and your dedication to our students and our schools. We appreciate all you do to educate, …
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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 …
