Dear Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School Families, With the end of the school year quickly approaching, we are preparing for Regents, final exams and mandatory review sessions. If your child is scheduled to take a June Regents and/or final exam, please encourage them to take advantage of the mandatory review sessions offered prior to Regents week, …
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A reminder for our students and families that Watervliet schools are closed tomorrow, Friday, May 27, due to unused snow days, and Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day. We look forward to welcoming back students and staff on Tuesday, May 31. Enjoy the extended holiday weekend! Reported COVID cases for May 23-26 We …
The U.S. History Regents Exam, scheduled for Wednesday, June 1, has been canceled by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Read the NYSED memo This means that June 1 will be a regular day of instruction for all Watervliet High School students. Students will be granted an exemption for this Regents exam toward their …
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Mark your calendar! As we prepare to wrap up the 2021-22 school year, please make note of the important end-of-year events and activities for Watervliet Elementary School and Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School, listed below: May 27 – No School (Snow day give back) May 30 – No School, Memorial Day June 3 – WHS Prom …
Dear Watervliet families, The news of a school shooting in an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas yesterday is yet another senseless and tragic act that has become far too prevalent in our world. Our hearts break for the families and friends of the 19 young children, and two devoted teachers who lost their lives. There …
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One of our top priorities at Watervliet Elementary School is to provide a safe environment for children. It has been brought to our attention that the drop-off circle in front of the school on 10th Avenue is becoming less and less safe as many families are allowing children to run around unsupervised and not following …
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We have learned of the following positive cases of COVID-19 in our school community since our last update on Friday, May 13: Five (5) from Watervliet Elementary School, and Six (6) from Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School. For daily positive COVID-19 cases affecting our district, visit the NYS COVID-19 Report Card. Important reminders With cases continuing …
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Science department chairperson Walter Bowden surprised two high school juniors with news that they are eligible to receive prestigious college scholarships. Sophia Prew has been awarded the Bausch + Lomb Honorary Science Award for exemplary academic performance in science courses throughout high school. Karina Leibach has been awarded the Rensselaer Medal, a scholarship opportunity through …
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Writing and pictures by Megan Polaro, WHS Senior and CEIP Communications Intern On May 12, Watervliet High School introduced 17 new members to the National Honor Society during the 74th Induction Ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by current members of the National Honor Society. Friends and family joined in person and over a live stream …
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Thank you voters! Watervliet City School District residents approved the proposed $33.7 million budget for the 2022-23 school year by a margin of 76 percent, or 146 yes votes to 46 no votes. Sheri Senecal was re-elected to her fourth term on the school board with 144 votes. Brian White was elected to his first …
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