A reminder about immunizations and health screenings required for school

Dear Parents/Guardians, New York State law requires that children attending pre-K through grade 12 receive all required doses of vaccines on the recommended schedule in order to attend or remain in school. Within 14 days of the first day of school or day care, parents must: Show proof of their child’s up-to-date vaccinations, OR Provide …

Graduates experience ‘a year like no other’ and come out stronger, determined and hopeful

On Friday, June 25, a class of 104 seniors crossed the stage to receive their diplomas during a ceremony held at the Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School as family, friends, classmates, faculty, staff and Board of Education members cheered on the graduates. View more graduation photos on Facebook Principal Ryan Groat welcomed guests to the commencement, …

Longtime educators, staff member recognized for service, dedication to Watervliet City Schools

The Watervliet City School District honors a trio of veteran staffers who are headed into retirement as this school year comes to an end. Between the three, they have a combined 97 years of service and dedication to our students and community. We are grateful and appreciative for the difference these three special people have …

Summer Meals Information and Distribution Sites

Watervliet City Schools: FREE Breakfast & Lunch Summer Program 2021 The summer program offers free meals for anyone 18 years and younger (parents may pick up meals for their children). Breakfast and lunch “To-Go” will be available Monday–Friday, from July 6 through August 20 for pick-up at the times and locations listed below. Watervliet Elementary …

WHS students awarded prestigious scholarships for college

Two Watervliet High School juniors have earned prestigious science scholarships: Ella M. Bendon has earned the Bausch + Lomb Honorary Science Award for her exemplary academic performance in science courses throughout her high school career. Zed Aiken Dinoy has been awarded the Rensselaer Medal, a scholarship opportunity through Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) that recognizes promising …

Watervliet District-Wide Safety Plan Available for Review

The New York State Education Department requires all school districts to update District-Wide Emergency Response/Safety Plans annually. The plans must be made available for public comment for a 30-day period prior to Board of Education approval. The public comment period for Watervliet’s District-Wide Safety Plan is now open. Review the District-Wide Safety Plan Comments and …

End-of-Year Schedules for K-12, Regents Exams, Livestream Links Added

As we prepare to wrap up the 2020-21 school year, please note the end-of-year schedules for Watervliet Elementary School and Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School, as follows: Watervliet Elementary School (K-5) June 14: Kindergarten Screening June 16: Field Day, Grades PreK-2 June 17: Field Day, Grades 3-5 June 18: No School (Juneteenth observed) June 22: 5th …

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