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Fire prevention presentation sparks safety awareness for elementary students

In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, Watervliet firefighters visited the elementary school to teach students important fire safety tips based on this year’s theme, Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries power everyday devices like phones, tablets, laptops, Smartwatches, fitness trackers, toys, e-bikes, and scooters. These batteries store a …

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Watervliet Athletic Hall of Fame Committee announces inductees for 2026

The Watervliet High School Athletic Hall of Fame will induct six student-athlete alumni and one team for its Class of 2026, as part of the school’s Homecoming celebration. The inductees will be recognized during a Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Brunch at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 17 in the cafeteria at Watervliet High …

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WES Buddy Classrooms Unite for International Day of Peace

Watervliet Elementary School students kicked off this year’s Buddy Classrooms program with activities to mark the International Day of Peace on Monday, Sept. 21. Fifth graders paired with second graders, fourth graders joined first graders and third graders gathered with first graders to meet and get to know their buddies. Students learned about each other …

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Congratulations to the Cannoneers Class of 2026 Summer Graduates

Two students completed credit requirements this summer to earn their high school diplomas. We are beyond proud of our summer graduates, Brandon and LahGiere, for never giving up and working hard to achieve this milestone! The graduates received their diplomas in a ceremony on August 31 in the high school’s conference room that was filled …

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Summer Travel Program Recap

Over the summer, students turned the world around them into a classroom! From museums and historic sites to iconic landmarks, zoos, and aquariums, students explored, discovered, and learned through hands-on experiences and real-world adventures. From Thacher Park to the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, Saratoga Battlefield to Howes Caverns, and MiSci to the New …

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Internet-Enabled Device Policy Enforcement Report for the 2025–2026 School Year

As per New York State Education Law, the Watervliet City School District implemented its updated Distraction-Free Schools Policy for the 2025–2026 school year. This “bell-to-bell” mandate requires all internet-enabled personal devices — this includes smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets — to be turned off and stored away securely from the beginning to the end of the …

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Students fast-track their STEM skills thanks to Capital Region BOCES summer program

A weeklong summer enrichment program shifted learning into high gear for students from Watervliet and Menands. The science, technology, engineering, and math [STEM] enrichment program, organized by Capital Region BOCES, brought together 24 students from the two neighboring school districts to learn, work in teams and have fun at the same time. The theme of …

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Water safety information and resources available for families

New York State Education Law requires school districts to provide families with information about water safety, drowning prevention and safe and healthy swimming practices. This information is intended to help families understand water-related risks and promote safe practices in, on and around water. View water safety information and resources

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Mark Your Calendars! Registration for Fall Sports Opens Soon

Attention Cannoneers — are you interested in playing football, volleyball, soccer or golf this Fall? How about running cross country or joining the cheer squad? Then be sure to mark your calendars for these important dates! Registration Information Arbiter registration for Fall sports will open Sunday, July 26. All student-athletes must be registered through Arbiter …

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