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WES students honored for effort, leadership and positivity

Watervliet Elementary School fifth-graders were named NYS Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYS AHPERD) Capital Zone Student Leadership Award winners! The 10 students were nominated by their physical education teachers and recognized for their outstanding leadership, effort, and positive attitude — not only in PE class but also in the classroom. We …

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Transitions in Administrative Leadership for the 2026-27 School Year

After many years of dedicated service, veteran administrator Kirsten DeMento is retiring at the end of this school year. Ms. DeMento has made a lasting impact on our students, staff, and families through exemplary leadership, commitment, and care during her 24-year tenure with the district. We are deeply grateful for her contributions, and we wish …

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Longtime administrator recognized for leadership excellence

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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Tenure Earned: Educators Honored for Excellence and Commitment

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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Watervliet Board Adopts 2026-27 School Budget

During the April 14 meeting, the Board of Education unanimously adopted a proposed 2026–27 school budget totaling $46,319,000. The budget proposal represents a 5 percent increase in spending from the current year. The adopted budget maintains all personnel, programs and services, supports the diverse learning needs of students, and makes essential updates to the district’s …

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School budget development for the 2026-27 school year well underway

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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WES Drama Club’s Winter Showcase features fun skits, songs and dance

The Watervliet Elementary School Drama Club performed their Winter Showcase on Feb. 3 — opening with a roaring full cast dance routine from the musical, The Lion King. About two dozen students appeared in four short skits based on famous stories and folk tales including Beauty and the Beast, The Princess and the Pea, The …

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Twenty students compete in annual WES Spelling Bee

Fifth grader emerges as champion Excitement filled the Watervliet Elementary School gym as fourth and fifth grade classroom champions faced off in this year’s annual spelling bee. Twenty students earned their place in the competition, representing the best spellers from each classroom and bringing their focus, confidence, and vocabulary skills to the stage. The audience …

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Thank you! Watervliet voters approve $28.6 million capital project

Watervliet City School District voters approved a $28.6 million capital project on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with 142 in favor and 90 opposed – a margin of 61%. This tax-neutral project is made possible through a combination of 97.6% state building aid and $1 million from the district’s capital reserve fund – meaning it will have …

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