The 30-day comment period is open for the 2026-2027 District-wide Code of Conduct. It is anticipated the Board of Education will adopt the 2026-27 Code of Conduct following a public hearing at the August 11 meeting. Review the 2026-2027 District-wide Code of Conduct To submit questions or comments, please email: BOEPublicComment@vlietschools.org
Additional locations to open July 6 The Watervliet City School District is offering free meals during the summer for children 18 years old and younger. View information on dates, times and locations
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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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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Thank you voters! Watervliet City School District residents Tuesday approved the $46,319,000 budget for the 2026-27 school year by a margin of 65%, or 138 yes votes to 72 no votes. Two elected to school board Victoria Donnelly was re-elected to the Board of Education with 149 votes. She will serve her second three-year term …
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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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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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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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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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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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