On Thursday, June 10, Watervliet district leaders held a virtual community forum to share information and gather input on a plan to apply COVID relief funding that is available to schools over the next three years. The funds are intended to provide districts with short-term resources to assist in recovering from the effects of the …
As has been reported, on Friday afternoon, New York State Health Commissioner Howard Zucker issued a letter informing the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) that New York would ease the mask requirements in schools as early as Monday, June 7. Please note that, at this time, Watervliet and other public schools have received no definite …
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Watervliet Elementary School has been designated a Gold Star No Place For Hate School for the second year by the Anti-Defamation League. This designation recognizes the elementary school’s commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students. The No Place For Hate® initiative is designed to create inclusive communities and empower schools …
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We have been notified of two confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in the Watervliet City School District. Both cases involve individuals from the Watervliet Elementary School community. All contacts associated with these cases have been advised of the need to quarantine as a precaution. Two classrooms have moved to remote learning for the next 10 …
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As we prepare to wrap up the 2020-21 school year, please note the important dates below for prekindergarten students and families. Last day of in-person classes will be Tuesday, June 22. Class celebrations will be done virtually on Wednesday, June 23 8:30 a.m. – Strawberries (a.m.) (Ms. LaPrade) 9:00 a.m. – Bananas (p.m.) (Ms. LaPrade) …
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Students learn about, embrace digital citizenship Common Sense, the national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students and families thrive in a world of media and technology, has recognized Watervliet Elementary School (WES) as a Common Sense School. WES has demonstrated its commitment to taking a whole-community approach to preparing its students to think critically and …
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Three elementary students received awards in the Watervliet Elks annual drug awareness poster contest. About 15 student entered the contest creating posters based on this year’s theme: “Drug Abuse, No Excuse.” Representatives from the local Elks stopped by Watervliet Elementary School recently to recognize the winners and present their awards. Congratulations to the following students: …
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By now you have likely heard that many of the restrictions put in place across New York as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are changing. That said, it is important to note that to date, most of the health and safety precautions in place for schools remain unchanged by the New York State Department …
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Make Good Eating and Active Living – Great Fun! Emmy award-winning FoodPlay Productions will present Bring ToBe Fit, The Juggling Nutrition Magician Show to Watervliet Elementary School on Thursday, May 27. This presentation will be live via Zoom. ToBe Fit, The Juggling Nutrition Magician Show is a fun-filled performance that enchants, engages, and empowers students …
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Watervliet City School District residents approved the $30.46 million budget for the 2021-22 school year by a margin of 74 percent, or 107 yes votes to 37 no votes. The 2021-22 budget reflects a 6.7%, or $1.9 million more than the current-year budget, and allows the district to maintain current staffing levels, and all educational …
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