6.18.13

Watervliet Civic Center seeks feedback from parents

All parents are encouraged to complete a brief survey about after-school activities for the Watervliet Civic Center's after-school program. Go to the survey

6.14.13

2013 Field Day signals that another school year is coming to a close View Photos

6.12.13

June edition of the WES Shooting Star newspaper is now available Download a copy of the Shooting Star

6.7.13

WES Summer Reading

Looking for some good books to read over the summer? Check out our new Summer Reading web page with its extensive recommended reading list, links to online stories and fun activities for elementary students and their families. learn more

6.4.13

Watervliet's ESL students share thoughts about school, learning in video

Watervliet Elementary School's English as a Second Language (ESL) students, with assistance from ESL teacher Laura Abate, created and star in a video called “The World in Our School.” Read more

5.30.13

June elementary newsletter available Download a copy

5.16.13

Grade 2 teachers and students model Common Core math instruction for NYSED video series

Watervliet Elementary School teachers and students are featured in a new online video series developed by the New York State Education Department (SED) as a resource for educators throughout the state as they continue to implement the Common Core Learning Standards. Read more | View video

5.15.13

RPI student athletes discuss rowing with elementary students

In May, three members of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s (RPI) Crew Club visited Watervliet Elementary School to talk with students about the practice and teamwork that is necessary to be successful in the sport of rowing. Read more

5.3.13

May elementary newsletter available Download a copy

4.17.13

WES Shooting Star newspaper showcases student art, literary work

The latest edition of The Shooting Star, Watervliet Elementary School's newspaper produced by the student council, is dedicated entirely to student art and literary works. Check out stories, paintings, sculpture, poetry and more created by many talented elementary school students. Download The Shooting Star

4.16.13

April elementary newsletter available Download a copy

3.28.13

Grade 6 Transition Night offers students a glimpse into next year

Grade 6 Transition Night offered current sixth-graders and their parents a chance to meet high school administrators and teachers, tour Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School classrooms, and receive information about Grade 7 programs. View Photo gallery

3.6.13

Special guest readers share stories with students

As part of Parents as Reading Partners month, Community Guest Readers were invited to read books to Watervliet Elementary School students this week. Read more

3.1.13

Parents as Reading Partners puts focus on reading in March

Students attended an assembly on Friday, March 1, to kick off Parents As Reading Partners (PARP) month at the elementary school. Sponsored by the WES PTA, PARP is a collaborative effort among parents, teachers and students to build a reading partnership between home and school. View Photo gallery | download PARP Activity calendar | information about WES book fair

3.1.13

Lockdown drill at WES completed; additional drills to occur through end of school year

A lockdown drill at Watervliet Elementary School on Friday, March 1 was successfully completed in cooperation with the Watervliet Police Department and emergency responders. Both school buildings will continue to have additional fire and safety drills through the end of the school year. Comprehensive safety drills are practiced periodically to help the school district’s faculty, staff and students be prepared in the event of an emergency.

3.1.13

March elementary newsletter available Download a copy

2.27.13

March is Parents as Reading Partners (PARP) month at Watervliet Elementary School

A celebration of literacy and reading kicks off on Friday, March 1, which begins Parents As Reading Partners (PARP) month at the elementary school. Sponsored by the WES PTA, PARP is a collaborative effort among parents, teachers and students to build a reading partnership between home and school. The program encourages parents to read with their children for at least 15 minutes daily during each week of PARP! View the PARP activities calendar

2.14.13

Second graders mark 100 days of learning with art projects

Earlier this week, Watervliet Elementary School second-grade classes marked the 100th day of school with creative works of art commemorating the milestone. View Photo gallery

2.12.13

Mark Your Calendar Now for Grades K-2 Math Night on February 27

WES will host “Math Night” for parents of grades K–2 students on Wednesday, February 27 from 6-7 p.m. Learn about the math your child is doing in school, how games and activities help build math skills, and how to help your child with homework. Give us an hour and we'll show you how much fun math can be!! View flyer for more information

2.12.13

Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company performs at WES

The Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company brought its "If Books Could Dance!" program to the Watervliet Elementary School on Feb.11 for back-to-back assemblies, the first for grades K-3, followed by another for grades 4-6.  Read more

1.23.13

WES crowns the 2013 spelling bee champ

Sixth grader Alexis Dykes, a student in Andrea DeLollo’s class, captured the title of school spelling bee champ during the annual spelling competition at Watervliet Elementary School on January 18. Read more

1.23.13

Elementary students collecting spare change to help others

First graders at Watervliet Elementary School are collecting coins for the regional Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in honor of a young local hero who has been treated successfully for leukemia. read more

1.16.13

Ziti dinner to raise funds for Grade 6 field trip

The sixth grade class is hosting a ziti dinner fundraiser on Thursday, March 7, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Watervliet Elementary School cafeteria to raise funds to support their end-of-the-year field trip to the Bronx Zoo. Tickets for the eat-in or take-out dinner are available for purchase from grade 6 students, or by contacting a grade 6 teacher. The cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children. More information

1.15.13

Save the Date: Registration for Kindergarten and UPK will take place in March

Kindergarten registration for the 2013-14 school year will take place on March 20-21. More information (pdf)

UPK registration for the 2013-14 school year is scheduled for March 26-27. More information (pdf)

1.15.13

Poetry reading, skit helps build language skills for young ESL students

Kindergarten and grade 1 English as a Second Language (ESL) students at Watervliet Elementary School practiced and performed a winter-themed skit and poetry reading as a group for their classmates and teachers just before the holiday recess in December. Read more

1.10.13

Grades 3-6 Math Night scheduled for January 30

WES hosts “Math Night” on January 30 at 6 p.m. for parents of grades 3–6 students. Teachers will provide information about the math program and walk parents through a typical math lesson, as well as share strategies intended to prepare you to better help your child/children with their math homework. State test expectations will also be discussed. View flyer for more information

1.3.13

January elementary newsletter available Download a copy

12.19.12

Holiday Concert showcases talent of elementary student musicians

Watervliet Elementary School hosted its annual holiday concert on Thursday, Dec. 13. The concert featured the band and the chorus performing a flurry of holiday classics and other popular songs. View Photo Gallery

12.14.12

December elementary newsletter available Download a copy

12.3.12

WES students learn more about a favorite topic: Dinosaurs

It was Watervliet Elementary School meets Jurassic Park when the Scotia-Glenville Traveling Museum brought its Age of the Dinosaurs program to the school recently. Read More | View Photo Gallery

12.3.12

Fourth-graders study Native American history, culture

As part of their recent study of Native American culture and history, Watervliet Elementary School's fourth-grade classrooms adopted “clan names.” Read more

11.27.12

November elementary newsletter available Download a copy

11.20.12

Students and teachers "Drop Everything And Read"  

DEAR Day has become a tradition for Watervliet Elementary School fifth-graders. On this one day every year, fifth-grade classes Drop Everything and Read (DEAR). Read more

11.20.12

WES students celebrate Thanksgiving

First-graders enjoyed a special breakfast of pancakes, while kindergarten students enjoyed having many of their favorite stories read to them by sixth-graders the day before Thanksgiving recess! View Photo Gallery

11.13.12

Sgt. Spain and the sixth-grade “saviors” collect items for hurricane victims

Watervliet sixth-grade students brought in much-needed items including food, water and cleaning supplies for victims of Hurricane Sandy. Read More

11.13.12

Grades 3-6 students invited to RPI's Exploring Engineering Day

The School of Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) invites parents and children in grades 3-6 to attend Exploring Engineering Day (EED), a free half-day program that introduces families to the field of engineering and the exciting work that engineers do to make our lives easier, safer, healthier and fun! While children attend hands-on activities, parents attend a parallel program that includes hands-on activities, tips for sustaining their child’s interest in math and science, and information about how their children can adequately prepare to pursue a college degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. Exploring Engineering Day will take place at RPI in Troy on Saturday, February 16, 2013. Families are encouraged to register online. Registration will be open through December 7, 2012, or until the program fills. More information (PDF)

11. 8.12

Animal studies unit involves observing amphibians

Fourth-graders recently welcomed African Dwarf Frogs to their classrooms and are busy learning about and observing the amphibians in their habitat. Read more

11.7.12

School Ambassadors Program gets a boost from CAP COM

Students who participate in the School Ambassadors Program gathered in the lobby of the Watervliet Elementary School to accept $250 from Capital Communications Federal Credit Union (CAP COM). Read More

Oct. 31, 2012

Watervliet Elks come bearing special gifts for third graders: free dictionaries

Every third grader at Watervliet Elementary School recently received a special gift that will help them become better learners: their very own personal dictionary. Read more | View photo gallery

10.31.12

From vampires to super heroes at this year's Halloween Parade

Watervliet Elementary School hosts its annual Halloween Parade on Wednesday, Oct. 31. Check out our Halloween Parade Photo Gallery

10.30.12

District welcomes new elementary school assistant principal and new coordinator of literacy/UPK

The new coordinator of literacy and universal prekindergarten and the new assistant principal at Watervliet Elementary School share some things in common, for example, both were fourth-grade teachers prior to accepting positions in Watervliet. Read more

10.23.12

Watervliet firefighters share prevention and safety tips with students

Watervliet Elementary School had its annual Fire Safety Awareness assembly on October 17. The event coincides with National Fire Prevention/Safety Awareness Month. Read More

10.19.12

Watervliet firefighters visit UPK to share safety tips during National Fire Prevention/Safety month

Watervliet firefighters recently visited Watervliet's universal pre-kindergarten classes to share fire safety tips with students. View Photo gallery

10.16.12

Reaching for the stars

Sixth-grade students step into portable planetarium to learn about constellations. Read more | View photo gallery

10.16.12

Grade 4 students learning about animal habitats

Students in Mrs. Webster’s & Mrs. Sogoian's fourth grade science class are studying animal habitats. Read more

10.5.12

Annual autumn event is fun for kindergartners, teachers and spectators

Watervliet Elementary School hosted its annual Kindergarten Apple Run on Friday, October 5. Students in all four kindergarten classes ran in groups as fast as they could around the course outside the school as family members, teachers and coaches cheered them on to the finish line. View photo gallery

10.4.12

WES students swing their partner

All this week, Watervliet Elementary School students have been "bowing to their partner," "diving for oysters," and practicing their "Do-Si-Do." They are getting pretty good at promenading and circling left or circling right, too. Read more | View photo gallery

10.2.12

October WES newsletter now available

This month’s newsletter includes an invitation to parents, friends and family members to the annual Kindergarten Apple Run on Oct. 5, information about the Halloween celebration and much more. download newsletter

 9.24.12

September WES newsletter now available

The September edition of the school newsletter is now available. This month’s newsletter includes information on home and school communication and the new student drop-off and pick-up procedures as well as messages from the school nurse and the district food service director and much more. download newsletter

9.13.12

Watervliet second-graders lead the Pledge of Allegiance at Albany County Courthouse in remembrance of 9/11

Watervliet Elementary School teacher Maria Geene’s second grade class was invited to the Third District Court in Albany to lead the 9/11 memorial service in the Pledge of Allegiance on Tuesday. Read More | View the photo gallery

9.12.12

Guidebooks help parents support learning at home

The National PTA has developed a series of guidebooks explaining what children should be learning in English language arts and mathematics in each grade. The guides also outline activities parents can do at home to support learning and suggest methods for helping parents build stronger relationships with teachers. View the guidebooks online

9.11.12

Why can’t I skip my 20 minutes of reading tonight?

Reading regularly at home helps students to be more successful in school. A factsheet from the U.S. Department of Education helps explain the difference between students who read 20 minutes each night and those who read less. download factsheet

9.11.12

Students asked not to arrive at school prior to 8:25 a.m.

Supervision of students at WES begins between 8:25 and 8:30 a.m. Prior to that time, there is no outside supervision. The district asks walkers and parents dropping off students to plan their arrivals after 8:25 a.m. read more

9.11.12

WES Meet the Teacher nights set for Sept. 12 and 13

Parents of students in UPK, kindergarten, first and second grade are invited for a Meet the Teacher Night, Wednesday, Sept. 12. A Meet the Teacher Night for parents of students in grades 3-6 is set for Thursday, Sept. 13. read more information l see schedule

9.5.12

WES students return to school; new traffic pattern helps ease traffic

Students returned to school Wednesday, Sept. 5. New student drop-off and pick-up procedures are being implemented this year. The district thanks parents for helping make the new system a success. View photo gallery

9.4.12

Bus route information and schedule for the 2012-13 school year

A reminder to parents, during the 2012-13 budget development process, the Watervliet City School District eliminated two bus runs, and eliminated busing for students living within a half-mile radius of the elementary school. Read more

Aug. 30, 2012

Universal PreKindergarten orientation

Watervliet youngsters had a chance to meet their classmates and teachers, and become familiar with their classrooms during the UPK orientation on Aug. 30. View photo gallery

Aug. 29, 2012

Video details student drop-off, pick-up procedures at WES

School Resource Officer Sgt. Mark Spain and the Watervliet Housing Authority Video Club have developed a video explaining the changes for this year to the student drop-off and pick-up procedures at WES. Watch the video on YouTube l Read Sgt. Spain’s August letter home to parents (w/ map)

Aug. 29, 2012

School begins Wednesday, Sept. 5

Read WES Principal Theresa O'Brien's welcome back letter to families. download letter

Aug. 7, 2012

Have a question concerning bus stops, times or other transportation issues?

If you have questions relating to school bus transportation, call the Watervliet City School District Business Office at 629-3203 or 629-3224.

July 20, 2012

Important information about transportation for 2012-13 school year

New student drop off and pick up procedures will take effect at Watervliet Elementary School beginning September 2012. The changes are designed to ensure student safety and alleviate traffic on 25th Street. Read new procedures | Read Letter from Sgt. mark Spain | view map of WES student/bus drop offs

July 17, 2012

Kindergarten Open House Sept. 4

New kindergarten students and parents are invited to an open house Tuesday, Sept. 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. Students and parents will have the opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, find students’ cubbies, drop off supplies, tour the school and take a ride on a school bus. Download flyer

July 11, 2012

Preventing the summer reading slide

Research shows that students who do not read during the summer may experience a decrease in their reading level, and students who read regularly during the summer often improve their reading level and ability. each child to read at least 2-4 books and to complete one project based on his/her favorite. read more

July 10, 2012

K-6 supply lists for the 2012-13 school year

Grade level supply lists for the 2012-13 school year are available. see lists

July 10, 2012

Read Principal O'Brien's summer letter home to parents

In a letter sent home to parents with the Student Achievement Reports, WES Principal Theresa O'Brien addressed 2012-13 classroom assignments and the school's summer reading program. read letter

June 21, 2012

2012 UPK Graduation

On June 20, Watervliet Elementary School hosted a graduation ceremony for its three Universal Pre-Kindergarten classes. Congratulations to all the graduates and their families. see photo gallery

June 19, 2012

2012-13 Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony

The Watervliet Elementary School Tuesday, June 19 celebrated 113 kindergarten students during the annual Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony. see photo gallery

June 19, 2012

First-grade writers celebrated

Parents, grandparents, teachers and others gathered to listen to first-grade students read stories, poetry, author studies and other pieces from their writing portfolios Monday, June 18. For the last several years, the school has held the year-end Authors Party to celebrate the students' writing accomplishments. See photo Gallery

June 15, 2012

WES Field Day 2012

Water balloon toss, tug-of-war, hippity-hoppity races, and hula hoops were just some of the fun games featured at the WES annual Field Day. see photo gallery

June 14, 2012

Science in the workplace

Watervliet Elementary School fifth graders recently got the opportunity to see how the science they learn in the classroom is used in the workplace. REad more and see photo gallery

May 31, 2012

June elementary newsletter available

This month’s edition of the Watervliet Elementary School newsletter includes information about the June 15 Field Day, the kindergarten and UPK moving up ceremonies, the spring concert and other events. There are also tips from the art teacher on how to keep artistic imaginations flowing over the summer, strategies for summer reading and more. download newsletter

May 22, 2012

Second graders study life cycle of butterflies

Check out project photos from Mrs. Backus' second graders. view photos

May 18, 2012

WES newspaper available online

Want to read about what's happening at WES? The latest edition of The Shooting Star, Watervliet Elementary School's newspaper produced by the student council, features school news, book and movie reviews, recipes and more! Download The Shooting Star (May 2012)

May 11, 2012

Second-graders learn sign language

Rachel Manning’s second-grade students recently completed the book, Moses Goes to a Concert by Isaac Millman, which tells the story of a class of deaf children who attend a concert—only to learn to their surprise—that the orchestra's percussionist is deaf as well. While reading the book about people with special talents, second-graders became interested in learning sign language. It happens that the father of one of Mrs. Manning’s students is deaf, so she enlisted his help to teach her class to sign. read more and see photos

May 9, 2012

Students, parents excel during annual reading initiative

Nearly 50 elementary students were recognized for their participation in the Parents as Reading Partners initiative in March. Students and parents committed to reading together daily for the entire month and recorded their time. read more and see photos

May 9, 2012

Grandparents Day/Special Persons Night Monday, May 14

The Watervliet Elementary School invites all grandparents and special persons to tour the classrooms and see the school’s many wonderful programs on Monday, May 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Grade level program highlights and special activities such as a robotics display and an art show are planned. Download flyer to learn more

May 8, 2012

One case of whooping cough confirmed

District officials are working with the Albany County Department of Health regarding one confirmed case of pertussis – also known as whooping cough – at the elementary school. The district has sent a letter home to parents of elementary students. Read more and see letter

May 4, 2012

Hats On for Good Character

The Watervliet Elementary School hosted a Hats On for Good Character fundraiser in April. read more and see photos

May 3, 2012

RPI Crew Team visits elementary students

The RPI crew team stopped by the elementary school Wednesday, May 2 to explain about the sport and the challenges of balancing busy academic and athletic college schedules. The RPI club recently made Watervliet's Hudson Shores Park its new home. read more and see photos

May 1, 2012

Students study martial arts after school

Revelation Tae Kwon Do of Clifton Park is wrapping up its fourth after school session at the school. see photo gallery

April 25, 2012

Student artwork on display at annual BOCES art show

The artwork of Watervliet Elementary students is among those on display at the 24th annual Capital Region BOCES Art Show. see photos

April 24, 2012

Kindergarten registration day set for May 22

If you are a resident of Watervliet and have a child who will turn 5 years old by Dec. 1, 2012, call the Watervliet Elementary School to schedule kindergarten registration appointment. The school is holding a registration day on Tuesday, May 22. download flyer

April 18, 2012

Kindergarten students learn all about farms

he Scotia-Glenville Children's Museum visited the Watervliet kindergarten classes providing a virtual tour of a farm. see photo gallery

March 28, 2012

April elementary newsletter available

This month’s edition of the Watervliet Elementary School newsletter includes an update on sixth-grade activities, news concerning two upcoming reading celebrations and information regarding State ELA and Math tests, PTA events and more. download newsletter

March 22, 2012

Sixth graders build wind turbines Sixth graders recently learned about wind power technology. The students designed their own wind turbines paying special attention to blade efficiency. Read more and see photo gallery

March 14, 2012

Students study ancient Greece

Over the last several weeks, the students in Ms. DeLollo’s sixth-grade social studies classes have immersed themselves in the world of ancient Greece. Read more and see photo gallery

March 7, 2012

Odyssey of the Mind teams end season on high note

The Watervliet Elementary School sent three teams this year to the Odyssey of the Mind Tournament, which was held Saturday, March 3 at Shenendehowa High School East. read more

March 5, 2012

Fifth graders study fractions

Students in Mrs. Hoefer's fifth-grade class explored the world of fractions recently by blazing trails in parks they designed themselves. read more and see photo gallery

March 5, 2012

March elementary newsletter available

This month’s edition of the Watervliet Elementary School newsletter includes an update on third-grade activities, tips for parents reading to their children, the 2012 New York State Assessment schedule, a calendar of events and more. download newsletter

March 5, 2012

Unique event—wedding of letters Q and U—helps teach language rules

Watervliet Elementary School was the scene of “quite” an event on Friday, March 2: the wedding of the letters Q and U. read more

March 2, 2012

School celebrates Read Across America Day

Watervliet Junior High School students visited the elementary school to share their love of reading with younger students in recognition of Read Across America Day on Friday, March 2. see photo gallery

Feb. 28, 2012

The first 100 days of school

The first 100 days of school has already come and gone. Second graders at the Watervliet Elementary School marked its passing by creating a variety of art projects in many styles. see photo gallery

Feb. 27, 2012

PTA and UPK to sponsor district budget Q & A

The Watervliet PTA and Universal Pre-Kindergarten will sponsor a 2012-13 Budget Q & A on Wednesday, March 14 in the elementary school cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Lori S. Caplan, superintendent of the Watervliet City School District, will be on hand to answer questions about next year’s budget. The forum will begin with an overview of the state's Property Tax Levy Cap presented by Questar III BOCES State Aid and Financial Planning Service. The PTA's regular monthly meeting will begin at 6 p.m. prior to the budget presentation.

Feb. 9, 2012

Attention Parents of 5th Grade students

Watervliet Elementary School will hold an informational meeting on Monday, February 13, to review the content that will be covered in the Grade 5 Adolescent Health and Puberty Unit later this month. The program will be presented by our health coordinator Dennis Robinson and Margaret Murabito, RN Supervisor, Education for Women & Children Services, St. Peter's Hospital. Monday's presentation will begin at 6 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at the elementary school. Read the letter sent home on Feb. 9 and Feb 1

Feb. 6, 2012

February elementary newsletter now available

Check out this month’s edition of the Watervliet Elementary School newsletter. In this month's edition you'll find the calendar of events, news about testing for grades 3-6, tips from the math department on practicing math skills at home and more. view newsletter

Jan. 25, 2012

Kindergarten students celebrate the letter P

Kindergarten students recently gathered in the lobby outside their classroom and listened to stories while wearing pajamas in celebration of the letter P. see photos

Jan. 24, 2012

2012-13 kindergarten registration March 14 & 15

Watervliet residents with children who will turn 5 by Dec. 1, 2012 should call the elementary school to schedule a registration appointment. read more and download registration packet

Jan. 23, 2012

Report cards heading home Jan. 31

Due to a data system glitch beyond the district’s control, elementary school second quarter Achievement Report Cards will not be distributed this week as originally planned. The Achievement Report Cards will be sent home with students Tuesday, Jan. 31.

Jan. 20, 2012

WES annual spelling bee

Brandie Lance, a student in Andrea DeLollo’s sixth-grade class, made winning her third spelling bee in a row look effortless as she spelled the word “laborious” in the final round of competition at Watervliet Elementary School on Jan. 20. Read more

Jan. 4, 2011

Video interviews: Watervliet master teachers and state Education Commissioner John B. King, Jr.  In cooperation with WVLT Channel 17, Watervliet sixth grader Patrick Ethier recently got the opportunity to interview Commissioner King and three Watervliet teachers who earned National Board Certification this year. Read more and watch the video

Jan. 4, 2012

Get the latest edition of the elementary student newspaper

Check out the latest edition of The Shooting Star, Watervliet Elementary School's newspaper produced by the student council. Download The Shooting Star (December 2011)

Dec. 21, 2011

January elementary newsletter now available

Check out this month’s edition of the Watervliet Elementary School newsletter. In addition to the school calendar, menus and upcoming PTA events, the newsletter this month also features tips on keeping math skills sharp over the holiday break. view newsletter

Dec. 16, 2011

Fourth-grade teacher receives  CAP COM Cares for Classrooms award

A Watervliet Elementary School classroom will soon receive some new supplies thanks to the CAP COM Cares for Classrooms Program. Read more

Dec. 15, 2011

Elementary student perform Winter Concert

The elementary Winter Concert was held Dec. 15 view slideshow

Dec. 6, 2011

Elementary chorus to sing at Colonie Center

The Watervliet Elementary School Cannoneer Chorus will perform at this year's Colonie Center Holiday Music Program on Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 6 to 6:45 p.m.

Dec. 6, 2011

Elementary holiday concert rescheduled

The elementary school holiday concert is now set for Thursday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. It had originally been scheduled for Dec. 8.

Dec. 5, 2011

Elks donate dictionaries to third graders

The Watervliet Elks Lodge recently provided free dictionaries to each third grader at the Watervliet Elementary School. The dictionary giveaway is part of the locals Elks’ annual participation in the Dictionary Project. read more

Nov. 30, 2011

Fifth and sixth grade honor roll released

The honor and high honor rolls for the fifth and sixth grades at Watervliet Elementary School are now available. read more

Nov. 22, 2011

Happy Thanksgiving

In advance of the Thanksgiving holiday and break, classes at the Watervliet Elementary School took part in a variety of activities including a kindergarten feast and a first grade pancake breakfast. view slideshows

Nov. 18, 2011

WES newspaper now online

Want to read about what's happening at WES? Check out the latest edition of The Shooting Star, Watervliet Elementary School's newspaper produced by the student council. Download The Shooting Star (November 2011)

Nov. 14, 2011

Teacher's Web page displays student art work Mrs. Preston, Watervliet Elementary School’s new art teacher, has launched a Web page displaying some of the fantastic work her art students are creating. read more

Nov. 4, 2011

Student earn anti-bullying bracelets In November, the first of the garnet and gray anti-bullying bracelets were distributed to fifth- and sixth-grade students. The bands read “Bully Free It Starts With Me” and are a reward for positive, bully-free behaviors toward others. read more

Nov. 1, 2011

November elementary newsletter available The November edition of the elementary newsletter includes a calendar of events, lunch menus, PTA news, a message from the school nurse regarding flu kits and other important messages and information. view newsletter

Oct. 31, 2011

Halloween at Watervliet Elementary Students at the Watervliet Elementary School celebrated Halloween with classroom activities and a parade. view slideshow

Oct. 31, 2011

War vet honored for Halloween For Watervliet kindgarten student Kevin Bramer III, Halloween this year was about more than ghouls, goblins and candy. The 6-year-old used the holiday this year to honor his grandfather – a Vietnam veteran and winner of the Silver Star. Read more

Oct. 28, 2011

Mrs. Geene's second-grade class is "in tent" on reading books Read more and see photos

Oct. 27, 2011

Halloween celebrations at Watervliet Elementary School Students will celebrate Halloween Oct. 31 with a parade in the afternoon. Parents are invited to attend. read more

Oct. 26, 2011

Fourth graders study habitats Students in Mrs. Webster's class at the Watervliet Elementary School have been studying animal habitats. Read more and see photos

Oct. 20, 2011

Firefighters visited the Watervliet Elementary School Firefighters appeared at fire safety assemblies at the Watervliet Elementary School and visited the Universal Pre-Kindergarten Thursday, Oct. 20. See photos

Oct. 12, 2011

Now it its third year, the Peaceful Bus program has had positive impact at WES. Read more and See photos 

 

Oct. 7, 2011

On your mark, get set, go! WES annual Apple Run is fun for kindergartners. Read more and see photos

Oct. 7, 2011

WES second-graders get a tasty treat for reading during summer vacation. Read more

Oct. 5, 2011

The role of school resource officer at the Watervliet Elementary School has expanded. The officer hopes to establish relationships with students and parents early on. Read more

Sept. 27, 2011

The WES after school program began Monday, Sept. 26. Meetings of the drama, computer and boys' intramural clubs were on tap for the first day.  See Photos

Sept. 23, 2011

Watervliet Elementary School October newsletter download 

Sept. 22, 2011

During the past few days, in observance of Constitution Day and the school’s own Constitution, students at Watervliet Elementary signed their names to a school-wide behavior agreement. Read More 

Sept. 16, 2011

Friday, Sept. 16 was WES picture day for students and staff. SEE photos

Sept. 11, 2011

750 WES students joined together to create a remembrance quilt for the 9.11 anniversary. The poster board quilt is currently on display outside the school cafeteria. See photos.

Sept. 9, 2011

Be respectful. Be responsible. Be safe. Be honest. This first week of school Watervliet students participated in the first grade-level gatherings of the new year to review and practice school-wide and classroom expectations and etiquette. The gatherings are part of the school's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) program, which aims to increase positive behavior and foster a school environment that is conducive to learning. View slideshow! 

Sept. 9, 2011

Watervliet Elementary School students who ride the bus to school every day participated in a bus evacuation drill on Friday, Sept. 9. The school conducts these drills a couple of times each year to familiarize students with bus safety procedures. View slideshow! 

Sept. 7, 2011

The rain didn't appear to dampen the back-to-school spirit at the WES as students returned for the first day of classes Sept. 7. See photos.

Sept. 6, 2011

Kindergarten students and parents got to see their classrooms and meet their teachers in advance of school opening Sept. 7 SEE photos!  

Watervliet Elementary School September newsletter download 

August 23, 2011

Save the date for Meet the Teacher Nights in September READ MORE

July 13, 2011

School supply lists for 2011-12 are now available. View the supply lists by grade level.