WCSD celebrates School Board Recognition Week

School Board Recognition Week (Oct. 17-21) celebrates and promotes awareness and understanding of the important work performed by school board members across New York. We proudly recognize our local board members for their commitment and service to the Watervliet school community. “Our board members dedicate significant hours supporting our schools by working through issues and …

Apple Run offers fun and a sweet autumn treat for kindergarten students

On your mark, get set, go! Kindergarten students stood at the starting line anxiously awaiting the coach’s whistle to signal the start of Watervliet Elementary School’s annual Apple Run. Upon hearing that short burst of sound, the kindergartners took off at top speed running with their classmates around the course on the field outside the …

Firefighters share fire prevention and safety tips with WES students

Two of our friends from the Watervliet Fire Department visited the elementary school to share fire prevention and safety tips with students during National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 9-15) . Reflecting on this year’s theme – “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape” – Lt. Tim Delisle and Firefighter Phil DiPompei reminded students about simple yet …

Grades 6-8 Students of the Month for September

Building Cannoneer Culture We introduced “Cannoneer Culture” to grades 6-8 students at the beginning of the year in an effort to improve the overall school climate at Watervliet Junior High School. The theme of the program encompasses the four characteristics listed below, which align with our Board of Education goals. Each month, our teachers and …

Albany County provides update on COVID-19 transmission level

The Albany County Department of Health recently informed schools that Albany is among several upstate counties with HIGH transmission levels of COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control CDC) designates transmission levels based on test results and hospitalization rates for COVID-19 among other factors. We want to make families and staff aware of this information; however, …

UPDATE: Water line issue at WJSHS

Wednesday, Oct. 5: Crews worked quickly and the water line issue at Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School has been resolved. Water service is restored and classes will continue as scheduled. Thanks for your patience and cooperation this morning.

Fall 2022 College Visits

The following is a listing of college visits at Watervliet High School. Unless noted with a specific time, these visits will take place from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. in the Hall of Fame lobby in between the attendance and main offices. Please feel free to step out of lunch and visit the college set-ups. Monday, September …

Watervliet Elementary School Meet the Teacher Night Information

The Watervliet Elementary School will open its doors to parents and guardians on Tuesday, September 20, and Wednesday, September 21, for Meet the Teacher Night.  Parents/guardians of grades 1-5 students will see and hear about the district and building-level goals, expectations, and protocols for the 2022-23 school year. Please check below to find the date …

Parental Notification: Right to Withhold Certain Information from Military Recruiters and Institutions of Higher Learning

Dear Parents/Guardian, Please read and return to the guidance office if you do not want your child’s information released to the military and/or institution of higher learning. All forms must be received by Friday, September 23, 2022. Thank you, Jessie Richards, Principal Release of Certain Student Information under the “Every Student Succeeds Act” Pursuant to …

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