judy.frost, Author at Watervliet City School District

June 4, 2021

Watervliet Elementary designated a 2020-21 Gold Star No Place For Hate School

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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June 3, 2021June 4, 2021

June 3 Update: Two confirmed positive COVID-19 cases reported

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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June 3, 2021

NYS Vaccination Scholarship Incentive

Enter your vaccinated 12-17-year-old for a chance to win a full scholarship to a SUNY or CUNY school The “Get a Shot to Make Your Future” vaccine incentive is a public outreach campaign to increase awareness of the availability and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines and provide incentives to New Yorkers 12-17 years of age to …

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June 2, 2021June 2, 2021

Important End-of-Year Dates for Watervliet UPK

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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June 2, 2021

Watervliet Elementary School Recognized as a Common Sense School

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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May 26, 2021

Principal’s Message About Class of 2021 End-of-Year Celebrations

Dear Parents/Guardians, After much careful consideration and deliberation, we have developed a plan to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of Class of 2021 graduates that adhere to the Governor’s Executive Orders and established guidance from the New York State Department of Health (DOH). The plan for graduation has our seniors walking across the stage in …

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May 24, 2021May 25, 2021

HVCC offers College in the High School and College Head Start programs for students this summer

Earn College Credit this Summer with Hudson Valley’s College in the High School Program High school students, get ahead on your studies this summer. HVCC is awarding scholarships to all students in our College in the High School sections for Summer 2021. Enroll in one of Hudson Valley Community College’s College in the High School …

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May 21, 2021May 21, 2021

Students’ artwork selected in local Elks 2020-21 Drug Awareness Poster contest

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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May 21, 2021

Update on COVID-19 health and safety protocols in schools

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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May 21, 2021May 21, 2021

Award-winning FoodPlay Productions to present ToBe Fit at WES

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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