June 2020 Dear Students and Parent/Guardian: Books have been teaching and inspiring people for generations. They can have the power to create social change and influence people to do great things. Books teach important life lessons and help people to reflect on life itself. Books give people a voice, a connection, and instill hope. They …
June 2020 Dear WES Families, Reading has the power to stimulate ones imagination, build character, and increase our abilities and skills. Reading can keep us happy, interested, reduce stress, and help build our working memory. Experts in the field of literacy have long encouraged students to read during the summer months as it enhances the …
Two Watervliet High School juniors have received science scholarships to distinguished colleges in New York state! Morgan DelSignore has earned the Bausch + Lomb Honorary Science Award from the University of Rochester for her exemplary academic performance in science courses throughout her high school career. Steffanie Mammoser has been awarded the Rensselaer Medal, a scholarship …
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Lori Caplan is joined by Assistant Superintendent Don Stevens for an end-of-school-year message to families and staff. During the video message, Mr. Stevens explains the grading practices that were implemented during the last several weeks of school as students, teachers and families transitioned to a digital at-home learning environment that became …
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Watervliet City School District voters Tuesday approved the proposed $28.56 million budget for the 2020-21 school year by 708 yes votes to 265 no votes, a margin of 73 percent. Tim Delisle was elected to his first term on the Board of Education with 798 votes, while Mary Beth Whited was re-elected for her second …
Dear Parents/Guardians: We hope this letter finds you and your families well during these uncertain times. As June flies by, we continue to find ourselves facing much uncertainty, and left with many unanswered questions. However, one thing we are sure of is the amazing people who live and work in this community! For the past …
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Attention Watervliet High School seniors: A letter was mailed on Tuesday, June 9 to all members of the Class of 2020 that describes in great detail the plans for a June 17 graduation ceremony. The letter includes tickets to graduation. Please check your mail for this letter. If you do not receive a letter in …
Attention Junior Cannoneers! Did you leave personal items in your desk at school? No worries! Time is scheduled next week for you to stop by Watervliet Elementary School to retrieve personal belongings. Please be aware that no one will be permitted to enter the building. Families are asked to stay in your car and a …
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The Watervliet City School District breakfast and lunch program is moving into summer mode. Tuesday, June 16, will be the last day that breakfast/lunches will be distributed via the bus stops. Beginning Wednesday, June 17, breakfast and lunches will be distributed from 8-10 a.m. at the following locations: Watervliet Elementary School Watervliet Housing Authority (in …
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The 2020 ExTRA Summer Program is available to current Watervliet students. All summer programs will be remote this summer and will run from Monday, July 6 to Friday, August 14, 2020. Virtual summer class sessions will occur 2-3 times per week (depending on the age level) facilitated by a classroom teacher along with remote activities …
