Ninth-grade students visit local businesses and state agencies to learn about careers March was a busy month as ninth graders in the the Pivot program completed several job shadow experiences to learn about different careers. In early March, Pivot students had a great time meeting the staff at Linium Recruiting in Albany, where they had …
Virtual field trip technology supports student exploration and learning at Watervliet Elementary School WES fourth-grade students recently visited Citi Field to mark baseball’s opening day. Earlier this year, grade 5 students traveled to Borneo, the world’s third-largest island, to explore its river and beach ecosystems. These are just a few of the famous landmarks and …
Dress Like a Teacher Day Watervliet Elementary School students began Spirit Week with Dress Like A Teacher Day, where they donned their most adult-looking attire in honor of a school educator. ADD PHOTOS The remaining themes for WES Spirit Week include: Dress Like a Rock Star on Tuesday, Wacky Wednesday, Super Hero Day on Thursday …
WES students celebrate Dr. Seuss and reading on March 1 On Thursday, March 1, Watervliet Elementary School students, parents and teachers celebrated Dr. Seuss’s birthday and Read Across America Day with a “Rock Concert” featuring performances by Watervliet High School’s à capella singing group – Delta Force and resident UPK musician: Andy “THE MUSIC MAN” …
Two Watervliet High School Varsity wrestlers qualified to compete in the 2018 NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships at the Times Union Center in Albany in February. Congratulations to varsity wrestlers Connor Lyons (Sr) and Sterling Spoon (Jr) and their coaches on your successful journey to the state wrestling championship tournament! Go Cannoneers! Here is a look back at …
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CASDA recognizes Geraldine Ferris for service to Watervliet students and school community Geraldine Ferris, Outreach Coordinator for the Watervliet City School District, received a Friend of Education Award from the Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA) in February. CASDA presented this award during its annual Friends of Education Dinner to recognize the contributions of individuals …
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First grade gears up for big project First grade teachers have many learning activities planned for students in February to coincide with such events as the Winter Olympics, Lincoln’s birthday and Chinese New Year. “There’s a lot happening the week before the winter recess,” said teacher Christine Goodell. March, however, is an even much busier …
Fourth graders vie for championship Watervliet Elementary School student Ava Lindley was crowned Spelling Bee champion on January 12. After sparring nearly 20 rounds with fellow fourth-grader David Kayembe, Ava clinched the title by spelling the word, “altitude” correctly. Ava is in Mrs. Lance’s classroom, while second-place finisher David is in Ms. Williams’ class. Ava …
Students, staff get decked out for sweater contest Watervliet Elementary School students and staff members were decked out in the least attractive holiday sweaters they could find or make, in some cases, for the school’s Ugly Sweater Contest. Iconic holiday images such as reindeer, gingerbread men, elves, snowmen and the Grinch adorned many of the …
Keeping with tradition: Thanksgiving feast offers kindergarten students chance to sample traditional holiday fare Kindergarten teachers and students enjoyed the annual Thanksgiving feast on Nov. 20, a tradition that has grown from individual classroom celebrations to a grade-level gathering. History of kindergarten celebration Teacher Rebecca Cioffi remembers similar celebrations from her days in elementary school. …
