Imagine the convenience of a carwash at the airport … noshing on artisan cheeses in a medieval castle … or getting a healthy boost from a completely organic energy drink with no additives or excess sugar. These are a few of the business concepts developed by 11th and 12th grade students for the Collaborative City …
On behalf of our entire school community, we celebrate Watervliet High School senior Maria Barsoum and language teacher Rebecca Sweeney on being chosen for the Class of 2024 Students and Teachers Who Make a Difference! 38th Annual Capital Region Students and Teachers Who Make a Difference Recipients Each year, the Capital Area School Development Association …
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Watervliet Elementary School’s Drama Club performed their Spring Showcase on May 30 — opening with the song “I’ve Got No Strings” from Pinocchio. Next four Drama Club members took turns reciting the poem “Homework! Oh, Homework” by Jack Prelutsky. About a dozen students appeared in three short skits based on Aesop’s Fables, including The Boy …
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Grade 8 students put their science and engineering skills to the test recently by focusing on a real-world issue: water shortages and water treatment. The students assumed the role of water resource engineers to source groundwater, remove sediments and test it for quality and drinkability. Through this hands-on experience, students gained practical skills in scientific …
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Special Persons Night at Watervliet Elementary School was filled with smiles, laughter and hugs! During this always-popular event, elementary students invite the special people in their lives to visit their school, meet their teachers, and share classroom projects they have worked on throughout the year. The celebration of learning included the following grade-level projects or …
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Throughout the school year, Watervliet Athletics will feature student athletes who demonstrate exemplary achievement in their respective sports. Student athletes are recognized for demonstrating good sportsmanship throughout their respective sports seasons. Nominated by their coaches in April 2024, our Athletes of the Month are senior Ayla Bagnardi and junior Nasir Lanier. Congratulations! Ayla Bagnardi — …
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30-day warning period begins Watervliet City Schools has partnered with BusPatrol and the City of Watervliet to launch a new school bus stop-arm photo enforcement program aimed at reducing the number of drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. This proactive effort will help combat reckless driving around school buses and protect students who ride …
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In recent weeks, Watervliet City School District officials have received two separate safety accolades — and a school board member was recognized for leadership by a state-wide association. WPD Award of Merit for Partnership On Friday, May 17, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens accepted a Merit Award for Partnership from the Watervliet Police Department …
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On Tuesday, May 21 — Watervliet City School District residents will vote on a proposed $41,394,000 budget for the 2024-25 school year, a proposition to permit the district to establish a capital reserve fund, and elect two candidates to the Board of Education. Voting will take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at two …
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This year, Watervliet introduced an innovative alternative education program called ‘EVOLVE’ for high school students who have struggled with success in the traditional school setting. This program offers a supportive environment with smaller class sizes, allowing for more personalized attention to help students excel academically while building meaningful connections with teachers and their peers. As …
