Seeing the first snowflakes of the season over Thanksgiving break reminded us to make our Watervliet families and staff aware of the district’s winter-weather emergency procedures and how we will communicate school closings or delays. While it is important to us to be open for school every day, our priority is student safety. There are …
The Green Island Union Free School District Board of Education is considering a tuitioning agreement with Watervliet City School District. Under the proposed agreement, Heatly students in grades 9-12 would attend Watervliet High School, beginning in September 2025. This proposed plan would provide access to educational opportunities that are not currently available to high school …
Family, friends, teachers and administrators gathered at the Watervliet Civic Center to celebrate students in our EVOLVE program and recognize their efforts and successes at the conclusion of the first marking period. The students and their guests enjoyed a celebratory Thanksgiving meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and other fixings – some of which was …
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Watervliet 11-12th graders got the inside scoop on why a career in the trades is well worth considering. Guest speaker Glenn Marek, a representative from the NYS Laborers-Employers Cooperation & Education Trust (LECET) Field Representative, visited Watervliet High School to share his insights with students who expressed interest in the trades. The LECET field rep …
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Congratulations to the 300-plus middle and high school students who achieved High Honor Roll and Honor Roll during the first marking period of the school year. We are proud of your accomplishments. Keep up the great work! High Honors Grade 6 Dominik Adams, Caleb Anney, Emma Best-Hemeon, Dominick Brooks, Mei’StarBurden, Catera Carter, Josleen Castro-Ortega, Nylah …
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September Students of the Month recognized Twelve students were recognized by their peers and Junior High teachers and staff during the first Cannoneer Culture Student of the Month assembly of the school year on Oct. 18. The students received roaring applause as they accepted their award certificates and “Cannoneer Culture / Student of the Month” …
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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, our Athletes of the Month for October are Kasiah Poole, Jaden Sierra and Murtaza Ziaee. Congratulations! Kasiah Poole — Varsity …
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With the 2024-25 year underway, we are excited for our community to meet some of the newest faces in Vliet. Check back each Wednesday as we introduce you to new teachers and staff members from around the district. We look forward to seeing the difference they make in our community! Week 1 | Week 2 …
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BOCES Kicks off National Careers in Construction Month October is National Careers in Construction Month, and there’s no better place for area high school students to learn the skilled trades than at Capital Region BOCES. One such student is Watervliet High School senior LaJay York who is forging a career path in the Welding and …
Juniors and seniors had an opportunity to connect with admission representatives from about 20 colleges on Tuesday, Sept. 17 when the College Caravan made a stop at Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School. Students gathered information on colleges of interest, spoke with admissions counselors and asked many questions to learn about the academic programs and opportunities offered …
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