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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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 …

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Three Watervliet High School students competed in the 2nd Annual Capital Region Poetry Slam on Thursday, April 11, at the Doane Stuart School in Rensselaer. Kharyn Acosta, a ninth grader, recited an original poem, “To My Older Brother,” while 11th graders Abdullah Hodge and Rayan Ahmed collaborated on the poem, “Constitution of the Students.” The …

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