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Grade 8 students recognized for achievement during first quarter interim

Assistant Superintendent of Schools Kelly Webster and Assistant Principal Michael Foust joined science teacher Claudia Bunting Marshall on Friday to present awards and prizes to students in recognition of their hard work and their success during the first quarter interim. More than a dozen eighth graders who earned a 90 average or above in science …

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“Cannoneer Culture” recognition moves into second year

Assembly celebrates September Students of the Month  The first “Cannoneer Culture” Students of the Month for the 2023-24 school year were announced during an assembly on Oct. 6. The “Cannoneer Culture” initiative, introduced last year, recognizes grades 6-8 students whose efforts help improve the overall school climate at Watervliet Junior High School. Each month, teachers …

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Introducing New Faces: Watervliet #WorkplaceWednesdays

Can you believe that school has been back in session for almost a month? With the academic year underway, we are excited for our community to meet some of the newest faces in Vliet. This year, we’ll be celebrating #WorkplaceWednesday all October long.  Check back each Wednesday as we introduce you to new teachers and …

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Join the new expanded Watervliet PTA, make a difference for UPK-12 students!

New this year: After voting last spring to expand its scope to benefit students in all grade levels – prekindergarten through grade 12 – the Watervliet Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is now the Watervliet PTA. The Watervliet PTA organizes fun monthly events for families and students, finances field trips and purchases grade-level spirit wear …

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Rewind of summer programs presented at September Board of Education meeting

Three Programs — One Great Summer.  That’s how Watervliet Elementary Assistant Principal Catherine Casey summed up the district’s trifecta of summer learning programs at the September Board of Education meeting. Mrs. Casey was joined by Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School Assistant Principal Michael Foust and Special Education Director Molly McGrath for a recap of summer learning …

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Teachers, staff return for 2023-24 school year

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens and Assistant Superintendent Kelly Webster kicked off the 2023-24 school year during two Opening Days packed with professional learning and other activities for teachers and staff. On day 1, Dr. Stevens began with his answer to the question: Why am I here? “Because ‘We Are Vliet’ and it’s about …

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Superintendent’s Welcome Back Message

Dear families, With our summer school programs now wrapped up, our maintenance crews are busily painting hallways, cleaning classrooms and waxing floors to prepare for the opening of school and welcoming students on Thursday, Sept. 7. This year, our district is hosting two conference days for teacher and staff professional development on Tuesday, Sept. 5 …

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Watervliet & Green Island partner on athletics opportunities for students

New this year The Watervliet City School District and the Green Island Union Free School District (Heatly School) have joined forces to maximize opportunities for student participation in athletics. This partnership was piloted last year when many, but not all, Watervliet and Heatly athletic teams merged. For the 2023-24 school year, all Green Island and …

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2023-24 Grades 6-12 School Supply Lists

School supply lists for the 2023-24 school year are now online so families can take advantage of back-to-school sales. View the lists, which include a printable PDF versions for each grade level. Enjoy the rest of the summer and we will see you in September!

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Watervliet graduates celebrated for P-TECH scholarly pursuits

Four Watervliet High School graduates were among 13 area students recognized in June for completing the first four years of the innovative Capital Region BOCES Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program. During a ceremony at the Capital Region Chamber offices in Colonie, the high school graduates, some of whom simultaneously earned their …

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