4.30.12

Honor and high honor rolls released

The names of junior-senior high school students named to the honor and high honor rolls for the third quarter have been announced. read more

4.5.12

Get Witch Quick

Check out photos of the cast rehearsing for their recent production of Get Witch Quick. see photos

3.22.12

Students discuss discrimination

Character Education students lead activities with seventh  graders. read more and see photos

3.19.12

Junior-Senior High School students attend leadership conference

Four Watervliet Junior-Senior High School students attended the recent National Youth Leaders State Conference.  read more

3.2.12

Read Across America Day

Watervliet Junior High School students visited the elementary school and shared their love of reading with younger students in recognition of Read Across America Day on Friday, March 2. Read more

2.17.12

Reading counts

Students are rewarded for reading outside the classroom read more

2.3.12

First annual Lip Sync contest a hit with students

Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School hosted its first annual Lip Sync contest on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Read more

1.5.12

Watervliet school video wins $2,500 grand prize

Teacher and students recently won a healthy video contest. read more

12.23.11

Holiday Shop offers gifts for second year

The shop again this year helped students at the junior-senior high school with shopping. See photos

12.7.11

Teachers and staff bake for fundraiser

The junior high student council held its fourth annual cookie bake off. read more

11.21.11

First quarter honor roll names released

The junior-senior high school honor and high honor rolls have been announced. read more 

10.24.11

Teachers, students produce video

Teachers and about 30 students made a commercial for video contest. Read more

10.11.11

Watervliet Environmental Club resumes recycling

Recycling bins have been delivered to classrooms. The club is collecting paper, cardboard, plastic, glass containers and cans.

10.11.11

Watervliet junior high elects student council officers

Eighth grader Natalie Migiliore was elected president. Read more 

10.3.11

Parents now able to see student progress online

The Watervliet City School District has launched a web-based communication tool allowing parents and guardians to view their children’s academic profiles via the internet. Read more

First Quarter Interim Ends Oct. 7

Jr. High Student Council Halloween Dance, Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m.

9.22.11                                         Thursday, Sept. 22 was picture day at the WJSHS VIEW SLIDESHOW

8.25.11

Guest speaker shares stories to inspire, motivate students read more

 

5.11.12

Senior Celebration 2012

Watervliet High School seniors perform as members of the Garnet Band for the final time on Thursday, May 10. View the photo gallery

5.8.12

Blood drive a success

Thank you to all who donated blood and assisted with the event.

see photos 

5.8.12

AP class conducts local government survey

Mr. Burke’s Advanced Placement Government class recently conducted a local government participation survey seeking to learn why so few people attend public meetings. read more

5.8.12

Pre-prom promenade slated

There will be a pre-prom "walk-through" from 5 to 6 p.m. on May 19 in the high school gym for parents and family members to view the prom goers outfits. The prom is set for Saturday, May 19 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy. No parents/relatives will be allowed at the venue.

5.7.12

National Honor Society induction ceremony set for May 24

The National Honor Society will hold its annual new new member induction ceremony on Thursday, May 24 at 7 p.m. There will also be an afternoon ceremony at 7th period (12:53 to 1:33) The guest speaker at the event will be Watervliet Mayor Michael Manning. Students and parents are welcome to attend. 

5.2.12

Girls Basketball Banquet

Check out photos from the April 27 Girls Basketball Banquet. Photos provided by Mr. Yuriy Berin. see photos

4.20.12

District carnival set for May 11

The 'Vliet Carnival is set for May 11 from 4 to 8 p.m. on the high school fields. The event will feature demonstrations, games, refreshments and more. A bicycle rodeo and kindergarten bike-a-thon will raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. download flyer

4.20.12

WWII veteran shares stories of war with Watervliet High School students

Watervliet High School 10th-grade students heard a firsthand account of what it was like to serve in the military during World War II. read more

4.20.12

Walk Across America kicks off Monday, April 23

Watervliet Junior-Senior High School students and staff can sign up to Walk Across America beginning Monday, April 23. If you like to walk, you want to get or stay healthy—and you like to earn prizes, this event is definitely for you! more information

4.19.12

High school hosting dance marathon fundraiser

The Watervliet Junior Senior High School will hold a quarter-marathon dance on Saturday, April 28 to benefit Brandi RedCloud-Owen, ninth grader battling leukemia. read more

4.5.12

Students celebrate Opening Day tradition

Teachers and students observe an annual tradition wearing team apparel for Major League Baseball Opening Day. view photos

4.5.12

Sophomores participate in ring turning ceremony

Check out photos of sophomores getting their class of 2014 rings. see photos

4.3.12

Student newspaper Winter edition now available

Check out the Winter edition of The Watervliet Chronicle. The new edition features an interview with Superintendent Dr. Lori Caplan, a student's perspective on school budget cuts, an editorial on the box office smash The Hunger Games and more. read paper

3.29.12

Demand named All Star

Congratulations to Watervliet High School junior Ailayia Demand on being named to the Times Union Small School Girls' Basketball All-Star Team for the third time! Link to Times Union article

3.27.12

Watervliet junior places first in regional career competition

Following her win at the regional level, junior Cheri Lussier will  advance to the state level of an annual career and technical skills competition read more

3.21.12

Watervliet senior featured on regional education blog

Check out the guest post by Peta Evans on Education Speaks, a Capital Region BOCES blog devoted to thoughtful discussion of the issues shaping public education in New York’s Greater Capital Region and beyond. read more

3.20.12

New program recognizes student achievements

Nearly 120 Watervliet Junior-Senior High School students were honored during a new recognition program for their exemplary behavior, attendance and academic records. read more

3.16.12

Career Fair a success

Law enforcement, technology and health care are a few of the careers students in grades 7-12 had an opportunity to explore during Watervliet Junior-Senior High School’s first Career Fair on Friday, March 16. Read more, view photos

3.13.12

Honor students visit local historical society

National Honor Society members visited the Watervliet Historical Society.  Read more, view photos

3.2.12

Gourmet Foods class prepares light fare for Budget and Breakfast forum

View a photo gallery of Mr. Gaddy's class at work. Read more, view photos

2.28.12

Three Watervliet students competing in regional poetry competition

Senior Dominic Daniele and juniors Samantha Fandl and Lea Liburdi will compete Wednesday against students from seven other schools in a poetry recitation competition in Albany. read more

2.9.12

MasterMinds team wins back-to-back matches

Watervliet High School's MasterMinds team won every game during its most recent meet on February 8. Read more

2.8.12

Math students present research projects

Mr. Berin’s math classes recently finished up long-term projects for the second quarter. Topics ranged from the history of Pi to the math used by police to solve crimes. view top presentations

2.8.12

Second quarter honor roll names released

The names of junior-senior high students earning honor and high honor roll status have been announced. read more 

2.1.12

Watch WNYT's Top Teacher profile of Watervliet music teacher Theresa Bradway

The segment aired Feb 1. Watch the interview

1.30.12

Class of 2013 pasta dinner Feb. 17

The junior class will hold a pasta dinner fundraiser Friday, Feb. 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Watervliet Senior Center. Adults - $8, Seniors- $5, Children 5-12 - $5, children under 5 - free. Eat in or take out. Delivery available for Watervliet seniors. download flyer 

1.23.12

Report Card Night Feb. 2

The junior senior high school will host Report Card Night Thursday, Feb. 2 from 6-8 p.m. Report Card night gives every parent the opportunity to pick up their child’s report card and visit with any our building educators. read more

1.13.12

Win, lose or draw—a friendly game of chess teaches students valuable skills

A recent round-robin-style chess tournament at Watervliet High School offered students, staff and members of the community an opportunity to exercise their strategic minds. Read more

1.9.12

Photography club focuses on cagers

Mr. Berin's Photography Club recently shot pictures at the Girls Varsity game vs. Holy Names and the Boys Junior Varsity game against Mechanicville. see photos

1.5.12

MasterMinds team competes

Seniors Sean Vallee and Amanda Iannone and juniors David Wescott and Joanna Seguin competed in a MasterMinds match Jan. 3. The match was taped for TV. Check out Mr. Berin's photos of the contest: view slideshow

1.3.12

Interim principals named

An interim principal and assistant principal have been named at the junior-senior high school. read more

12.28.11

High school Regents exams set for Jan. 24-27

NYS Regents exams will be administered to high school students only on Tuesday, Jan. 24 through Friday, Jan. 27. High school students are to report to school only when they are scheduled for an exam or a mid-term. For more information read Dr. Caplan's letter home and download the Regents Exam Schedule

12.23.11

Students go silent for a day; represent victims of drunk or impaired driving

We’ve all heard of Black Friday, but at Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School the Friday before holiday recess was “Blackout Day.” Read more

12.21.11

Bidding Farewell

The girls basketball team this week presented departing superintendent Dr. Padalino with a signed ball. See photos

12.23.11

Students, staff compete for first prize in ugliest holiday sweater contest

The competition this year for ugliest holiday sweater at Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School was a tough fought battle. Read about the winners and view photos

12.22.11

Class of 2013 holding car wash fundraiser The Class of 2013 is selling Hoffman Car Wash tickets. To learn more download the flyer. Hoffman Car Wash

12.13.11

Students perform, serve meal at Watervliet Senior Center Students performed a holiday concert and served lunch Dec. 13  See photos

12.8.11

Character Education program cleans up Students from the program this fall helped the housing authority with fall cleanup See photos

12.1.11

Students prepare soup for tree lighting Mr. Gaddy's nutrition class will provide soup for Watervliet's tree lighting Saturday. Read more

11.28.11

January Regents schedule available The January Regents tests are set for Tuesday, Jan. 24 through Friday, Jan. 27. The morning and afternoon testing schedule is now available. view schedule

11.21.11

Parent Portal now open for the high school level The new web-based communication tool allowing parents and guardians to view their children’s academic profiles via the internet is now available for grades 9-12. read more

11.21.11

First quarter honor roll names released

The junior-senior high school honor and high honor rolls have been announced. read more 

 

11.18.11

Holiday Concert rescheduled
The Watervliet Junior-Senior High School Holiday Concert featuring the Grey and Garnet Band and the Cannoneer Chorus has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 7 at 7 p.m.

11.4.11

Character Education students organize Hat Day fundraiser Students raise money for a classmate battling leukemia. Read more

10.26.11

ADK group visits environmental science class

Adirondack Council visits environmental science class Wed., Oct. 26. read more

10.26.11

Community members tour junior-senior high school

The Parent Partnership Committee held an open house last week. read more

 

10.20.11

See more homecoming photos

Yuriy Berin's Photography Club has released more photos of Homecoming Week activities. view Photos

 

10.20.11

Homecoming Dance photos

Chelsie Clickner of the Photography Club has provided photos of the recent homecoming dance. see photos

 

10.13.11

Learning the art of square dance

A square dance caller again returns to high school gym classes view Photos

 

10.11.11

More Homecoming Week photos

See more photos of Homecoming Week activities view Photos

 

10.11.11
High school open house set for Monday
The Watervliet City School District Parent Partnership Committee is holding an open house at Watervliet High School Mon., Oct. 17 from 6 to 7 p.m. There will be refreshments in the first floor conference room and student council members will provide tours. Call 629-3202 with any questions.

10.4.11

Students dress up for Homecoming Spirit Week

See photos by Yuriy Berin's Photography Club.  view Photos

 

9.30.11

Teams walk to raise diabetes funds

Watervliet Girls' Volleyball teams raise funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Read More

9.28.11                                                                First time donors turn out for high school blood drive                           Nearly 60 pints of blood were collected Wed., Sept. 28. Read more

9.26.11

New tests for 9th graders this year

The district will soon begin piloting new assessment tests for ninth graders. The results of the new tests will help the district design instruction that best meets the needs of students. Read More

9.19.11

Photography Club football photos

Mr. Yuriy Berin and the WHS Photography Club was on hand for Cannoneers' Sept. 17 football game against Voorheesville. See photos

9.13.11

Watervliet Book Club
Watervliet students, parents, grandparents, and other family members are invited to participate in the Book Club this fall. more information

WHS Athletic Hall of Fame to induct one championship team and nine athletes, coaches

Congratulations to nine former student athletes and coaches, and the 1996 football team on being inducted into the 2011 Athletic Hall of Fame. This year’s honorees will be acknowledged at halftime during the Homecoming football game on Saturday, October 8. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony takes place the evening of October 8, beginning with a dinner at 6 p.m. More information and reservation form

Meet the Teacher Night is September 22, 6-8 p.m. at The Dome

8.19.11

Class of 2015 Orientation Camp helps prepare 9th graders for coming school year  read more