"Meet Up, Eat Up, and Read Up" at the Watervliet District Library Today was great fun! The WPS Nutrition Services Staff reminds you that they will be serving lunch at the District Library again on June 29, July 13, and July 27 from 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM. ALL KIDS EAT FOR FREE!
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
kids and a mom having lunch outdoors
Due to interest expressed by some members of our community, we have re-opened the survey regarding the May 2023 school bond initiative. The survey will be open through this weekend until Monday morning, June 19.
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
WPS Staff wrapped up the 2022-23 School year with a District-wide Luau-themed cookout. Many thanks to Terry Adams and the Food Service Staff, Deah Muth, and Benny Loshbough for all of your hard work to make it happen. Happy Summer to our staff, students, and community!
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
women at a table eating
men grilling food
two women smiling
6 women around a dinner table
4 people at a dinner table outdoors
people eating at a table outdoors
4 people smiling
people at a buffet getting food
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over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
he WHS Chapter of the National Honor Society held a blood drive today for Versiti of Michigan which provides blood for hospitals locally and throughout the state. Students and community members turned out to donate blood. Those who donated today included students Jeff Woollett and Riley Hess and community member George Walker pictured here. National Honor Society members Abby Lomoro and Amara Olexa pictured staffing the registration table are among the many students who helped out at the drive.
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
older man giving blood
boy giving blood and nurse holding blood vials
boy giving blood with thumbs up
two girls sitting behind a table with papers, clipboard, and pens
The Panthers traveled to LMCU in Grand Rapids (Home of the West Michigan Whitecaps) on Thursday to play the Grant Tigers and came away with a 9-1 Win. Watervliet now stands at 16-1 Overall (8-0 SAC Lakeshore)
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
Watervliet Panther Baseball Teams stand on the grass at LMCU Ballpark posing for a combined JV and Varsity Team photo
Watervliet Public Schools would like to thank all of our community members who took time to vote in yesterday's election. While we are disappointed with the results, we understand that our community has spoken. In the coming weeks and months, we will deconstruct this effort, actively seek input from community members, and determine our next steps. While the needs still exist, we will work with interested and engaged people to do whatever we can to build on the successes of the past and a better future for WPS. Thanks again for being a partner in Watervliet Public Schools
over 1 year ago, Ric Seager
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Don't forget to vote in tomorrow's election regarding the Bond Project for WPS. If you need information, please go to https://www.watervlietps.org/o/wps/page/2023-facilities-project-information. Also, you can see an overview of the proposal at https://youtu.be/6xavaZmtNQI
over 1 year ago, Ric Seager
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Need to know more about the WPS Bond Proposal?? Please attend our final Town Hall Meeting and Tour on Thursday, April 27th, at WHS, starting at 6:00 PM. This meeting includes a brief overview of the proposed projects and a tour of the facilities to actually see the proposed updates for yourself. Thank you to Joe and Tara Matthews and TJ's for providing pulled pork sliders for this event! Please come eat and learn about the proposals. Reach out to us at 269-463-0300 for more information.
over 1 year ago, Ric Seager
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Congratulations to Keziah White for winning a RESA Award at the opening of the Box Factory High School show. Her expressive portrait is on view along with the work of thirty other WHS students. The show is open to the public and will be on view until Sunday, April 30th.
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
WHS Student Keziah White stands facing the camera smiling next to a wall of colorful artwork
The community is invited to attend a public viewing of our proposed K-12 social studies curriculum on Thursday, April 20 at 6:00 PM in the high school media center.
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
The words "social studies" is displayed along with a  drawing of a world globe, a book, and other graphics
This video highlights proposed renovations for the W.A.Y. building as part of our Bond Projects. Please reach out to us with any questions or visit www.watervlietps.org for more information. https://youtu.be/0trfMC5loys
over 1 year ago, Ric Seager
Join us at South Elementary School for the next Bond Proposal Town Hall Presentation this Thursday, April 6th at 6:00 PM. Learn more about the Bond Proposal and see for yourself what the needs are.
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
Text:  Join us for Bond Proposal Town Hall Presentations Tuesday,March 28 (completed), Thurs April  6, 6:00 PM South Elementary, Weds. Aprl 19, 6:00 PM North elementary, Thursday April 27 6:00 PM Location TBD, Election Day May 2, 2023
Have questions about the Watervliet School Bond Proposal??? Attend one of the remaining Town Hall Tours to learn more and see for yourself what the needs are. Times and locations are shown in the graphic below. All meetings start at 6:00 PM and snacks are available.
over 1 year ago, Ric Seager
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On March 14, parents of English Learners gathered for presentations by our staff members: Jessica Martinez, Rosa Casiano, Susie Mandujano, and representatives from Telamon (an organization that supports migrants and farm workers). Parents learned about school events through the end of the year and asked many questions. El 14 de marzo, los padres de los estudiantes se reunieron para las presentaciones de los miembros de nuestro personal: Jessica Martinez, Rosa Casiano, Susie Mandujano, y gente de Telamon (un organización que apoya a los migrantes y agrícolas). Los padres se enteraron de los eventos hasta al final del año e hicieron muchas preguntas.
over 1 year ago, Nancy Scowcroft
parents of English Learners gathered for presentations by our staff members
Watervliet Public Schools is hosting the first of four Town Hall meetings to share information regarding the bond proposal tomorrow at 6:00 PM at the WHS Media Center, starting at 6:00 PM.
almost 2 years ago, Ric Seager
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Updating Learning Environments is another focus of the 2023 bond proposal. To learn more about the proposal, visit www.watervlietps.org
almost 2 years ago, Nancy Scowcroft
Graphic:  2023 Bond:  Learning Environments :  Addition of STEM classrooms for hands-on-learning at the elementary schools, addition of STEM/Robotics classroom for hands-on learning at the Middle/High School, Cafeteria, auxiliary gym and weightroom addition, Science lab improvements, Selective furniture replacements
Safety & Security is the first focus of the 2023 bond proposal. To learn more about the bond proposal, visit www.watervlietps.org
almost 2 years ago, Nancy Scowcroft
2023 Bond:  Safety and Security *New secure building entrance at the Middle School *Classroom door hardware upgrades *New security doors *Redesign and replacement of the parking lot a the HS campus to improve safety and traffic flow
Congratulations to the WHS Concert Choir on their Divison 1 Rating at the District Choral Festival last week! Awesome job!
almost 2 years ago, Nancy Scowcroft
WHS Concert Choir poses for a photo outdoors in front of some trees
Middle School Students and Parents, please note: The dance which had been scheduled for this afternoon has been canceled.
almost 2 years ago, Nancy Scowcroft