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MICHIGAN COLLEGE ACCESS NETWORK Recognizes 'Champion' Schools for High College Application Rates Lansing, Mich. — Michigan College Access Network is proud to recognize 59 schools from across the state as Michigan College Month Champion sites for having 80% or more of their senior class apply to at least one higher education institution during October. These schools are participants in MCAN’s College Bound Michigan, a suite of three initiatives designed to build and support college-going culture in high schools and their surrounding communities. Michigan College Month is the first of the three initiatives and is followed by the Michigan College Cash Campaign, which focuses on financial aid and paying for college, and College Decision Day, which celebrates students who have decided to pursue postsecondary education. Of the 289 schools currently participating in College Bound Michigan, 230 schools have reported their college application rates as of Feb. 10. From those schools, 17,607 seniors submitted at least one college application, with 43,759 total college applications submitted. During Michigan College Month, the schools provided dedicated space, time, and support during the school day for students to complete college applications. School counselors and other school staff helped graduating students begin the FAFSA and worked with underclassmen to think about steps leading to college before their senior year. “Michigan students deserve to have options for their postsecondary paths. I’m so proud of our Michigan College Month champion sites for their commitment to developing and strengthening a college-going culture,” said Ryan Fewins-Bliss, MCAN executive director. “By encouraging students and offering them dedicated support to apply to college, they are breaking down barriers to educational access — especially for students from low-income backgrounds, those who would be the first in their families to attend college, and students of color. These schools are going above and beyond to help Michigan students pursue their dreams and help achieve our statewide college attainment goal of Sixty by 30.” The complete list of 2025 Michigan College Month Champion Schools comprises: Alanson High School American International Academy Bay City Academy Grand Rapids Public Museum High School Berrien Springs High School Berrien Springs Virtual Academy Birch Run High School Black River Public School Boyne City High School Brandywine Senior High School Bridgman High School Bullock Creek High School/Bullock Creek School District Camden-Frontier School Central High School, Detroit Public Schools Community District Chandler Park Academy HS City High Middle School Clintondale High School Columbia Central High School Concord High School Covert High School Detroit Catholic Central High School Etiquette Series Fordson High School Fruitport High School Godwin Heights High School Grand Rapids Montessori Middle High School Grand River Preparatory High Grosse Pointe South High School Hartford High School Haslett High School Kensington Woods Schools Lake City High School Loyola High School Martin Luther King Jr., Senior High School Mason County Eastern Schools Michigan Islamic Academy Millington High School North Central Area Schools Northview High School Northwestern High School Novi High School Oscoda Area High School Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School Pine River High School Reading High School Southeastern High School St. Charles Middle/High School St. Joseph High School Standish-Sterling Jr/Sr High School Stephenson Area Public Schools Summerfield Schools The School at Marygrove Tri County High School University High School- Ferndale Washtenaw International High School Watervliet High School West Bloomfield High School Yale High School To learn more about Michigan College Month and College Bound Michigan, visit micollegeaccess.org/initiatives/college-bound-michigan. Initiatives College Bound Michigan

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Check out these samples of a fun creativity challenge from this weeks art class. The assignment was to create a colorful drawing featuring googly eyes—but with a twist: the googly eyes couldn’t be used as actual eyes.

KIA Art News 2025 This week, WHS art students received exciting news—their work has been selected for the prestigious High School Show at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. This competitive, juried exhibition features outstanding pieces from talented young artists across nine counties in Southwest Michigan. Congratulations to Jane Rudell and Jacob Shunkwiler, each of whom had one artwork accepted into the show. A special shoutout to Gavin Collins and Hayden Arnosky, who achieved the remarkable honor of having two pieces selected! The chosen artworks will soon be delivered to the gallery for display. Juror awards will be announced during the opening reception at the KIA on Friday, April 25, at 5:30 p.m. We’re proud of these students for representing Watervliet’s artistic talent so impressively—well done!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Thursday March 13th. My name is Lilly Summers and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader. Lunch today is Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Breadstick, Kiwifruit, Veggie Chef Salad Happy Birthday to Shelby Schlipp! Please don't forget to vote for round 2 of the March (is reading month) Madness. There are QR codes located in all English classrooms as well as a QR code on the bulletin board where the bracket is set up, between Mrs. Riedinger & Mrs. Bruce's rooms. Today is the last day to vote for round 2, next week will be round 3 voting. Today is the last day to get your tickets for Moana Jr. during all lunches! The price is now 10.00 a ticket for students if you purchase before Friday! If any are left they will be available for 15.00 per ticket at the door prior to the performances tomorrow, Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. All seniors have been emailed about a series of 11 Scholarships available to only Watervliet seniors that are now available. More information and applications are available in the guidance office. All applications are due by April 11. See Mrs. Tyler. After school homework help this week: TODAY with Mr Arter and Mrs Hunt Teachers are reviewing BATHROOM expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. All students have been sent a link to a student voice survey. Please take time in your 3rd hour class sometime this week to complete this survey. This will be the last student perception survey that we take this year. Your input matters to us! Earning PBIS tickets for respect, responsibility & safety today are Dominic Stack, Alexis Coburn, Isaiah Donovan, Noah Bentley, Annabella Schadler, Brooklyn Schlipp, Kevin Johnson & Marlen Moron. Please come to the office now to claim your coupon or candy. ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER and CTE speaker. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Last weekend, students put the finishing touches on the Moana musical set, and the stage looks fabulous. The actors are all set to shine and showcase the incredible work they've put in. The performance is this Friday and Saturday—don’t miss out! Be sure to grab your tickets before they sell out.

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Wednesday March 12th. My name is Chaz Hart and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Lunch today is crispy chicken on WG bun, Baked Cheetos, Sliced Tomato, PIckle Slices & Watermelon. Happy Birthday to Sam Milham! Congratulations to your newest Senior FAFSA completer–Judith Aguilera. She earned her $50 giftcard. Seniors can still complete the FAFSA. See Mr. Coburn if you need help. Question of the week “What is something that you would like to get better at?” Please give me your students responses to add to the poster if you use this as a warmup or closer in your class. The robotics team will have their next competition at Berrien Springs this Saturday and Sunday against teams from all over the state again! We look forward to improving on our performance from this past weekend. Attention Students! Are you seeking a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Join us at the Virtue Club! We meet every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey. Come for fellowship and inspiration—it's a great way to start your Friday morning! We’d love to see you there! For more info, feel free to see Mrs. Adams or Miss Shannon. See you Friday! Tickets for Moana Jr. will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays only until March 13, 2025. Make sure to get yours before they sell out! All seniors have been emailed about a series of 11 Scholarships available to only Watervliet seniors that are now available. More information and applications are available in the guidance office. All applications are due by April 11. See Mrs. Tyler. After school homework help this week: Thursday with Mr Arter and Mrs Hunt There will be a Student Council Meeting TOMORROW, March 13th at 7:30 am sharp in the Media Center. We are going to have a group photo taken for the yearbook after the meeting so please dress appropriately. All members are required to attend; please be on time. It is time for the next dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible! Registration is open for next school year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler in the counseling office for more information! If you want to know if you are eligible, email Ms. Powers or Mrs. Tyler. Teachers are reviewing BATHROOM expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. All students have been sent a link to a student voice survey. Please take time in your 3rd hour class sometime this week to complete this survey. This will be the last student perception survey that we take this year. Your input matters to us! ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER and CTE speaker. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is TUESDAY, MARCH 11th. My name is Ayana Marshall and I am your Tuesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is Crispitos, Sour Cream & Guacamole, Tortilla Chips, Peaches Happy Birthday to Addison Smith! Question of the week “What is something that you would like to get better at?” Please give me your students responses to add to the poster if you use this as a warmup or closer in your class. Thanks Donya The robotics team will have their next competition at Berrien Springs this Saturday and Sunday against teams from all over the state again! We look forward to improving on our performance from this past weekend. Please write your answer to the following prompt on the paper displayed in the short hallway by the middle school and Dr. Mosher room. “Describe something you did recently that made you lose track of time” Attention Students! Are you seeking a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Join us at the Virtue Club! We meet every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey. Come for fellowship and inspiration—it's a great way to start your Friday morning! We’d love to see you there! For more info, feel free to see Mrs. Adams or Miss Shannon. See you Friday! Tickets for Moana Jr. will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays only until March 13, 2025. Make sure to get yours before they sell out! Scholarships available to only Watervliet seniors are open today! More information and applications are available in the guidance office. All applications are due by April 11. After school homework help this week: TODAY and Thursday with Mr Arter and Mrs Hunt TODAY only with Mr. Domino. There is a SAC meeting this TOMORROW at 7:30 am. All class representatives are asked to attend. TOMORROW is an early release day and all students can wear pajamas. There will be a Student Council Meeting this Thursday, March 13th at 7:30 am sharp in the Media Center. All members are required to attend. Please be on time. It is time for the next dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible! Registration is open for next school year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler in the counseling office for more information! If you are eligible to dual enroll, your parent was sent an email this week. If you want to know if you are eligible, email Ms. Powers or Mrs. Tyler. Teachers are reviewing BATHROOM expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. Earning a PBIS ticket for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety at school are Deven Tavolacci, Payton Yeske, Chloe Womac, Kimberly Romero, Lily Collins, Jaylee Havenaar, Jose Cruz, Jonah Robart, and Please come to the office now to claim your coupon or candy. ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER and CTE speaker. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

LET'S GO PANTHERS!!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is MONDAY, MARCH 10th. My name is Alyssa Brown and I am your Monday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is Southern Breaded Chicken Drumstick, WG Cornbread, Mashed Potato, Green Beans, Fruit Mix Happy Birthday to Hanna Ice, McKaylen Laws & Alex Riley! On Friday night, the Girls' Varsity Basketball team won its second district title since 2006, defeating the Decatur Raiders 36-19 at Bangor High School. Scoring was at a premium early on before Daijahnae Hatcher broke the ice with a put back midway through the first. Hatcher scored 7 of her career high 20 points in the first quarter. In addition to Hatcher's 20, Courtney Van Lente finished with 5, Moeko Crago 3, Marisssa Lowell 2, Riley Preston 2, and Isabella Bultema 2. Miranda Lowell also scored her first 2 varsity points that evening. The Panthers have now won 6 of their last 7 games and move to 11-13 on the season. They are back in action on Monday as they travel to Niles-Brandywine High School to take on Kalamazoo Christian in the regional semifinals. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pm IMPORTANT CHANGES FOR BASEBALL TODAY!! Due to the Girls Regional Basketball Game Group 1 Infield will now practice 3:15-3:45 Group 2 Outfield will now practice 3:45-4:15 Attention Golfers: Please meet in Coach Andrews classroom after school today. Practice will begin there. Attention all track athletes. We will meet in the middle school gym at 3:30 today for practice. Please write your answer to the following prompt on the paper displayed in the short hallway by the middle school and Dr. Mosher room. “Describe something you did recently that made you lose track of time” Attention Students! Are you seeking a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Join us at the Virtue Club! We meet every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey. Come for fellowship and inspiration—it's a great way to start your Friday morning! We’d love to see you there! For more info, feel free to see Mrs. Adams or Miss Shannon. See you Friday! Tickets for Moana Jr. will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays only until March 13, 2025. Make sure to get yours before they sell out! After school homework help this week: Tuesday and Thursday with Mr Arter and Mrs Hunt Tuesday only with Mr. Domino. There is a SAC meeting this Wednesday at 7:30 am. All class representatives are asked to attend. Wednesday is an early release day and all students can wear pajamas. There will be a Student Council Meeting this Thursday, March 13th at 7:30 am sharp in the Media Center. All members are required to attend. Please be on time. It is time for the next dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible! Registration is open for next school year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler in the counseling office for more information! If you are eligible to dual enroll, your parent was sent an email this week. If you want to know if you are eligible, email Ms. Powers or Mrs. Tyler. Teachers are reviewing BATHROOM expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. Earning a PBIS ticket for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety at school are Ava Thomas, Maddi Roell, and Izzy Tarantino. Please come to the office now to claim your coupon or candy. ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER and CTE speaker. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

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Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Friday March 7th. My name is Logan Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is French bread pepperoni pizza, pasta salad w/fresh vegetables, fresh baby spinach, fruit sorbet Happy Birthday Mrs. Dawson! Please join us in Bangor tonight as we cheer on our Lady Panthers! The district finals against Decatur are tonight at Bangor High School. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm. There will be a fan bus to the girls basketball district championship game at Bangor tonight providing we have at least 10 people signed up to ride. The bus leaves at 6:20 pm. Those interested need to sign up in the athletic office. The athletic department will pay for your ticket if you ride the fan bus. If you ride the bus to the game you must ride it back to the high school, no exceptions. You must sign up by noon on Friday. We still have gift cards to distribute to seniors who complete a FAFSA. See Ms. Powers or Mr. Coburn if you would like help! If you complete the FAFSA before spring break you get to pie the staff member of your choice in the face! Attention Students! Are you seeking a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Join us at the Virtue Club! We meet every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey. Come for fellowship and inspiration—it's a great way to start your Friday morning! We’d love to see you there! For more info, feel free to see Mrs. Adams or Miss Shannon. See you Friday! Tickets for Moana Jr. will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays only until March 13, 2025. Make sure to get yours before they sell out! After school homework help next week: There is a SAC meeting next Wednesday at 7:30 am. All class representatives are asked to attend. There will be a Student Council Meeting next Thursday, March 13th at 7:30 am sharp in the Media Center. All members are required to attend. Please be on time. It is time for the next dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible! Registration is open for next school year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler in the counseling office for more information! If you are eligible to dual enroll, your parent was sent an email this week. If you want to know if you are eligible, email Ms. Powers or Mrs. Tyler. Teachers are reviewing HALLWAY expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. Earning a PBIS ticket for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety at school are Isaiah Donovan, Alejandro Jimenez, Tyler Cole, Talynn Davis, Gage Sirk, and Eli Alsup. Please come to the office now to claim your coupon or candy. ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER! At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Thursday March 6th. My name is Lilly Summers and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is Chef Boyardee Ravioli & WG garlic bread, spring peas, sliced apples There are no birthdays today. The Varsity Girls Basketball team opened up postseason play tonight with a dominant victory over Bangor, 34-18. The Panther defense was locked in from the opening tip holding the Vikings scoreless in the first half and took a 19-0 lead at the break. The shutout continued in the second half as the Panthers led 27-0 entering the 4th. The Vikings battled back in the final frame but the comeback effort fell short. Scoring for the Panthers tonight were Courtney Van Lente 7, Isabella Bultema 7, Leila Liberto-Taylor 7, Daijahnae Hatcher 6, Alyssa Brown 4, and Moeko Crago 3. The Panthers earned their 10th win of the season and advance to the district finals against Decatur on Friday at Bangor High School. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm. Your newest senior FAFSA completer is Erick Jimenez. He earned his $50. The class of 2025 is now 75% complete with the FAFSA. We still have gift cards to distribute. See Ms. Powers or Mr. Coburn if you would like help! If you complete the FAFSA before spring break you get to pie the staff member of your choice in the face! Attention Students! Are you seeking a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Join us at the Virtue Club! We meet every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey. Come for fellowship and inspiration—it's a great way to start your Friday morning! We’d love to see you there! For more info, feel free to see Mrs. Adams or Miss Shannon. See you Friday! Question of the week - How can we show kindness? Write your answers on the poster. Thank you Dr. Mosher Tickets for Moana Jr. will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays only until March 13, 2025. Make sure to get yours before they sell out! Anyone interested in playing Baseball this Spring - Please see Coach Tremblay this week to get a Try-Out Schedule and to see the Try-Out Groups (Posted in the Gym) Attention all students traveling to Europe this spring break. We will have our mandatory pre-departure meeting TODAY March 6th at 6:30 in the cafeteria. Please bring all required documents from your trip folder with you to this meeting. If you have any questions please see Mr. Andrews. Fall 2025-2026 varsity cheer team information: If anyone is interested in joining the Varsity cheer team in the fall, there is a meeting in the auditorium lobby on Friday March 7 from 3:30-4pm. It is strongly encouraged to attend. After school homework help this week TODAY with Mr. Arter in his room. TODAY with Mrs. O'Toole and NHS members in her room. TODAY with Mrs. Hunt in her room. There is a SAC meeting next Wednesday at 7:30 am. All class representatives are asked to attend. There will be a Student Council Meeting next Thursday, March 13th at 7:30 am sharp in the Media Center. All members are required to attend. Please be on time. It is time for the next dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible! Registration is open for next school year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler in the counseling office for more information! Teachers are reviewing HALLWAY expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. Earning a PBIS ticket for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety at school is Dominic Stack, Alex Wilder, Annabella Schadler, Kyle Domingo, Madison Darling, Daijahnae Hatcher, Hanna Ice, Angelica Daisy, Joelle Petznick, Mackenzie Webster, Halee McLean, Alex Wilder, Talynn Davis, Isabella Clark, and McKaylen Laws. Please come to the office now to claim your coupon or candy. ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER! At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Wednesday, March 5th. My name is Chaz Hart and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is mini corn dogs, baked beans, cottage cheese, garden salad, fresh grapes There are no birthdays today. Attention Students! Are you seeking a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Join us at the Virtue Club! We meet every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey. Come for fellowship and inspiration—it's a great way to start your Friday morning! We’d love to see you there! For more info, feel free to see Mrs. Adams or Miss Shannon. See you Friday! Question of the week - How can we show kindness? Write your answers on the poster. Thank you Dr. Mosher After school detention is today. Tickets for Moana Jr. will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays only until March 13, 2025. Make sure to get yours before they sell out! Anyone interested in playing Baseball this Spring - Please see Coach Tremblay this week to get a Try-Out Schedule and to see the Try-Out Groups (Posted in the Gym) Attention all students traveling to Europe this spring break. We will have our mandatory pre-departure meeting tomorrow, Thursday, March 6th at 6:30 in the cafeteria. Please bring all required documents from your trip folder with you to this meeting. If you have any questions please see Mr. Andrews. Fall 2025-2026 varsity cheer team information: If anyone is interested in joining the Varsity cheer team in the fall, there is a meeting in the auditorium lobby on Friday March 7 from 3:30-4pm. It is strongly encouraged to attend. After school homework help this week TODAY and Thursday with Mr. Arter in his room. Thursday with Mrs. O'Toole and NHS members in her room. TODAY and Thursday with Mrs. Hunt in her room. Seniors: Please check your email and vote for your Senior Favorites today. You will get a new voting ballot each Monday for the next three weeks with 4 senior favorite categories each week. Please select two students for each category. Anyone interested in participating in track this spring needs to sign up in either Coach Weber’s room or Coach Irmen’s room. It is time for the next dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible! Registration is open for next school year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler in the counseling office for more information! Teachers are reviewing HALLWAY expectations in all 3rd hour classes this week if they have not done so already. Earning a PBIS ticket for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety at school is Miranda Lowell. Please come to the office now to claim your coupon or candy. We have the opportunity to send seniors to the Millwright Carpentry and Training Center in Wayland on April 17th. If you are a senior and you would like to go, check your email for more information. Thank you. ***HAND THE PHONE TO MS. POWERS TO ANNOUNCE FRESHMAN ASSIGNMENT NOTEBOOK WINNER! At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

YOUR FEBRUARY 2025 FRESHMAN STUDENT OF THE MONTH --LENEYA TAYLOR! My stepmom works for a program called PACE, she schedules appointments for the elderly. My favorite subject is choir because I like to sing. My favorite teacher has been Mr. Linderman because he's really lenient, if you need an extra day or two, he allows it. I don't participate in any clubs or sports. In my free time I like to draw, listen to music, and read. After high school I plan to go to SMC. I am so proud to be a panther because there's lots of opportunities. Staff care about their students' future.

YOUR FEBRUARY 2025 FRESHMAN STUDENT OF THE MONTH--MCKAYLEN LAWS! My family consists of my dad, Eric, who is a Senior Engineering Manager with Whirlpool, and my mom, Angie, who is a teacher at Van Buren Tech. My sister, Lauren, is a junior at the University of Tennessee and is majoring in Marketing/Business Administration. I like all of my teachers. But I think my favorites this year are Mrs. Sibley and Mrs. O'Toole. Both of their classes really help me learn the subjects they teach, so I enjoy going to them. I feel like they both really help me succeed, and their classes are very fun. I am currently closing the Girls JV Basketball season as the team manager. I am a member of Student Council, SAC and have volunteered with Interact. I am also the Secretary of the Berrien County Community Foundation TEAM. In my free time, I love spending time with my friends, especially going to Taco Bell with Melany. I also enjoy traveling, kayaking, shopping, camping, tubing, hiking and doing things in the summer. Volunteering is also important to me because I like giving back to my community and helping others. My plans after high school are to attend the University of Tennessee and major in Communications.I am proud to be a WPS panther because of the amazing opportunities that are offered to students at the school. Our school focuses on a lot of good things that help make kids become the best possible kids because of high expectations.

YOUR FEBRUARY 2025 SOPHOMORE STUDENT OF THE MONTH--ISAIAS MENDEZ! My name is Isaias Mendez. My family consists of my mom and my stepfather, who are very hard workers and ensure that my older brother, younger sister, and I are well provided for. My favorite subject is history. I like history because of the teacher, Mr. Andrews, who always makes sure that the class is enjoyable and always brings some exciting and interesting facts about US history. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Sibley because she is always an awesome person to have a conversation with and is always teaching me new things every day. She is just overall a super cool and awesome person. The sports that I participate in are football and basketball, and I plan on participating in baseball this year. In my free time, I like to spend time with my family and hang out with my friends, and I like going on drives and listening to music. After high school, I plan on going to a 4-year university to further my education in engineering. I am proud to be a Watervliet Panther because it is where I grew up my entire life, brought me my friends, and gave me opportunities in life to be successful and be better.

YOUR FEBRUARY 2025 SOPHOMORE STUDENT OF THE MONTH--HANNA ICE! The members of my family include my grandmother, my mother, my older sister, my younger sister, and my little brother. My favorite subject has been U.S. history this year because I find history to be very interesting and I love learning about what happened in the past. My favorite teacher this year has been Mr. Andrews because he gives us so much information about U.S. history and he always has a positive attitude, you can definitely tell that he loves teaching his students. I currently don't participate in any clubs or sports. I like to worship Jesus, listen to music, bake / cook, color, hangout with friends and family, and go shopping in my free time during the winter. In the summertime, I like to worship Jesus, go to the beach, tan, swim, go camping, go hiking, go to the fair, and go tubing during my free time. After high school, I plan to go to college in order to become a labor and delivery nurse or a surgical technician. I'm proud to be a WHS panther because Watervliet provides students with many learning opportunities and wants all their students to thrive in life.

YOUR FEBRUARY 2025 JUNIOR STUDENT OF THE MONTH--ARIANA ELLSWORTH! I have my parents, my step dad and mother, as well as my 4 other siblings, Thane, Aiela, Harbor, and Holden. Currently, my favorite subjects are Art and Choir. My whole life my interests and hobbies have been revolved around singing and being creative, joining these classes has only grown my desire and love to learn new music as well as writing lyrics, being in art has really allowed me to find my spark, I don't think I would have ever found my potential for art, if I hadn't joined, same goes for choir. This then leads to the two best teachers I have this year, and of course in general, Mrs. Hunt and Mrs. Brush. Mrs. Hunt has shown me and the class so many techniques to draw, shade, literally anything and that is what has helped me find my love for art, I find it very therapeutic and just a way to escape from reality and go inside my head and make something beautiful, I don't think I would have ever found that feeling if it weren't for Mrs. Hunt. Mrs. Brush, I've been in her choir ever since i've come to watervliet and has overtime pushed me to be the best version of myself, find that spark for music even if it gets hard sometimes and it's okay to make mistakes, not only is this true in music, but it also helps me in the long run just throughout life in general, she has such a strong passion for teaching music, bonding with her class as a family, and helps us to sound and do the best we can. A few things I enjoy doing in my freetime is drawing, writing stories or lyrics, poems, singing, I adore singing. It is a lot of where my passion is put into. I would like to become a future elementary teacher or become involved with law enforcement, though, no matter what I will be making music but it won't be my main job, just a hobby I extremely love. I am proud to be a WHS panther because I have grown to become who I am today with the teachers and opportunities it provides as well as many fun events. It's helped me find who I am, find those close friends, and overall have a good education.