Watervliet High School

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Thursday February 1st. My name is Julia Pepple and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is au gratin potato and ham. Tomorrow's breakfast is a cinnamon roll. Happy Birthday today to Eli Alsup. Today’s PBIS winners for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety in the building are: Jada Overton Kaz Miller Kylin Blackston Alexis Hoadley And Felipe Garcia Come claim your treat in the office. We are reviewing our PBIS expectations in the auditorium this week with your 3rd hour class. There is after school homework help in the media center tody after school. Any student can stay and do homework or get help until 4:15 pm. Mr. Coburn is here today to help seniors. See him with help on your FAFSa or to get started on some scholarships. There is an optional field trip to Stryker in Kalamazoo on Feb 15th in the morning. Students will hear personal stories about different career paths that are available in manufacturing at Stryker. There will be fun demonstrations of the equipment and products. If you are interested, sign up in the counseling office and pick up a permission slip. Also on Feb 23rd, there is an optional field trip to the SMC campus in Niles to learn more about the profession of welding. Again, pick up a permission slip on the main office if you would like to attend. The first phone alert for any student with a failing grade for the new semester will be sent home Next Monday Feb 5th. If you are a driver to school, your car has to be registered in the office before you drive here and park your car here. See Mrs. Richcreek in the main office to make sure that your car has a tag. If you are planning to borrow a cap and gown, you must come see Mrs. Richcreek in the main office. It’s time for a dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. 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!

ALL WHS parents are welcome and invited to join us!

YOUR FRESHMAN January 2024 Student of the Month --Brianna Shriver! My family consists of my dad, my step mom, my mom, my step dad, my 2 sisters- Abby and Adisyn, my 2 brothers- Christian and Brantley. My favorite subject is Art because I feel like I can express my feelings through the art. My favorite teachers are Mr. Linderman, Mrs. Simmons, and Mrs. Hunt. Mr. Linderman is a very funny teacher and I love talking to him in the mornings with my friends. Mrs. Simmons is a very funny and kind teacher when you get to know her. She always shows that she cares about how I’m doing. Mrs. Hunt always wants me to test my ability and I always feel amazed at what I can do and create in her class. I participated in debate this year. I’m in student council. I’m in the girls group. I also try to participate in Interact when I can. I have played soccer for 3 years and will be trying out for the team this year. I love to paint, practice soccer, or play Nintendo with my little brother in my free time. After high school I want to go to college and become a child therapist. I’m proud to be a WHS student because of the amazing community and the awesome panther pride!

YOUR SENIOR January 2024 Student of the Month --Tony Freemyer! In my family I have a mother, Jennifer Baham. I have a step-dad, Edward Baham. I have 1 brother, Dalton and he's married to Katie. I also have a cousin who goes to Watervliet. His name is Jaden Baham. My favorite subject is Spanish. Spanish has been my favorite subject because I will need it in life someday. My favorite teacher has always been Mr. Andrews because he's funny, very sociable, and very smart. I always talk sports with him everyday and sometimes on the weekends. I used to help the football team with the water and equipment as a manager. I'm going to be helping again this season because I enjoy being outside and talking to friends, especially meeting other football players. What I like to do during my free time is hang out with a friend who goes to Watervliet High School named Jazmine Sweeney. I also love to Play Video Games, Watch Sports, which is obvious, fish, and play baseball for the West Michigan Marlins. What I plan to do after high school is basically go to college. I'm deciding between Ohio State, Michigan State, and Notre Dame. I'm proud to be a Watervliet Panther because it persuades me to do my best and work.

YOUR SENIOR January 2024 Student of the Month--Grace Chisek! My family consists of My Mom, Shelley, who works as a dental hygienist. My Dad, Chris who is an engineer at Whirlpool. My brothers, Ryan and Andrew who both work at Whirlpool. And my sister-in-law, Katie who's a personal trainer. My favorite subject right now is weight training. I like this class because of the people in it and how we get to stay active. My favorite teacher has been Mrs. Sibley. I was in her Pre-Calc and Algebra 2 classes in the past few years. I love the way she teaches and how she is always willing to answer questions at any time. I am a three-sport athlete involved in Volleyball, Basketball, and Softball. Along with that, I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Council, Post Prom Committee, and the Student Advisory Council. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family, watching movies, and playing fetch with my dog. After High School, I plan to attend GRCC to further continue both my academic and athletic career. I plan to get into the dental hygiene program and play softball while at GRCC. I am proud to be a WHS panther because of all of the opportunities this school has given me. The student body and staff are always there for you when you need help.

CONGRATULATIONS to our January 2024 Student of the Month Nominees! 9th Grade Sofie Shafer Pyper Richards Miriam Feneley Angelica Daisy Gabriel Shotts Megan Tucker Abbie Hayes Brianna Shriver Talynn Davis 10th Grade Sophie Grear Gabe Richards Eli Alsup Issabella Sanchez Carter Krohn Jessica Rudell Caleb Jewell Natalaya Desjardin Skylar Blaylock Addison Smith Kassandra Riggs Kelsey Howell Giovanni Ayala Kami Rathfon 11th Grade Sydnee Enders Alyssa Briley Clorisa Worley Ayana Marshall Jewell Burgess Luke Isbrecht Jocelyn Solis Daniel Mandujano Carson Underwood Judith Aguilera Nicole Bender Amber Robbins Noah Bentley 12th Grade Lydia Koshar Mikey Fee Grace Chisek Anslie Saylor Tony Freemyer Ian Coleman Michael Melcher Kameron Smith Hailey Hutchens

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Wednesday, January 31st. My name is Ella Harris and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Today’s Lunch is All Beef Hot Dogs, Beef & Bean Chili, Cauliflower Bites, Sweet Peppers, Kiwifruit. Tomorrow’s breakfast is: cereal breakfast kit. You are reviewing our PBIS expectations in the auditorium this week with your 3rd hour class. The Lady Panthers left everything they had on the court last night and their efforts c paid off defeating the visiting Eagles of Schoolcraft.A back and forth game all night the Lady Panther dug down deep to out score the Eagles 14-4 in the 4th quarter to secure the victory.Outstanding defense, exceptional communication, coupled with a GREAT TEAM EFFORT all contributed to a Lady Panther victory.Next up is a Lakeshore Division matchup at South Haven Friday night.Proud of our Lady Panathers On Tuesday night, the Varsity Boys' Basketball Team traveled east to take on the Parchment Panthers in a non-divisional contest. Behind a dominating defensive first half, our Watervliet Panther squad cruised to victory over the host Panthers by a score of 55-47. The team next takes the court on Friday night at South Haven. Tip-off is set for 7:30p.m. There is an optional field trip to Stryker in Kalamazoo on Feb 15th in the morning. Students will hear personal stories about different career paths that are available in manufacturing at Stryker. There will be fun demonstrations of the equipment and products. If you are interested, sign up in the counseling office and pick up a permission slip. Also on Feb 23rd, there is an optional field trip to the SMC campus in Niles to learn more about the profession of welding. Again, pick up a permission slip on the main office if you would like to attend. The first phone alert for any student with a failing grade for the new semester will be sent home Next Monday Feb 5th. Seniors please submit your senior portrait by TODAY. Use the link that was emailed to you from Mrs. Brant. Also don’t forget to vote for your Senior Favorites. A form with the second set of Senior Favorite Categories was sent to you Friday. If you are a driver to school, your car has to be registered in the office before you drive here and park your car here. See Mrs. Richcreek in the main office to make sure that your car has a tag. Seniors–If you have not ordered your cap and gown, TODAY is the deadline, see Mrs. Richcreek as soon as you can. If you are planning to borrow a cap and gown, you must come see Mrs. Richcreek in the main office. It’s time for a dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. TODAY is an early release Wed. You will eat the same lunch as your 5th hour teacher and we will dismiss at 1:10 PM. There is transportation to and from the tech center. 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 January 30th. My name is Abby Lomoro and I am your Tuesday morning announcement reader. Today’s Lunch is Crispitos Tomorrow’s lunch is: bagel and turkey sausage patty. Happy birthday today to Skyler Blaylock & Aaron Alvarado! You are reviewing our PBIS expectations in the auditorium this week with your 3rd hour class. After school homework-helps starts TODAY and will continue every Tuesday and Thursday for the remainder of the school year in the media center until 4:15. All students are encouraged and invited to use it as a time to get help from a teacher and/or just complete homework. Email Ms. Powers if you want to stay and need a bus ride home. The first phone alert for any student with a failing grade for the new semester will be sent home Next Monday Feb 5th. Mr. Coburn will be here this week TODAY and Thursday. He would love to help you with your FAFSA or getting started on some scholarships. You can find him in the media center on Tuesday and Thursday of this week. Seniors please submit your senior portrait by this Wednesday, Jan 31. Use the link that was emailed to you from Mrs. Brant. Also don’t forget to vote for your Senior Favorites. A form with the second set of Senior Favorite Categories was sent to you Friday. If you are a driver to school, your car has to be registered in the office before you drive here and park your car here. See Mrs. Richcreek in the main office to make sure that your car has a tag. Seniors–If you have not ordered your cap and gown, Jan 31st is the deadline, see Mrs. Richcreek as soon as you can. If you are planning to borrow a cap and gown, you must come see Mrs. Richcreek in the main office. It’s time for a dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. On Friday, February 23 there is a field trip to SMC for Welding and Robotics Day. A sign up sheet and permission slips are available in the guidance office for anyone interested in attending. This Wednesday is an early release Wed. You will eat the same lunch as your 5th hour teacher and we will dismiss at 1;10 PM. There is transportation to and from the tech center. Students are permitted to wear PJ’s. 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!

IMPORTANT DATES FOR SENIOR FAMILIES!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Monday, January 29th. My name is Tia Caldwell and I am your Monday morning announcement reader. Lunch today is deep dish cheese pizza Tomorrow’s breakfast is whole grain pancake bites. Happy birthday today to Aleah Sexton, Anya Sexton & Isabella Rodgers Seniors please submit your senior portrait by this Wednesday, Jan 31. Use the link that was emailed to you from Mrs. Brant. Also don’t forget to vote for your Senior Favorites. A form with the second set of Senior Favorite Categories was sent to you Friday. The Boys' Varsity Basketball Team returned to divisional play on Friday night, playing for the second time this season the Fennville Blackhawks. In the Watervliet Gym, The Panthers jumped out to an early lead and carried the momentum throughout the game. It was an all-out team effort that lifted Watervliet to a 72-23 victory. The Panthers return to action on Tuesday, traveling to Parchment for a 7:15 pm. tip-off. The Lady Panthers used a big second quarter (22 points) to help take a 51-35 victory over the visiting Fennville Blackhawks. The Lady Panthers travel to Bridgman on Saturday, January 27th to make up a game snowed out earlier this season. JV starts at 4:00, varsity 5:30 The first informational meeting will be Monday, January 29 from 3:15 to 4:30 in Mrs. Sargeant’s room for the Great Talent Show this year. If you are dual enrolled next semester, you are required to attend a mandatory dual enrollment meeting on Monday. If you are a driver to school, your car has to be registered in the office before you drive here and park your car here. See Mrs. Richcreek in the main office to make sure that your car has a tag. Seniors–If you have not ordered your cap and gown, Jan 31st is the deadline, see Mrs. Richcreek as soon as you can. If you are planning to borrow a cap and gown, you must come see Mrs. Richcreek in the main office. 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 LUCK LAUREN!

Our MCAN adviser, Mr. Chris Coburn, continues to meet with Seniors to review the FAFSA process and scholarships. Senior parents are encouraged to check email today for a copy of the presentation that was shared at Wednesday night's Senior Class meeting.

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Friday January 26th. My name is Jacob Schaefer and I am your Friday morning reader. Lunch today is Walking Tacos Monday’s breakfast is a cereal breakfast kit. PBIS winners for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety in the building: Kaz Miller Alex Sipe Hanna Ice Jonathan Meagher Connor Van Lente Marta Lucia We're looking for 5 more freshmen that can help next Sunday 1:30-5:30. They will be in charge of clearing tables and cleaning. Let Ms. Powers know if you can help! "It is time for the Great Talent Show Sign-ups. There are many categories this year including design, writing and performance! We also need people interested in stage crew to sign up. See Mrs. Sargeant or the sign-up posters through the school for more information! Sign ups are this week and next week, and the first informational meeting will be Monday, January 29 from 3:15 to 4:30 in Mrs. Sargeant’s room." If you are dual enrolled next semester, you are required to attend a mandatory dual enrollment meeting on Monday. Mr. Coburn is here to assist with your FAFSA and help get you started on some scholarships. If you are a senior and you have free time TODAY–please see him in the media center. Juniors and seniors have been emailed after prom information. Check your email. Tutors are needed for Algebra and Geometry. If you are interested in tutoring, please see Mrs. Dawson. 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!

We are kicking off a new semester. Check out what is happening at the high school! https://www.smore.com/zmw3eh

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Thursday, January 25th. Today is the first day of semester 2. The 3 and a B and 5 and an A incentives for semester 2 start TODAY. My name is Julia Pepple and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader. Happy Birthday to Marshall Farlow and Amya Harvell. Lunch today is Cheeseburgers Breakfast tomorrow is an English muffin. The last day to drop a class at LMC is today. If you feel you need to drop a dual enrollment class, please see Mrs. Tyler as soon as possible. Any junior that wants to serve on the prom committee, please come to a meeting this Friday at 730 am in the Media Center. We're looking for 5 more freshmen that can help next Sunday 1:30-5:30. They will be in charge of clearing tables and cleaning. Let Ms. Powers know if you can help! "It is time for the Great Talent Show Sign-ups. There are many categories this year including design, writing and performance! We also need people interested in stage crew to sign up. See Mrs. Sargeant or the sign-up posters through the school for more information! Sign ups are this week and next week, and the first informational meeting will be Monday, January 29 from 3:15 to 4:30 in Mrs. Sargeant’s room." If you are dual enrolled next semester, you are required to attend a mandatory dual enrollment meeting NEXT Monday. There is a program for English Learner students and their parents by InterCare on January 26th. Roberto Overton and Keesha McGee are School Therapists who will talk about how to manage stressful times. The program is from 10:15 - 11:00 AM at the high school media center. Ms. Powers will be meeting with all seniors in their English classes TODAY to review graduation expectations. If you are not in an English class, please join Mrs. Riedinger’s 2nd or 4th hour class or Mr. Macha’s 7th hour class to get this important information. Mr. Coburn is here to assist with your FAFSA and help get you started on some scholarships. If you are a senior and you have free time on Friday, please see him in the media center. Juniors and seniors have been emailed after prom information. Check your email. Tutors are needed for Algebra and Geometry. If you are interested in tutoring, please see Mrs. Dawson. THIS Friday is our first FAFSA Friday. Any senior who has a FAFSA completed by this Friday will be recognized and rewarded with a $50 visa gift card. There is an Interact meeting this Friday at 7:30 AM 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!

Attention English Learner students and their parents! "Come join us for hot chocolate and cookies Friday January 26, 2024. There is a program for English Learner students and their parents by InterCare. Roberto Overton and Keesha McGee are School Therapists who will talk about how to manage stressful times. The program is from 10:15 - 11:00 AM at the high school media center. See you there!"

After Prom Information: (all juniors and seniors and their parents have been emailed this information) Permission slips will be at the school beginning the 2nd week of February. Listen to the morning announcements for more detail on how to get yours. Parent signature is required even if the student is 18 yrs old. The purpose of the After Prom is to provide a safe, drug/alcohol-free event for the Junior & Senior students of Watervliet and their guests. When: Sunday, May 12th, 2023, 12:00am to 6:00am. Where: Urban Air Adventure Park - 12331 James Street, Holland, Michigan 49424 Cost: $10 (hardship cases, call Shelley Chisek at 269-921-5981) includes the following: Ride to and from Urban Air, everyone must ride the bus BOTH WAYS to attend. late night dinner buffet and snack Who can attend: Any Watervliet Junior or Senior (and their guest - no Freshman or younger) – even if you do not attend Prom. What to wear: Please come in casual, comfortable attire. What to do: Battle Beam, Warrior Course, Climbing Wall, Virtual Reality, Ropes Course, Wipe Out, Sky Rider, The APEX Trampolines, Trampoline DodgeBall, Slam Dunk and More. There will also be a couple of rooms room with movies going for some downtime if you get break. We ask that students do not bring any bags, if they do, they will be searched. Absolutely no outside drinks or food allowed. We will be leaving promptly at 12:00am from the gym lobby; everyone MUST ride the bus BOTH WAYS to attend. If you sign up to attend and do not show up, we will be notifying parents. Once we are at the center, no one can leave, no exceptions; everyone will ride the bus back to the high school, with an arrival time of approximately 6:00am. Student to have transportation waiting at the High School (picking up your student is recommended - as they have been up all night)

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Wednesday January 24th. There are no birthdays today. We're looking for 5 more freshmen that can help next Sunday 1:30-5:30. They will be in charge of clearing tables and cleaning. Let Ms. Powers know if you can help! "It is time for the Great Talent Show Sign-ups. There are many categories this year including design, writing and performance! We also need people interested in stage crew to sign up. See Mrs. Sargeant or the sign-up posters through the school for more information! Sign ups are this week and next week, and the first informational meeting will be Monday, January 29 from 3:15 to 4:30 in Mrs. Sargeant’s room." If you are dual enrolled next semester, you are required to attend a mandatory dual enrollment meeting NEXT Monday. The meeting was moved to NEXT Monday due to the snow days. Tutors are needed for Algebra and Geometry. If you are interested in tutoring, please see Mrs. Dawson. THIS Friday is our first FAFSA Friday. Any senior who has a FAFSA completed by this Friday will be recognized and rewarded with a $50 visa gift card. TODAY is an early release Wednesday. We will dismiss at 1:10 and you will eat the same lunch as your 5th hour teacher. There is a very important senior parent meeting TONIGHT at 6 pm. Senior parents are encouraged to attend. There is an Interact meeting this Friday at 7:30 AM 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!

We are still planning on holding our very important senior parent meeting Wednesday night at 6 pm in the high school media center. All senior parents are encouraged to attend! We will be reviewing graduation requirements, important dates, graduation, FAFSA, scholarships, senior events and MORE! Please join us!

Good Morning Panther Parent! I am hopeful that this is the last snow day update I will have to send you! This email was sent to you and your child just a few minutes ago! All students are expected to be in school on Wednesday, regardless if you have been exempt from any exams. We will be taking attendance each hour. Please see the schedule below and plan to be in school for a full day of attendance. There will be bus transport to and from the tech center for both AM and PM students. If you attend any center, you are expected to attend.  Wednesday is an early release day. You may wear pajamas. 8:10-8:30 2nd hour  8:35-8:55 3rd hour  9-9:25 4th hour  9:30-10:45 6th hour exam; if you do not have to take an exam, you will sit in class and work on anything else you have. 10:50-11:50 5th hour with 2 lunches; you will eat the same lunch as your 5th hour teacher like you do on all early release days. Lunch A 10:50-11:20 Lunch B 11:20-11:50 11:55-1:10 7th hour exam; if you do not have to take an exam, you will sit in class and work on anything else you have. If you have any questions or concerns about this schedule, please feel free to email me. We look forward AGAIN to seeing ALL students back in the building tomorrow. Stay warm and safe today. : )