Watervliet High School

The ceramic projects are really starting to take shape this week in Art I.

CELEBRATE DUAL ENROLLMENT! ONE in THREE students at WHS is taking one or more college classes! Dual enrolling increases the likelihood that a student will enroll in post secondary coursework after high school. It eases the transition from high school to college. Because students are taking college courses in high school, it lessens the time that is needed on a college campus to complete a degree. Dual enrolling in high school lessens the cost of a college degree as Watervliet Public Schools assumes the cost of college courses. Dual enrollment also allows students to explore classes they might be interested in outside of the traditional high school offerings and can provide more rigorous coursework when needed. Today we CELEBRATE dual enrolled Panther--NATALIE HART!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Wednesday March 6th My name is Ella Harris and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is an all beef hot dog. Tomorrow’s breakfast is a cereal breakfast kit. Happy birthday today to Alexa Lowes. The following students completed the PBIS survey online and can come claim a coupon in the main office: Landon Layer Kaz Miller Caleb Jewell Christian Shriver Nova Wise Joelle Petznick Chase Tremblay Marshall Smith Dennis Frazier Emmett Williams Aiden Bryan Kyra Sullivan Analia Alvarado Kayden Harrington Tony Freemyer Kenzi Webster Alina Bell More students will be called each day who have completed the PBIS survey online. Check your email for the link. Softball sign-ups in HS Office Try-Outs next Monday, March 11th Time to be determined Mr. Coburn is in the building today. If you need any help with your FAFSA or scholarships you can find him in the media center. No students are permitted to be in the building after school unless you are with a coach or a teacher. If you are found in the building after school, you will be consequenced. If you are waiting for a ride, you must be waiting at the doors of the building. Students can register to vote THIS Friday, March 8th. You need your ID and you need to know the last 4 digits of your SS number. Registration for voting will take place during all 3 lunches. 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!

Panthers, Reminder about purchasing tickets for our tournaments. Each school maybe a little different. Boys Basketball, Tuesday, March 5th - 5:30 and 7:00 Regional games at Watervliet High School. Purchase your tickets at gofan.co or use a debit or credit card at the door. One ticket gets you in both games. Direct link is: https://gofan.co/event/1418329?schoolId=MI3768 Girls basketball Districts at Hartford on Wednesday, March 6th, - 5:30 start, you MUST purchase your ticket on GOFAN, direct link is: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10221 The do NOT accept debit or credit cards at the door. GO PANTHERS !!! Thank you, Ken Dietz Watervliet Local Schools Athletics Administration

CELEBRATE DUAL ENROLLMENT! ONE in THREE students at WHS is taking one or more college classes! Dual enrolling increases the likelihood that a student will enroll in post secondary coursework after high school. It eases the transition from high school to college. Because students are taking college courses in high school, it lessens the time that is needed on a college campus to complete a degree. Dual enrolling in high school lessens the cost of a college degree as Watervliet Public Schools assumes the cost of college courses. Dual enrollment also allows students to explore classes they might be interested in outside of the traditional high school offerings and can provide more rigorous coursework when needed. Today we CELEBRATE dual enrolled Panther--ELLA HARRIS!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Tuesday March 5th. My name is Abby Lomoro and I am your Tuesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is a chicken fajita Tomorrow’s breakfast is Dannon lowfat vanilla yogurt cup Happy birthday today to Braydon Collins Last Friday night at Bangor High School, The Watervliet Boys' Basketball Team took on the Lawton Blue Devils in the State District Tournament Final. The Panthers employed a stifling defense throughout the game, coming away with a 67-34 Victory, thereby being crowned District Champions. The team returns to action tonight at home in The Regionals against Schoolcraft High School; game time is 7:00. The following students completed the PBIS survey online and can come claim a coupon in the main office. Grace Chisek Cole Getz Riley Preston Ella Harris Brianna Shriver Elliot Worley Alyssa Brown Hanna Ice Destiny Warren Aubrey James Marihya Cox Austin Smith Jacob Schaefer Aleah Sexton Leila Wells Kami Rathfon Wyatt Macmillan Kelsie Gaston More students will be called each day who have completed the PBIS survey online. Check your email for the link. Softball sign-ups in HS Office Try-Outs next Monday, March 11th Time to be determined There is an SAC meeting TOMORROW All student members should attend. No students are permitted to be in the building after school unless you are with a coach or a teacher. If you are found in the building after school, you will be consequenced. If you are waiting for a ride, you must be waiting at the doors of the building. Students can register to vote THIS Friday, March 8th. You need your ID and you need to know the last 4 digits of your SS number. Registration for voting will take place during all 3 lunches. Anyone who submitted an Early Middle College application should have received an interview invitation to their personal email address last week. The deadline to respond to this invitation is Friday. If you cannot locate your invitation, 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!

CELEBRATE DUAL ENROLLMENT! ONE in THREE students at WHS is taking one or more college classes! Dual enrolling increases the likelihood that a student will enroll in post secondary coursework after high school. It eases the transition from high school to college. Because students are taking college courses in high school, it lessens the time that is needed on a college campus to complete a degree. Dual enrolling in high school lessens the cost of a college degree as Watervliet Public Schools assumes the cost of college courses. Dual enrollment also allows students to explore classes they might be interested in outside of the traditional high school offerings and can provide more rigorous coursework when needed. Today we CELEBRATE dual enrolled Panther--ABIGAIL LOMORO!

The newly formed HS Robotics team Pantron-X competed in its first ever FRC competition this past weekend at Berrien Springs Invitational. The team worked well together and overcame some challenges with the robot to finish 4-8 for the weekend. Although the team didn't make the playoffs, we were competitive and finished the event strong.The judges awarded the team the Rookie Inspirational Award. This goes to the rookie team that was the most inspired and committed to building their robot and being a part of FIRST.The team consists of : Nova Wise, Jacob Milham, Sam Milham, Isaiah Wendt, Ben Ruland, Lucas Wilder and Paige Shafer. The trophy can be seen in the HS!

Ayana Marshall placed 8th at the Michigan State Wrestling Championships over the weekend at Ford Field. Congratulations, Yaya! WHS is so proud of you! #PANTHER PRIDE

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Monday March 4th. My name is Tia Caldwell and I am your Monday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is a pulled pork sandwich Tomorrow’s breakfast is chocolate chip french toast minis Happy birthday today to Michael Melcher & Cayden Ryan. Congratulations to Ayana Marshall for placing 8th at Wrestling State Finals over the weekend!!! There is an SAC meeting this Wed. All student members should attend. No students are permitted to be in the building after school unless you are with a coach or a teacher. If you are found in the building after school, you will be consequenced. If you are waiting for a ride, you must be waiting at the doors of the building. There will be a Baseball Sign-up Meeting today at 2:45 in the Cafeteria - Anyone interested in playing should plan on attending. Students can register to vote THIS Friday, March 8th. You need your ID and you need to know the last 4 digits of your SS number. Registration for voting will take place during all 3 lunches. Anyone who submitted an Early Middle College application should have received an interview invitation to their personal email address last week. The deadline to respond to this invitation is Friday. If you cannot locate your invitation, 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!

Check out this week's Panther Parent Newsletter! https://www.smore.com/n/4avnc

Ayana Marshall wins her first match at State! Way to go, Yaya!!

YOUR FRESHMAN FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month--MAKENA GUZMAN! I live with my mom and step dad here in Watervliet. I have a step sister who attends South Haven schools and is also a freshman. I also spend time with my Dad and stepmom who live in Kalamazoo. And I have 3 siblings who go to Hartford public schools and 2 sisters who live down in Tennessee as well. My favorite teacher has been Mrs Brush because I love singing and she is a good teacher. I participate in choir. I like to hang out with my family and friends in my free time. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because I love all the teachers and the school and they have taught me a lot. After high school, I want to attend cosmetology school to do hair and nails

CELEBRATE DUAL ENROLLMENT! ONE in THREE students at WHS is taking one or more college classes! Dual enrolling increases the likelihood that a student will enroll in post secondary coursework after high school. It eases the transition from high school to college. Because students are taking college courses in high school, it lessens the time that is needed on a college campus to complete a degree. Dual enrolling in high school lessens the cost of a college degree as Watervliet Public Schools assumes the cost of college courses. Dual enrollment also allows students to explore classes they might be interested in outside of the traditional high school offerings and can provide more rigorous coursework when needed. Today we CELEBRATE dual enrolled Panther--AMARA OLEXA!

YOUR SOPHOMORE FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month--Jenna Ritter! My family consists of my Mom, Brother, and my Sister. My favorite teacher is Mrs. O'Toole that teaches biology. She genuinely makes the class fun and always helps me whenever I need, She also creates a very understanding environment for our class. In my free time, I enjoy being with my family and taking walks on the beach. I'm proud to be a WHS Panther because I love all the educational opportunities the school provides. After high school, I would like to attend college. I'm not exactly sure where yet, but I aim for a bachelor's degree to become a Cardiac Sonographer.

YOUR SENIOR FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month--Amya Harvell! Hi my name is Amya Harvell. My family consists of my mom and my two sisters. My older sister is Madison, she's 19 and currently working to get her CNA license. My younger sister's name is Allyse. She's 12 and goes to north school. It would be unfair to pick a favorite. The teachers I have now are caring and inspiring and have shown it in separate, but more ways than one. My favorite subject would have to be Yearbook. In this class, I've learned how to take amazing photos and have built a family of my peers and my teacher. In my free time, I enjoy either reading or spending time with my friends. You can also catch me on the soccer field after school some days, preparing for this season. What makes me the most proud to be a Panther would be some of the amazing members of our staff. With their efforts to not only be their teachers to their students but also people they can depend on. After graduation, I plan on attending Lake Michigan College.

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Friday March 1st. My name is Jacob Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is cinnamon french toast slices and turkey links. Monday’s breakfast is a cereal breakfast kit Happy birthday today to HAILEY HUTCHENS! Our PBIS raffle winners for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety at school today are: Giovanni Ayala Dylan Collins Alex Sipe And Kenzie Webster. Come to the office to claim your treat ! The Lady Panthers fought, scrapped, and literally squeezed a victory out on the road for the final regular season game at Allegan Thursday night 37 - 36. Key stops on defense late in the game, big rebounds, and extra effort by all of our Lady Panthers helped the Lady Panthers ride home happy. Lauren Laws led the Lady Panthers with 11, Ellie Golden added 9, and Courtney VanLente chipped in 8. Abby Whorton and Riley Preston batted their BIGS all night long to help secure the road victory. The Lady Panthers play next Wednesday in Hartford for their first district game. Nice work Ladies, AWESOME!! Registration opens TODAY for the next academic year at LMC. If you are interested in dual enrollment next year, please see Mrs. Tyler. No students are permitted to be in the building after school unless you are with a coach or a teacher. If you are found in the building after school, you will be consequenced. If you are waiting for a ride, you must be waiting at the doors of the building. Students can register to vote next Friday, March 8th. You need your ID and you need to know the last 4 digits of your SS number. Registration for voting will take place during all 3 lunches. Anyone who submitted an Early Middle College application should have received an interview invitation to their personal email address last week. The deadline to respond to this invitation is Friday. If you cannot locate your invitation, 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!

YOUR SOPHOMORE FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month--MARISSA LOWELL! My family consists of my mom, dad, and two sisters. My older sister, Morgan, is a senior. My younger sister, Miranda, is an eighth grader in the middle school. I don't have a favorite teacher-they are all really great. I ran cross country last fall. During the winter, I played on the JV girls basketball team. In the spring, I plan to run track. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with family and being active outside. I am proud to be a WHS panther because of the amazing people here. After high school, I am not sure of all my plans, however, I would like to attend a college somewhere in Michigan.

YOUR JUNIOR FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month --LILLY SUMMERS! My family is my Mom, Dad, two sisters (Lyvia and Lucy), my two cats and three dogs. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Sibley because she is a very real person and will tell you how it is. Her class is always fun and she knows how to joke around, but still get things done. My favorite class is my Algebra 2 class because I like math and I get to spend the hour with interesting people. I am in choir and I work while I am not in school. In my free time I like to read, write, sleep, and hang out with friends and family. In my future I plan on becoming an author or doing something in the math field. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because the school is very welcoming and provides lots of opportunities for you.

YOUR FRESHMAN FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month--MAYCIE MEDLIN! My mom's side of the family includes my mom, stepdad, and my younger sisters-- Mattie and Mickinley. My dad's side includes my dad, step mom, her three kids and my brother, Rhett. My favorite teacher has been Mr. Grear because he's very chill and just the best at his job. My favorite class has been art because I love to be creative and bring my imagination to life. I'm not in any sports at the moment, but love to be active in the summer. In my free time I like to shop, cook, hunt, listen to music, and do stuff with friends and family. I'm proud to be a Watervliet Panther because there's lots of opportunities for my education. After high school I'm not too sure what I'm going to do but I want to travel and move somewhere warm.