Watervliet High School

Dear Panther Family, We hope you're enjoying a fantastic summer! As we eagerly anticipate the return of our Panthers in the coming weeks, we're excited to streamline this year's enrollment process for you and your family. In previous years, returning students were required to complete a stack of paperwork during the initial days of school. This year, and moving forward, we have simplified this process by allowing you to complete all necessary forms directly from your phone or online device. These forms are essential for ensuring the safety and security of our students and staff, as well as maintaining the most accurate information for each student. Attached, you will find detailed instructions on how to access and complete these forms. Should you have any questions or need assistance navigating the website, please do not hesitate to contact your child's school. We look forward to a successful and smooth start to the school year! Best regards, Watervliet Public Schools Additional Resources: Forgot My Username or Password https://docs.google.com/.../1yAUZVLfLpKioHX8Lwc7V.../edit... How to Create a Parent Account in PowerSchool https://docs.google.com/.../1OgGEvKhvZOEJ25Hp455Y.../edit... In order for your child to receive his/her Chrome Book on the 2nd day of school, these enrollment forms must be completed. Please call our main office if you need assistance. Thank you.

Please take a moment to read this message from the family of Dwayne Tillman: Dwayne Tillman, a brave and joyous young man, was called home unexpectedly, and we are raising funds to honor his memory with a fitting memorial. Every devotion will make a significant difference so please consider contributing or sharing the link below. Thank you for your kindness and support. https://gofund.me/a234017d

CONGRATULATIONS to the WHS Marching Band for a successful week of band camp. It was amazing to see all of their hard work and time come together this afternoon in the unveiling of their show, Medusa! Catch a home football game this fall to see them live in action!

Check out all of your back to school information here: https://secure.smore.com/n/8wm9b

PANTHERS, ARE YOU READY??

Attention Seniors and Senior Families! Start planning for life after high school today! This is your opportunity to learn more about the State of Michigan’s largest financial aid program, the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which includes the new Community College Guarantee! This presentation will include basic program information, which includes program eligibility requirements, award amounts, pathway options, and important action items for students/parents. Don’t miss out on this important information as you plan financially for college! Sign up for a session at the link below. This information has also been emailed to your parent.https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/programs/michigan-achievement-scholarship/informational-session

Good Morning Panthers, Fall sports are right around the corner for students in grades 6-12. Please have your child registered via FinalForms before the first practice to avoid any delays. Click the link below for more information. Remember both the parent/guardian AND the student must complete their forms before a student is eligible for practice or competition.https://tinyurl.com/mz68s468 Email john.guillean@watervlietps.org or nscowcroft@watervlietps.org if you have any questions. GO PANTHERS!

Dear Panther Family, I am so sorry to have to share with you that one of our students, Dwayne Tillman passed away yesterday.  Dwayne was a terrific person. Everyone in the building knew and liked him.  There will be support offered to students, staff, and the community for anyone wanting to come in and talk. Counselors will be available at the high school on Monday and Tuesday of this week from 12-4 in the media center. Please enter through the front doors of the building.  Arrangements for services will be shared once that information is made available.  Anyone wanting to talk who cannot come into the building, can email Ms. Powers at cpowers@watervlietps.org and she will connect you with support.

Happy Friday Panthers, Fall sports are right around the corner for students in grades 6-12. Please have your child registered via FinalForms before the first practice to avoid any delays. Click the link below for more information. Remember both the parent/guardian AND the student must complete their forms before a student is eligible for practice or competition.https://tinyurl.com/mz68s468 Email john.guillean@watervlietps.org or nscowcroft@watervlietps.org if you have any questions. GO PANTHERS!

ATTENTION WATERVLIET HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN ROBOTICS!! Do you want to be involved in marketing? Design, building, coding, electric? Do you want to help a program grow and utilize your talents? Then the time is now to sign up for HS Robotics. Join a group that has taken on new heights. A team that has attended local competitions, state competitions, and world competitions. Be part of a fast moving program! We need students who can market and promote and utilize social media! We need students who can design using CAD software, code using Java, work with tools and power tools, and knows how to do wiring and electric components! Joining HS Robotics is a super rewarding experience and a great way to meet students from other parts of the area as well as the state! Sign up now!! If interested, send Mr. Kindt in the MS an email through the Watervliet email system to learn more OR Join!

CONGRATULATIONS WYATT EPPLE! WELL DESERVED!!

Can you support the Class of 2027?

PRESS RELEASE Contact Information Watervliet Public Schools Office of the Superintendent 269-463-0300 rseager@watervlietps.org Date Monday, June 17, 2024 Watervliet, MI, June 2024: Watervliet Public Schools is excited to announce Mr. John Guillean, as the next Athletic Director at Watervliet Public Schools. Mr. Guillean is the current AD at Lawrence Public Schools and was previously the AD at Fennville Public Schools. Mr. Guillean succeeds Ken Dietz in this role, who retired after 38 years in public education including 18 years as the Athletic Director at Watervliet Public Schools. Mr. Guillean brings extensive experience in both school-based and community-based recreation programs. He has extensive coaching experience at various levels and in multiple states. He holds a Master’s Degree in Athletic Administration from Ohio University, is a Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) through the NIAAA, and is completing his program to become a Certifed Master Athletics Administration (CMAA) in the Fall of 2024. Additionally, he became well-connected in the SAC while the AD at Fennville Schools. Sixteen (16) candidates applied for the position, including six current or experienced athletic directors. Mr. Guillean will begin his role on July 1st.

The Post-Season saw Watervliet dominate their opponents 56-7 throughout the Districts, Regionals and Finals on their way to claim it's first ever State Championship Title!! In the Semi-Final game against #1 Ranked Detroit Edison - Watervliet pounded out 7 runs on 7 hits and rode the arm of Wyatt Epple on the mound to get the 7-2 Win. The win moved the Panthers into the State Championship Game against another highly ranked Jackson Lumen Christi squad - Where they jumped ahead early and never looked back on their way to the 9-1 Final. Caleb Jewell got the complete game Win on the mound. This caps off a tremendous season where Watervliet ended 31-7 Overall and 10-0 in the SAC Lakeshore and claimed the schools first ever State Championship!! 2024 Watervliet Panthers Roster: Seniors - Wyatt Epple, Alex Hicks, Chase Tremblay, Sam Crago, Aidan Bethea, Caden Burdick, Kaiden Bierhalter, Colton Swisher and Ben Parritt. Juniors - Owen Epple, Logan Eberhard, Jacob Querfurth and Emmett Williams Sophomore - Caleb Jewell

As you know, the WHS Varsity Baseball team will play in the state finals tomorrow at 9 am in East Lansing. The team is leaving in vans from the high school today at 3 pm on the cafe/gym side of the building. All faculty, staff, parents, and community members are invited to come see them off before they head to MSU. They have worked hard, had an amazing season and would appreciate your well wishes, fist bumps and high fives before they take off. TOMORROW, regardless of a win or a loss, we are celebrating the tremendous success of their season in Panther Stadium upon their return. We anticipate this will be around 2-ish, but will email and post out on social media when we have a definite time of their return--maybe 15-30 minutes in advance of their arrival. Please join us in the stadium to congratulate them and welcome them home to Panther Nation! If you have questions or concerns about anything in this communication, you are welcome to reach out to Ms. Powers at cpowers@watervlietps.org. Thank you for your ongoing support of our Panthers! PANTHER PRIDE!!

As the Hall of Fame Chairmen for the MHSBCA, I’d like to inform you of the induction of Head Baseball Coach, Josh Tremblay, into our Hall of Fame. He will be inducted at the MHSBCA All-Star game on Tuesday, June 18th at Comerica Park. The ceremony will take place between the 4:00 & 7:00 All-Star games (approx 6:00/6:30 P.M.) This is an honor that few coaches have bestowed upon them. His name will be inscribed on a plaque at our Hall of Fame Display at beautiful Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers. Tickets will be on sale the day of the ceremony. If you have any questions, please contact me at: scott.thaler@acsk12.us. This is an honor that Coach Tremblay richly deserves. We hope to see you on June 18th.

Cross Country Group Runs start tomorrow, Monday June 10th High School Coach Weber will be at the school on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays at 8 a.m. Middle School Coach Corkins will be at the school on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8 a.m. High schoolers and middle schoolers are invited to attend on any day. Meet by the HS gym entrance. These are optional but keep in mind, the more running you get in this summer, the better you will become in the fall. Thank you, Aaron Weber Watervliet High School Athletics

CONGRATULATIONS JOE!

Check out our final Panther Parent Newsletter of the school year! Look for a mid summer newsletter update in July. https://secure.smore.com/n/m52vq

CONGRATULATIONS HAILEY !