Good Morning, Watervliet High School!
Today is Monday, February 2nd. My name is Grace Ripley and I’m your Monday morning announcement reader.
💡 Good Thing for Today
🎂 Birthdays
Happy birthday today to Tyler Woodson!
🍴 Lunch Menu
Today’s lunch is a pulled pork sandwich, sweet potato tots, pickle slices & peaches
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Interested in learning about the U.S. Service Academies (Army, Navy/Marine Corps, Air Force/Space Force, Coast Guard, or Merchant Marine)? An informational presentation will be held Tuesday, February 11 during 1st hour in Ms. Irmen’s room. Students curious about college options, leadership paths, or military careers are encouraged to attend.
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Attention JUNIORS:
There will be a meeting Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:40 a.m. and Wednesday, February 4th after school in the Media Center. Donuts will be provided February 3rd. We will be discussing Prom and Senior Year. We would love it if you could all come and help plan and share your input!
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Esports will be meeting tomorrow, February 3rd, from 3:30 to 4:30. You will decide what games to participate in, register in the league, and make up a practice schedule.
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Calling all Watervliet students! Do you have a talent or passion—poetry, art, performance, acting, or more? Show it off on March 14.
Practices are Wednesdays, 3:15–4:30 in Room 173. Want to contribute in a non-performing way (art, poetry, costumes, props, etc.)? Join work days Thursdays, 3:15–4:30, also in Room 173. Can’t make a practice or unsure how to share your talent? Contact Mrs. Steadman or Ms. Sargeant—they’re happy to help.
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This Wednesday is the next SAC meeting. All student representatives should attend at 7:30 AM in the media center.
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SMC Sociology students-your textbooks have arrived! Please see Mrs. Tyler in the guidance office to collect your textbook today.
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🌹 🐾 🍫 Class of 2028 will be selling carnations and Hershey bars during lunchtime tomorrow- Friday, February 3-6th. $3 for a single stem $2 for Hershey bar. Perfect gift for friends,a special Valentine, teacher or coach.
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This Thursday from 4–7 PM are Parent-Teacher Conferences, open to all families. Enter through the café side to receive an updated progress report and meet with teachers.
Also on Thursday, February 5, there will be a required Senior Parent Meeting at 6 PM in the high school media center. This meeting was rescheduled due to a snow day, and all seniors must attend with a parent or family member.
🐾 Panther Pride Pass Winners
Congratulations to - None today
Please pick up your prizes before 3rd hour today.
🏅 Sports Update
Boys' Varsity Basketball lost a tough, hard fought game to Allegan 39-35 on Winterfest night. Watervliet started off slow, as Allegan jumped out to a 26-13 halftime lead. Using a tremendous defensive effort, the Panthers roared back, outscoring Allegan by 9 in the second half but ultimately couldn't complete the comeback in the end. Watervliet's second half energy was sparked by the defense and rebounding of Ashton Coleman, DeAndre Rose, and Remington Burke. Leading the scoring for the Panthers were Jayden Brassard (9), Brayden Harasewicz (8), and Kyle Domingo-Sturgeon (7). Watervliet will take on South Haven next Tuesday (2/3) at 7:00 pm at home.
JV Lady Panthers Fall to Schoolcraft, 31–27
The Panthers hosted Schoolcraft on Saturday in a makeup game and led most of the way after a strong first half. Watervliet jumped out to a 12–6 lead after one quarter and carried a 20–12 advantage into halftime. Schoolcraft rallied in the second half, holding the Panthers to just two points in the third quarter and taking the lead late in the fourth. The Eagles sealed the win with free throws in the final seconds. The Panthers return to action Thursday at Bridgman.
Scoring: Braelyn Campbell 8; Ava Thomas & Gianna Berry 7 each; Rader 2; Alex Zuniga, Marley Alsup & Katelyn Brown 1 each.
There was plenty of action for the Varsity wrestlers this weekend, with Panthers participating in four different individual tournaments.
On Friday evening the girls went to St. Joe finishing 8th out of 24 teams. Ellie Norman earned three pins to take first and Brooklyn Woollett earned two pins and finished second.
The girls would be at it again on Saturday in Fennville,
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Pledge of Allegiance
At this time, please stand. The privilege of this day is made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms we enjoy. Please place your right hand over your heart and remove your hat if you are wearing one.
“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. 🐾