Good Morning Watervliet High School!
Today is Thursday, April 23rd.
My name is Christopher Parkhurst, and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader.
💡 Good Thing for Today
🎂 Birthdays
Happy Birthday to Anahi Howell and Lillianna Kirby!
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🍴 Lunch Menu
Turkey & Ham Sub
Baked Cheetos
Sliced Tomatoes
Apples
📚 General Announcements
There is after-school homework help TODAY.
The next Senior Baccalaureate planning meeting is next Wednesday at 10:00 AM.
📚 Media Center Expectations Reminder
Your 2nd hour teacher will be reviewing expectations this week. Please remember:
Sit upright and remain seated until dismissed
Complete your work
Use a quiet, respectful voice (no profanity)
Use earbuds for audio
No food or drinks
Keep lights on and report concerns to an adult
Sports Update
Soccer
The Watervliet girls soccer team opened conference play with a hard-fought loss at Bridgman, battling well and creating chances but unable to finish. The defense stayed organized under pressure, but Bridgman capitalized on key opportunities. Watervliet returns home Thursday to host Black River.
Girls Track
The Lady Panthers split their conference meet with South Haven and Saugatuck, highlighted by strong individual performances. Miranda Lowell won the pole vault and both hurdle events, Mya Hood took first in both throws, and Braelyn Campbell won the long jump and 200. New PRs were set by Daijahnae Hatcher, Marissa Lowell, Angelica Daisy, Miranda Lowell, Makenzie Driver, Braelyn Campbell, Adelyn Campbell, Daniella Romero, and Alayna Cowgill.
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🌟 Virtue Club
Hey Virtue Club! Tomorrow’s the day!
Join us at 7:30 AM in the HS cafeteria to start your morning strong.
Feel free to bring a friend—everyone is welcome!
⏰ Important Friday Deadlines
Community service hours due to Mrs. Richcreek (graduation cord eligibility)
Outstanding Senior Boy & Girl applications due to Mrs. Richcreek
Prom guest forms due by 3:10 PM (no late submissions)
Prom Reminders:
Must attend school all day the day before prom
Formal attire required
Tickets sold before & after school only (see Mrs. Tyler)
🧠 Mental Health Matters Week
Friday: Trivia in the café during lunch—get all answers correct to win a prize!
🎓 Senior & Junior Information
Decision Day 2026: May 1st at 10:00 AM
Seniors: Families and siblings are invited
Wear a shirt representing your next step
Decision Day slides should be completed by the end of this week
Senior Memory Boards due by May 1st (turn into counseling office)
Thank you to Mrs. Hunt for the Senior Countdown!
📈 Grades & Attendance Reminder
Remember: 3 = B and 5 = A is still in effect.
With strong grades and attendance, you may qualify to start summer 1–3 days early. Stay on track!
📣 PBIS Meeting
Monday at 3:15 PM in the Media Center
All students and staff are invited—earn community service hours and help shape our school culture!
🏆 Panther Pride Winners
Congratulations to Braelyn Campbell & McKaylen Laws!
Please stop by the main office before 3rd hour to pick up your prize.
📅 Upcoming Events
April 23–28: Music Department Florida Trip
May 1: Decision Day
May 2: Prom
May 4: AP Biology Exam
🇺🇸 Pledge of Allegiance
Please stand. The privilege of this day has been made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for our freedoms. Please place your hand over your heart and remove any hats.
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.
🎉 That’s all for today!
🐾 Make it a great day, Panthers—the choice is yours!