Good Morning Watervliet High School. Today is Wednesday, April 29th. My name is Natalaya Desjardin and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader.
💡 Good Thing for Today
🎂 Birthdays
Happy birthday today to Felipe Garcia & Braiden Robards!
🍴 Lunch Menu
Chicken & Waffle
Sweet Peppers
Shredded Lettuce
Cheesy Broccoli
Banana
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📣 Announcements
There will be an NHS meeting at 7:30 AM this Thursday, April 30th for all new and current members.
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🏆 Sports & Activities Update
Softball
JV split the night, using early runs and strong pitching from Layla Klimkiewicz in Game 1. Aubrey Winnell led with two hits, while Aiyanna Forrester and Brooklyn Woollett added RBIs. The Panthers were aggressive on the bases with multiple steals.
In Game 2, the Panthers secured a 4-2 win over Coloma. Aiyanna Forrester’s RBI double sparked the offense, and Brooklyn Woollett earned the win in the circle with four strikeouts. Sophia Rader paced the hitters, while the team drew six walks and racked up 12 stolen bases. Next up: Buchanan.
Varsity girls fell 4-0 to South Haven, with late Rams hitting proving the difference. Sienna Bulat had two singles, Leila Liberto-Taylor added a double, and Emma Kirksey pitched well in the loss.
The Lady Panthers dropped the nightcap 14-0 to South Haven, as the Rams took control early. Madison Eberhard and Ava Thomas recorded the Panthers’ only hits. Watervliet moves to 9-6 overall and 4-2 in SAC Lakeshore play.
Baseball
Varsity swept South Haven in a battle of unbeaten SAC teams, winning 5-0 and 2-0. Caleb Jewell dominated Game 1 with 11 strikeouts and just one hit allowed, backed by eight team hits. In Game 2, Cayden Ryan and Ethan Westfall combined for a three-hit shutout with eight strikeouts. The Panthers improved to 11-5 overall and 6-0 in the SAC Lakeshore.
Cheer Information:
Attention anyone interested in Fall Varsity Cheer—Coach Heather will be holding a preseason meeting on Thursday, May 14th at 3:15 PM in the wrestling room to review summer plans and finalize the team list. Please make every effort to attend. If you are unable to be there, contact the athletic department to be added to the list.
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🎓 Senior & Junior Information
Decision Day 2026: THIS FRIDAY, May 1st at 10:00 AM
Seniors: Families and siblings are invited
All juniors will attend
Seniors: Wear a shirt representing your next step. If you need one, see Mrs. Tyler
Senior Memory Boards are due by May 1st (turn in to the counseling office)
Senior Awards Night: Next Wednesday, May 6th at 6:00 PM
All seniors and their families are encouraged to attend
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📸 There will be a yearbook photo for Student Council members on Thursday morning at 8:00 AM.
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🏆 Panther Pride Winners
Congratulations to our winners: Jayden Brassard, McKaylen Laws, Gianna Berry, Miranda Lowell, Nathan Williamson, Zaylea Pates
Please stop by the main office before 3rd hour to claim your prize.
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Your second hour teacher will be reviewing auditorium expectations in your 2nd hour class this week. Some of the most important reminders are; Follow all adult instructions, Remain seated until dismissed, Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself, Use appropriate voice levels (no profanity), abd Report any concerns to an adult
📅 Upcoming Events
May 1: Decision Day
May 2: Prom
May 4: AP Biology Exam
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⏰ Reminders
Detention will take place every day this week—please serve it if you owe one
After-school homework help is available Today–Thursday until 4:15 PM
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✨ Important Prom Reminders
All school rules apply at prom. Any student who violates school rules will be dismissed, will face school consequences on Monday, and will not be allowed to attend After Prom.
Please make good choices so everyone can enjoy a safe and memorable evening.
Bring your ticket with you. Prom runs from 8:00–11:00 PM, and once you leave, you will not be allowed to re-enter.
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We are offering a brief field trip to LMC for seniors who are planning to attend next year. If you think you need to visit again before classes start next year email Ms. Powers
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🇺🇸 Pledge of Allegiance
Please stand. This day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us honor and respect their efforts by standing, removing our hats, placing our hands on our hearts and reciting the pledge of allegiance. 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.