Early this school year, Watervliet High School held a student design competition to create artwork for one of the large wall murals located just inside the building. Students were invited to submit original design proposals, and after all entries were reviewed, the student body voted to select the winning design.
We are excited to share that senior Jaylee Havenaar was selected as the winner of the competition!
Throughout the school year, our art classes worked hard to bring Jaylee’s vision to life, carefully creating the mural that will soon become a permanent part of WHS. The final step remaining is the addition of a wooden frame, which is currently being completed by the woodworking class.
Congratulations to Jaylee on leaving behind a lasting reminder of her time at Watervliet High School! We would also like to thank all of the students who submitted designs and contributed to the project, along with Mrs. Hunt for her leadership and dedication in helping bring this mural to life. It has been a wonderful example of Panther creativity, collaboration, and pride! 🐾
We are excited to share that senior Jaylee Havenaar was selected as the winner of the competition!
Throughout the school year, our art classes worked hard to bring Jaylee’s vision to life, carefully creating the mural that will soon become a permanent part of WHS. The final step remaining is the addition of a wooden frame, which is currently being completed by the woodworking class.
Congratulations to Jaylee on leaving behind a lasting reminder of her time at Watervliet High School! We would also like to thank all of the students who submitted designs and contributed to the project, along with Mrs. Hunt for her leadership and dedication in helping bring this mural to life. It has been a wonderful example of Panther creativity, collaboration, and pride! 🐾
Our senior pranksters were at it again today! 🎓🐾
The Class of 2026 brought plenty of laughs, creativity, and school spirit to the building as they pulled off some fun and lighthearted pranks during their final week as Panthers. From decorating classrooms to surprising a few favorite staff members, our seniors made memories they will never forget.
Thank you to our students for keeping the fun positive, respectful, and full of Panther Pride! These moments are part of what makes senior year so special.
Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! 💙🐾
The Class of 2026 brought plenty of laughs, creativity, and school spirit to the building as they pulled off some fun and lighthearted pranks during their final week as Panthers. From decorating classrooms to surprising a few favorite staff members, our seniors made memories they will never forget.
Thank you to our students for keeping the fun positive, respectful, and full of Panther Pride! These moments are part of what makes senior year so special.
Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! 💙🐾
Let's do this, Seniors!
A huge thank you to the many staff members, community members, local partners, and recruiters who volunteered their time today to support our annual Junior Mock Interviews at Watervliet High School!
Our Panthers did an outstanding job! 🐾 Students dressed professionally, shared their resumes, and answered a wide variety of interview questions with confidence and professionalism. Experiences like this help prepare our students to be truly workforce ready.
We are so proud of the growth, effort, and maturity our juniors demonstrated today.
Workforce Ready. Future Focused.
Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! 💙🐾
Our Panthers did an outstanding job! 🐾 Students dressed professionally, shared their resumes, and answered a wide variety of interview questions with confidence and professionalism. Experiences like this help prepare our students to be truly workforce ready.
We are so proud of the growth, effort, and maturity our juniors demonstrated today.
Workforce Ready. Future Focused.
Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! 💙🐾
2 innings down and 3 to go! What class will win the best baseball lunch ever?
WAY TO GO, WHS CLASS OF 2026!
Spring has officially sprung, and with it comes another edition of the WHS Parent Newsletter filled with celebrations, senior events, and Panther Pride!
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The countdown is on !
🎓🐾 WHS PANTHERS attended the ALSAME Youth Conference at Western Michigan University Friday! 🐾🎓
Our students spent the day engaging in college readiness workshops, career exploration sessions, student and professional panels, financial aid presentations, and a large college fair featuring universities and organizations from across Michigan.
Students also had the opportunity to network with Latino professionals and college students while experiencing campus life at WMU. The conference focused on leadership, cultural identity, and helping students feel confident and prepared for their futures after high school.
We are proud of our Panthers for taking advantage of opportunities that help them explore their goals, expand their horizons, and prepare for success beyond WHS!
#PantherPride #CantStopWontStop #WHSPanthers #CollegeReady
As the sunshine rolls in, WHS is heating up with celebrations, accomplishments, and exciting end-of-year events! ☀️🐾
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We are getting close, Seniors!
CONGRATULATIONS TO YOUR FRESHMAN APRIL 2026 STUDENT OF THE MONTH --FROYLAN FLORES!
My favorite teacher is Mr. Adongo because he makes learning enjoyable and always takes the time to help students. His patience, kindness, and sense of humor make his classroom a positive place to be.
My favorite class is Social Studies because I enjoy learning about history, cultures, and how the world works today.
I am involved in Track and Field, which helps me stay active, build confidence, and push myself to improve every day.
In my free time, I enjoy playing video games and helping my dad with landscaping work during the summer. Landscaping has taught me responsibility and hard work.
After high school, I plan to either pursue a career in business or become a mechanic because I enjoy hands-on work and learning valuable skills for the future.
I am proud to be a Watervliet High School Panther because of the teamwork, support, and opportunities our school provides.
My favorite teacher is Mr. Adongo because he makes learning enjoyable and always takes the time to help students. His patience, kindness, and sense of humor make his classroom a positive place to be.
My favorite class is Social Studies because I enjoy learning about history, cultures, and how the world works today.
I am involved in Track and Field, which helps me stay active, build confidence, and push myself to improve every day.
In my free time, I enjoy playing video games and helping my dad with landscaping work during the summer. Landscaping has taught me responsibility and hard work.
After high school, I plan to either pursue a career in business or become a mechanic because I enjoy hands-on work and learning valuable skills for the future.
I am proud to be a Watervliet High School Panther because of the teamwork, support, and opportunities our school provides.
🐾 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the hardest working staff on Red Arrow Highway! 🐾
Every single day, the staff at Watervliet High School shows up for kids with passion, dedication, heart, and Panther Pride. From the classroom to the sidelines, from early mornings to late nights, this team goes above and beyond to support, challenge, encourage, and care for our students.
We are incredibly proud of the culture, relationships, opportunities, and energy that our staff brings to WHS each and every day. Their commitment to students and to one another is what makes this building special.
Thank you to our amazing WHS staff for all that you do for our students, families, and community.
🐾 Panther Pride!
🔥 Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! 🔥
Every single day, the staff at Watervliet High School shows up for kids with passion, dedication, heart, and Panther Pride. From the classroom to the sidelines, from early mornings to late nights, this team goes above and beyond to support, challenge, encourage, and care for our students.
We are incredibly proud of the culture, relationships, opportunities, and energy that our staff brings to WHS each and every day. Their commitment to students and to one another is what makes this building special.
Thank you to our amazing WHS staff for all that you do for our students, families, and community.
🐾 Panther Pride!
🔥 Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! 🔥
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Senior Student of the Month--Brianna Zwar! My favorite teacher has been Mr. Linderman for making history fun. He always made projects more enjoyable while still pushing us to learn and work hard.
My favorite class has been U.S. History in Depth because of all the new information I have learned and the interesting field trips. The food projects have given me more understanding of different time periods and cultures. He is a great teacher, and I have always enjoyed learning history.
I have done volleyball and track all four years. I did cross country this fall just for fun and really liked it! Sports have always helped me stay active and meet new people.
In my free time, I like to read or hang out with my friends. Getting food or shopping is always fun. I also go on walks with my mom sometimes.
My plans after high school are to go to CMU and study biomedicine to become a PA for family care. My goal in life is to help people in any way, which is what I plan to do. I also hope to move somewhere warmer and support my family.
I’m proud to be a Panther because of all the amazing people who support students every step of the way. Whenever I needed something, Ms. Tyler was always willing to help. All the teachers try their best to support kids and push them beyond their abilities.
My favorite class has been U.S. History in Depth because of all the new information I have learned and the interesting field trips. The food projects have given me more understanding of different time periods and cultures. He is a great teacher, and I have always enjoyed learning history.
I have done volleyball and track all four years. I did cross country this fall just for fun and really liked it! Sports have always helped me stay active and meet new people.
In my free time, I like to read or hang out with my friends. Getting food or shopping is always fun. I also go on walks with my mom sometimes.
My plans after high school are to go to CMU and study biomedicine to become a PA for family care. My goal in life is to help people in any way, which is what I plan to do. I also hope to move somewhere warmer and support my family.
I’m proud to be a Panther because of all the amazing people who support students every step of the way. Whenever I needed something, Ms. Tyler was always willing to help. All the teachers try their best to support kids and push them beyond their abilities.
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Senior Student of the Month--Alina Bell!
Linderman’s AP U.S. History class has been my favorite overall. I find the class engaging and a genuine challenge. Linderman has also taken first place as my favorite teacher. He makes class fun while still prioritizing the learning experience.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing video games, and taking care of my cats. After high school, I am going to finish my associate’s degree and then transfer to either Grand Valley or Ferris.
Linderman’s AP U.S. History class has been my favorite overall. I find the class engaging and a genuine challenge. Linderman has also taken first place as my favorite teacher. He makes class fun while still prioritizing the learning experience.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing video games, and taking care of my cats. After high school, I am going to finish my associate’s degree and then transfer to either Grand Valley or Ferris.
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Junior Student of the Month --Brianna Shriver! I don’t believe I could choose just one favorite teacher because there are so many that I have enjoyed, but if I had to narrow it down to two, I would choose Mrs. Simmons and Mrs. Lefor. They are two of my favorites because they are constantly supporting me in everything I do in and outside of school.
Some of my favorite staff members who aren’t teachers but whom I enjoy are Mrs. Terry and Mrs. Shannon. They have such high energy and are some of the nicest people you will ever meet.
My favorite class would be my FST class because it is such a small, interactive class, and Mr. Adongo is always making sure students are understanding and engaged.
I am involved in soccer, Virtue Club, NHS, and debate.
When I graduate high school, I plan on having an associate’s degree in psychology through dual enrollment. After high school, I plan to go to a community college for one year, then transfer to an out-of-state college to earn my master’s degree in psychology and become a child therapist.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the strong sense of community.
Some of my favorite staff members who aren’t teachers but whom I enjoy are Mrs. Terry and Mrs. Shannon. They have such high energy and are some of the nicest people you will ever meet.
My favorite class would be my FST class because it is such a small, interactive class, and Mr. Adongo is always making sure students are understanding and engaged.
I am involved in soccer, Virtue Club, NHS, and debate.
When I graduate high school, I plan on having an associate’s degree in psychology through dual enrollment. After high school, I plan to go to a community college for one year, then transfer to an out-of-state college to earn my master’s degree in psychology and become a child therapist.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the strong sense of community.
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Junior Student of the Month--Alejandro Jimenez! My favorite teacher is Mrs. Girton because she always helps with anything. My favorite class is my 7th hour because, thankfully, I finished a little early, so I can use that hour to help catch up with my other classes. I am not involved in any sport. I enjoy playing video games in my free time and hanging out with friends. I’m not entirely sure what I’ll do after high school, but I have an idea.
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Sophomore St7udent of the Month--Leah Melton!
I don’t have just one favorite teacher—I have a few. To name some, Mrs. Brush, Mrs. Hunt, Mrs. Riedinger, and Mr. Andrews. I really love the class environment, and I like how accommodating they are. They all really helped me this year.
My favorite classes have been Choir, English, Art, and History because I feel like I can relax a bit in their classes, and I enjoy each of them.
I am not currently involved in any sports or clubs, but I would like to join cheer, so I plan to attend the meeting in the weight room.
My plans after I graduate are to go to college or trade school.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because you get a lot of help from the staff, and I also have a little bit of fun here too.
I don’t have just one favorite teacher—I have a few. To name some, Mrs. Brush, Mrs. Hunt, Mrs. Riedinger, and Mr. Andrews. I really love the class environment, and I like how accommodating they are. They all really helped me this year.
My favorite classes have been Choir, English, Art, and History because I feel like I can relax a bit in their classes, and I enjoy each of them.
I am not currently involved in any sports or clubs, but I would like to join cheer, so I plan to attend the meeting in the weight room.
My plans after I graduate are to go to college or trade school.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because you get a lot of help from the staff, and I also have a little bit of fun here too.
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Sophomore Stdent of the Month --Mason Knight!
My favorite teacher is Mr. Dimino because he makes references to video games. My favorite class has been Creative Writing because having an excuse to be creative is nice. While the season was ongoing, I was part of the Esports team. In my free time, I mostly watch YouTube and play video games. My plans after high school are to either become a game programmer or a YouTuber. I’m proud to be a WHS Panther because of the friends I’ve made during my time here.
My favorite teacher is Mr. Dimino because he makes references to video games. My favorite class has been Creative Writing because having an excuse to be creative is nice. While the season was ongoing, I was part of the Esports team. In my free time, I mostly watch YouTube and play video games. My plans after high school are to either become a game programmer or a YouTuber. I’m proud to be a WHS Panther because of the friends I’ve made during my time here.
CONGRATULATIONS to your April 2026 Freshman Student of the Month--Paige Shafer.
My favorite teacher is Mrs. Hollandsworth. Her class is fun, and I love playing music. My favorite class this year is between Art 1 and Band because I love learning new art skills, but I also enjoy playing music and marching. I am involved in robotics in the spring and marching band in the late summer and fall. In my free time, I enjoy drawing and listening to music. I plan on going to college after high school, but I am currently undecided. I am proud to be a Panther because we work hard no matter the circumstances.
My favorite teacher is Mrs. Hollandsworth. Her class is fun, and I love playing music. My favorite class this year is between Art 1 and Band because I love learning new art skills, but I also enjoy playing music and marching. I am involved in robotics in the spring and marching band in the late summer and fall. In my free time, I enjoy drawing and listening to music. I plan on going to college after high school, but I am currently undecided. I am proud to be a Panther because we work hard no matter the circumstances.
