CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FIRST JUNIOR STUDENT OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER 2026!-ELIZA BROOKS!!
I live with my mom, my grandma, my brother, and my little sister.
My favorite class so far this year would have to be my online class. I like that class because when I’m doing my work, it’s always quiet, and I can work on other work from a class.
If I had to pick a favorite teacher, it would be Mr. Dimino. Mr. Dimino always finds a way to make us laugh, even when he’s not trying to.
In the spring, I love to play high school softball. In my free time, I like to play even more softball.
After high school, I want to go to college and start my esthetician class.
I’m proud to be a Watervliet Panther for all of the chances I get in high school. ❤️🤍🐾
I live with my mom, my grandma, my brother, and my little sister.
My favorite class so far this year would have to be my online class. I like that class because when I’m doing my work, it’s always quiet, and I can work on other work from a class.
If I had to pick a favorite teacher, it would be Mr. Dimino. Mr. Dimino always finds a way to make us laugh, even when he’s not trying to.
In the spring, I love to play high school softball. In my free time, I like to play even more softball.
After high school, I want to go to college and start my esthetician class.
I’m proud to be a Watervliet Panther for all of the chances I get in high school. ❤️🤍🐾
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FIRST JUNIOR STUDENT OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER 2026!--KADEN CONKLIN!!
I live with my mom and my stepfather, Jason, one week and my dad the other week.
My favorite class I am taking this year is U.S. History in Depth because of the chance to explore the intricate details of history that I am interested in.
My favorite teachers this year are a close tie among Mr. Andrews, Mr. Linderman, and Mrs. Boswell.
I participate in the Debate Team, Student Council, and the County Student Advisory.
In my free time, I enjoy playing video games with my friends.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the friendly environment that our school radiates and our willingness to discuss things openly and freely. ❤️🤍🐾
I live with my mom and my stepfather, Jason, one week and my dad the other week.
My favorite class I am taking this year is U.S. History in Depth because of the chance to explore the intricate details of history that I am interested in.
My favorite teachers this year are a close tie among Mr. Andrews, Mr. Linderman, and Mrs. Boswell.
I participate in the Debate Team, Student Council, and the County Student Advisory.
In my free time, I enjoy playing video games with my friends.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the friendly environment that our school radiates and our willingness to discuss things openly and freely. ❤️🤍🐾
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FIRST SOPHOMORE STUDENT OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER 2026!--ZULEMA ALVARADO!!
I live with both of my parents and my three brothers. I like having a big family because there’s always someone around, and we get to make a lot of memories together.
My favorite class has been Band because I enjoy playing music, learning new things, and getting to play with my friends.
My favorite teacher is probably my band teacher, Mrs. Hollandsworth, because she always makes class fun, helps me improve, and encourages me to try new things.
I participate in Band, Jazz Band, and soccer.
In my free time, I love listening to music, playing all my instruments, hanging out with my friends, spending time with my dog, and relaxing.
After high school, I’m interested in going to college and pursuing a career as an ultrasound technician.
I’m proud to be a WHS Panther because I get to be part of a school community where I can make amazing, fun memories with my classmates, be involved in activities I enjoy, and grow as a person. ❤️🤍🐾
I live with both of my parents and my three brothers. I like having a big family because there’s always someone around, and we get to make a lot of memories together.
My favorite class has been Band because I enjoy playing music, learning new things, and getting to play with my friends.
My favorite teacher is probably my band teacher, Mrs. Hollandsworth, because she always makes class fun, helps me improve, and encourages me to try new things.
I participate in Band, Jazz Band, and soccer.
In my free time, I love listening to music, playing all my instruments, hanging out with my friends, spending time with my dog, and relaxing.
After high school, I’m interested in going to college and pursuing a career as an ultrasound technician.
I’m proud to be a WHS Panther because I get to be part of a school community where I can make amazing, fun memories with my classmates, be involved in activities I enjoy, and grow as a person. ❤️🤍🐾
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FIRST SOPHOMORE STUDENT OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER 2026!--ELLA ORLANDO!!
I live with my mom, my dad, and my sister.
My favorite class has been Peer Leadership with Mrs. Simmons. I like helping people and being a leader.
My favorite teacher is Mrs. Simmons. I have had her for two years in a row, and I am now a peer mentor for her 5th-hour class. She is really nice to me, and I always feel supported by her whenever I need help with anything.
I participate in club volleyball and play for Southwest Volleyball.
In my free time, I am usually hanging out with my friends or working. I also love going to the beach and listening to music.
After high school, I haven’t completely decided what I want to do yet. I would like to attend college at the University of Michigan or somewhere in Chicago.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because we show pride and kindness. ❤️🤍🐾
I live with my mom, my dad, and my sister.
My favorite class has been Peer Leadership with Mrs. Simmons. I like helping people and being a leader.
My favorite teacher is Mrs. Simmons. I have had her for two years in a row, and I am now a peer mentor for her 5th-hour class. She is really nice to me, and I always feel supported by her whenever I need help with anything.
I participate in club volleyball and play for Southwest Volleyball.
In my free time, I am usually hanging out with my friends or working. I also love going to the beach and listening to music.
After high school, I haven’t completely decided what I want to do yet. I would like to attend college at the University of Michigan or somewhere in Chicago.
I am proud to be a WHS Panther because we show pride and kindness. ❤️🤍🐾
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FIRST FRESHMAN STUDENT OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER 2026--CANDACE ZYLA!
Hello, I’m Candace Zyla. I’m a freshman, and I am very grateful for the honor of being Student of the Month. I live with my mom, dad, and brother, and I also have two dogs. My two favorite classes are Spanish and ELA. I have two favorite teachers: Mrs. Lefor and Mrs. Riedinger. I love these teachers because they have the most connection with me, and they just understand me better than the rest of the teachers. I play basketball and softball, and I’m in the Leadership Committee. I like to walk downtown and hang out with my cousins and friends.
After high school, I plan to go to college to become a welder, and then I want to become a teacher for grades 6 and up. I am very proud to be a Watervliet High School Panther because I believe this school has strong school spirit.
Hello, I’m Candace Zyla. I’m a freshman, and I am very grateful for the honor of being Student of the Month. I live with my mom, dad, and brother, and I also have two dogs. My two favorite classes are Spanish and ELA. I have two favorite teachers: Mrs. Lefor and Mrs. Riedinger. I love these teachers because they have the most connection with me, and they just understand me better than the rest of the teachers. I play basketball and softball, and I’m in the Leadership Committee. I like to walk downtown and hang out with my cousins and friends.
After high school, I plan to go to college to become a welder, and then I want to become a teacher for grades 6 and up. I am very proud to be a Watervliet High School Panther because I believe this school has strong school spirit.
CONGRATULATION TO OUR FIRST FRESHMAN STUDENT OF THE MONTH for SEPTEMBER 2026!
I live with my parents, Mark and Tiffany, and my two brothers, Isaiah and Micah. My favorite class has been band because it's fun playing my trumpet. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Hollandsworth because she is nice, kind, and understanding. The clubs and sports I participate in are marching band and soccer. I like to shoot guns at the shooting range, play sports, and hang out with friends and family. I plan on going to the Marine Corps after high school. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the sports and classes that are offered at WHS.
I live with my parents, Mark and Tiffany, and my two brothers, Isaiah and Micah. My favorite class has been band because it's fun playing my trumpet. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Hollandsworth because she is nice, kind, and understanding. The clubs and sports I participate in are marching band and soccer. I like to shoot guns at the shooting range, play sports, and hang out with friends and family. I plan on going to the Marine Corps after high school. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the sports and classes that are offered at WHS.
This week, students in Mr. Dennison's Woodworking classes (and a few guests from our JMG class!) had the opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. They helped build sheds for Project T, a new housing development in Benton Harbor on the site of the old Mercy Hospital. Students helped unload pre-build walls, set and squared them on concrete pads, and added sheathing to get the sheds ready for roofing and siding.
Monday we kick off college application month at WHS!
Thursday's Announcements
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to Cadia Raines!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Baked rotini pasta, cheesy breadstick, fresh salad greens, baby carrots, fresh grape clusters.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Blueberry waffle minis, Colby Jack cheese stick, clementine
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week if they have not done so already.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are: Lily Collins, Daniela Pimentel, and Amayah Payton. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
Need a reason to wake up early Friday? Virtue Club is at 7:30 AM in the high school gym! Come check it out everyone’s welcome! Have any questions? Reach out to Brianna Shriver.
There is after school homework help with Mr. Dimino today until 4:15 and he is a math teacher if you need help in math.
It is time for our first dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible.
THIS WEEK we continue to celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS!
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.
Attention all juniors and seniors–this coming Monday is the kick off for college application month–you will hear a college admission presentation in your English class on Monday. If you do not have English 12 in the building, you are welcome to attend any English class with Mrs. Bruce in periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, or 7 to get this very important information.
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to Cadia Raines!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Baked rotini pasta, cheesy breadstick, fresh salad greens, baby carrots, fresh grape clusters.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Blueberry waffle minis, Colby Jack cheese stick, clementine
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week if they have not done so already.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are: Lily Collins, Daniela Pimentel, and Amayah Payton. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
Need a reason to wake up early Friday? Virtue Club is at 7:30 AM in the high school gym! Come check it out everyone’s welcome! Have any questions? Reach out to Brianna Shriver.
There is after school homework help with Mr. Dimino today until 4:15 and he is a math teacher if you need help in math.
It is time for our first dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible.
THIS WEEK we continue to celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS!
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.
Attention all juniors and seniors–this coming Monday is the kick off for college application month–you will hear a college admission presentation in your English class on Monday. If you do not have English 12 in the building, you are welcome to attend any English class with Mrs. Bruce in periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, or 7 to get this very important information.
Wednesday's Announcements
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy belated birthday to Noah Hutchins!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Grilled chicken bacon club, baked BBQ potato chips, sliced tomato, fresh cut melon.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Cheese omelet, bacon, and banana.
Varsity Volleyball falls to South Haven Watervliet faced South Haven on the road in a SAC conference match. The Panthers fought hard, putting up big blocks and battling in long rallies, but were unable to capitalize on early leads. South Haven fought back in each set to win the match, 20-25, 15-25, and 16-25. The team heads to Hackett for a SAC crossover match on Thursday.
🏐 JV Maroon Volleyball The Panthers battled South Haven in a close three-set match, falling 1–2 (25–23, 20–25, 12–15). Brooklyn Woolett provided strong leadership in the back row, while Alivia Raymond did a great job running the offense and keeping the team organized. A tough loss, but a gritty effort by the Panthers! They’re back in action Thursday at Hackett. ❤️🤍🐾
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are: David Kerr, Conner Cattes, and Neco Washington. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
There is after school homework help with Dr. Mosher and Mrs. O’Toole today.
It is time for our first dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible.
TODAY is the first Dungeons & Dragons club meeting in Mr. Dimino’s room after school. Any and all dungeon crawlers are welcome to attend. We will meet from 3:15 until 4:15.
THIS WEEK we continue to celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS!
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.
TOMORROW all freshmen will have vision screening at school. We will call you down in ABC order when it is your turn.
Attention all juniors and seniors–this coming Monday is the kick off for college application month–you will hear a college admission presentation in your English class on monday. If you do not have English 12 in the building, you are welcome to attend any english class with Mrs. Bruce in periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, or 7 to get this very important information.
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy belated birthday to Noah Hutchins!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Grilled chicken bacon club, baked BBQ potato chips, sliced tomato, fresh cut melon.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Cheese omelet, bacon, and banana.
Varsity Volleyball falls to South Haven Watervliet faced South Haven on the road in a SAC conference match. The Panthers fought hard, putting up big blocks and battling in long rallies, but were unable to capitalize on early leads. South Haven fought back in each set to win the match, 20-25, 15-25, and 16-25. The team heads to Hackett for a SAC crossover match on Thursday.
🏐 JV Maroon Volleyball The Panthers battled South Haven in a close three-set match, falling 1–2 (25–23, 20–25, 12–15). Brooklyn Woolett provided strong leadership in the back row, while Alivia Raymond did a great job running the offense and keeping the team organized. A tough loss, but a gritty effort by the Panthers! They’re back in action Thursday at Hackett. ❤️🤍🐾
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are: David Kerr, Conner Cattes, and Neco Washington. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
There is after school homework help with Dr. Mosher and Mrs. O’Toole today.
It is time for our first dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible.
TODAY is the first Dungeons & Dragons club meeting in Mr. Dimino’s room after school. Any and all dungeon crawlers are welcome to attend. We will meet from 3:15 until 4:15.
THIS WEEK we continue to celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS!
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.
TOMORROW all freshmen will have vision screening at school. We will call you down in ABC order when it is your turn.
Attention all juniors and seniors–this coming Monday is the kick off for college application month–you will hear a college admission presentation in your English class on monday. If you do not have English 12 in the building, you are welcome to attend any english class with Mrs. Bruce in periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, or 7 to get this very important information.
Tuesday's Announcements
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Pulled pork sandwich, sugar snap peas, pickle slices, grape tomatoes, fresh pear.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
WG French toast sticks, hard boiled egg, blueberries
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are:Ryli Allen, Ryan Nichols, and Jonah Robart. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
There is after school homework help with Mrs. Simmons today.
It is time for our first dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible.
WEDNESDAY (tomorrow) is the first Dungeons & Dragons club meeting in Mr. Dimino’s room after school. Any and all dungeon crawlers are welcome to attend. We will meet from 3:15 until 4:15.
THIS WEEK we continue to celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS!
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage: Wear clothing that represents your own culture or heritage.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.🇺🇸
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Pulled pork sandwich, sugar snap peas, pickle slices, grape tomatoes, fresh pear.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
WG French toast sticks, hard boiled egg, blueberries
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are:Ryli Allen, Ryan Nichols, and Jonah Robart. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
There is after school homework help with Mrs. Simmons today.
It is time for our first dual enrollment grade check. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible.
WEDNESDAY (tomorrow) is the first Dungeons & Dragons club meeting in Mr. Dimino’s room after school. Any and all dungeon crawlers are welcome to attend. We will meet from 3:15 until 4:15.
THIS WEEK we continue to celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS!
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage: Wear clothing that represents your own culture or heritage.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.🇺🇸
❤️🤍🐾 THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING HOMECOMING WEEK! 🐾🤍❤️
As we wrap up Homecoming, I want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to all of the parents, class advisers, businesses, and community members who helped make last week such a great experience for our students!
There are countless hours of planning, float building, decorating, organizing, donating, transporting supplies, and working behind the scenes that most people never see. So many people gave their time, talents, resources, and support to help our students bring their ideas to life.
And it showed! ❤️
This year’s Homecoming was filled with incredible student participation, class pride, school spirit, and FUN! From the dress-up days and hallway decorations to the floats, windows, competitions, game, and dance, our students had an entire week of opportunities to connect with one another and make memories.
These experiences don’t happen without a community willing to show up for kids. Whether you spent hours helping build a float, donated materials or supplies, helped decorate, supported a class financially, or simply stepped in wherever you were needed—you helped make Homecoming special for our Panthers.
Some of you helped quietly behind the scenes, and I may not even know your names. Please know that your contribution mattered, and we are incredibly grateful.
Thank you for investing in our students and helping give them a Homecoming Week they will remember! This is what Panther Pride and community look like. ❤️🤍🐾
— Ms. Powers
WHS Principal
As we wrap up Homecoming, I want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to all of the parents, class advisers, businesses, and community members who helped make last week such a great experience for our students!
There are countless hours of planning, float building, decorating, organizing, donating, transporting supplies, and working behind the scenes that most people never see. So many people gave their time, talents, resources, and support to help our students bring their ideas to life.
And it showed! ❤️
This year’s Homecoming was filled with incredible student participation, class pride, school spirit, and FUN! From the dress-up days and hallway decorations to the floats, windows, competitions, game, and dance, our students had an entire week of opportunities to connect with one another and make memories.
These experiences don’t happen without a community willing to show up for kids. Whether you spent hours helping build a float, donated materials or supplies, helped decorate, supported a class financially, or simply stepped in wherever you were needed—you helped make Homecoming special for our Panthers.
Some of you helped quietly behind the scenes, and I may not even know your names. Please know that your contribution mattered, and we are incredibly grateful.
Thank you for investing in our students and helping give them a Homecoming Week they will remember! This is what Panther Pride and community look like. ❤️🤍🐾
— Ms. Powers
WHS Principal
Congratulations to our September 2026 Student of the Month Nominees--Winners at each grade level will be announced Tuesday morning !
FRESHMEN
Conner Cattes
Lyle Clark
Lyla Current
Bradyn Fuller
Jayden Kiernan-Norton
Parker Logsdon
Ava Nickell
Elijah Wendt
Candace Zyla
SOPHOMORES
Zulema Alvarado
Emma Ausra
Jolie Bertuca
Dallas Clark
Alayna Cowgill
Carter Davis
Ayvah Domingo
Korvin Kirby
Josh Koch
Marqus Liberto-Taylor
Ella Orlando
Raeghan Prestidge
Harrison Sprague
JUNIORS
Nicholas Brewer
Eliza Brooks
Erica Burgos
Kaden Conklin
Anahi Howell
Miranda Lowell
Dakoda Morrison
Karina Short
Bryce Strong
Luis Villegas
SENIORS
Hailey Adams
Isaiah Donovan
Makena Guzman
Ava Hobson
Lucy Logsdon
Olivia Mitchell
Jazmine Moses
Joelle Petznick
Mackenzie Webster
FRESHMEN
Conner Cattes
Lyle Clark
Lyla Current
Bradyn Fuller
Jayden Kiernan-Norton
Parker Logsdon
Ava Nickell
Elijah Wendt
Candace Zyla
SOPHOMORES
Zulema Alvarado
Emma Ausra
Jolie Bertuca
Dallas Clark
Alayna Cowgill
Carter Davis
Ayvah Domingo
Korvin Kirby
Josh Koch
Marqus Liberto-Taylor
Ella Orlando
Raeghan Prestidge
Harrison Sprague
JUNIORS
Nicholas Brewer
Eliza Brooks
Erica Burgos
Kaden Conklin
Anahi Howell
Miranda Lowell
Dakoda Morrison
Karina Short
Bryce Strong
Luis Villegas
SENIORS
Hailey Adams
Isaiah Donovan
Makena Guzman
Ava Hobson
Lucy Logsdon
Olivia Mitchell
Jazmine Moses
Joelle Petznick
Mackenzie Webster
Monday's Announcements
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy birthday to Elizabeth Ledesma and Mrs. Mary Stapleton!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Ham & cheese pocket, pasta salad w/fresh vegetables, cucumber slices, fresh orange wedges.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Turkey ham, egg & cheese croissant, cottage cheese, malibu fresh fruit salad
🏐 Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Saugatuck!
The Panthers swept Saugatuck 25-22, 25-18, 25-15! After trailing 12-5 in the first set, Watervliet battled back and never looked back. Alexis Eberhard led with 5 aces, Braelyn Campbell had 6 kills, and Aubrey Pratt recorded 16 assists. The Panthers travel to South Haven on Tuesday! ❤️🤍🐾
🏐 JV Maroon Battles for the Win!
JV Maroon earned a 2-1 victory over Saugatuck! The Panthers showed great teamwork, hustle, and determination throughout a hard-fought match, finishing strong to secure the win! ❤️🤍🐾
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are:Mason Kinzler, Josh Koch, and Lyla Current. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
TODAY we have an after school PBIS meeting that is open to all students and staff from 3:15-4:15–any student who joins us in the media center to give input will receive 1 hour of community service email Ms. Powers with questions.
🎉 Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! 🎉
THIS WEEK we will celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! Throughout the week, students will have opportunities to participate in special events and activities celebrating Hispanic culture and heritage. We’ll also have a dress-up theme each day, and we will take a group photo of all participating students and staff! 📸
🇲🇽 Monday – Mexican Flag Colors: Wear red, white, or green.
⚽ Tuesday – Jersey Day: Wear your favorite sports jersey.
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage: Wear clothing that represents your own culture or heritage.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.🇺🇸
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy birthday to Elizabeth Ledesma and Mrs. Mary Stapleton!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Ham & cheese pocket, pasta salad w/fresh vegetables, cucumber slices, fresh orange wedges.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Turkey ham, egg & cheese croissant, cottage cheese, malibu fresh fruit salad
🏐 Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Saugatuck!
The Panthers swept Saugatuck 25-22, 25-18, 25-15! After trailing 12-5 in the first set, Watervliet battled back and never looked back. Alexis Eberhard led with 5 aces, Braelyn Campbell had 6 kills, and Aubrey Pratt recorded 16 assists. The Panthers travel to South Haven on Tuesday! ❤️🤍🐾
🏐 JV Maroon Battles for the Win!
JV Maroon earned a 2-1 victory over Saugatuck! The Panthers showed great teamwork, hustle, and determination throughout a hard-fought match, finishing strong to secure the win! ❤️🤍🐾
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing bathroom expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are:Mason Kinzler, Josh Koch, and Lyla Current. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
TODAY we have an after school PBIS meeting that is open to all students and staff from 3:15-4:15–any student who joins us in the media center to give input will receive 1 hour of community service email Ms. Powers with questions.
🎉 Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! 🎉
THIS WEEK we will celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! Throughout the week, students will have opportunities to participate in special events and activities celebrating Hispanic culture and heritage. We’ll also have a dress-up theme each day, and we will take a group photo of all participating students and staff! 📸
🇲🇽 Monday – Mexican Flag Colors: Wear red, white, or green.
⚽ Tuesday – Jersey Day: Wear your favorite sports jersey.
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage: Wear clothing that represents your own culture or heritage.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.🇺🇸
HISPANIC HERITAGE WEEK
The activities for the week were created and planned by WHS students, and we hope everyone will join in! ❤️🐾
🇲🇽 Monday – Mexican Flag Colors Day
Wear RED, WHITE, or GREEN! ❤️🤍💚
We’ll take a group photo with everyone participating arranged in the shape of the Mexican flag. We’ll also have Latin music playing during passing time to kick off the week! 🎶
🏀 Tuesday – Jersey Day
Wear your favorite sports jersey—any sport, any team! ⚽🏈🏀⚾
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage Day
Celebrate YOU! No matter your culture, heritage, or background, wear clothing or traditional attire that represents who you are and where you come from.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day
Break out the cowboy boots, hats, jeans, and western gear!
🌸 Friday – Flower Day
Finish the week with flowers! Wear floral clothing, flowers in your hair, or anything else featuring flowers. 🌺🌼🌸
Throughout the week, we’ll have other opportunities to learn about and celebrate Hispanic culture and traditions around WHS.
🎉 Friday – All-School Celebration!
We’ll wrap up Hispanic Heritage Week with a special all-school assembly beginning at 2:45 PM! ❤️🌎
Our students have planned a special celebration to bring everyone together and close out the week. It will be a great way to recognize and celebrate Hispanic culture, heritage, and traditions as one WHS family! 🐾🎉This week was created by your fellow students, so let’s show up, participate, and make it a great one! 🌎❤️🤍🐾
The activities for the week were created and planned by WHS students, and we hope everyone will join in! ❤️🐾
🇲🇽 Monday – Mexican Flag Colors Day
Wear RED, WHITE, or GREEN! ❤️🤍💚
We’ll take a group photo with everyone participating arranged in the shape of the Mexican flag. We’ll also have Latin music playing during passing time to kick off the week! 🎶
🏀 Tuesday – Jersey Day
Wear your favorite sports jersey—any sport, any team! ⚽🏈🏀⚾
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage Day
Celebrate YOU! No matter your culture, heritage, or background, wear clothing or traditional attire that represents who you are and where you come from.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day
Break out the cowboy boots, hats, jeans, and western gear!
🌸 Friday – Flower Day
Finish the week with flowers! Wear floral clothing, flowers in your hair, or anything else featuring flowers. 🌺🌼🌸
Throughout the week, we’ll have other opportunities to learn about and celebrate Hispanic culture and traditions around WHS.
🎉 Friday – All-School Celebration!
We’ll wrap up Hispanic Heritage Week with a special all-school assembly beginning at 2:45 PM! ❤️🌎
Our students have planned a special celebration to bring everyone together and close out the week. It will be a great way to recognize and celebrate Hispanic culture, heritage, and traditions as one WHS family! 🐾🎉This week was created by your fellow students, so let’s show up, participate, and make it a great one! 🌎❤️🤍🐾
ROAR REPORT--HOMECOMING EDITION!
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❤️🤍 Freshmen Win Maroon & White Day! 🐾
The Class of 2030 takes the win for today’s Extreme Maroon & White Day! 🎉 Check out today’s points and see how your class finished!
But we’re not done yet! We still have points to add for painted windows, floats, hallway decorations, and more! 🏆
We can’t wait to see which class comes out on top as our 2026 Homecoming Overall Champion, announced at tonight’s game! ❤️🤍🐾
2030: 72 points
2029: 50 points
2028: 33 points
2027: 28 points
The Class of 2030 takes the win for today’s Extreme Maroon & White Day! 🎉 Check out today’s points and see how your class finished!
But we’re not done yet! We still have points to add for painted windows, floats, hallway decorations, and more! 🏆
We can’t wait to see which class comes out on top as our 2026 Homecoming Overall Champion, announced at tonight’s game! ❤️🤍🐾
2030: 72 points
2029: 50 points
2028: 33 points
2027: 28 points
👯 WHS Staff Doubled the Fun! 🎉
Our WHS staff went all in for Dynamic Duo Day, teaming up with some seriously creative combinations! From Disney favorites to classic pairs, our staff definitely brought the fun to Homecoming Week! ❤️🤍🐾
Congratulations to Mrs. Tyler, today’s staff raffle winner! 🏆🎉
One more dress-up day to go—tomorrow it’s time to go EXTREME MAROON & WHITE! ❤️🤍 Let’s finish Homecoming Week BIG, PANTHERS!!🐾
Our WHS staff went all in for Dynamic Duo Day, teaming up with some seriously creative combinations! From Disney favorites to classic pairs, our staff definitely brought the fun to Homecoming Week! ❤️🤍🐾
Congratulations to Mrs. Tyler, today’s staff raffle winner! 🏆🎉
One more dress-up day to go—tomorrow it’s time to go EXTREME MAROON & WHITE! ❤️🤍 Let’s finish Homecoming Week BIG, PANTHERS!!🐾
🏆 Sophomores Take Dress-Up Day #4!
The Class of 2029 takes another Homecoming win with today’s Dynamic Duo Day! ✨🏰 Our Panthers showed up with some seriously creative pairings and plenty of school spirit!
Check out all of today’s pictures below! 📸
Tomorrow, we finish Homecoming Week BIG with EXTREME MAROON & WHITE DAY! ❤️🤍🐾 We want to see everyone decked out from head to toe—let’s fill WHS with Panther Pride!
The Class of 2029 takes another Homecoming win with today’s Dynamic Duo Day! ✨🏰 Our Panthers showed up with some seriously creative pairings and plenty of school spirit!
Check out all of today’s pictures below! 📸
Tomorrow, we finish Homecoming Week BIG with EXTREME MAROON & WHITE DAY! ❤️🤍🐾 We want to see everyone decked out from head to toe—let’s fill WHS with Panther Pride!
Thursday's Announcements
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to Mrs. Menon-Perez!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Pepperoni & cheese pizza calzone, cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mixed salad greens, clementine.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Breakfast oven scrambler, mozzarella string cheese, fresh cut melon.
⚽ Panthers Shut Out Coloma!. Watervliet boys soccer earned a 4–0 shutout victory over rival Coloma! The Panthers stayed focused through a physical matchup and continued to create scoring opportunities. JT Isbrecht scored twice, with Tony Perez and Sam Casiano each adding a goal. Next up, the Panthers face Covert Saturday at 1:30 PM in the Bangor Invitational! ❤️🤍🐾
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing locker expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are:Kennedy Janofsky, Jared Burgos, and Alyssa Koch. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
Today’s after school homework help is with Mr. Dimino. Anyone can see him for help or sit in his room and work independently.
Need a reason to wake up early Friday? Virtue Club is at 7:30 AM in the high school gym! Come check it out everyone’s welcome! Have any questions? Reach out to Brianna Shriver.
Homecoming Dress-Up Day tomorrow:
Extreme Maroon & White
All students have been emailed the schedule for this Friday–There is no tech transportation. Check your emails to see the details.
Only the parents of royalty, royalty candidates and students council assembly leaders can attend the assembly. Parents should check in through the main office.
💃 Homecoming Dance Guidelines 🕺
The Homecoming Dance is Saturday from 9:00–11:00 PM. Please keep the following expectations in mind:
Entrance: Enter through the Middle School main office doors.
The cost is $5 per person.
Once you leave the dance, you are not permitted back in.
Pick-Up: Have your ride ready to pick you up promptly at 11:00 PM.
Attendance Requirement: You must be in school for the entire day on Friday in order to attend the Homecoming football game and dance.
Dress Code: The dance is semi-formal. No jeans or shorts.
School Rules: All WHS school rules and expectations apply throughout the dance.
Guests: If you are bringing an approved guest, you are responsible for your guest’s behavior. Please make sure your guest understands our school and dance expectations before arriving.
Mr. Tremblay is hosting volleyball in the gym for activity day. Please sign up teams with Mr. Tremblay before Friday.
Sign up for pep assembly games during your lunch! If you are not here at lunch, see Mrs. Tyler if you want to play! Remember, student participation counts for your class Homecoming points!
This coming Monday we have an after school PBIS meeting that is open to all students and staff from 3:15-4:15–any student who joins us in the media center to give input will receive 1 hour of community service email Ms. Powers with questions.
🎉 Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! 🎉
Next week, we will celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! Throughout the week, students will have opportunities to participate in special events and activities celebrating Hispanic culture and heritage. We’ll also have a dress-up theme each day, and we will take a group photo of all participating students and staff! 📸
🇲🇽 Monday – Mexican Flag Colors: Wear red, white, or green.
⚽ Tuesday – Jersey Day: Wear your favorite sports jersey.
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage: Wear clothing that represents your own culture or heritage.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.
We can’t wait to celebrate together and recognize the cultures and traditions that make our WHS community special! ❤️🤍🐾🇺🇸 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to Mrs. Menon-Perez!
🍴 LUNCH MENU
Pepperoni & cheese pizza calzone, cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mixed salad greens, clementine.
Tomorrow’s BREAKFAST MENU IS:
Breakfast oven scrambler, mozzarella string cheese, fresh cut melon.
⚽ Panthers Shut Out Coloma!. Watervliet boys soccer earned a 4–0 shutout victory over rival Coloma! The Panthers stayed focused through a physical matchup and continued to create scoring opportunities. JT Isbrecht scored twice, with Tony Perez and Sam Casiano each adding a goal. Next up, the Panthers face Covert Saturday at 1:30 PM in the Bangor Invitational! ❤️🤍🐾
Your 2nd hour teacher is reviewing locker expectations in the 2nd hour sometime this week.
Today’s Caught in the Act raffle winners for being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe are:Kennedy Janofsky, Jared Burgos, and Alyssa Koch. Please come to the office now to claim your prize! 🎉.
Today’s after school homework help is with Mr. Dimino. Anyone can see him for help or sit in his room and work independently.
Need a reason to wake up early Friday? Virtue Club is at 7:30 AM in the high school gym! Come check it out everyone’s welcome! Have any questions? Reach out to Brianna Shriver.
Homecoming Dress-Up Day tomorrow:
Extreme Maroon & White
All students have been emailed the schedule for this Friday–There is no tech transportation. Check your emails to see the details.
Only the parents of royalty, royalty candidates and students council assembly leaders can attend the assembly. Parents should check in through the main office.
💃 Homecoming Dance Guidelines 🕺
The Homecoming Dance is Saturday from 9:00–11:00 PM. Please keep the following expectations in mind:
Entrance: Enter through the Middle School main office doors.
The cost is $5 per person.
Once you leave the dance, you are not permitted back in.
Pick-Up: Have your ride ready to pick you up promptly at 11:00 PM.
Attendance Requirement: You must be in school for the entire day on Friday in order to attend the Homecoming football game and dance.
Dress Code: The dance is semi-formal. No jeans or shorts.
School Rules: All WHS school rules and expectations apply throughout the dance.
Guests: If you are bringing an approved guest, you are responsible for your guest’s behavior. Please make sure your guest understands our school and dance expectations before arriving.
Mr. Tremblay is hosting volleyball in the gym for activity day. Please sign up teams with Mr. Tremblay before Friday.
Sign up for pep assembly games during your lunch! If you are not here at lunch, see Mrs. Tyler if you want to play! Remember, student participation counts for your class Homecoming points!
This coming Monday we have an after school PBIS meeting that is open to all students and staff from 3:15-4:15–any student who joins us in the media center to give input will receive 1 hour of community service email Ms. Powers with questions.
🎉 Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! 🎉
Next week, we will celebrate our annual Hispanic Heritage Week at WHS! Throughout the week, students will have opportunities to participate in special events and activities celebrating Hispanic culture and heritage. We’ll also have a dress-up theme each day, and we will take a group photo of all participating students and staff! 📸
🇲🇽 Monday – Mexican Flag Colors: Wear red, white, or green.
⚽ Tuesday – Jersey Day: Wear your favorite sports jersey.
🌎 Wednesday – Celebrate Your Heritage: Wear clothing that represents your own culture or heritage.
🤠 Thursday – Western Day: Break out the boots, western hats, and western gear.
🌸 Friday – Flower Day: Wear flowers in your hair or on your clothing.
We can’t wait to celebrate together and recognize the cultures and traditions that make our WHS community special! ❤️🤍🐾🇺🇸 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE