They’ve been working nonstop to get every Panther settled into the right classes, and now it’s time to close the books (and the schedules)!
Big shout-out to them for surviving the whirlwind start of the year with smiles, humor, and a whole lot of patience. 💜🐾
Congratulations to: Mr. Bill Tiefenbach
This week’s unstoppable Panther is none other than Bill Tiefenbach!
Mr. Tiefenbach is the tech superhero of WHS. He makes sure every student and staff member has the right device in hand to start the year strong. From organizing and distributing Chromebooks, to helping teachers with their laptops, to swooping in to troubleshoot every tech hiccup—Mr. Tiefenbach is always there to save the day.
He doesn’t just fix problems—he keeps our whole school moving forward. Without Mr. Tiefenbach’s dedication and patience, we’d be stuck in “loading…” mode all year long. 💻⚡
Thank you, Mr. Tiefenbach for going above and beyond and showing us what Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop looks like in action. You keep WHS connected, supported, and unstoppable!
Mr. Tiefenbach earned the CAN'T STOP, WON'T STOP fridge with the drink of his choice for the week!
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Good Morning, Watervliet Panthers!
Today is Friday September 5th.
My name is Moeko Crago, and I am your Thursday announcement reader.
My good thing for today is:
🎂 Happy Birthday: None
🍴 Lunch Today: Deep Dish Cheese Pizza, Cottage Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Sweet Peppers, Malibu Fresh Fruit Salad
Homecoming Dance Guest Pass Information
Guest passes for the Homecoming Dance are now available in the office. Please read the entire form carefully before letting it.
✅ Completed forms must be turned in to the office by Wednesday, September 17th at 3:00 PM.
No late forms will be accepted. If your application is turned in after 3:10 PM on Sept. 17th, your guest will not be approved to attend. NO exceptions.
Guests must be current high school or college students.
Guests cannot be over the age of 20.
✅ All guests must be approved through the application process.
If you arrive at the dance with a guest who does not have an approved pass, they will not be admitted.
WHS students must be in school all day on Friday, September 19th in order to attend the dance on Saturday Sept. 20th.
Voting for class representatives for Homecoming prince, princess, king, and queen will take place during lunch this week only! Make sure to vote this week!
If you are interested in Powderpuff Football or Powderpuff Volleyball for homecoming, pick up a permission slip in the Guidance office! They are due on Wednesday, September 10th.
Sports Results:
Boys Varsity Soccer falls to Hackett Catholic Central in thrilling game 1-2. The team will open up conference play at home this upcoming Monday against Black River.
Blood Drive –Tuesday, September 16, NHS is hosting a blood drive! Sign up using QR codes around the building. If you are 16, make sure to pick up a parent consent form in Mrs. O'Toole's room.
If you are interested in Powderpuff Football or Powderpuff Volleyball for homecoming, pick up a permission slip in the Guidance office! They are due on Wednesday, September 10th.
Panthers, get loud and get proud! TONIGHT at 7:00 PM, our Watervliet Panthers take on the Brandywine Bobcats under the lights! 🐾🆚🐾
Pack the stands, bring the energy, and wear MAROON and WHITE to turn the place into a Panther sea. ⚪️🟣
Bring your friends, bring the noise, and let’s make it a Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop kind of night! See you at kickoff—Go Panthers! 🐾🏈
Interact Club–Ms. Powers emailed all students about a high school interact club. This is a service organization. Check your email and respond if you are interested.
🐾Class of 2028 are selling PANTHER PRIDE SHIRTS. $15 each and they will be delivered to wear on homecoming Friday. The last day to order is September 9. The office has order forms.
🎓 College Fair at SMC
Wednesday, September 24th | 10 AM – 12 Noon
Juniors and Seniors, sign up in the counseling office if you’d like to attend. Colleges attending include: Central, Ferris, Grand Valley, Michigan State, Oakland, U of M, Wayne State, and Western Michigan.
🤖 Robotics Team Pantron-X #9758
Interested in joining the WHS Robotics Team for the 2025–2026 season? Scan the QR code on posters in the hallways or bathrooms to fill out the Google Form and get started.
College Application Month–Ms. Powers emailed all seniors the opportunity to plan this year’s activities. Respond to her if you are interested.
NO cell phones are permitted in any classes and no cell phones are permitted in the media center. If you are seen using a cell phone in the media center by an adult in the building, it will be taken.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
Today is Thursday September 4th.
My name is Chris Parkhurst, and I am your Thursday announcement reader.
🎂 Happy Birthday: None
🍴 Lunch Today: Crispitos, Tortilla Chips & Guacamole, Refried Bean Dip, Salsa Cup,
Blueberries
📣 Homecoming Updates
Homecoming Dance Guest Pass Information
Guest passes for the Homecoming Dance are now available in the office. Please read the entire form carefully before completing it.
✅ Completed forms must be turned in to the office by Wednesday, September 17th at 3:00 PM.
No late forms will be accepted. If your application is turned in after 3:10 PM on Sept. 17th, your guest will not be approved to attend. NO exceptions.
✅ Guest Eligibility:
Guests must be current high school students.
Guests cannot be over the age of 20.
✅ All guests must be approved through the application process.
If you arrive at the dance with a guest who does not have an approved pass, they will not be admitted.
✅ Attendance Requirement:
WHS students must be in school all day on Friday, September 19th in order to attend the dance on Saturday Sept. 20th.
Voting for class representatives for Homecoming prince, princess, king, and queen will take place during lunch this week only! Make sure to vote this week!
If you are interested in Powderpuff Football or Powderpuff Volleyball for homecoming, pick up a permission slip in the Guidance office! They are due on Wednesday, September 10th.
Blood Drive –Tuesday, September 16, NHS is hosting a blood drive! Sign up using QR codes around the building. If you are 16, make sure to pick up a parent consent form in Mrs. O'Toole's room
👩🎓 Freshman Class Meeting
This Thursday at 7:45 AM in the Media Center. Be on time—important Homecoming information will be shared!
Panthers, get loud and get proud! This Friday at 7:00 PM, our Watervliet Panthers take on the Brandywine Bobcats under the lights! 🐾🆚🐾
Pack the stands, bring the energy, and wear MAROON and WHITE to turn the place into a Panther sea. ⚪️🟣
Bring your friends, bring the noise, and let’s make it a Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop kind of night! See you at kickoff—Go Panthers! 🐾🏈
Interact Club–Ms. Powers emailed all students about a high school interact club. This is a service organization. Check your email and respond if you are interested.
🐾Class of 2028 are selling PANTHER PRIDE SHIRTS. $15 each and they will be delivered to wear on homecoming Friday. The last day to order is September 9. The office has order forms.
🐾Class of 2028 is going to have a homecoming meeting this Friday, September 5, in the media center at 7:45 am.
✨ Virtue Club
Meets Fridays at 7:30 AM in the cafeteria. Kick-off is September 5th—and yes, there will be donuts!
🎓 College Fair at SMC
Wednesday, September 24th | 10 AM – 12 Noon
Juniors and Seniors, sign up in the counseling office if you’d like to attend. Colleges attending include: Central, Ferris, Grand Valley, Michigan State, Oakland, U of M, Wayne State, and Western Michigan.
🤖 Robotics Team Pantron-X #9758
Interested in joining the WHS Robotics Team for the 2025–2026 season? Scan the QR code on posters in the hallways or bathrooms to fill out the Google Form and get started.
College Application Month–Ms. Powers emailed all seniors the opportunity to plan this year’s activities. Respond to her if you are interested.
NO cell phones are permitted in any classes and no cell phones are permitted in the media center. If you are seen using a cell phone in the media center by an adult in the building, it will be taken.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
Today is Wednesday, September 3rd.
My name is Natalaya Desjardin, and I am your Wednesday announcement reader.
🎂 Happy Birthday: Alina Bell
🍴 Lunch Today: Boneless Wings, Mashed Potato Pearls, Corn Nibblets,
Carrots & Celery, Strawberries
📣 Homecoming Updates
Class Representative Voting: Vote for your Homecoming Prince, Princess, King, and Queen during lunch this week only! Don’t miss your chance—get those votes in!
Class Theme Voting: Check your student email today to cast your ballot for Homecoming class themes. Voting closes at the end of the day!
Dance guest passes are now available in the main office. Please make sure to read the entire form and return to the office by 3:00 on Wednesday, 9/17th. No late forms will be accepted.
👩🎓 Freshman Class Meeting
This Thursday at 7:45 AM in the Media Center. Be on time—important Homecoming information will be shared!
📚 Schedule Changes
The counseling office is no longer accepting schedule changes.
✨ Virtue Club
Meets Fridays at 7:30 AM in the cafeteria. Kick-off is September 5th—and yes, there will be donuts!
🚗 Parking
Student drivers: You must have a parking tag. Tags will be checked this week. See Mrs. Richcreek if you need one.
⏰ Tardies
We are now documenting and tracking tardies. Remember: your 3rd tardy earns a detention. Be on time!
📝 Freshmen Assignment Notebooks
Starting this week, freshmen may be asked to show their assignment notebooks. If they’re filled out for all classes, you’ll earn a treat!
🎓 College Fair at SMC
Wednesday, September 24th | 10 AM – 12 Noon
Juniors and Seniors, sign up in the counseling office if you’d like to attend. Colleges attending include: Central, Ferris, Grand Valley, Michigan State, Oakland, U of M, Wayne State, and Western Michigan.
🤖 Robotics Team Pantron-X #9758
Interested in joining the WHS Robotics Team for the 2025–2026 season? Scan the QR code on posters in the hallways or bathrooms to fill out the Google Form and get started.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
Today is Tuesday, September 2nd.
My name is Giovanni Ayala and I am your Tuesday announcement reader.
🎂 Happy Birthday: Nathan Harasewicz
🍴 Lunch: Baked Rotini Pasta, WG Garlic Bread, Cooked Carrots, Broccoli Flower-
ets, Fresh Cut Melon
Homecoming info- Voting for class representatives for Homecoming prince, princess, king, and queen will take place during lunch this week only! Make sure to vote this week!
Freshman Class Meeting this Thursday at 7:45 AM in the Media Center. Be on time—important homecoming information will be covered.
Schedule Changes – No more schedule changes will be accepted in the counseling office.
Virtue Club – Meets Fridays at 7:30 AM in the cafeteria. Kick-off: Sept. 5 with donuts.
Chromebooks – Parents must update enrollment in PowerSchool and students must sign the Tech Use Agreement in 3rd hour before receiving a device. Ms. Powers will be calling home today for any student who has still not been able to get a device.
Parking – Student drivers need a tag. Tags will be checked THIS week. See Mrs. Richcreek if you don’t have one.
Tardies – Tracking begins TODAY. Get to class on time!
Failure Reports – First report runs TODAY. Missing work = failing grade + parent call. Stay on top of assignments.
Freshmen – Starting this week, you may be called to show your assignment notebook. If it’s filled out for all classes, you’ll earn a treat!
Dual Enrollment – Short meeting TODAY at 11:00 AM or 12:30 PM. All dual enrolled students are required to attend one of those meetings. You will be asked to sign in to show that you have attended.
Debate Team – There’s an organizational meeting Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 AM in Mrs. Simmons’ room. You must attend to participate in Debate Day.
College Fair at SMC on Sept 24th: 10 AM -12 Noon Juniors and Seniors who would like to attend, sign up in the counseling office Colleges participating in the college fair are: Central, Ferris, Grand Valley, Michigan State, Oakland, U of M, Wayne State, and Western Michigan.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
Good Morning Watervliet Panthers!
I’m Chris Parkhurst, your Thursday announcement reader.
Today is Thursday, August 28th.
🎂 Happy Birthday: There are no birthdays today.
🍴 Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza, Cottage Cheese, Sweet Peppers, Fresh Cut Melon
Schedule Changes – Forms must be signed by a parent/guardian and turned in TODAY. No late forms accepted.
Virtue Club – Meets Fridays at 7:30 AM in the cafeteria. Kick-off: Sept. 5 with donuts.
Chromebooks – Parents must update enrollment in PowerSchool and students must sign the Tech Use Agreement in 3rd hour before receiving a device.
Parking – Student drivers need a tag. Tags will be checked next week. See Mrs. Richcreek if you don’t have one.
Football – Varsity vs. Coloma, TONIGHT at 7:00 PM (116th rivalry). Hall of Fame induction: Ken Dietz & Mike Lynch. Fall and spring athletes get in FREE with a pass from the Athletic Office. Let’s pack the stands!
Sports Results: Yesterday, Boys Varsity Soccer beat Lawton 5 - 1!
No School – Friday & Monday (Labor Day weekend).
Tardies – Tracking begins Tuesday. Get to class on time!
Failure Reports – First report runs Tuesday. Missing work = failing grade + parent call. Stay on top of assignments.
Freshmen – Starting next week, you may be called to show your assignment notebook. If it’s filled out for all classes, you’ll earn a treat!
Dual Enrollment – Short meeting Tuesday at 11:00 AM or 12:30 PM. All dual enrolled students are required to attend.
Debate Team – There’s an organizational meeting Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 AM in Mrs. Simmons’ room. You must attend to participate in Debate Day.
College Fair at SMC on Sept 24th: 10 AM -12 Noon Juniors and Seniors who would like to attend, sign up in the counseling office Colleges participating in the college fair are: Central, Ferris, Grand Valley, Michigan State, Oakland, U of M, Wayne State, and Western Michigan.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
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Today is Wednesday August 27th.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO: Sienna Harris
Lunch today is Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Sliced Tomato, Pickle Slices,
Strawberries
There is a mandatory student council meeting TOMORROW, August 28th, at 7:15 am in the media center.
Schedule change forms must be signed by a parent or guardian and are due at the end of the school day on TOMORROWAugust 28. No forms will be accepted after that time.
This week, Thursday is our Friday! Let’s fill the halls with massive maroon and white as we get ready to take down Coloma! Wear your Watervliet gear to show your Panther Pride loud and proud.
Let’s make sure every student and staff member is part of a sea of maroon and white — because together, we can’t stop, won’t stop… Go Panthers!--BEAT COLOMA
Virtue Club Announcement
Are you looking for a place to grow in your faith and connect with fellow Christians? Come check out the Virtue Club! This is a student-led group where we encourage and support each other in our faith journey.
The Virtue Club meets every Friday at 7:30 AM in the high school cafeteria. Our kick-off meeting will be next Friday, September 5th, at 7:30 AM, and yes—donuts will be provided!
Everyone is invited, so come for fellowship, inspiration, and a great way to start your Friday morning. We’d love to see you there!
In order to receive your chrome book TODAY your parents must have updated enrollment in the parent powerschool portal and you must have signed the technology use agreement in your 3rd hour class. Your third hour teacher will be reviewing technology expectations in third hour today if they have not done so already.
If you are having problems with a locker, come to the guidance office.
A student driver must have a parking tag. Tags will be checked next week. If you do not have a parking tag for your car and it is parked in the student parking lot, come see Mrs. Richcreek.
Thursday, August 28th the Varsity Football team kicks off the 2025 season at home against Coloma at 7:00pm. This is the 116 year of this rivalry game. In addition to the bands new halftime show, we will be inducting two former Panthers into the athletic hall of fame, Ken Dietz and Mike Lynch.
Remember if you are a fall athlete or participated in a high school sport last spring you get into the game for free if you receive a pass from the athletic office. If you have not received one and you believe you should, please stop by the high school athletic office. Students who do not have a pass will not get free admission.
Lets pack the stands and cheer on our Panthers as we look to take down the neighbors down the road.
A reminder that there is no school this Friday and Monday due to the Labor Day weekend.
We will start documenting tardies on Tuesday of next week. Practice knowing where your classes are this week and getting to class on time before consequences for tardies kick in next week.
Tuesday of next week, we will run our first failure report of the new school year. If you have not turned something in that has already been required of you, you will be failing a class and your parents will receive the failing phone call. Get off to a good start and return everything that has been asked of you by your teachers.
Freshmen will be randomly called to the office starting next week . If you can show Ms. Powers that you are writing in your assignment notebook for all of your classes, you will receive a treat!
On Tuesday all dual enrolled students are asked to attend a 10 minute dual enrollment meeting at either 11 am or 12:30 An announcement will be made at that time.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
Let’s make sure every student and staff member is part of a sea of maroon and white — because together, we can’t stop, won’t stop… Go Panthers!--BEAT COLOMA 🐾
Today is Tuesday August 26th.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO:Aaliyah Hernandez & Conner Peek!
Lunch today is Grande Walking Taco & Guacamole, Salsa Cup, Sour Cream, Pineapple
There is a mandatory student council meeting Thursday, August 28th, at 7:15 am in the media center.
Schedule change forms must be signed by a parent or guardian and are due at the end of the school day on Thursday, August 28. No forms will be accepted after that time.
In order to receive your chrome book on Wednesday, your parents must have updated enrollment in the parent powerschool portal and you must have signed the technology use agreement in your 3rd hour class. Your third hour teacher will be reviewing technology expectations either today or tomorrow in third hour.
If you are having problems with a locker, come to the guidance office.
This Thursday is the last day for any schedule changes for semester 1. You can pick up a schedule change form in the counseling office.
A reminder that there is no school this Friday and Monday due to the Labor Day weekend.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
Today is Monday August 25th.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO: Jonah Robart & Hector Salguero
Lunch today is a sack lunch that can be picked up on your way out of the building. It is LUNCH TODAY: Cheesy Pull-Apart, Marinara Sauce, Baby Carrots, Sliced Apples
In order to receive your chrome book tomorrow, your parents must have updated enrollment in the parent powerschool portal.
If you are having problems with a locker today, come to the guidance office.
This Thursday is the last day for any schedule changes for semester 1. You can pick up a schedule change form in the counseling office.
A reminder that there is no school this Friday and Monday due to the Labor Day weekend.
At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. 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!
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The first day of school is Monday, August 25th. Please remember this will be a half day, with dismissal at 11:40 a.m. The building opens at 7:45 a.m., and classes begin promptly at 8:10 a.m. All students who drive or are dropped off should use the cafeteria side of the building for entry.
Special program start dates are as follows:
Van Buren Tech and the Math & Science Center begin on Tuesday.
The Coloma Tech Program begins on Wednesday.
Dual Enrollment classes begin the Tuesday after Labor Day.
A reminder that in order for your child to receive a ChromeBook on the 2nd day of school, families do need to update enrollment forms in the PowerSchool Parent portal.
If you have urgent concerns, please email Ms. Powers at cpowers@watervlietps.org
We can’t wait to welcome our Panthers back! Let’s show our Panther Pride and remember — Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop!
Go Panthers!
Senior Sunrise is a high school tradition where seniors gather before dawn to watch the sunrise together, often on the first day of their final year. It's a symbolic event signifying the start of their last year as a class and allows them to bond with friends and classmates while creating memories.
We want to thank Biggby Coffee in Coloma for donating coffee and hot chocolate!!
Thank you to Eli and his parents with Mr. Clean in Watervliet for providing donuts!!
Huge shoutout to The Side Track Cafe for donating biscuits and gravy!!
Donuts and refreshments will be provided.
We really hope to see everyone there!
