Watervliet High School

YOUR SOPHOMORE March 2024 Student of the Month --ADDISON SMITH! I look up to my sister and brother, we have a really big age gap so they are both married and have kids already. They give me strong advice and are big supporters as well as my mom and dad. I don't have a favorite class but I like Algebra and English classes the most. They have great teachers and the work comes naturally to me. My favorite teachers are Mrs. O’Toole and Mr. Andrews. They are really good teachers and they make it fun to go to class. They make it easy to learn and will be there if you need help. During my free time I like to hangout with my best friends, Kaitlyn and Aubrey. I also like to participate in the sports basketball, softball and volleyball. I've done these sports for as long as I can remember and I never get tired of them. I'm not sure what I want to do after high school yet, but I know I want to go into the medical field like my mom. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because this is a great school. All of the teachers are amazing and give you the education you need. The athletic program is also really good and I am happy to be apart of it all.

YOUR SENIOR March 2024 Student of the Month --CHASE TREMBLAY! I'm from a family of five. Ryder is my younger brother and he's in 5th grade. Keira is a sophomore this year at the high school. My mom works as the junior high principal at Coloma. My dad is the PE/Health teacher at Watervliet and coaches varsity baseball and football. My favorite class was anatomy with Mrs. O'Toole. Anatomy is something I will take with me as I move through college because I plan on majoring in biology. My favorite teacher throughout high school has been Mrs. O'Toole. My sophomore year I took her biology class and enjoyed it. The following year I took AP Biology with her first hour and then came back to her room for anatomy class after lunch. She's a fun teacher to be around and we always got our work finished. My free time is very limited. Typically, sports take up all of my time. Baseball, basketball, and football are all priorities for me. In preparation for these sports, I will lift and condition to continue getting better. With what time is left, I enjoy hanging out with friends and family. I'm a three-sport athlete at Watervliet. As listed above, baseball, basketball, and football are made priorities. During the summer, I also play summer baseball. At the high school, I'm a member of NHS, student council, student advisory council, and freshman mentors. After high school, I plan on attending the University of Michigan where I plan on majoring in biology. From there, I would like to attend dental school. It's a lot of school, but it will pay off in the end. I'm proud to be a Panther because of the legacy our class is leaving behind. Looking at our athletics, many of the teams are filled with seniors. We've worked so hard to be the best at what we do. Looking back at all the banners we've left hanging and the accomplishments our group has had makes me proud. Watervliet is an important place to me.

YOUR JUNIOR March 2024 Student of the Month --RUBY PARRA! My family consists of my mother and father, and my 5 siblings. I have 2 younger brothers and 3 older brothers. My favorite class is my cosmetology class at the Van Buren Tech Center because I have a strong passion towards doing hair, makeup, etc. I don’t have a favorite teacher, they are all amazing at teaching! This is my first year at Watervliet so I haven’t taken the opportunity to join any sports but I do hope so to next year! In my free time I love to go out, watch the sunset, and spend time with my loved ones. After high school I plan to continue & finish my cosmetology journey and become a licensed cosmetologist.

YOUR JUNIOR March 2024 Student of the Month--KAYDEN HARRINGTON! My family consists of my mom, dad, and two younger siblings, my brother and sister. My favorite class would have to be Economics because I feel like I am learning things that will help me in the future and I like the structure that the class gives me. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Lefor because she tries her best to be a good teacher to her students and she has helped me in lots of ways, such as college decisions and just being someone to talk to. In my free time, I like to read, spend time with my friends, and listen to music. I am on Student Council and I also participate in Track & Field. I am proud to be a Panther because we represent never giving up and always trying our best throughout any obstacles. After high school, I plan to go to college and get degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice to eventually become a criminal psychologist.

YOUR SENIOR March 2024 Student of the Month --GRACE MACMILLAN! My family consists of my Mom, Dad, and Brother. I'd say my favorite class is Agriculture and Natural Resources at the Van Buren Tech Center in Lawrence. This is one of my favorite classes because we are always doing something different or learning something new. One of my favorite teacher's is Mr. Weber because he always comes in with a positive attitude. In my free time I enjoy fishing, working on my truck, working, and hanging out with friends. Straight after high school I plan on going into the workforce. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because of the teachers/staff always willing to help.

Looking forward to seeing our Panthers back on Monday, April 8th!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Thursday March 28th . My name is Julia Pepple and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is cheeseburger and sweet potato fries. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY to Aiden Wolford and over spring break to: Alyssa Briley, Braedyn Hardwick, Alex Wilder, Maria Hernandez Cruz, Siena Bulat, Ashton Coleman, Jacob Pleyer, Jeremy Morton, Sophie Wigent, Pyper Richards, Gabby Wisdom, and Adileni Moron. The following students can come to the office to claim a treat for being a PBIS raffle winner for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety in the building. Riley Hess Sienna Harris There is no tech center TODAY. If you do not have a ride home from school, you are expected to remain in the media center during the remainder of school day today. Seniors, Jostens will be here during lunch hours on Wednesday, April 10th, to deliver graduation announcements. Reminder, NHS applications are due by the end of the school day TODAY. Please remove all food, drinks, and clothing from your locker before spring break so that you do not return to bugs after. Thank you! Today is the last day to complete the survey that was sent to you and pushed out through Canvas in your 3rd hour class if needed. Please complete it before the end of the day today. TODAY is the last day to turn in work for marking period 3. Report cards for marking period 3 will be sent home after spring break. If you are interested in pursuing engineering pickup a field trip permission slip for a trip to Western Michigan University for Apr 16th in the guidance office. 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! Today is Wednesday March 27th . My name is Ella Harris and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is ravioli bake with garlic bread. Tomorrow’s breakfast is: cereal breakfast kit and a hard boiled egg. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ELIZABETH TORRES. There is no tech center TOMORROW. If you do not have a ride home from school, you are expected to remain in the media center during the remainder of school day. TODAY is an early release day. We will dismiss at 1:10. You cannot be in the building after school as all teachers are in PD until 3:10. Please have a plan to exit the building after school today. Seniors, Jostens will be here during lunch hours on Wednesday, April 10th, to deliver graduation announcements. Reminder, NHS applications are due by the end of the school day TOMORROW. Please remove all food, drinks, and clothing from your locker before spring break so that you do not return to bugs after. Thank you! All students are asked to complete a survey. It has been pushed out to Canvas and also emailed to you. All students should complete the survey before leaving for spring break. Your 3rd hour teacher will make time in your 3rd hour class to complete the survey if needed this week or next. TOMORROW is the last day to turn in work for marking period 3. Report cards for marking period 3 will be sent home after spring break. If you are interested in pursuing engineering pickup a field trip permission slip for a trip to Western Michigan University for Apr 16th in the guidance office. 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!

CONGRATULATIONS to our MARCH 2024 Student of the Month NOMINEES! Winners at each grade level will be announced at the end of this week ! FRESHMEN: Miriam Feneley Madison Rynberg Lilliana Perez Deandre Rose Gabriel Shotts Aiden Wolford SOPHOMORES: Adileni Moron Natalya Desjardin Taylor Green Addison Smith Kassandra Riggs Gabe Richards Ana Aguilera Gallegos Grace Ripley Kami Rathfon Jeff Pope-Timm JUNIORS: Victoria Mandujano Ayana Marshall Erik Jimenez Zack Gruszczyk Kayden Harrington Ruby Parra Chaz Hart Kaylee Willams Jewell Burgess Nic Terry SENIORS: Karley Knight Grace Macmillan Johanna Granados Chase Tremblay Angeliyah Hatcher Raquel Perez Marleigh Schultz Mellissa Cardozo Aviles Alexis Hoadley

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Tuesday March 26th. My name is Abby Lomoro and I am your Tuesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is Grande Walking Taco, fresh diced tomatoes, tortilla chips, refried bean dip, garden salsa, watermelon Tomorrow’s breakfast is: Breakfast Shamrock Parfait There are no birthdays today. There is no tech center on Thursday. If you do not have a ride home from school, you are expected to remain in the media center during the remainder of school day. This Wednesday is an early release day. You can wear pajamas and we will dismiss at 1:10. Seniors, Jostens will be here during lunch hours on Wednesday, April 10th, to deliver graduation announcements. Please remove all food, drinks, and clothing from your locker before spring break so that you do not rerun to bugs after. Thank you! All students are asked to complete a survey. It has been pushed out to Canvas and also emailed to you. All students should complete the survey before leaving for spring break. Your 3rd hour teacher will make time in your 3rd hour class to complete the survey if needed this week or next. THIS Thursday is the last day to turn in work for marking period 3. Report cards for marking period 3 will be sent home after spring break. If you are interested in pursuing engineering pickup a field trip permission slip for a trip to Western Michigan University for Apr 16th in the guidance office. 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!

See Mrs. Richcreek in the main office to purchase yours!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Monday, March 25th. My name is Tia Caldwell and I am your Monday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is sloppy joes. Tuesday’s breakfast is cinnamon pancakes & turkey sausage. Celebrating a birthday today is Natalie Hart. Come to the office Alex Tiley and Kassandra Riggs to claim your PBIS treat for demonstrating respect, responsibility, and safety in the building! This Wednesday is an early release day. You can wear pajamas and we will dismiss at 1:10. Seniors, Jostens will be here during lunch hours on Wednesday, April 10th, to deliver graduation announcements. The Student Council fundraiser is scheduled to arrive tomorrow, Tuesday, March 26 at 11:00 AM. Items can be picked up at 11:30 or at the end of the school day in the cafe. All items must be picked up by the end of the day Tuesday. There is no space to store anything for an extended period of time. If you will not be here Tuesday, please make arrangements for someone else to pick up your order and communicate that with Mrs. Richcreek or Mrs. Tyler. There will be a Student Council meeting tomorrow, 3/26, at 7:30 am that will include a group photo taken for the yearbook. Please be on time. Please remove all food, drinks, and clothing from your locker before spring break so that you do not rerun to bugs after. Thank you! All students are asked to complete a survey. It has been pushed out to Canvas and also emailed to you. All students should complete the survey before leaving for spring break. Your 3rd hour teacher will make time in your 3rd hour class to complete the survey if needed this week or next. THIS Thursday is the last day to turn in work for marking period 3. Report cards for marking period 3 will be sent home after spring break. If you are interested in pursuing engineering pickup a field trip permission slip for a trip to Western Michigan University for Apr 16th in the guidance office. 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!

On Saturday, March 16th, Ken Dietz was recognized by the MHSAA at the boys basketball state finals for his 20 years of officiating basketball. Later this spring, at a banquet Dietz and several other officials will be awarded for their service as an MHSAA official. CONGRATS Mr. Dietz!

So many AWESOME THINGS are happening at WHS! Check us out this week! https://www.smore.com/n/9dawk

Please come out to support those brave Panthers taking part in the annual Talent Show TONIGHT at 7 PM in the auditorium. Ticket cost is simply a donation !

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Friday March 22nd. My name is Jacob Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is meat lover’s pizza. Monday’s breakfast is a cereal breakfast kit. Celebrating a birthday today are Wyatt MacMillan and Anslie Saylor. Please remove all food, drinks, and clothing from your locker before spring break so that you do not rerun to bugs after. Thank you! All students are asked to complete a survey. It has been pushed out to Canvas and also emailed to you. All students should complete the survey before leaving for spring break. Your 3rd hour teacher will make time in your 3rd hour class to complete the survey if needed this week or next. Next Thursday is the last day to turn in work for marking period 3. Report cards for marking period 3 will be sent home after spring break. TONIGHT AND SATURDAY NIGHT at 7 PM is the performance of the annual talent show for the HS. The cost is a donation. Come out Friday and Saturday night to support our Panthers. If you are interested in pursuing engineering pickup a field trip permission slip for a trip to Western Michigan University for Apr 16th in the guidance office. 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!

The Juniors visiting CMU today are due to be back at the high school about 4:50 PM today.

The Free Little Library made by Mr. Steele and his students is a place for anyone in the community to borrow, exchange, or donate books. You don’t need a library card, just come browse the Little Library and see if there’s a book that you want to borrow & when you’re done with it, bring it back or give it to someone else to read. If you have a book on your bookshelf that you don’t want anymore, you can donate it to the library so someone else can read it. The Free Little Library is open 365 days a year, happy reading! The Free Little Library stands in front of the main doors of the highs chool building. Pictured below are Mr. Steele and Mrs. Riedinger.

Dr. Mosher wins Golden Acorn Mini Grant! Dr. Mosher won the Golden Acorn Mini Grant from the Berrien Community Foundation. The grant will be used to purchase a rolling cart so that it will be easy for her to move around the classroom allowing the students to work in different size groups throughout the year. The rolling cart has 16 bins so that she will be able to organize her project materials and make them more easily accessible. Some of the current materials that she uses for various projects are wooden dowels of various sizes, pennies and containers, scissors, protractors, playing cards, dice, poker chips, colored pencils, construction paper, colored pencils, masking tape, spaghetti noodles, mini puzzles, compasses, calculators, and markers. The grant will also pay for a set of dice so that she is able to continue using her past probability and statistics projects at Watervliet. She has used dice for activities involving the law of large numbers, theoretical vs experimental probability, and the normal curve. Pictured below from left to right are: Christina Powers (HS Principal), Mr. Ric Seager (Superintendent), Dr. Donya Mosher, Lauren Laws (Senior and student representative from the BCF), and Susan Matheny, (Program Director)

All high school parents are invited to join us for this informational session courtesy of the Berrien County Health Dept. on the dangers of vaping and how to better protect your child! Meet in the high school media center on Monday night at 6 PM. The session will cover the following: What is Vaping? How does it work? Side effects from vaping Industry tactics What Parents need to know How can you tell if your child is vaping? What can Parents do? In addition, there will be actual vaping products available to see and parent resources (handout) available regarding: • What’s in Your Vape?-Toolkit for Parents, Grandparents & Caregivers • E-Cigarettes and Youth: What Parents Need to Know • Vaping: What Families Need to Know to Help Protect Children, Teens and Young Adults • Emoji Drug Code: Decoded