Watervliet High School

YOUR Freshman September 2023 Student of the Month--Isabella Clark ! My family includes my older sister, my mom and my dad. Mrs. Lefor has been my favorite teacher. My favorite classes are Spanish and PE/Health. I am not currently involved in any sports or clubs. In my free time I like to hang out with my friends. After high school I plan to go to a trade school and become a welder.

YOUR FRESHMAN September 2023 Student of the Month is Joey Vorva! I am the oldest of 6 BOYS between my mom and bonus dad and my dad and bonus mom. All together we have three cats Rosko, Hank, and Lola and a dog Hallie Mae. My favorite teacher is Mr. Tremblay because I look up to him and he's a great teacher and coach. My favorite class is PE because I'm a pretty active person and love to get some energy out during the day. I play football, baseball, and wrestling. Football is my favorite. I am a Kicker, a free safety, and a running back. I like to hunt, fish, ride my four wheeler, and spend time with my family. I also like to fix things like cars, atv, electronics and basically anything I can put back together like a puzzle. I plan on playing college football at any school I can get in to and possibly go to the air force.

Four marching band students participated in WMU Bronco band day with 64 other area high schools. The band was made up of almost 500 members. Students who attended had a few weeks to memorize music and color guard routines prior to Saturday. The kids were paired with one WMU band student to learn what preparing for half-time show is like and ask questions about college. The kids then participated in half-time performance and post game performance. The kids were exhausted after about a 14 hour day, but had a great time. It was great learning experience. Members who attended were: Lucy Logsdon, Lauren Lovell, Zack Gruszczyk, and Ben Ruland. Next up is the friends/family performance this coming Saturday at 2.

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Monday, October 2nd. My name is Tia Caldwell and I am your Monday morning announcement reader. Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Philly Cheesesteak on WG bun Peppers & Onions Romaine Ribbons Fresh Michigan Apple & Choice of Milk Breakfast tomorrow is Cereal Breakfast Kit Light Mozzarella String Cheese & Choice of Milk Happy Birthday to Mrs. Marcella Hunt! Anyone wanting to play volleyball during the activity day Friday, sign up teams of 6 with Mr. Tremblay. The Debate Team will begin practicing after school on Wednesdays until 4 p.m. We will start this Wednesday writing bills and selecting our officers. Please make sure you’ve arranged transportation. Voting for Homecoming Royalty begins today! Voting will close at noon on Thursday. There is a Student Advisory Council meeting to the principal next Wed at 7:30 AM. If you are a team member, please plan to attend. The Lady Panthers ran their best race of the season at the County Meet in Bridgman. Morgan Lowell and Kimmy Romero continue to run great as Morgan finished 14th with a new PR of 21:08 and Kimmy finished in 24th with a new PR of 21:54. Other PRs or season bests on the day were Mimi Feneley, Abby Lomoro, Johanna Granados, Hailey Adams, Abbie Hayes, and Hanna Lomoro. The Panther boys went up against all the schools in the county and held their own with all five runners having a strong performance. Danny Mandujano finished 5th overall just a second off his PR with a time of 16:43. Luke Isbrecht posted a new PR with a 19:34. Zeke Cardozo was the third Panther across the finish line followed by Alex Sexton who ran a season best 20:47. Devin Geisler also posted a season best improving by 13 seconds. The Virtue Club is a club that focuses on character. We're all about becoming the best human beings possible and believe that we can do this by having strong morals and working together to hold each other accountable. We welcome all high school and middle school students. We will be meeting in the high school cafeteria on Friday mornings from 7:30 till 8 o'clock. If you can not get there at 7:30 but would still like to join us we'd be happy to have you anytime during that half hour. No need to sign up just show up! If you have any questions please talk to Morgan Lowell. Every teacher is now in possession of red raffle tickets for our PBIS program. Any student caught being RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL, or following SAFETY procedures in the building, can be issued a ticket by any teacher. Drop the ticket off in the main office. We will draw raffle prizes next week! Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. It’s time for the first dual enrollment grade check of the semester. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. THIS week dress up days for homecoming are: Tuesday Red White and Blue Wednesday Mismatched clothes Thursday Disney Friday Maroon and White 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 your SOPHOMORE September 2023 Student of the Month--Miss Emy Baldwin! In my family I have my grandma, papa, mom, dad, my 2 sisters, and my brother. My grandma and grandpa are the best obviously. They encourage me and make sure I do everything to the best of my abilities. My mom and dad are amazing and always make sure I have everything I need to succeed, and never fail to show that they care. My 2 sisters Gabby and Maddie and my brother Nathan are my mini me’s. They are my best friends and my favorite people. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Simmons. She is my favorite teacher because she is super sweet and always makes her class fun. She also gives her students many opportunities and is encouraging. My favorite class is geometry. I’ve always loved math even when I struggle and once you get the hang of it, it’s fun. I’m in Interact, debate, newspaper, and I play softball. For fun I eat tacos, give anyone that will listen in my house free concerts, and spend time with my family. After high school I want to go to college to be a veterinarian. I am proud to be a WHS panther because that's where all the cool kids go. Also because of the education I receive and the friendships i’ve made along the way.

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOUR JUNIOR SEPTEMBER 2023 Student of the Month--Miss Alyssa Brown ! I live with my mom, dad, sister, and dog named Molly. My mom works at South School. My dad works at Griffin Tool. My sister is in 8th grade at the middle school. My favorite teacher has been Mr. Andrews because he finds fun activities for us to do to help us understand the material better. He is also just good at teaching. My favorite class has been yearbook because I get to take pictures at different events and help put together the yearbook. Mrs. Brant is also really great and I have that class with my friends. I play basketball and soccer. I am also involved in Student Council, Student Advisory Council, and National Honor Society. For fun I like to go camping, go to the beach, and hang out with my friends. After high school, I plan to go to college to become a social worker. I am proud to be a WHS Panther because the school offers a lot of opportunities for the students.

CONGRATULATIONS to your September 2023 Student of the Month --Zach Rader. My family includes my mom Nicole, my dad Chris, my aunt Carol, and my sister, Sophia My favorite teacher is Mr. Steele because he is an all around fun guy to be around and has taught me so much about woodworking and how to be a man. My favorite class is probably my CTE welding class in Coloma only because it is something I want to do after high school. For sports I play football. I am starting left guard and starting defensive tackle. For fun I like to fish, hunt, and hang out with my friends. I plan on going into the Millwrights and see what I need to learn and do to become a welder. I am proud to be a panther because it is a really good community and they give us a chance to have a really good future.

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Friday September 29th. My name is Jacob Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader. Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Popcorn Chicken Bowl Mashed Potato Corn Nibblets WG Sweet Dinner Roll Veggie Dippers Fresh Cut Melon & Choice of Milk Monday’s Breakfast is: Eggo Maple Pancake Minis & Turkey Sausage patty Strawberry Cup & Choice of Milk Happy Birthday to Amara Olexa. Happy Birthday over the weekend to Natalaya Desjardin and Hayden Arnosky. Volleyball Update: The Panthers took on Bridgman in a big conference match-up. In set one the Bees took and early lead of 2-7 but the Panthers continued to battle each point closing the gap 9-9. The Panthers continued to battle winning game one 25-21. Game two the Panthers continued the momentum winning 25-17. Game three was a battle but the Panthers came out on top 25-23. The Panthers led the match with 43 kills while the Bees only put up 22 kills. The Panthers came out focus and determine, great job Ladies! Grace Chisek led with 33 assist, 11 digs and 8 kills, Susannah Weckwerth and Natalie Hart both had 10 kills followed by Ellie Golden with 8 kills,16 digs and Tia Caldwell had 15 digs. All students have been emailed information for your individual class in regards to hall decorating, float building and powder puff practices. Check your email. There is a Student Advisory Council meeting to the principal next Wed at 7:30 AM. If you are a team member, please plan to attend. Every teacher is now in possession of red raffle tickets for our PBIS program. Any student caught being RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL, or following SAFETY procedures in the building, can be issued a ticket by any teacher. Drop the ticket off in the main office. We will draw raffle prizes next week! Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. It’s time for the first dual enrollment grade check of the semester. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. Any student who needs a dress for Homecoming can see Officer Thornsbury or Mrs. Adams. Panther pride t-shirts are in! If you ordered shirts, you can pick them up in the guidance office. Due to hall way decorating after school today for most of the classes, we are postponing our freshmen fun day with mentors. An updated invitation will be sent out soon. Next week dress up days for homecoming are: Monday Western Theme Tuesday Red White and Blue Wednesday Mismatched clothes Thursday Disney Friday Maroon and White 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!

Please join us for some Homecoming Fun!

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Thursday September 28th. My name is Julia Pepple and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader. Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Grande Walking Taco & Guacamole Salsa Light Sour Cream Refried Bean Dip Michigan Peaches Fresh Strawberries & Choice of Milk Tomorrow’s Breakfast is: Low Fat Vanilla Yogurt Cup Fresh Baked Cinnamon Roll Sliced Apples & Choice of Milk There are no birthdays today to Mrs. Mary Stapleton SENIORS: HALLWAY DECORATING: Right after school this Friday. Anyone who can stay after school - meet us in the Senior Hallway and we'll "Party in the USA!" It should only take about an hour. FLOAT BUILD: This Saturday and Sunday @ the Epple House. We will get started at 10 AM. Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. It’s time for the first dual enrollment grade check of the semester. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. Any student who needs a dress for Homecoming can see Officer Thornsbury or Mrs. Adams.All students will be emailed a google form today to sign up for games during the Homecoming Pep Assembly. Each student will only be able to sign up for 1 game. Underclassmen Float and hallway decorating will start this weekend check your email for more information. All freshmen are invited to attend an after school game day on Friday, Sep 29th from 3:15-4:30 with your mentors. Plan to stay after for games and snacks. Let Mrs. Powers know if you need a bus ride home at 4:30. Next week dress up days for homecoming are: Monday Western Theme Tuesday Red White and Blue Wednesday Thursday Friday 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!

Check out our Homecoming Spirit Day Schedule!

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Wednesday September 27th. My name is Ella Harris and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Rotini Pasta w/Meatsauce & WG Garlic Bread Michigan Salad Mix Michigan Strawberries & Choice of Milk Tomorrow’s Breakfast is: Cereal Breakfast Kit Hard Boiled Egg & Choice of Milk Happy birthday today to Tyler Kuehl and Reise Bulat! Panthers came out strong to win both matches against Lawton and Hackett. A great job on serve receive gave the Panthers many opportunities to run different offensive plays. Great team communication followed by strategic play allowed the Panthers to control the narrative of each match. Watervliet vs Lawton 25-14, 25-12 Watervliet vs Hackett 25-8, 25-7 Panthers head to Bridgman on Thursday, Sept 28th for Conference competition Wayland Union Debate hosted the annual Legislative Debate Day for students, coaches, and teachers from across the community yesterday. Over 40 students, coaches, and teachers attended the afternoon event from the following schools: Caledonia HS, Ionia HS, Watervliet HS, and Wayland Union HS. JT Davis won top speaker overall. Amber Robbins received recognition for speaking points. The Watervliet Team scored 1st place overall. Monday night in Panther stadium, the boys soccer team fell to 3-5-3 on the season with an 8-0 loss to Fennville. It was a tough night for Panther soccer. Fennville scored 5 goals in the first half and three more in the 2nd for the final score. The Panthers travel to Delton-Kellogg for a game Wednesday evening at 6:15. Hope to see all of our fans there. Permission slips for Powder Puff volleyball and football are available in the guidance office. They must be turned in today by the end of the school day. Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. It’s time for the first dual enrollment grade check of the semester. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. Any student who needs a dress for Homecoming can see Officer Thornsbury or Mrs. Adams.All students will be emailed a google form today to sign up for games during the Homecoming Pep Assembly. Each student will only be able to sign up for 1 game. SENIOR HALLWAY DECORATING is Right after school this Friday. Anyone who can stay after school - meet us in the Senior Hallway and we'll "Party in the USA!" It should only take about an hour. ALSO FLOAT BUILDING is this Saturday and Sunday @ the Epple House. We will get started at 10 AM. Underclassmen Float and hallway decorating will start this weekend check your email for more information. All freshmen are invited to attend an after school game day on Friday, Sep 29th from 3:15-4:30 with your mentors. Plan to stay after for games and snacks. Let Mrs. Powers know if you need a bus ride home at 4:30. 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!

Legislative Debate Day 2023 Wayland Union Debate hosted the annual Legislative Debate Day for students, coaches, and teachers from across the community on Tuesday, September 26. Debate Day cultivates a culture of academic scholarship grounded in speaking and listening by utilizing the legislative debate format. Together, students create pathways for critical thinking, civic life, collaboration, and caring while having a lot of fun along the way. The day included a meet and greet with coaches and debaters and two breakout sessions designed to enhance their knowledge of debate before ending the day with their first West Michigan Legislative Debate League Meet. Over 40 students, coaches, and teachers attended the afternoon event from the following schools: Caledonia HS, Ionia HS, Watervliet HS, and Wayland Union HS. In the first debate of the season, JT Davis took top honors to win 1st place overall speaker. Amber Robbins received recognition for speaker points. Team members include: Emy Baldwin, Braydon Collins, Angel Cruz-Margarito, JT Davis, Amber Robbins, Brianna Shriver, and Elliot Worley. Debate Day is the product of collaboration with the West Michigan Legislative Debate League and the community of coaches.

CONGRATULATIONS to the following Panthers who have been nominated for Student of the Month in the first month of the school year! Winners at each grade level will be announced at the end of the week! 9th Grade Sofie Shafer Pyper Richards Sienna Harris Mackenzie Webster Nahduleigh Robart Isabella Clark Aiden Wolford Elizabeth LeBlang Claire Moore Kelsie Gaston Elliot Worley Joey Vorva 10th GRADE Sophie Grear Gabriel Richards Chris Parkhurst Grace Ripley Julian Cardoso Emy Baldwin Joel Doerr Isabella Bultema Addison Smith Eli Alsup Evihn DeJonge Ella Isbrecht Jacob Shunkwiler Felipe Garcia Jacob Pleyer Alina Bell Tyler Woodson Jordan Peek Bonnie Zang JUNIORS Sydnee Enders Mallory Russell Lilly Summers Ilee Burgess Alyssa Brown Riley Preston Kayden Harrington Jerrick Perez Jocelyn Solis Noah Bentley Hector Salguero Chase Morris Chaz Hart Nicole Bender Carson Underwood Adalynn Richards Gavin Collins Amber Robbins SENIORS Lauren Lovell Michael Fee Julia Pepple Olivia Price Karley Knight Ian Coleman Julie Rudell Johanna Granados Anthony Freemyer McKenna Kirksey Riley Hess Lauren Lovell Zach Rader Colton Swisher Kameron Smith Guillermo Moron Savannah Nearpass Matt Morgan Aleigha Jackson JT Davis

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Tuesday, September 26th. My name is Tia Abby Lomoro and I am your Tuesday morning announcement reader . Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Oven Roasted Turkey Croissant Baked Potato Chips Sliced Tomato Cottage Cheese & Pineapple Platter & Choice of Milk Tomorrow’s Breakfast is: Red, White & Blue Yogurt Parfait Banana, petite & Choice of Milk Happy birthday today to Lauren Laws & Ethan Whitney Permission slips for Powder Puff volleyball and football are available in the guidance office. They must be turned tomorrow. Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. It’s time for the first dual enrollment grade check of the semester. All dual enrolled students please show Mrs. Tyler your grades as soon as possible. Any student who needs a dress for Homecoming, please see Officer Thornsbury or Mrs. Adams. All students will be emailed a google form today to sign up for games during the Homecoming Pep Assembly. Each student will only be able to sign up for 1 game. SENIOR HALLWAY DECORATING is Right after school this Friday. Anyone who can stay after school - meet us in the Senior Hallway and we'll "Party in the USA!" It should only take about an hour. ALSO FLOAT BUILDING is this Saturday and Sunday @ the Epple House. We will get started at 10 AM. Underclassmen Float and hallway decorating will start this weekend check your email for more information. All freshmen are invited to attend an after school game day on Friday, Sep 29th from 3:15-4:30 with your mentors. Plan to stay after for games and snacks. Let Mrs. Powers know if you need a bus ride home at 4:30. The Esports team is still looking for members. If you would like to play Valorant with us, please plan on coming to room 166 in the Middle School tomorrow after school or email Mrs. Overacker for more information. 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!

Join us on Wednesday, September 27th OR Tuesday, October 25th for a Community Forum regarding the Bond Project before voters this November. Learn about the proposed projects and get your questions answered.

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Monday, September 25th. My name is Tia Caldwell and I am your Monday morning announcement reader . Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla Garden Salsa Garden Salad Sweet Peppers Kiwifruit Fresh Michigan Apple & Choice of Milk Tomorrow’s Breakfast is: Cereal Breakfast Kit Light Mozzarella String Cheese & Choice of Milk There are no birthdays today. The Panther ladies finished 8th at the 21-team Bangor Invitational. Morgan Lowell led the charge with her 10th place finish in a time of 21:24. Kimmy Romero tied her PR time of 22:17 for the second race in a row finishing in 21st place. Gabby Wisdom ran her best time of the season with a time of 24:15. Mimi Feneley knocked 40 seconds off her time to post a new PR of 25:27. Other season best times on the day came from McKenna Kirksey, Addie Richards, and Hailey Adams. The Panther boys finished 14th in the 21-team Bangor Invitational. Danny Mandujano finished 3rd overall with a time of 17:01. Luke Isbrecht and Zeke Cardozo put in good performances as well. Permission slips for Powder Puff volleyball and football are available in the guidance office. They must be turned in by September 27. All students will be emailed a google form today to sign up for games during the Homecoming Pep Assembly. Each student will only be able to sign up for 1 game. Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. SENIOR HALLWAY DECORATING: Right after school this Friday. Anyone who can stay after school - meet us in the Senior Hallway and we'll "Party in the USA!" It should only take about an hour. ALSO FLOAT BUILDING: This Saturday and Sunday @ the Epple House. We will get started at 10 AM. SMC, Southwestern Michigan College will be here at lunch next Wed. Email Ms. Powers if you would like to meet with the SMC rep at lunch. All freshmen are invited to attend an after school game day on Friday, Sep 29th from 3:15-4:30 with your mentors. Plan to stay after for games and snacks. Let Mrs. Powers know if you need a bus ride home at 4:30. The Esports team is still looking for members. If you would like to play Valorant with us, please plan on coming to room 166 in the Middle School tomorrow after school or email Mrs. Overacker for more information. Permission slips are due for Debate Day Tuesday, Sept. 26. Any student planning to attend will need to have permission slips and MUST attend the meeting Monday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 a.m. Teachers, students will be attending in the afternoon on Tuesday; a finalized list will be sent out Monday of all those students confirmed to attend. 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 High School Panthers! Today is Friday September 22nd. My name is Jacob Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader . Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Chicken Tenders & WG Cornbread Baked Beans Romaine & Spinach Salad Veggie Dippers Michigan Watermelon & Choice of Milk Monday’s Breakfast is: Sausage & Egg Breakfast Burrito Applesauce & Choice of Milk Celebrating a birthday today is Kira Howe. Celebrating a birthday over the weekend is Dwayne Tillman, Elizabeth Leblang, Jeremiah Glowacki and Isabella Glowacki. Permission slips for Powder Puff volleyball and football are available in the guidance office. They must be turned in by September 27. All students will be emailed a google form today to sign up for games during the Homecoming Pep Assembly. Each student will only be able to sign up for 1 game. Dance guest forms are available in the main office. They must be returned no later than Wednesday, October 4. There will be a fan bus for the varsity football game at Constantine today. The bus will leave the school at 5:15 PM. If you ride the bus to the game, you must ride the bus home. Please sign up in the HS office to ride the bus. You must purchase your own ticket for the game. You can buy them in advance at www.GoFan.co, or at the gate with a credit card. THEY DO NOT TAKE CASH AT THE GATE SMC, Southwestern Michigan College will be here at lunch next Wed. Email Ms. Powers if you would like to meet with the SMC rep at lunch. All freshmen are invited to attend an after school game day on Friday, Sep 29th from 3:15-4:30 with your mentors. Plan to stay after for games and snacks. Let Mrs. Powers know if you need a bus ride home at 4:30. The Esports team is still looking for members. If you would like to play Valorant with us, please plan on coming to room 166 in the Middle School tomorrow after school or email Mrs. Overacker for more information. Permission slips are due for Debate Day Tuesday, Sept. 26. Any student planning to attend will need to have permission slips and MUST attend the meeting Monday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 a.m. Teachers, students will be attending in the afternoon on Tuesday; a finalized list will be sent out Monday of all those students confirmed to attend. 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!

Cool Kicks Art II students began the year by getting back into observational drawing. This is an essential skill for art. Students took off their shoes and used them as their subject. We began by looking for the big shapes that the shoes were made of, followed by the challenge of the details. We also worked on sight measuring, drawing lightly and being patient and positive with ourselves.

Good Morning Watervliet High School Panthers! Today is Thursday September 21st. My name is Julia Pepple and I am your Thursday morning announcement reader . Watervliet Public Schools will be a premier district that challenges and empowers students and staff to achieve beyond their own expectations. Today’s lunch is: Chicken Fajita Peppers & Onions Light Sour Cream Fried Rice Garden Salsa Plums Michigan Strawberries & Choice of Milk Tomorrow’s Breakfast is: Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich Fresh Apples or Oranges & Choice of Milk Celebrating a birthday today is Olivia Mitchell! SMC will be here at lunch next Wed. Email Ms. Powers if you would like to meet with the SMC reo at lunch . Congratulations to the following members of Concert Choir who were elected by their peers for these positions: President: Ella Harris Vice President: Julia Pepple Co-Secretaries: Lauren Lovell and Lilly Summers Treasurer: Amber Robbins Friday at 7:15 all Homecoming royalty candidates will be having their pictures taken for the Tri City Record. Please dress appropriately and arrive on time. Check your email for more details. Permission slips for Powder Puff volleyball and football are available in the guidance office. They must be turned in by September 27. Panthers played Martin and Gobles in a dual match hosted by Martin. The Panthers battled with Gobles in the first game of the evening but pulled away quickly when Grace Chisek served 9 points with many of those serves being aces. Game two against Gobles the Panthers took control of the game from the beginning winning the match, 25-14, 25-6. Next up the Panthers played Martin. Game one and two were both competive but the Panthers continued to be more constistant than the Clippers and came out on top, winning 25-21, 25-19. Panthers return back to their home court on Tuesday, September 26th. 2023 Yearbooks are IN! If you ordered and paid for a yearbook, they will be available TODAY at lunch in the cafeteria lobby. If you didn’t order one last year, there are a few extras that can still be purchased for $45. See Mrs. Brant in room 112. The Esports team is still looking for members. If you would like to play Valorant with us, please plan on coming to room 166 in the Middle School tomorrow after school or email Mrs. Overacker for more information. This Friday is WHY APPLY DAY! Wear college gear on Friday and fill out a why apply sheet that you can pick up in the main office. Once filled out and returned to the office, if yours is selected to be read or shared on Friday and you are wearing college gear, you will receive a treat from the office! Powderpuff football and volleyball permission slips are available in the guidance office. They must be returned by September 27. Permission slips are due for Debate Day Tuesday, Sept. 26. Any student planning to attend will need to have permission slips and MUST attend the meeting Monday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 a.m. Teachers, students will be attending in the afternoon on Tuesday; a finalized list will be sent out Monday of all those students confirmed to attend. 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!