🌟 WAY Student Spotlight: Samantha Rowe! 🌟
This month, we are proud to recognize Samantha Rowe for her hard work, determination, and commitment to staying on track with her goals!
Samantha has shown great motivation throughout her educational journey, consistently putting in the effort needed to make progress and succeed. Her positive attitude and dedication are a great example of what it means to take ownership of your future.
Who has had the biggest impact on your success, and what have you learned from them?
My grandparents, I’ve learned to always show compassion and gratitude from them.
What are your plans after you finish high school, and what advice would you give to younger students who hope to follow a similar path?
I plan to attend SMC and get my associates degree in nursing as I have obtained my CNA license already. My advice would be to never go off course because it is hard to get back on.
What is your favorite memory from high school?
My favorite memory from high school was taking the patient care class at Van Buren Tech Center.
This month, we are proud to recognize Samantha Rowe for her hard work, determination, and commitment to staying on track with her goals!
Samantha has shown great motivation throughout her educational journey, consistently putting in the effort needed to make progress and succeed. Her positive attitude and dedication are a great example of what it means to take ownership of your future.
Who has had the biggest impact on your success, and what have you learned from them?
My grandparents, I’ve learned to always show compassion and gratitude from them.
What are your plans after you finish high school, and what advice would you give to younger students who hope to follow a similar path?
I plan to attend SMC and get my associates degree in nursing as I have obtained my CNA license already. My advice would be to never go off course because it is hard to get back on.
What is your favorite memory from high school?
My favorite memory from high school was taking the patient care class at Van Buren Tech Center.
☀️🌴 WAY Program May Credit Shoutout! 🌴☀️
As summer approaches, we're celebrating students who are staying focused and making great progress toward their goals! Congratulations to these students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 5/29:
As summer approaches, we're celebrating students who are staying focused and making great progress toward their goals! Congratulations to these students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 5/29:
The WAY Lab is CLOSED today in observance of Memorial Day.
Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸
The Watervliet WAY Program Staff is grateful for those who served our country with courage, strength, and selflessness. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we remember our heroes and the legacy they leave behind. ❤️💙
Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸
The Watervliet WAY Program Staff is grateful for those who served our country with courage, strength, and selflessness. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we remember our heroes and the legacy they leave behind. ❤️💙
✨ WAY Program Shoutout!
A big congratulations to these students for meeting their May credit goal as of 5/22! Your dedication and effort are paying off, and we’re proud of the progress you’re making.
Keep going—you’ve got this!
Congratulations to these students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 4/24!
WAY Students - Credit Requirement Met!
We may have been on Spring Break last week, but these students went above and beyond and have ALREADY met their credit requirement for the month of April!
We may have been on Spring Break last week, but these students went above and beyond and have ALREADY met their credit requirement for the month of April!
🌟 April Student Spotlight 🌟
Keith Hiler is our April Student Spotlight!
Keith is such a fun person to have in the lab, he always keeps us laughing and brings great energy whenever he’s here.
When asked what movie best represents his school experience, Keith chose Inside Out, sharing that it reflects all the emotions students go through along the way.
His advice to younger students is to stay in school—it’s important, even if it doesn’t always feel like it right now.
Keith also shared that Mrs. Hickman has made a big impact on him throughout the years. He appreciates her patience and the support she’s given him when he’s needed it most.
We are so proud of you, Keith! Keep up the great work!
Keith Hiler is our April Student Spotlight!
Keith is such a fun person to have in the lab, he always keeps us laughing and brings great energy whenever he’s here.
When asked what movie best represents his school experience, Keith chose Inside Out, sharing that it reflects all the emotions students go through along the way.
His advice to younger students is to stay in school—it’s important, even if it doesn’t always feel like it right now.
Keith also shared that Mrs. Hickman has made a big impact on him throughout the years. He appreciates her patience and the support she’s given him when he’s needed it most.
We are so proud of you, Keith! Keep up the great work!
🌈 WAY Program March Credit Shoutout! 🌈
These students are shining bright and finishing the month strong! ✨ Congratulations to the following students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 3/20:
These students are shining bright and finishing the month strong! ✨ Congratulations to the following students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 3/20:
Spring is right around the corner! 🌷 Take a look at our March newsletter below to stay up to date on everything happening at Watervliet WAY.
WAY Program March Credit Shoutout!
With spring right around the corner, we’re celebrating some students who are already growing their success! Congratulations to these students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 3/13:
With spring right around the corner, we’re celebrating some students who are already growing their success! Congratulations to these students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 3/13:
📢 VBTC Registration is Now Open!
Attention students! Registration for VBTC for the 2026–2027 school year is officially open.
If you’re interested in learning more about the programs and opportunities available through VBTC, please reach out to Mrs. Hickman for additional information.
Don’t miss out on the chance to explore hands-on career training and valuable skills for your future!
Attention students! Registration for VBTC for the 2026–2027 school year is officially open.
If you’re interested in learning more about the programs and opportunities available through VBTC, please reach out to Mrs. Hickman for additional information.
Don’t miss out on the chance to explore hands-on career training and valuable skills for your future!
☘️ WAY Program Credit Shoutout! ☘️
These students are feeling a little extra lucky this month! Congratulations to the following students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 3/6! 🎉
These students are feeling a little extra lucky this month! Congratulations to the following students for meeting their monthly credit requirement as of 3/6! 🎉
Congrats to these wonderful WAY students for meeting their February monthly credit goal by 2/27! !
🎉 WAY PROGRAM 🎉
FEBRUARY CREDIT SHOUT OUT updated as of Feb. 24!! There is still time this month to meet your credit goal, students.
FEBRUARY CREDIT SHOUT OUT updated as of Feb. 24!! There is still time this month to meet your credit goal, students.
🎉 WAY PROGRAM 🎉
FEBRUARY CREDIT SHOUT OUT updated as of Feb. 13!! Keep up the good work, students
FEBRUARY CREDIT SHOUT OUT updated as of Feb. 13!! Keep up the good work, students
🎉 WAY PROGRAM 🎉
FEBRUARY CREDIT SHOUT OUT!! Keep up the good work, students.
📰 Our Watervliet WAY Program Monthly Newsletter is out now! Be sure to check it out for program updates, staff news, and student highlights.
🎓✨ CONGRATULATIONS, GRADUATES! ✨🎓
We are so proud to celebrate our recent graduates from Watervliet WAY High School, who officially crossed the finish line on January 21, 2026!
Each of you has worked incredibly hard to get here, and we couldn’t be more proud of your determination, growth, and accomplishments. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for you all! 💫
Way to go, grads - once a Panther, always a Panther! 🐾❤️
We are so proud to celebrate our recent graduates from Watervliet WAY High School, who officially crossed the finish line on January 21, 2026!
Each of you has worked incredibly hard to get here, and we couldn’t be more proud of your determination, growth, and accomplishments. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for you all! 💫
Way to go, grads - once a Panther, always a Panther! 🐾❤️
After 5 awesome years with our WAY students, Benny is moving into a new IT role with Watervliet Public Schools. Luckily, we will still get to see him around quite a bit!!
Benny has made such a positive impact for so many of our students, and we’re so thankful for everything he’s done in the Lab. He has been such a great teacher, mentor, and friend to all of his students.
Congrats to you, Benny!!
We’re definitely going to miss you in the Lab, but we’re so happy for you and know you will continue to make an impact on Watervliet students for years to come.
Benny has made such a positive impact for so many of our students, and we’re so thankful for everything he’s done in the Lab. He has been such a great teacher, mentor, and friend to all of his students.
Congrats to you, Benny!!
We’re definitely going to miss you in the Lab, but we’re so happy for you and know you will continue to make an impact on Watervliet students for years to come.
Join us tomorrow night in the Watervliet High School Auditorium to celebrate our graduating seniors! We are so proud of their accomplishments. Congrats to the class of 2026!!
