
WGES staff are excited to see you at the Second Annual Lake Hawk Hey! Day hosted by the WG PTO! Come out and catch up with your friends as we get ready to head back to school!


2025-2026 School Forms and Sports Registration Forms UPDATE!
Please See the attachment
**FINAL FORMS will ONLY be used for SPORTS Registration
**School Forms will be going out in the MAIL at the end of this week. Be on the look out, these will need to be returned to school for all students.
Please See the attachment
**FINAL FORMS will ONLY be used for SPORTS Registration
**School Forms will be going out in the MAIL at the end of this week. Be on the look out, these will need to be returned to school for all students.


A few reminders from everyone here at WGCSD as we get ready to welcome students, faculty, and staff back to our buildings! #WGProud


Last Chance to grab some goodies and groceries from the DUB G Summer Market
Wednesday, August 13th
Open to students and their families from 4-6pm
Stop in and shop with us!
Any questions reach out to Mrs. Planty @ aplanty@wgcsd.org
Wednesday, August 13th
Open to students and their families from 4-6pm
Stop in and shop with us!
Any questions reach out to Mrs. Planty @ aplanty@wgcsd.org


Just 1 Week away until Fall Sports JV & Varsity Practices begin!
There's still time to get registered, www.finalforms.com
Students will need an up to date physical to participate on the first day of practices.
Modified Football, Boys & Girls Cross Country and Soccer will start August 25th
Modified Girls Swimming & Diving starts September 3rd
Any questions please let us know in athletics 607-535-3280


Come soar with us at Watkins Glen!
We’re excited to announce a featured vacancy for the 2025–2026 school year — Secretary 1 at Watkins Glen Elementary School.
This 10-month position follows the school calendar and is perfect for someone who wants to be part of a supportive, student-focused team in a vibrant school community.
Make a difference every day at a place that values your work.
Apply today at https://www.wgcsd.org/page/employment
#WGProud
We’re excited to announce a featured vacancy for the 2025–2026 school year — Secretary 1 at Watkins Glen Elementary School.
This 10-month position follows the school calendar and is perfect for someone who wants to be part of a supportive, student-focused team in a vibrant school community.
Make a difference every day at a place that values your work.
Apply today at https://www.wgcsd.org/page/employment
#WGProud


PSA: SHORT NOTICE
The WGHS Field House Fitness Center will be CLOSED this evening.
Floors are being sealed
Fitness Center will reopen as usual tomorrow at 9 am
Thank you from The Athletic Department and Operations & Maintenance
The WGHS Field House Fitness Center will be CLOSED this evening.
Floors are being sealed
Fitness Center will reopen as usual tomorrow at 9 am
Thank you from The Athletic Department and Operations & Maintenance


📅✨ Save the Date: Back to School Night! ✨📅
We’re looking forward to welcoming our families for an evening of connection, classroom tours, and conversations with teachers. 🏫💬
It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the upcoming school year and see all the exciting things happening at school. We hope to see you there! 🎒🍎
We’re looking forward to welcoming our families for an evening of connection, classroom tours, and conversations with teachers. 🏫💬
It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the upcoming school year and see all the exciting things happening at school. We hope to see you there! 🎒🍎


Glen Gators & USTA Shine at the 2025 AAU Junior Olympics!
Last week, members of the Glen Gators swim team qualified for the 2025 AAU Junior Olympics held in Houston, TX. The swimming competitions were eventful over the past six days, showcasing incredible talent and determination.
Qualifiers included: Lyvia Burns, Lexi Emerson, Makenzie Fish, Hudson Westervelt, Markel Gullo, Griffin Adams, Thomas Vedder, Carson Thaete, and Grayson Robertson.
This past week, they joined forces with other qualifiers from Central New York to form United Southern Tier Aquatics (USTA). The meet, held at Cy-Fair Natatorium, was a huge success, featuring:
Final qualifiers
Personal best performances
Numerous Top-8 medalists
Event champions
Congratulations to USTA, the Glen Gators, and a huge thank you to our coaching staff as we head into the interscholastic and fall club seasons for the 2025–2026 school year.
We’re proud to highlight that most of these swimmers are also members of the WGOM Storm Swim Team. Way to go, athletes!
#schuylerstrong
Last week, members of the Glen Gators swim team qualified for the 2025 AAU Junior Olympics held in Houston, TX. The swimming competitions were eventful over the past six days, showcasing incredible talent and determination.
Qualifiers included: Lyvia Burns, Lexi Emerson, Makenzie Fish, Hudson Westervelt, Markel Gullo, Griffin Adams, Thomas Vedder, Carson Thaete, and Grayson Robertson.
This past week, they joined forces with other qualifiers from Central New York to form United Southern Tier Aquatics (USTA). The meet, held at Cy-Fair Natatorium, was a huge success, featuring:
Final qualifiers
Personal best performances
Numerous Top-8 medalists
Event champions
Congratulations to USTA, the Glen Gators, and a huge thank you to our coaching staff as we head into the interscholastic and fall club seasons for the 2025–2026 school year.
We’re proud to highlight that most of these swimmers are also members of the WGOM Storm Swim Team. Way to go, athletes!
#schuylerstrong


Huge shoutout to all the coaches, student-athletes, and clinicians who spent their weekend getting better!
This weekend, the OM/WG Wrestling program hosted its 2nd annual summer camp, giving 55 local wrestlers a chance to sharpen their skills. Athletes from OM/WG, Ithaca, Penfield, and South Seneca trained hard over three days of intense sessions and fun competition.
Special thanks to our incredible clinicians:
Josh Antoine (Ithaca HS)
Brandon Gould (Watkins Glen alum)
Connor Lapresi (Utica College)
From takedown matches to beach wrestling at Clute Park and a round-robin tourney, it was an unforgettable experience! #WrestleOMWG #SchuylerStrong
Special thanks to all of the coaches, alumni, and volunteers who made this year's camp an overwhelming success.
This weekend, the OM/WG Wrestling program hosted its 2nd annual summer camp, giving 55 local wrestlers a chance to sharpen their skills. Athletes from OM/WG, Ithaca, Penfield, and South Seneca trained hard over three days of intense sessions and fun competition.
Special thanks to our incredible clinicians:
Josh Antoine (Ithaca HS)
Brandon Gould (Watkins Glen alum)
Connor Lapresi (Utica College)
From takedown matches to beach wrestling at Clute Park and a round-robin tourney, it was an unforgettable experience! #WrestleOMWG #SchuylerStrong
Special thanks to all of the coaches, alumni, and volunteers who made this year's camp an overwhelming success.


SAVE THE DATE AND MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT!
Next Tuesday, July 29th from 8-10am the school Dr. will be here to complete annual school physicals as well as sports physicals. To get on the list call the athletic department 607-535-3280 or email: jahonsberger@wgcsd.org
This is the last round of physicals before fall sports start on August 18th and for students returning to school September 3rd.
Next Tuesday, July 29th from 8-10am the school Dr. will be here to complete annual school physicals as well as sports physicals. To get on the list call the athletic department 607-535-3280 or email: jahonsberger@wgcsd.org
This is the last round of physicals before fall sports start on August 18th and for students returning to school September 3rd.


PSA: Updated Information for the 2026 Storm Clay Trap Shoot Team
Click on the link below to view the press release.
https://5il.co/3m77e
#Schuylerstrong
#Schuylerstorm
Click on the link below to view the press release.
https://5il.co/3m77e
#Schuylerstrong
#Schuylerstorm


We have two featured vacancies for the 25-26 school year! Check out our employment page to learn more about WG https://www.wgcsd.org/page/employment. If you are interested in coaching check our athletics page https://www.wgcsd.org/page/athletics
Come SOAR with us!!
#WGProud
Come SOAR with us!!
#WGProud


🎯 Storm Clay Target Team Shines at Nationals! 💥🇺🇸
Max Ricca and Cordelia Thompson represented Watkins Glen with precision and pride at the 2025 USA High School Clay Target Nationals, competing alongside 1,770 top shooters from across the country.
🔹 Competition Format: Each athlete fired two 50-round sessions, broken into four 25-round scores, totaling 100 rounds on qualifying day.
🏅 Max Ricca (Senior Graduate) delivered a strong 92/100, highlighted by a flawless 25 Straight round 🔥
🎖️ Cordelia Thompson (Junior) stunned with 97/100 in qualifying, securing her spot in Finals, where she racked up a final 95/100! She walked away with 4 awards for Straight Targets and ranked 16th among 290 female shooters, placing her in the top 9% nationwide 💃🔫
👏 Huge applause to our athletes, coaches, families, and community—this team storms ahead with talent, determination, and heart.
#StormClayTarget #USAClayTargetNationals #StraightShooter #TrapTeamPride #TargetSmashers #WGProud
Max Ricca and Cordelia Thompson represented Watkins Glen with precision and pride at the 2025 USA High School Clay Target Nationals, competing alongside 1,770 top shooters from across the country.
🔹 Competition Format: Each athlete fired two 50-round sessions, broken into four 25-round scores, totaling 100 rounds on qualifying day.
🏅 Max Ricca (Senior Graduate) delivered a strong 92/100, highlighted by a flawless 25 Straight round 🔥
🎖️ Cordelia Thompson (Junior) stunned with 97/100 in qualifying, securing her spot in Finals, where she racked up a final 95/100! She walked away with 4 awards for Straight Targets and ranked 16th among 290 female shooters, placing her in the top 9% nationwide 💃🔫
👏 Huge applause to our athletes, coaches, families, and community—this team storms ahead with talent, determination, and heart.
#StormClayTarget #USAClayTargetNationals #StraightShooter #TrapTeamPride #TargetSmashers #WGProud


Here is another #WGProud moment -Congratulations to all the WGHS Varsity Sports Teams and the entire Watkins Glen Central School District community! 🎉
Being named a "School of Distinction" by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) is no small feat. It reflects not only athletic excellence but also a strong commitment to academics. For every varsity team to have at least 75% of its athletes maintaining a 90% GPA or higher is truly impressive.
Congratulations to our Lake Hawk and Storm Teams!
file:///C:/Users/jahonsberger/Downloads/2024_2025_School_of_Distinction.pdf
Being named a "School of Distinction" by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) is no small feat. It reflects not only athletic excellence but also a strong commitment to academics. For every varsity team to have at least 75% of its athletes maintaining a 90% GPA or higher is truly impressive.
Congratulations to our Lake Hawk and Storm Teams!
file:///C:/Users/jahonsberger/Downloads/2024_2025_School_of_Distinction.pdf


Friendly Reminder School & Sports Physicals are being held next Tuesday, July 22nd and Tuesday, July 29th from 8-10am
Give the Athletic Office a call to get on the list!
607-535-3280
Give the Athletic Office a call to get on the list!
607-535-3280


2025 OM-WG Summer Wrestling Camp
July 25-27th
In the Watkins Glen Field House Gym starting at 9am
This 3-day camp will provide lunch or bring their own
Registration is $100 per athlete see the link below to get started
https://www.nyway.org/event/show/578874263?referrer
Any questions contact the coaches:
William Lindsley = william.lindsley@msn.com
Dan Batchelder = dbatchelder@omschools.org
Brandon Gound = bgould.nilco@gmail.com
#schuylerstrong
#2025wrestlingcamp
July 25-27th
In the Watkins Glen Field House Gym starting at 9am
This 3-day camp will provide lunch or bring their own
Registration is $100 per athlete see the link below to get started
https://www.nyway.org/event/show/578874263?referrer
Any questions contact the coaches:
William Lindsley = william.lindsley@msn.com
Dan Batchelder = dbatchelder@omschools.org
Brandon Gound = bgould.nilco@gmail.com
#schuylerstrong
#2025wrestlingcamp


The Dub-G Market will be open this Wednesday from 4-6pm for WG students and families! Lots of good healthy foods will be in stock!
Stop by and Shop
If you can't make this one, join us again in September.
#WGProud
#DUBGMARKET
#Community
#schuylercommunity
Stop by and Shop
If you can't make this one, join us again in September.
#WGProud
#DUBGMARKET
#Community
#schuylercommunity


HEAR YE, HEAR YE!
THE SUMMER ISSUE OF THE SCHOOL MESSENGER HAS BEEN RELEASED
CHECK OUT THE RECAPS FROM THE CLASS OF 2025, SPRING SPORTS AND NEWS FOR SUMMER!
https://5il.co/3ldyx
THE SUMMER ISSUE OF THE SCHOOL MESSENGER HAS BEEN RELEASED
CHECK OUT THE RECAPS FROM THE CLASS OF 2025, SPRING SPORTS AND NEWS FOR SUMMER!
https://5il.co/3ldyx


While our students are soaking up summer fun, our amazing elementary teachers are hitting the books—because even teachers love to learn! 🤓✏️
Today kicks off our Summer Literacy Institute, where they're diving into fresh ideas to make reading and writing magical next year! 🌟📖
Today kicks off our Summer Literacy Institute, where they're diving into fresh ideas to make reading and writing magical next year! 🌟📖



