February 13th
“All That & A Bag of Chips”
5th/6th Grade Valentine’s Dance
Come join your friends for a fun, heart‑filled night! ❤️
RSVP by February 11th
WG Elementary Pre‑K Program
2026–2027 School Year
WG Elementary is gearing up for an exciting new Pre‑K school year, and we’d love to welcome you!
📅 Save the Date: March 3, 2026
📘 What to Expect:
Meet our Pre‑K teachers
Tour the Pre‑K classrooms
Complete the Pre‑K pre‑registration form
Ask questions and learn about the program
👧🧒 Who Should Attend?
Families with children who will be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
📞 Questions?
Please contact us at 607‑535‑3219.
Come join our Little Lake Hawks Crew!
Schuyler County Veterans are invited to enjoy coffee, treats, and conversation with our Watkins Glen 8th graders as we honor and thank you for your service.
📅 February 11
⏰ 8:30–9:15 AM
📍 WGHS Library
#WGProud
#Veterans
#Valentines
Yesterday, the Storm Modified Boys Swimming & Diving team traveled to the Maine‑Endwell STAC Invite and delivered an outstanding performance!
There were many personal records (PRs) achieved by both our swimmers and divers across the board. 🏆
👉 Swim event results will be shared in a separate post, so stay tuned!
We’d like to send a big congratulations to our Storm Divers and their Head Coach, Emily Hoffman, on a great showing at the meet.
🎉 Congratulations to:
Lucas Schubmehl
Lucas VanSkiver
Ben DeBolt‑Smith
Each diver achieved a new PR in their diving scores—fantastic work!
#SchuylerStorm
#ModifiedDiving
#WGProud
Students attending Watkins Glen and Odessa-Montour schools are invited to take part in a unique opportunity offered through our schools!
Join one of the nation’s fastest-growing and safest youth sports programs — USA Clay Target League.
✅ Over 55,000 students participated nationwide last year
✅ Open to all skill levels
✅ Focus on safety, responsibility, and teamwork
Now it’s your turn to give it a shot!
📅 Registration Has Opened!
🌐 Register online at Clay Target Go
👉 https://claytargetscoring.com/ams/
Deadline - March 16th
Registration Fee $40
Additional Club information will be coming out tomorrow! And Parent Meeting Informational Night agenda!
Don’t miss out on this exciting experience—spread the word and get signed up!
#claytargetusa
#schuylerstorm
TOMMORROW!
Come stop by and Shop with us!
Goodies on the shelves and freezers are packed!
Students and Families welcome!
Any questions, contact Mrs. Planty
aplanty@wgcsd.org
#foodbankofthesoutherntier
#Dub-GMarket
#WGProud
What an electric night we had on Saturday as the High School Faculty faced off against the Elementary School Faculty in a fast‑paced, crowd‑cheering, bragging‑rights‑on‑the‑line basketball showdown! 🙌🔥
The big question going into the night:
✨ Would the seasoned strategists of the High School take control?
✨ Or would the energetic Elementary challengers pull off the upset?
From tip‑off to the final buzzer, it was neck‑and‑neck action. If you missed it, you missed an incredible back‑and‑forth battle as the Elementary team held their own point for point all night long!
In a thrilling finish, the High School White Squad—cool, composed, and experienced—edged out the win by ONE POINT, claiming victory in the Battle of the Buildings with a final score of 55–54! 🏆👏
🎉 This event was a huge success for the Junior Class of 2027, raising $695 to support their senior trip, yearbook, and more!
💙 Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer, supported our faculty players, and helped behind the scenes. The community spirit made this night unforgettable!
#WGProud 🖤🏀
Open during school hours, Thursday and Friday
Stop in, Browse and Shop
Don't have time, you can order online @ https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/watkinsglencentralhighsch
#scholasticbookfair
Students attending Watkins Glen and Odessa-Montour schools are invited to take part in a unique opportunity offered through our schools!
Join one of the nation’s fastest-growing and safest youth sports programs — USA Clay Target League.
✅ Over 55,000 students participated nationwide last year
✅ Open to all skill levels
✅ Focus on safety, responsibility, and teamwork
Now it’s your turn to give it a shot!
📅 Registration opens February 3rd
🌐 Register online at Clay Target Go
👉 https://claytargetscoring.com/ams/
Deadline - March 16th
Don’t miss out on this exciting experience—spread the word and get signed up!
#claytargetusa
#schuylerstorm
The yellow school bus is far more than a ride to and from school, it is a cornerstone of safety, reliability, access, and opportunity. Each day, a dedicated team of transportation professionals works behind the scenes to ensure students arrive at school and return home safely, efficiently, and ready to learn. Love the Bus Month gives us an opportunity to bring this essential work into the spotlight by recognizing the people, purpose, and pride that define our transportation department.
Throughout the month, our school and community will see a variety of activities designed to celebrate and highlight school transportation, including:
• Student artwork and messages sharing why they love their bus
• Driver and staff spotlights recognizing the faces behind the wheel
• Safety reminders and educational information for students, families, and motorists
• Visible displays of appreciation across our schools and community
We are especially grateful for the leadership of our Director of Transportation, Michelle Clark, and the dedication of our entire transportation department. Their professionalism, commitment to safety, and care for students are essential to the daily success of our district.
While Love the Bus Month officially takes place in February, our appreciation for this work extends far beyond a single month. We invite our entire school community to join us in recognizing and thanking the transportation professionals who help keep our schools connected and our students moving every day.
With appreciation,
Kai D’Alleva
Superintendent of Schools
Kyle Percey
School Business Official
Punxsutawney Phil will emerge at sunrise (approx. 7:07 a.m. ET) at Gobbler’s Knob to make his 140th annual weather prediction. If he sees his shadow, expect six more weeks of winter; no shadow signals an early spring!
Spring Sports are heading our way, Let's shoot for Shadow Tomorrow! Come on Phil help Dub-G Athletics Out!
February is Love the Bus Month, and schools and communities everywhere are celebrating the iconic yellow school bus and the dedicated drivers who safely transport students every day. 🚌✨
This month is the perfect time to recognize the routes, rides, and friendly faces that help make learning possible. Love the Bus Month shines a spotlight on the buses—and the incredible people behind the wheel—who ensure students get to school safely, reliably, and ready to succeed.
Thank you to our amazing school bus drivers for all that you do! 💙
#SchoolBusSafety
#WGProud
#NAPT
The Junior Class Fundraiser Event is about to bring the HEAT!
🏀 BATTLE OF THE BUILDINGS UPDATE🏀
Roster Change Up! Bringing some fans out of the stands to fill the Squads!
Saturday, January 31st – 6:00 PM
Field House Court
It’s the ultimate showdown:
High School Faculty vs. Elementary School Faculty
in a fast‑paced, crowd‑cheering, bragging‑rights-on-the-line basketball clash!
Who will take home the glory?
✨ The seasoned strategists of the High School?
✨ The energetic challengers from the Elementary School?
There’s only one way to find out — BE THERE!
Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring ALL your Lake Hawks spirit! 💙💛
🎟️ Admission:
$5 per person | $20 per family
Let’s pack the stands and make some noise!
#WGProud #funwithfaculty #classof2027
Save the Date
Saturday February 7th
6-8pm @ WGI
RSVP to Mrs. Tara Dykshoorn @ tdykshoorn@wgcsd.org
His victory helped the team finish third place overall.
Hear about Patrick's performance here: https://omny.fm/.../watkins-glen-odessa-montour...
WG Families and Community,
As you are aware, it has been very cold. Tomorrow morning is expected to be even colder, bringing extreme cold, with wind chills between -20° and -25°. In response, the district will implement our Extreme Cold Weather Protocol to support student safety.
Bus Riders: Please wait indoors until your bus arrives, then come out promptly.
Walkers: School buses traveling through town will offer rides along main streets when possible.
All Students: If your child will be outside for any length of time, please ensure they are dressed warmly with coats, hats, gloves, and appropriate winter gear.
For additional guidance on staying safe in extreme cold, please review the NOAA infographic below.
Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our students safe. Stay warm and SOAR Lake Hawks!
Congratulations to Watkins Glen boys basketball’s Jude Santos for earning this week’s 18 Sports Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Simmons-Rockwell Nissan. The standout junior claimed top honors this week with a 21-point performance, to help the Lake Hawks past Edison.
Way to Go Jude!
#WGProud
#WGLakeHawks
Drone Soccer Team Secures 4th Place at GST BOCES Championship Tournament
The Drone Soccer Team traveled to the GST BOCES Coopers Gym Saturday to compete in the GST Drone Soccer Team Championship, a double‑elimination tournament that serves as the official seeding event for advancement opportunities within the U.S. Drone Soccer competitive circuit. This tournament carries the weight and intensity of a state‑level championship, drawing top programs from across the region.
Throughout the day, the team demonstrated strong technical skill, communication, and sportsmanship across four hard‑fought matches.
Tournament Match Results
Win vs. STEM — 24–16, 20–10
Loss vs. Bath — 18–26, 21–26
Win vs. Campbell‑Savona — 21–13, 21–12
Loss vs. Spencer‑Van Etten — 24–20, 37–17
The team’s performance earned them an impressive 4th place finish overall in the championship standings.
Next Steps on the Road to Nationals
With today’s results, the team will enter the next round of competition seeded 4th at the upcoming qualifying tournament hosted at Corning Middle School on February 7th. This event will determine which school programs advance to the Division II U.S. Drone Soccer Championship, held at SUNY Polytechnic in Verona, New York on March 8th.
Teams that qualify and excel at the Division II level will move on to represent the region at the U.S. National Drone Soccer Championship, scheduled for May 18–19 at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Commitment to Excellence
The team continues to exhibit rapid growth in strategy, precision piloting, and engineering problem‑solving—core skills at the heart of drone soccer. Their steady progress and resilience in competition reflect their dedication and the strong support of coaches, families, and their school community.
#WGProud
#Dronesoccerclub
The WG Fitness Center, Indoor Track & Morning Lap Swim will be closed for Monday, January 26th!
See you all Tuesday for regular hours!
