Watkins Glen Central School District

Another PSA from the WGCSD Transportation Department!

This week is all about spreading School Bus Safety and Awareness to keep our children safe while riding anywhere, anytime on a school bus!
Look ahead and STOP when you see the Red's!

#WGProud
#Schoolbussafetyweek

Upcoming DUB G Market Dates for November Family Shopping!
Any questions reach out to Mrs. Planty - aplanty@wgcsd.org
Come Stop & Shop with Us!
#WGProud
#DUBGMarket
#foodbankofthesoutherntier

Congratulations to Senior, Ava Kelly for being selected as ESPN Ithaca's Fueling Excellence Athletes of the Week! Listen to her Podcast below!

Ava Kelly helped Watkins Glen girls soccer reclaim the IAC title. She recorded a goal and an assist in the tiebreaker game over Elmira-Notre Dame before scoring the lone goal in a 1-0 win over Trumansburg in the IAC Large School Championship.

Hear about Ava's performances here: https://omny.fm/.../fuel.../watkins-glen-soccers-ava-kelly-1


Also, the Star Gazette voting is still going on for Athlete of the week until 12 today!
Keep those Lake Hawk Votes Coming for Ava!
https://www.stargazette.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/10/20/guthrie-athlete-of-the-week-nominees-for-october-18-for-cny-papers-gannett-new-york-section-four/86612664007/

#WGProud
#ESPNATHLETE
#WGLakeHawks

📢 Early Dismissal Reminder!
Just a reminder that school will dismiss early this Friday, October 25th.

Please be sure to make any necessary transportation arrangements ahead of time.

High School Picture Retake Day is October 30th
Order online at www.inter-state.com
Use order code: 0214ZFN

PSA from the WGCSD Transportation Department!
Let's Keep the Awareness going!
Look ahead and STOP when you see the Red's!
#WGProud
#Schoolbussafetyweek

PSA from WGCSD Transportation Department!

We are now up to 14 School Bus Red Stop-Arm vehicle passers in the WG district for the Month of October.

Let's be more aware, cautious and STOP when the Reds are out! Our children deserve to be safe everyday they ride a school bus!

Congratulations to our Watkins Glen Varsity Girls Soccer who earned a hard fought IAC Large School Championship this afternoon! #WGProud

WGHS 8th Grader Kenzie Fish punched her ticket to the @nysphsaa State Championships by winning the IAC Championship in 100 Backstroke with a 59.87! #WGProud #SchuylerStrong Congratulations Kenzie!

Congratulation to our Storm Swimmers and Divers on winning the IAC Championship!! #SchuylerStrong #WGProud

Congratulations to both Modified Soccer Teams !
They have completed their seasons with outstanding records and On top of all Mod teams for the season.
Girls Record Undefeated 8-0
Only 4 goals made against, Lake Hawks Total Season Goals 41!

Boys Record 9-1, Finished on top overall
Only 9 goals made against them, Lake Hawks Total Season Goals 53!
Well played by both teams this season, they grew together, stronger, faster and rose to a great new standard for our youth soccer teams. We cannot wait to see what next year will bring!
Congratulations to all the players, Coach Bunnell & Coach Watson!
#WGProud
#WGLakeHawks
#2025ModifiedSoccer

Tonight our Varsity Girls Soccer Team kicked off the fall championship season with a fourth consecutive Division Championship! They will play for an overall league championship on Saturday at TC3! Game details will be released tomorrow.

PSA:
Every day, millions of children ride school buses to and from school and, their safety depends on YOU.
When a school bus has its stop arm out and lights flashing, it’s the law to stop—no matter which direction you’re coming from. Passing a stopped school bus isn’t just illegal; it’s dangerous and could be deadly.
Across New York State, NYAPT, school districts, and law enforcement are joining forces through Operation Safe Stop—a campaign dedicated to protecting our children and ensuring their safety. We urge all drivers to stay alert and follow school bus safety rules. Stopping for a school bus isn’t just about obeying the law—it’s about protecting the lives of our children and supporting the safety of our community.
Operation Safe Stop reminds us: there’s no room for shortcuts when it comes to safety. Stop for the bus—Every time. Every child. Every stop. Every day

This week, we proudly celebrate the dedicated members of the Watkins Glen Central School District Board of Education, a team of community leaders who volunteer their time, energy, and expertise to ensure every Lake Hawk has the opportunity to soar. Across New York State, school board members collectively oversee the education of more than 2.2 million students and manage over $86 billion in budgets. Our Watkins Glen board is part of that incredible network of service and stewardship. These nine individuals give countless hours to shaping the vision, mission, and future of our district while always putting students first. Thank you for your leadership and commitment to Watkins Glen CSD. You create a shared vision for student success, set direction and ensure accountability for high-quality outcomes, oversee budgets and resources with care and transparency, and foster a positive, supportive culture for staff, students, and families alike. Your commitment to public education and to our Watkins Glen community makes a lasting impact every single day. We are grateful for your service, your heart, and your unwavering belief in our students. Please join us in celebrating and thanking our Board of Education during School Board Recognition Week.

🚨 School Bus Stop-Arm Violations: A Serious Concern 🚨

In just the first 7 days of October, we’ve had 9 reported incidents of drivers illegally passing stopped school buses — 3 of them occurred last Friday alone.

Even more alarming: some of these violations came from behind the bus, meaning drivers are ignoring the extended stop arm and flashing red lights while children are loading or unloading. This is extremely dangerous and completely preventable.
📍 Reminder: When a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended, you must stop — from both directions. No exceptions.

📍 What the Law Says (NY VTL §1174):
When a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended, you must stop — from both directions, even on undivided roads. Children may be crossing the street.
⚖️ Penalties for Violations in New York:
1st offense: $250–$400 fine, 8 points on your license, possible jail time up to 30 days
2nd offense (within 3 years): $600–$750 fine, up to 180 days in jail
3rd or more (within 3 years): $750–$1,500 fine, license revocation, and higher insurance rates
Plus: A Driver Responsibility Assessment Fee of ~$450+ may apply

💛 Our children’s safety depends on your attention and responsibility.
Please slow down, stay alert, and obey the law.

📢 Help us raise awareness — share this message and remind others:
Red lights mean STOP.
Every time.
#SchoolBusSafety #StopForTheBus #ProtectOurKids #WGProud

Looking for an after school enrichment program for your 3rd-6th grade student? Our REACH program is a no-cost opportunity for social time with peers and academic assistance. Reach out to your child's teacher for additional information!

We are pleased to let you know that Hawk House eGift Cards are now available.

These cards can be purchased online or in the Hawk House and used by students for any items at the school store.

They make a convenient option for families and a thoughtful gift for students throughout the year.

Proceeds from Hawk House have directly supported a variety of school programs and student activities, including the Dub G Market, Senior Class of 2026, Yearbook, Youth Track, Senior Play Ads, Drone Soccer, Job and College Fair, and the End of Year Fun Day.

Your support helps us continue to provide these opportunities for our students.

✨🍎 The countdown is over… TOMORROW our teachers and staff are back in the building! 🎉 The halls will soon be buzzing with energy, laughter, and excitement as we prepare for another amazing school year. We can’t wait to welcome our incredible team back and kick off a year full of learning, growth, and fun! 💙📚 🚀 Let’s do this, 2025–2026! 🎥 Be sure to check out the video to see just how excited we are to get started! https://youtube.com/shorts/8YcxlQhTe_4?feature=share

Upcoming Sports & School Physicals coming up
Get Signed up with the school nurse in with the athletic department!