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!
Thinking about joining our amazing trip to Greece? 🇬🇷✈️
Come to Mr. Durfee’s informational meeting next week!
📅 Tuesday, January 27
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Room 736, WGHS
Get the details and RSVP here:
🔗 https://rsvp.eftours.com/uyruumx
Don’t miss your chance to explore Greece with us! 🌅🏛️
⚾ Baseball Open Gyms start Saturday, January 31st!
Coach Westervelt is gearing up for Spring Sports — come get in shape, sharpen your skills, and get ready for the season starting March 9th.
Just show up and play! 💪🏽🔥
Reach out to Coach Westervelt with any questions
jawestervelt@wgcsd.org
#2026baseballseason
#baseballopengym
Open Gym Baseball Schedule ----------->>>>>>>>https://5il.co/3tida
🔥 Get Ready, Lake Hawks! 🔥
The Junior Class Fundraiser Event is about to bring the HEAT!
🏀 BATTLE OF THE BUILDINGS 🏀
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
📣 Get Ready… Get Set… for Math & Movement Interactive Family Fun Night! 🎉
✨ Sponsored by the PTO
📅 Tuesday, February 10th
⏰ 5:45–7:00 PM
📍 Open to all students in Grades K–6 and their families!
Join us for a night of active learning as students practice their math skills, show off their counting talents, and have fun moving and learning together! 💙🧮✨
Have questions?
Reach out to Mrs. Weed at ➡️ hweed@wgcsd.org
Look out for information packets & release form coming home in the kiddos communication folders!
January 27th–30th
Join us as we celebrate and empower our students to create a culture of kindness!
One week. One checklist. Infinite happiness. 💛
Let’s spread kindness together, join us starting Tuesday!
#GreatKindnessChallenge
#WGProud
We’re collecting personal hygiene and care items to help support members of our community who may be in need. ❤️
🧺 Donation baskets are located in both the Elementary and High School main offices.
📍 Items can also be dropped off directly to Mrs. Kellogg in HS Room 723.
📅 Donations accepted January 20 – February 13!
Let’s come together and make a difference, Lake Hawks! 💙
#supportingcommunity
#hygienedrive
#WGDubGMarket
#WGLakeHawks
#WGProud
Contact either the athletic department 607-535-3280
Or the High School Nurse 607-535-3212
