Watkins Glen Elementary School

We are very excited to celebrate our May "Out of this World" students. During our Town Hall meetings, WGES students that had been nominated by a staff member were recognized for the character trait of Courage. Please click the link below to view the slideshow of our students. https://youtu.be/GDkizQ1uFmg We are #WGProud of our Little Lake Hawks! Keep up the great work! #SOAR

🌱 Our Student Council has been hard at work making improvements to the Pevo Garden! 🧤🌸 These students are showing what leadership and teamwork look like. We’re so proud of their efforts to make our school a more beautiful and welcoming place! 💚👏 #WGProud #SOAR

We are very excited to celebrate our April "Out of this World" students. During our Town Hall meetings, WGES students that had been nominated by a staff member were recognized for the character trait of Diligence. Please click the link below to view the slideshow of our students. https://youtu.be/SSuLZtv4ulk We are #WGProud of our Little Lake Hawks! Keep up the great work! #SOAR

Way to go, Schuyler Storm Softball! 🥎 Our team is headed to the Section IV Class B Semi-Finals! According to the official bracket, the Storm will take on the winner of TAE vs. Windsor (playing tonight). 📍 Watkins Glen Softball Turf! 📅 Thursday, May 29, 2025 🕟 4:30 PM Let’s line the fences, pack the stands and show our support—Roll Storm! #SchuylerStrong #WGProud

Come SOAR with us at the Watkins Glen Central School District!! Stop into our employment page and see what makes us #WGProud

Last night’s concert and art show highlighted the remarkable talent of our students. Thank you to our student musicians for delivering a polished, engaging performance, and to our Choral Director (Mrs. Bronwyn Cabuk) and Band Director (Mrs. Sarahjane Harrigan) for their leadership and preparation. The visual art displayed throughout the building was equally impressive. Our student artists showcased creativity, skill, and attention to detail — a clear reflection of the thoughtful instruction and support provided by our art teachers (Mrs. Hackett, Ms. Burke, and Mrs. Coleman) . We're proud to celebrate the work of all involved. Our student artists make us #WGProud

What a whirlwind couple of days! 🎉 Between the WizFit graduation and the 3rd grade Wax Museum, we’ve been BUSY — but in the best way. 😊 So proud of all the hard work, energy, and creativity these kids put into both events. From fitness fun to historical figures, they really brought it all to life! 🏅📚 Check out the links below to see all the fun! 📸🎥 WizFit Graduation: https://youtu.be/EzmrUCIs1VQ 3rd Grade Wax Museum: https://youtu.be/_h6qs5g0VGk

REMINDER: WGCSD Budget Vote & BOE Election The Watkins Glen Central School District Annual Budget Vote and Board of Education Election will take place on Tuesday, May 20th, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Room. ✅ Voters can access the polling location by using the northernmost entrance off of 12th Street. 📂 All budget materials, including the budget newsletter, detailed documents, and presentations, are available here: 🔗 https://www.wgcsd.org/page/business-office

Please join us in congratulating Olivia VanSkiver and Skye Honrath, Watkins Glen High School seniors, on an incredible milestone! 👏 These outstanding students graduated with their Associate Degrees from SUNY Corning Community College — all before receiving their high school diplomas! 🎉 Through dedication, hard work, and participation in CCC’s ACE (Accelerated College Education) program, they earned college degrees while still in high school. Their achievement is a shining example of what’s possible when opportunity meets ambition. The Class of 2025 makes us #WGProud (Photo and story credit to the Odessafile)

📣 WE DID IT! THE PRINCIPAL IS STUCK! 🧻🎉 Things got wild today at Watkins Glen Elementary as students lined up with strips of duct tape, all for one hilarious mission: TAPING PRINCIPAL REGER TO THE WALL! 🧱😂 With every piece of tape, the crowd got louder—and Mrs. Reger stayed cool as ever while slowly becoming a part of school history (and the building). 🤣 Best of all? We raised an incredible $5,000 for the PTO! 🙌 This fundraiser was a sticky success, and it's all thanks to the amazing support from our Watkins Glen Elementary families. Don’t worry—we eventually let Principal Reger down... after a few hundred selfies. 😄📸 Check out all the fun here: https://youtu.be/Uv7db11nLqE

🎉 WE DID IT, WIZFIT WARRIORS! 🎉 Thanks to YOUR incredible effort, energy, and fundraising power, we officially HIT our WizFit Challenge goal! And you know what that means… 💥 THE PRINCIPAL IS GETTING DUCT-TAPED TO THE WALL! 💥 Yes, our fearless leader is about to become a human mural—stuck to the wall as a hilarious, high-flying symbol of our success! 😆🧱 But don’t worry, while she’s "tied up" with duct tape, we’ve got it covered… Introducing our temporary Principal Wesley Dykshoorn and Assistant Principal Bennett Salzer, who will be stepping in to keep things running smoothly while the real boss hangs out—literally! Thank you for bringing your best to the WizFit Challenge and making this unforgettable moment possible. Stay tuned for photos, videos, and all the laughs as we stick to our promise in the most epic way ever! 📸🎬 #WGProud #SOAR #WizFitChallenge #WeHitTheGoal #TapingThePrincipal #StuckOnSuccess

🎉 Pajama Day Celebration! 🎉 Our school is crushing the WizFit Challenge, and it’s time to celebrate in the coziest way possible — PAJAMA DAY! 🛌✨ From jumping jacks to step counts, we’ve been moving, grooving, and supporting each other every step of the way. Now, it’s time to relax and enjoy a fun reward for all our hard work! 🧸 When: Friday, May 16th ☕ Where: Right here at school — in your favorite PJs! 🎈 Why: Because we’re reaching goals and having fun doing it! So grab your comfiest pajamas and let’s celebrate the amazing progress we’re making together! 💪💤

Happy Mother’s Day from WGCSD! Today we honor and celebrate the incredible mothers, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures who nurture, support, and inspire our students every day. Your love and dedication help shape the future. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. Wishing you a day filled with appreciation, joy, and love! You make us #WGProud

SAVE THE DATE! Watkins Glen PTO is teaming up with B.C. Cate PFO and the Schuyler County Youth Bureau to host a Bike Rally! Join us on Tuesday, June 3rd for a fun family event! We are #WGProud to have amazing community partners!

🎉 What a day at the 2025 Job and College Fair! 🎓💼 We welcomed students from Watkins Glen, Odessa-Montour, Elmira, Elmira Heights, Dundee, South Seneca, Sayre, and Bradford for a high-energy morning filled with opportunities and future planning! A huge THANK YOU to our amazing community partners and over 80 colleges, training programs, and employers who came out to support our students’ futures. Your presence made a real impact! Special shout-outs to Kaz Popovich and Cyndy Williams from the Career Development Council, your leadership and coordination made this event a huge success! 👏👏 Together, we’re building pathways to success. 🌟 Shout out to our student Media Intern Deboltmedia (Logan DeBolt '26) for the photos and drone footage. This event continues to get bigger and better each year! A true embodiment of our vision that United, WE SOAR! Our community partnerships make us #WGProud🎉 What a day at the 2025 Job and College Fair! 🎓💼 We welcomed students from Watkins Glen, Odessa-Montour, Elmira, Elmira Heights, Dundee, South Seneca, Sayre, and Bradford for a high-energy morning filled with opportunities and future planning! A huge THANK YOU to our amazing community partners and over 80 colleges, training programs, and employers who came out to support our students’ futures. Your presence made a real impact! Special shout-outs to Kaz Popovich and Cyndy Williams from the Career Development Council, your leadership and coordination made this event a huge success! 👏👏 Together, we’re building pathways to success. 🌟 Shout out to our student Media Intern Deboltmedia (Logan DeBolt '26) for the photos and drone footage. This event continues to get bigger and better each year! A true embodiment of our vision that United, WE SOAR! Our community partnerships make us #WGProud

🍎💪 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Today we celebrate the incredible people behind the trays—our School Lunch Heroes! From early mornings to last-minute menu changes, they do it all with a smile, serving up nutritious meals and kindness every single day. 🥗👩‍🍳 Thank you for feeding our minds and hearts. Your hard work fuels our school community in more ways than one.

We are very excited to celebrate our March "Out of this World" students. During our Town Hall meetings, WGES students that had been nominated by a staff member were recognized for the character trait of Responsibility. Please click the link below to view the slideshow of our students. https://youtu.be/ksxTAQw00g4 We are #WGProud of our Little Lake Hawks! Keep up the great work! #SOAR

📚✨ The Book Fair is HERE! ✨📚 Calling all book lovers, curious minds, and story seekers — the wait is over! Our Book Fair officially kicks off on April 28th and runs through May 5th, and it’s packed with amazing reads for all ages. From page-turning adventures to heartwarming tales and everything in between, there’s something for everyone.

🎉 Today is Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉 Today we give a huge THANK YOU to the incredible administrative professionals who keep Watkins Glen CSD running. From the front desks to the back offices, you do it all — and we simply couldn’t function without you. You: 📞 Answer every call with grace 🗂️ Keep us organized and on track 🚌 Coordinate logistics and schedules 💻 Manage systems and support tech 📅 Handle emergencies and daily chaos 🤝 Welcome students, staff, and families 💡 Make everything work behind the scenes You’re the glue of our district — and today, we shine a spotlight on your dedication, professionalism, and heart. THANK YOU for everything you do! Our Administrative Professionals make us #WGProud

We’re Hiring! Join the Watkins Glen Central School District as a 7-12 Science Teacher and inspire the next generation of scientists! Are you passionate about inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and making science come alive for students? We’re looking for a dynamic, student-centered educator to teach courses that may include Living Environment and Middle-Level Physical Science. 📍 Location: Watkins Glen, NY 📅 Anticipated Start: August 28, 2025 (New Staff Orientation: August 14–15) 📜 Certifications: NYSED Certification in Biology, we will also consider Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics (Grades 7-12 or 5-9) As part of our science department, you'll join a team committed to academic excellence, innovation, and student success. 🔗 Apply on OLAS - https://www.wgcsd.org/page/employment 📞 Questions? Contact Superintendent Kai A. D’Alleva at (607) 535-3220 💬 United, we SOAR! Help us shape a future filled with curiosity, discovery, and learning. #EducationJobs #ScienceTeacher #STEMEducation #TeachingOpportunity #WatkinsGlen #HiringTeachers #NYEdJobs #WGProud