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Waterford Public Schools

One Team, One Purpose Putting Our Students First!

Why Waterford? Explore the Possibilities...

Why Waterford?

Rigorous Academic Programs

 Opportunities to Earn College Credit

14 Advanced Placement Courses

11 Early College Experience Courses

 World Language Courses in Spanish, French, Latin, & American Sign Language where students can earn a Seal of Biliteracy

The Arts

 Award winning Music & Drama Programs

 Arts curriculum integrated into Elementary Programs

Cutting Edge Technology

 CSDE Recognized Leader in Computer Science at the Elementary Level

 STEM Pathway at Clark Lane Middle School and Waterford High School

 One-to-One Device Program implemented districtwide.

 Youth Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative offering manufacturing skills at Waterford High School

A Community that Cares

 Learning Through Service Program

 Partnership with Youth and Family Services to support families in need.

Explore the Possibilities...

Elementary

Great Neck Elementary School

At Great Neck Elementary School, our motto is “Great Neck School has Kids Who Smile”

Oswegatchie Elementary School

At Oswegatchie we strive to make an extraordinary difference in the lives of others.

Quaker Hill Elementary School

At Quaker Hill we are committed to academic excellence and educating the whole child.

 Before and After School Care Available for All Students

Enriching After School Clubs and Sports

Social-Emotional Programs at all schools

 PBIS Programs that Promote Respect, Responsibility, Safety and Kindness

 Student Council that Oversees Community Service and School Spirit Events

 Peer Mentoring Programs

 School Wide Gardens, Maintained by Classrooms, for use in the Cafeteria

 Exploratory Unified Arts Program, Including 3-D Printing & Design, Visual Arts, Engineering

 Introduction to World Languages of Latin, French, and Spanish

 Peer Mentoring and Leadership Opportunities

 Extracurricular Activities including a Variety of Clubs, Intramurals, and Interscholastic sports

 State of the Art Technology

Secondary

Clark Lane Middle School

Providing a climate that empowers all students to take control of their lives and find their talents and strengths.

Waterford High School

 14 Advanced Placement Courses and 11 Early College Experience Courses Available

 New Courses in Computer Science, Engineering, World Language, and Art

Offering each student a safe and rigorous secondary experience. Respect, compassion, and integrity are at the core of all we do.

 Mobile App Development and Online Courses

 Volunteer OpportunitiesLearning Through Service Program, STEP Educators, Primary Grade Mentor/Tutors

Award Winning Arts, Music and Drama Programs

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 29 Varsity Level Teams, JV and Freshman Teams

Mission

Waterford Public Schools is a community of learners that fosters and supports high aspirations, ensuring every student acquires the skills and knowledge necessary to be a responsible citizen, prepared to contribute and succeed in an ever-changing world.

In support of this Mission, we believe:

 Education is a collaborative responsibility requiring a partnership among the individual, family, school system, and community.

 Safety, integrity, and respect are critical to support success for all learners.

 The greatest potential for learning occurs when an individual’s social, emotional, and academic needs are met.

 Student growth and achievement are enhanced when curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement are valued by all members of the learning community.

 Evidence and information are the foundation of sound decision-making.