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It’s the dream of every parent: a bright and successful child.  It’s the hope for every student: an excellent, quality education. Today, more than ever, active involvement in a child’s education and the decisions made influence whether a child will realize these hopes and dreams. Take a closer look at the Waterford School District. Your student deserves the very best education. The Waterford School District is prepared to offer it!

The education of our students is our primary focus. We guarantee to all students the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become effective citizens of the world. Our students are successful because parents, staff, and the community share high expectations for quality instruction and successful student learning. We stress quality. Our students and staff are challenged to excel. Waterford students annually represent high achievement in academics, athletics, career and technical education, and performing arts.
 

Waterford has 13 elementary sites that serve approximately 4,800 students each school year. Every elementary school has a new or renovated library/media center and have partnered with the Waterford Township Library. This is an integral part of the learning program of each school and ensures that both students and staff are effective users of information, ideas, and technology. In addition to the traditional elementary schools, Waterford provides an accredited early childhood program at the Stepanski Early Childhood Center. Each school offers expertise and experience in the areas of physical education, art, music, technology, and All Day, Every Day Tuition-Free Kindergarten.
 

The two middle schools in Waterford — Mason and Pierce — employ staff and teachers who are dedicated to making middle school a challenging and rewarding experience. Waterford is firmly committed to the middle school concept of education (grades 6-8, approximately 2,500 students) and has made the transition to that model between the elementary and high school levels. An interdisciplinary team approach has been implemented.  A group of teachers work with the same group of students to meet their unique needs. The curriculum at the middle school level is specifically designed to focus on challenging academic goals, the development of socially acceptable behavior, and other critical human development needs of early adolescents.
 

Waterford has two high schools — Kettering and Mott — and one alternative high school — Waterford Alternative High School, Crary Campus, which educate approximately 3,600 students. Waterford high schools have a proud tradition of accomplishments and continue to educate a community of young men and women who make a lifelong contribution to our community, state, and country. Waterford emphasizes scholarship first, building a strong support curriculum, encouraging critical thinking, and problem-solving.
 

The role of interscholastic athletics in the Waterford School District is to provide educational experiences in the framework of competitive athletics. By focusing on educational outcomes and student learning, athletics provides avenues for physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Our teams have received many district, regional, and state titles over the years. Mott High School Skier Taylor Hunter was crowned MHSAA State Champion at this past winters ski championship. Mott also collected four Kensington Lakes Athletic Association Division titles in the sports of Boy’s Basketball, Competitive Cheer, Girl’s Basketball and Girl’s Bowling. The boys basketball team was also crowned Kensington Lakes Conference Champion. The Girls Basketball and Softball teams captured the MHSAA District Championships and Mott Boy’s Soccer achieved the recognition as Team Academic All State. Kettering captured Kensington Lakes Athletic Association Division championships in Boy’s Bowling, Ice Hockey and Wrestling. The Wrestling team was also crowned MHSAA District Champions and received Academic All-State as a team.
 

In the Waterford School District, we believe music, theatre and visual arts are vital components of a holistic education. Our Performing and Visual Arts students consistently excel. Each year our visual arts students garner many Gold Key and Portfolio awards at Scholastic Arts Exhibits at state and national levels. The performing arts students in band, choir, and orchestra regularly receive Division I ratings at Michigan School Vocal Music Association & Michigan School Band & Orchestra Association festivals.

Waterford facilities underwent extensive remodeling and construction made possible through the passage of a 1999 $60 million dollar bond. In 2003, voters approved a $100 million dollar bond proposal that includes $8 million to be spent on classroom computers, printers, scanners, and other related technology for our students Districtwide. Eighteen new classrooms, instructional support areas, and locker rooms are outlined in the new construction plan. Pool and Fitness Centers were constructed at each high school as well. Expansion of existing elementary gymnasiums, cafeterias, kitchens, and serving areas at the elementary schools has occurred. New entrances, lobbies, classrooms, and support areas are constructed at each middle school. New construction costs total approximately $34 million adding an additional 164,760 square feet. Remodeling costs total approximately $45 million with an estimated 1,106,575 square feet being remodeled at the elementary, middle, and high schools.

Each and every one of our Waterford schools is a great place for your child to receive their education. The Waterford School District offers programs and services to meet the needs of all students. To learn more please contact the school in your neighborhood or the Kurzman Administration Office at 248.682.7800.

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