Welcome to Waterside!

Upcoming Events

December 12th: Queens College Trip

December 15th: Brooklyn Ballet Trip & PTA Winter Wonderland Party

December 20th: Winter Festival Show

December 21st: Brooklyn Botanical Garden Trip

December 22nd: Dave and Busters Trip (8th Grade)

December 25th - January 1st: Winter Break (School Closed)

January 2nd: Scholars return to school

 

 

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A Message from Principal Najah Gall

    

Hello Waterside Community!

 

I am thrilled to join this incredible school community as your new principal. It is an honor to be a part of such a dedicated and talented group of educators, staff, parents and students.

I am committed to fostering a positive and inclusive school culture where every voice is heard and valued. Together, we will create an environment that celebrates diversity, promotes creativity, and supports each student's individual growth.

I am here to support and empower each one of you as we navigate this journey together. Let's embrace new ideas, collaborate, and inspire one another to reach new heights.

I am excited to meet each and every one of you and make a positive impact on the lives of our students. Here's to an amazing school year filled with growth, learning, and endless possibilities!

#NewPrincipal #ExcitingTimesAhead #TogetherWeAchieve #ThriveatWaterside 

 

"Listen with compassion, learn with conviction, lead with integrity, and educate with love." -Najah Gall, Principal

WSL Hosts Annual Black History Month Performance & Art Show

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

  • Scholars at WSL celebrated Black History at our annual showcase!  Our scholars performed choreographed dances, sang, showcased artwork, and read poetry.  It was an incredible celebration and highlighted the varied talents of our scholars at Waterside!

Congratulations to our WSL Debate Team!!!

Cheryl Wills (Author, NY1 News Anchor/Reporter) Visits Waterside!

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

  • The Waterside School for Leadership community was honored to have Cheryl Wills visit and share her inspirational story with Waterside Scholars.  Wills, a Rockaway native, is the author of Emancipated: My Family's Fight for Freedom and is an award winning reporter and news anchor on NY1 News.  She has also been featured in several television shows (Law & Order) and films (Ghostbusters).  

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