Welcome to Watertown School District, where our collective goal is to empower all students to succeed in an ever-changing world. Our District is empowered through the support of our caring community. We provide learning options, programs, and services for our 4,000+ students and their families at the following buildings:

• McKinley Early Childhood Center

  • Preschool, Junior Kindergarten, and Kindergarten

• Jefferson, Lincoln, and Mellette Elementaries

• Intermediate School (5 and 6)

• Middle School (7 and 8)

• High School

Other highlights:

• Special services staff support our students in programs such as our Title 1 Preschool, junior kindergarten, gifted programs, Structured Learning Center, and Transition Campus.

• Social Emotional Learning is a priority for the district; the team consists of around 14 staff members that include counselors and psychologists.

• Nurses, therapists, and specialists support students’ health and development.

• Bus drivers, nutritional services, office staff, and maintenance staff create an environment and provide services that help our students thrive.

• Monthly early dismissals give educators time for growth and development.

• A grant supports student attendance initiatives, including Family Support Specialists.

• Coaches and staff provide a variety of extracurricular and cocurricular activities.

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