Teen Court Volunteers Wanted

Students in grades 9–12 are invited to volunteer with the Jefferson and Lincoln Counties Teen Court. Recruitment runs from August 3 through October 31, 2026. Call 870-541-5455 for more information.

Please review the flyer for complete details

about 15 hours ago, Communications Department
Flyer recruiting Jefferson and Lincoln Counties Teen Court volunteers in grades 9 through 12. Recruitment runs August 3 through October 31, 2026. Volunteers can earn community service hours, gain juvenile justice experience, participate in real court cases, and attend field trips. Orientation will be held September 1, 2026, from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. at the Jack Jones Juvenile Center, 301 East Second Avenue in Pine Bluff. For more information, call 870-541-5455.

🎒 2026–2027 Backpack Policy

Watson Chapel School District families, please prepare for the upcoming school year by following the district’s backpack policy.
Please make sure your student has an approved backpack before the first day of school. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and organized learning environment.

2 days ago, Communications Department
Policy poster from Watson Chapel School District. It shows approved backpacks. One clear and one mesh. Prohibits wheeled backpacks.
The Watson Chapel High School supply list for the 2026–2027 school year is now available.
3 days ago, Communications Department
A list of school supplies needed for Watson Chapel High School. It includes essential and optional items.

Join us July 31 from 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. at 4000 Camden Road. New and returning families can complete or update registration records, meet new school leaders, receive important updates, and explore student organizations.

3 days ago, Communications Department
Document with a yellow and black gradient background. Text in white reads "Watson Check School District Student Check-In & Registration" and "July 31, 2026 | 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M."

Student Registration Checklist

Parents and guardians, please review the student registration checklist and gather all required documents before beginning the enrollment process.

Students will need a Social Security Card, proof of grade, birth certificate, immunization record, and proof of residency. Students entering kindergarten must also provide documentation of a physical examination completed by a medical doctor.

Nonresident families must provide a School Choice acceptance letter or a Declaration of Residency signed by the principal.

4 days ago, Communications Department
A checklist for Watson Chapel School District student registration. It includes Social Security Card, proof of grade, birth certificate, immunization record, and proof of residency.

The Watson Chapel Junior High School supply list for the 2026–2027 school year is now available.


5 days ago, Communications Department
A poster displays the 2026-2027 school supply list for Watson Chapel Junior High School, including core supplies and classroom donations.

The 2026–2027 Coleman Elementary School Supply List is now available! Families of students in grades 3–5 are encouraged to review the list and begin preparing for the new school year.

5 days ago, Communications Department
A colorful flyer from Coleman Elementary School lists school supplies, addresses, and contact details for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Mark your calendars!

New Life Church is hosting a School Supply Mall on July 25, 2026, from 9 AM–2 PM with free school supplies for students while supplies last.

Bring the family and help us prepare for a great school year!

6 days ago, Communications Department
**Alt Text:** Colorful back-to-school flyer for New Life Church’s School Supply Mall. The design features bright school-themed graphics, including crayons, pencils, notebooks, scissors, glue, a backpack, sticky notes, and paint splashes on a dark blue background. Large text reads “School Supply Mall.” The flyer says free school supplies for students will be available while supplies last. Event details: **July 25, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM** at **2801 South Olive Street, Pine Bluff, AR 71603**. Additional text says, “Let’s prepare for a great year!” and “Fun! Food! Giveaways! & More!” Three logos appear along the bottom above the phrase: “Building stronger students. Building a stronger community.”
Watson Chapel School District is partnering with New Life Church to help prepare students for a successful school year. We are collecting new school supplies for the upcoming School Supply Mall on July 25, where students will receive free supplies while quantities last. We welcome donations of basic school supplies, including: backpacks, pencils, pens, crayons, markers, colored pencils, notebooks, composition books, folders, binders, loose-leaf paper, glue, scissors, erasers, highlighters, headphones or earbuds, tissues, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes.

Donation Drop-Off
July 21–23, 2026
9:30–10:30 a.m.
Old L. L. Owen Junior High Building
3605 Oakwood Road
Pine Bluff, AR 71603

Donations may also be dropped off by appointment. Cash donations are welcome and will be used to purchase the supplies most needed. For questions or to arrange a donation, please contact: Katherine Hubanks at khubanks@wcmail.k12.ar.us or 870-341-1798. Every donation, large or small, will help a student begin the new school year prepared and confident. Thank you for supporting our students and families!
6 days ago, Katherine Hubanks
Donation Flyer

Edgewood Elementary’s 2026–2027 School Supply List is now available! School supply lists for every Watson Chapel School District school will be released throughout this week. We are excited to welcome our students back!

6 days ago, Communications Department
An informational list of school supplies for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade at Edgewood Elementary School, 2026-2027 school year.
REMINDER: Wednesday July 22nd is the final day for the Summer Meal pick up. Thank you for everyone who participated this summer.

6 days ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
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Good Morning Wildcats!

Additional tour dates have been added for anyone who would like to see the new Watson Chapel High School building and learn more about what makes WCHS a great place to learn and grow.

Tours will now also be offered on July 20, 21, 27, and 28 at 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM each day.

Registration is required so we can plan for each tour. Please click the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer to select your preferred date and time. Families must register by the Friday before the week of the tour they plan to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIkaXnD-IKbuWIT74fQfi9rqJ9QSvJHCbfN2vKa4CHJkdlQw/viewform?usp=header
6 days ago, Katherine Hubanks
School Tours
Join the Change in the Bluff Aquatic Splash Day on Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 2:00–6:00 p.m. at the Pine Bluff Aquatic Center. The free event will include BBQ, games, activities, wellness resources, community fun, and a school-supply giveaway.

Please review the flyer for complete details.
9 days ago, Communications Department
Flyer for the Change in the Bluff Aquatic Splash Day on Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Pine Bluff Aquatic Center, 400 E. 11th Avenue in Pine Bluff. The free youth event includes BBQ, games, activities, wellness resources, community fun, vendors, and a school-supply giveaway. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, the Watson Chapel School District will continue to share community events, resources, and opportunities designed to help families get their scholars ready for a successful start.

The Busybee Lodge Back 2 School Giveaway will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, with doors opening at 12:00 p.m. Families can enjoy school supplies, food giveaways, free haircuts and braiding, prizes, community resources, and more.

Please review the flyer for complete details.

10 days ago, Communications Department
Flyer for the Busybee Lodge “Back 2 School Giveaway” on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Prince Hall Masonic Lodge, 2906 East Harding Avenue in Pine Bluff. Doors open at noon. The event includes food and school-supply giveaways, prizes, free haircuts and braiding, community resources, and more. Contact Glen Jackson Jr. at (870) 501-1017.

WCSD Community: For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please follow official Watson Chapel School District communication channels. We appreciate community pages sharing district information; however, please use only official district flyers and announcements when reposting. Information may change, and our official platforms are updated accordingly. Before sharing district news, please verify that it comes directly from an official WCSD source. Thank you for helping us keep our community informed.

11 days ago, Communications Department
Black-and-yellow Watson Chapel School District public service announcement encouraging the community to trust official sources. The graphic asks families and community pages to follow the district’s official communication channels, use only official district flyers and announcements when reposting, remember that information may change, and avoid altering district graphics or creating modified versions that could cause confusion. The Watson Chapel School District name and wildcat logo appear at the bottom.
Today is the final day to submit your child's 2026–2027 Transportation Form. All parents and guardians must complete the form, even if transportation needs have not changed.

https://watsonchapelsd.transfinder.com/formfinder/Survey.html?c=watsonchapelsd&t=54a9aec14y52
16 days ago, Communications Department

WCSD Parents & Guardians! Student Check-In and Registration for ALL schools will be held Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM at Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium. Please review the flyer for details.

17 days ago, Communications Department
Watson Chapel School District flyer for 2026–2027 Student Check-In and Registration. The graphic uses black, gold, and white school colors with students standing in front of school lockers. Text reads: “One Stop. One Location. Get Ready for the First Day of School!” Registration will be held Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium, old Watson Chapel High School, 4000 Camden Road, Pine Bluff, AR 71603. The event is for all schools in one location: Edgewood Elementary, Kindergarten through 2nd grade; Coleman Elementary, 3rd through 5th grade; Watson Chapel Junior High, 6th through 8th grade; and Watson Chapel High School, 9th through 12th grade. Bottom text reads: “Preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s opportunities.”
Congratulations to Watson Chapel School District’s 2025–2026 Merit Pay Recipients! 🎉

We are proud to recognize these outstanding educators for their tireless work, unwavering dedication, and commitment to our students, schools, and community. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do to help make WCSD a place where students can learn, grow, and succeed.

Please join us in celebrating our recipients! 🖤💛
19 days ago, Communications Department
**Alt Text:** Congratulations graphic for Watson Chapel School District’s 2025–2026 Merit Pay Recipients. The design uses black, gold, and white school colors with a Wildcat logo at the bottom. Recipients are listed by school: Edgewood Elementary — Anna Miller, Takela Moreland, and Clydine Davis; Coleman Elementary — Amy Bledsoe, Janice Soto, and Darlene Hines; WCJH — Patricia Jones and Sherita Thomas; WCHS — Kathleen Mitchell and Marchelle Knight.
🚌 Important reminder for WCSD families!

The 2026–2027 Transportation Form is due Friday, July 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM to help ensure transportation for the upcoming school year.

Click the link below to complete the form today.
https://watsonchapelsd.transfinder.com/formfinder/Survey.html?c=watsonchapelsd&t=54a9aec14y52
21 days ago, Communications Department
Reminder, we are continuing to pass out meal packs Wednesdays July 8, 15th and 22nd. The 22nd will be our last day.

Meal packs include 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 1 gallon of milk for anyone 18 years and younger.

If you are already on the pick up list, you do not need to complete it again.
24 days ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
meals