IMPORTANT NOTICE: EARLY DISMISSAL FOR WCHS & WCJHS

Watson Chapel School District Families and Community,

Approximately 11:40 a.m., the district administration of Watson Chapel School District (WCSD) was made aware of an unexpected, hazardous power utility pole that needs immediate attention.

Due to an emergency utility power pole being replaced and creating this hazardous condition, Watson Chapel High School (WCHS) and Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS) will dismiss early today at 1:30 p.m. This decision is being made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Both schools will follow the normal dismissal operations.

All elementary schools are not affected and will continue to operate on their normal schedules.

Additionally, tonight’s football game against Jacksonville High School will continue as scheduled.

We appreciate the patience, understanding, and cooperation of our families as we respond to this unexpected situation. The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority.

Watson Chapel School District
2 months ago, Communications Department
Keeping Game Day Safe for Everyone! We look forward to seeing you tomorrow as the Wildcats take on Jacksonville at 7:00 PM. Come out, show your Wildcat pride, and help us make game day safe and enjoyable for everyone!
2 months ago, Communications Department
A poster with yellow background and black text. It reads "Watson Chapel Home Games" and details rules for students.
High school parents and families, please note that tonight’s Title I Meeting has been canceled. We will reschedule the meeting for a later date and share the updated information as soon as it is available. Thank you for your understanding!
2 months ago, Communications Department

Coleman Families: Beginning Monday, August 31, car rider cards must be clearly visible on the dashboard during dismissal. Families without a visible card will need to park and come inside with a valid photo ID. If you need another card, don’t hesitate to get in touch with your child’s homeroom teacher.

Car rider dismissal ends at 3:10 PM. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and efficient!

2 months ago, Communications Department
A flyer with a yellow car rider card shows reminders. It includes effective date, card procedure, and dismissal time.

Picture day is coming up!

🎓 Senior Picture Day
📅 Friday, September 4, 2026
⏰ Beginning at 9:00 a.m.

📷 Fall Individual Pictures for Grades 9–11
📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ Beginning at 9:00 a.m.

2 months ago, Communications Department
Poster shows Wildcat mascot with a camera. Text reads "Wildcat Picture Day". Senior day listed as September 4. Underclass day listed as September 18.
Sunflower Social

Join The Compass Rose Club on Saturday, August 29, from 5:00–11:00 p.m. at the Compass Rose Community Garden for a free evening of food, fun, community, and an outdoor movie.
2 months ago, Communications Department
Flyer for The Compass Rose Club’s Sunflower Social: A Kickback in the Garden on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 5:00–11:00 p.m. at the Compass Rose Community Garden, 1800 W. Havis Street in Pine Bluff. The free event includes garden tours, popcorn, food vendors, charcuterie, refreshments, a possible UAPB football watch party, and an outdoor movie. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends. For more information, call 501-777-5450.
Watson Chapel School District welcomes Dr. Robin and Ms. Canada as our new Prevention Recovery Coordinators through the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership. They will work with school staff to provide prevention, early intervention, and recovery support for students. Please join us in welcoming them to WSCD!
3 months ago, Communications Department
Advertisement for Watson Chapel School District with two women. One wears glasses, the other wears a green shirt.
Change at Watson Chapel High School Cafeteria.
3 months ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
A yellow background displays information about new trays at Watson Chapel High School, with a lion logo. Trays with various foods are shown.
Ark of a New Covenant presents "Boyz II Men", a life-skills experience designed to teach young men practical skills, confidence, responsibility, and leadership as they transition from boys into young gentlemen.

📅 September 13, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
📍 Location: TBA
📝 Registration Deadline: September 1, 2026
3 months ago, Communications Department
An advertisement features five men in suits and ties. The title reads "BOYZ II MEN". Details include date, skills and registration.
If your student attends Edgewood Elementary and has a peanut allergy, please see the below notice. We are considering offering peanut butter in our cafeteria at Edgewood but want to ensure all students are safe.
3 months ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
A yellow banner features an advertisement for peanut butter. A cartoon character holds a cookie and a peanut butter cup.
Watson Chapel School District Cafeteria do Offer vs. Serve at all of the schools.

This means that students are offered all 5 required food groups each day but don't have to take all of them if they don't want to - or they can take them all. They do need to take 3, with one being a fruit or a vegetable.

So tomorrow at Coleman, they are having Spaghetti, Green Beans, Carrots, Breadstick, Fruit and Milk. Cafe servers will be asking the students "do you want green beans," and "do you want carrots?" Please help your students understand that we will be asking and they can say yes or no.

If you have any questions about this, please contact Paula Bailey at 870-515-4090 or pbailey@wcmail.k12.ar.us.
3 months ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
Bright flyer with "Offer vs Serve at Coleman" in bold at the top. Text below explains the cafeteria's food choice system.
🌟 Students in Grades 9–12: Show Us Your Talent!

Are you a singer, musician, dancer, actor, or visual artist? Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Tau Phi Chapter is inviting students in grades 9–12 to enter the 2026 Talent Hunt Competition!

Compete for cash prizes of $500, $250, or $100! 🏆

📅 September 15, 2026
⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Pine Bluff Public Library

Interested in entering? Contact Brother Dante Tippin at 501-786-7450 or dmtippin@ipa.net.

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your talent! 🎤🎨💃
3 months ago, Communications Department
A poster advertises a talent hunt event by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. TAU PHI Chapter. Details include location, date, and time.
Edgewood Elementary ATLAS Screener Begins Next Week! 📚

Edgewood families, the ATLAS Screener will begin next week. This short assessment will be given one time this school year to help teachers better understand what our scholars already know, what they are ready to learn, and how we can best support their growth.

The ATLAS Screener is not a pass-or-fail test. It is simply a tool to help our teachers plan instruction and meet the needs of every scholar.

Attendance and punctuality are especially important during the screening period. Screeners are given in the morning, so scholars should arrive on time by 7:45 a.m.

Thank you for partnering with us to give our scholars the best start possible this school year! 💛🖤

On time. Every day. Ready to R.O.A.R.!
3 months ago, Communications Department
Bright poster with "Edgewood Elementary Atlas Screener Will Begin Next Week" at the top. It shows a lion, clock, and other icons.
Change in Edgewood Elementary's breakfast menu for Friday, August 14th.
3 months ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
An advertisement for a breakfast menu with a crossed-out pizza. Text includes "Very Berry Yogurt Pizza Parfait."
The Arkansas Travelers Youth Foundation is sponsoring a FREE baseball and softball clinic for youth with special needs!

They are also looking for volunteers who are ready to lend a helping hand, encourage our young athletes, and help make this a fun and memorable experience for everyone.
3 months ago, Communications Department
A flyer for the Arkansas Travelers Youth Foundation. It advertises a free baseball/softball clinic for youth with special needs. QR code and contact info provided.
Coleman Elementary Orientation is here! 💛🖤

Join us today from 4:30–5:30 PM in the gym as we prepare for an exciting new school year!

We can’t wait to welcome our Coleman Wildcats and kick off a great year together! 📚✨
3 months ago, Communications Department
Watson Chapel Junior High has a salad bar!!
3 months ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
Green background, "WC Junior High Veggie and Salad Bar" text, lion mascot, salad bar with vegetables and dressings, leaves.
Follow Watson Chapel School District's Facebook to receive notifications of new items in the cafeterias.
3 months ago, Watson Chapel Food Service
An orange poster featuring a tiger logo, text "Very Berry Yogurt Pizza", and a picture of the pizza on a plate.
Join us on Monday, August 10, as we welcome our Wildcats back to school and help them begin an incredible new year. Your presence on the first day will send a powerful message of encouragement, support, and Wildcat pride.

Be sure to capture the moment and share your first-day photos using #WildcatSendOff!
3 months ago, Communications Department
An older man and a student are smiling and taking a selfie outside a school building.
If you haven’t had a chance to complete the 2026–2027 Transportation Form, now is the time! Please complete the form before school starts to help ensure your student’s transportation needs are on file and ready for the new school year.

https://watsonchapelsd.transfinder.com/formfinder/Survey.html?c=watsonchapelsd&t=babeea79tl1b
3 months ago, Communications Department