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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!
about 1 hour 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!
about 2 hours ago, Communications Department

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.

3 days 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.
3 days 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.
WCHS families are invited to our Annual Title I Meeting on Thursday, August 27, at 5:30 PM in the WCHS Library. Learn how Title I funding supports students and how families can participate in planning for student success. We look forward to seeing you!
3 days ago, Communications Department
Flyer for the Watson Chappell High School Annual Title I Meeting on August 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Location: WCHS Library.
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!
6 days ago, Communications Department
Advertisement for Watson Chapel School District with two women. One wears glasses, the other wears a green shirt.
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
7 days ago, Communications Department
An advertisement features five men in suits and ties. The title reads "BOYZ II MEN". Details include date, skills and registration.
🌟 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! 🎤🎨💃
10 days 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.
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.
15 days 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.
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!
19 days 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
20 days ago, Communications Department
The Pine Bluff Black Firefighters Association will host its Project Fresh Start Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway on Saturday, August 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Bethel New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 1115 Commerce Road in Pine Bluff.

Please review the flyer for additional details.
20 days ago, Communications Department
An event poster for Brave Fresh, sponsored by Bethel New Bethel Church. Features event details, sponsors, and contact information.

Bus Route Information Update

Bus route assignments will be sent to all bus riders by the end of the day today, Friday, August 7, 2026. Information will be sent to the email address associated with the student’s eSchool account.

Please check the email linked to your student’s eSchool profile for their assigned route information.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as we prepare for a successful start to the school year!

20 days ago, Communications Department
Advertisement for bus riders showing a yellow bus. Text highlights information about receiving bus route information by email.

Stay connected with Watson Chapel School District, all in one place!

Download the WCSD app for district news, school updates, events, class notes, alerts, reminders, messaging, and more.

Search “Watson Chapel SD, AR” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and download it today! 📱🐾

21 days ago, Communications Department
A smartphone displaying an app interface. It shows options like messaging, events, and alerts. A football is on the screen.
Wildcat Men, we need you!

Dads, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, mentors, coaches, veterans, pastors, and positive male role models are invited to join us on Monday, August 10, to welcome our Wildcats on the first day of school.

Your presence will provide encouragement, support, and a strong start to the new school year. Capture and share your first-day photos using #WildcatSendOff.
23 days ago, Communications Department
A poster invites men to join on a specific date for an event. It features a man and a boy smiling and posing for a photo.
📣 Watson Chapel families, mark your calendars!

Open House and Student & Parent Orientation are coming up this week for some of our schools! Meet teachers, tour the schools, take ID pictures, class schedules, receive important information, and prepare for a successful 2026–2027 school year.
24 days ago, Communications Department
Black and yellow text on a white background lists open house dates for schools. Details for Edgewood, Watson Chapel High, and Watson Chapel Junior High.
You still have time to get here, we’re here until 6:00 p.m.!

Get your questions answered, sign up for clubs and organizations, meet with our school leaders, and, most importantly, complete your paperwork now so you’ll have less to worry about when school begins!
27 days ago, Communications Department
An event poster with a basketball court in the background. It reads, "Guess who we're missing?" and "Student Check-in & Registration".

Join First Ward Living Grace Pantry for an incredible community event as we help families prepare for the new school year! 📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026 🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

FREE while supplies last: 🛒 Groceries 🏠 Household Items 🧼 Hygiene & Toiletry Products ✏️ School Supplies 🎁 And much more!

27 days ago, Communications Department
A flyer for the Largest Back to School Giveaway Ever at Jefferson County on August 1, 2026.
Here are just a few of the smiling faces ready to welcome you to a wonderful year at Watson Chapel!

Stop by our one-stop registration and check-in event to get everything your family needs for a successful school year.

📅 Today
⏰ 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

We look forward to seeing you!
27 days ago, Communications Department
Five cheerleaders in matching yellow tops and black skirts, standing in a hallway with a door behind them.
Two young women wearing yellow and black uniforms stand outside a building. They hold papers and wear sneakers.
Person at a table with various papers, a blue bag, and a sign reading "Edgewood Elementary" in a gym.

Today is Student Check-In and Registration for the 2026–2027 Watson Chapel school year from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. All schools will check in at one location:

Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium ( old Watson Chapel High school Gym)
4000 Camden Road
Pine Bluff, AR 71603

Please attend during the scheduled hours to complete the registration and check in process.

27 days ago, Communications Department
**Alt Text (Accessibility Description):**  Square graphic for Watson Chapel School District Student Check-In and Registration. The design features black, gold, and white school colors with the headline, “Today is Registration Day! We’re excited to welcome you!” Event details state that registration will take place on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium (Old Watson Chapel High School), located at 4000 Camden Road, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603. The graphic notes that all schools will register at one location, including Edgewood Elementary (Kindergarten–2nd Grade), Coleman Elementary (3rd–5th Grade), Watson Chapel Junior High (6th–8th Grade), and Watson Chapel High School (9th–12th Grade). Background photos show families and staff participating in the registration process. The bottom of the graphic reads, “Let’s Get Ready for a Great School Year!” and welcomes students and families to the new school year.