Watson Chapel School District

The first event of our "Wildcats are WILD About Reading" initiative kicked off today with Craig O'Neill as our special guest reader! Staff were treated to breakfast sponsored by Baldwin & Shell and a special appearance by Mayor Vivian Flowers, who shared words of encouragement to students. A big "thank you" to all community and Chamber of Commerce members and Baldwin & Shell staff who took time to stop by to tell our students about the importance of reading!🖤💛

We hope you can join us to honor Coach Henderson and this milestone achievement! 🏀 🖤💛

As part of our Wildcats Are WILD About Reading! district-wide reading initiative, we are excited to announce our first gues reader, Mr. Craig O'Neill! He will be visiting Edgewood Elementary on February 3 to read to our students! Dr. McGee is also hosting volunteer readers at Edgewood on the following dates: February 27, March 20, April 17, and May 15. If you would like to volunteer to read to a kindergarten or first grade class, please complete the Google Form (link below). If you have any questions, please email Traci Holland, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction at tholland@wcmail.k12.ar.us. Form: https://tinyurl.com/56v6tuvw

WC JROTC participated in the Malvern Drill Meet on Saturday, January 18, 2025 and won several awards! 2nd place in Unarmed, 1st place in Armed, 1st place Female, 5th place Male, 4th place CoEd, 1st place in 4 Man Push Up, and Overall Champion for the team. Way to go!!

As part of our Wildcats Are WILD About Reading! district-wide reading initiative, Dr. McGee is hosting volunteer readers at Edgewood Elementary on the following dates: February 3, February 27, March 20, April 17, and May 15. If you would like to volunteer to read to a kindergarten or first grade class, please complete the Google Form (link below). If you have any questions, please email Traci Holland, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction at tholland@wcmail.k12.ar.us. Form: https://tinyurl.com/56v6tuvw

Greetings Wildcat Nation, Some school bus stops & times will change starting Monday, January 27, 2025. Be sure to look for detailed information from your child's school Wednesday regarding hanges. We appreciate your attention to these changes & cooperation as we work to ensure smooth & efficient transportation for all students.

School will be dismissed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. School will resume Tuesday, January 21.

Greetings, Wildcat Nation! We are excited to announce our district-wide reading initiative, Wildcats Are WILD About Reading! Our goals include increasing daily reading for all K-12 students as well as WCSD staff and building a culture of reading for all stakeholders. We will accomplish these goals through community partnerships, volunteer readers, etc. More detailed information is forthcoming so be on the lookout to sign up to read to students at Edgewood Elementary!

High School's turn!! Starting tomorrow (January 15th) Watson Chapel High School Cafeteria will start offering Hot Chocolate with breakfast on Wednesdays. This is only available in the cafeteria and will be included with breakfast at no charge. If it goes well, we may extend for other days too.

Watson Chapel School District will hold a board meeting Monday January 13, 2025 at 6:00 pm, located 4100 Camden Rd., Pine Bluff AR.

Starting tomorrow (January 14th) Watson Chapel Junior High Cafeteria will start offering Hot Chocolate with breakfast on Tuesdays. This will be included with breakfast at no charge. If it goes well, we may extend for other days too.

Greetings Wildcat Nation! The Watson Chapel School District will operate on its regular schedule on Monday, January 13, 2025. All extracurricular activities will continue as planned. We sincerely thank each of you for your understanding and cooperation. The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We are committed to providing a secure and supportive environment for everyone in our district. Your continued support means the world to us. Let’s work together to make it a great day! Stay safe and take care!

Greetings, Wildcat Nation! Watson Chapel School District is currently monitoring road conditions as well as the conditions at each campus to ensure the safety of both our students and staff. A decision will be made by 5:00 pm today regarding possible school closures. Please monitor your text messages and email along with the district website and social media for updates. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Stay safe!

Greetings, Wildcat Nation! Out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our students and staff, all Watson Chapel Schools will close Thursday, January 9, 2025. Schools will remain closed on Friday, January 10, 2025. All after school activities and events for Thursday and Friday are canceled. Further information on school opening for Monday, January 13, 2025 will be forthcoming this weekend. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Stay safe!

Congratulations to Our Coleman Scholars of the Month for November and December! Thank you for exemplifying ROAR expectations and setting a positive example for others. Keep up the fantastic work! Taylour Nelson Bella Laws Kamauri Briggs Ava Williams Destiny Burnett Lauren White Lamarion Robinson Gary Williams Ja'Kary Moore Maya Nahshal Chevy Robertson -Not Pictured

WCSD is hosting a food basket giveaway on Monday, December 23 at the WCJH parking lot from 9 am - 12 pm. Baskets will contain meat, sides, and canned goods and will be given on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parents can drive up, pop the trunk, & volunteers will load your vehicle.

WCJH hosted a Glow Ball on December 13 to celebrate students who did well on the ATLAS Interim Assessment! Congratulations!

A big thank you to the WCHS Turkey Court for their generosity in donating canned goods to The Wildcat Store! If your family could benefit from the products in The Wildcat Store, fill out the application on our website and someone will be in contact.

Kids in the Kitchen's second term registration is open until January 16 for 5th grade students! This session will run from February 3 - March 17. There are 20 spots available and registration forms can be picked up from their teacher or in the office. Transportation from the district will be provided at no charge and students should be picked up by 5:30 pm at the Watson Chapel Public Library. *Program presented by UAPB School of Agriculture and Human Sciences EFNEP Program.