🌟 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🌟
This week, we celebrate the incredible school counselors in our district who support and empower students every day. Your dedication to fostering a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment does not go unnoticed. Whether you're lending a listening ear, providing guidance, or offering encouragement, you make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.
We are grateful for the care and commitment you bring to your work—thank you for all that you do!
Dr. McGee represented Watson Chapel at the Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce's luncheon on February 5. He shared our mission and vision for the future of our district and community and encouraged more local business leaders to engage and volunteer within our school. "Students can't be what they can't see"
Parents and Guardians,
WCJH starts the ATLAS 2 Interim tomorrow. Please make sure your scholar gets a good night’s rest, a nutritious breakfast and arrives to school no later the than 7:55 a.m. Testing starts 1st period.
We hope you can join us to honor Coach Henderson and this milestone achievement! 🏀 🖤💛
Good Morning Parents,
We are excited to announce the date for the Beta Club Induction Ceremony! It is scheduled for Friday, February 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Watson Chapel High School Auditorium.
To provide important details and answer any questions, we will hold a parent Zoom meeting on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the meeting date.
A reminder for students:
The inductee’s attire for the ceremony is “dress for success” or “Sunday best.” Please ensure that your student adheres to the following guidelines:
No jeans
No Crocs
No pajamas
No mesh or sheer fabric
No tennis shoes
All honorees are expected to follow the dress code to reflect the formality and significance of the occasion.
Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to celebrating this special event with you and your student!
Sincerely,
Miss Lancelin
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!
Due to an overwhelming response, we have extended the deadline for Watson Chapel Junior High Beta Club dues to Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Students can submit their fees to Miss Lancelin during WIN time or to their science teacher. We are currently arranging a new date for the induction ceremony and will inform you once it is confirmed. Thank you for your understanding and support. Any questions can be sent to Ms. Lancelin at dlancelin@wcmail.k12.ar.us
Watson Chapel School District will hold a board meeting Monday January 13, 2025 at 6:00 pm, located 4100 Camden Rd., Pine Bluff AR.
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!
If your child received an invitation to join Junior High Beta Club, the deadline for fees has been extended to Monday, January 13th. This will be the final day fees will be collected. Scholars may bring their fees during WIN time to receive a receipt.
Please note there will be a change in the induction date. Further information will be provided as soon as possible. If you have any additional questions, you may contact me, Ms. Lancelin, via email at dlancelin@wcmail.k12.ar.us.
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.
