Watson Chapel Junior High
Home of the Wildcats
Attention Junior High Parents and Guardians- see attached flyer regarding the first Parent-Teacher Organization meeting of the school year. Please note there has been a date change.
WCJH Parents & Guardians — Important Checkout Reminder
To ensure a safe and orderly end-of-the-day dismissal, student checkouts will end at 3:15 p.m. each day.
If your child needs to leave school early, please arrive and complete the checkout process before 3:15 p.m. After 3:15 p.m., students will remain at school and follow our regular dismissal procedures.
Checkout Cutoff: 3:15 p.m.
School Dismissal: 3:40 p.m.
This procedure allows our teachers, office staff, and administrators to transition into their dismissal and supervision responsibilities safely and efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in keeping our Wildcats safe!
WCJH Administration
To ensure a safe and orderly end-of-the-day dismissal, student checkouts will end at 3:15 p.m. each day.
If your child needs to leave school early, please arrive and complete the checkout process before 3:15 p.m. After 3:15 p.m., students will remain at school and follow our regular dismissal procedures.
Checkout Cutoff: 3:15 p.m.
School Dismissal: 3:40 p.m.
This procedure allows our teachers, office staff, and administrators to transition into their dismissal and supervision responsibilities safely and efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in keeping our Wildcats safe!
WCJH Administration
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.
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.
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!
Be sure to capture the moment and share your first-day photos using #WildcatSendOff!
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
https://watsonchapelsd.transfinder.com/formfinder/Survey.html?c=watsonchapelsd&t=babeea79tl1b
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.
Please review the flyer for additional details.
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!
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! 📱🐾
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.
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.
📣 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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
📚 2026–2027 NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION REMINDER
Parents and guardians, please make sure you bring all required documents. Your child cannot be enrolled until the necessary information has been received.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to welcome you to Watson Chapel Junior High School for our 2026–2027 Student & Parent Orientation!
6th Grade: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
7th & 8th Grade: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
During orientation, you will meet the WCJH Leadership Team, learn about school expectations and procedures, receive important Title I information, take a guided tour of the campus, and prepare for a successful first day of school.
Please see the attached flyer for additional details. We look forward to partnering with you for an outstanding school year and welcoming you to the Wildcat Family!
Respectfully,
Administration
We are excited to welcome you to Watson Chapel Junior High School for our 2026–2027 Student & Parent Orientation!
6th Grade: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
7th & 8th Grade: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
During orientation, you will meet the WCJH Leadership Team, learn about school expectations and procedures, receive important Title I information, take a guided tour of the campus, and prepare for a successful first day of school.
Please see the attached flyer for additional details. We look forward to partnering with you for an outstanding school year and welcoming you to the Wildcat Family!
Respectfully,
Administration
DID YOU KNOW?
Tomorrow, Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, is Student Check-In and Registration Day for the 2026–2027 school year!
🏫 All Watson Chapel schools will register at one convenient location:
📍 Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium (Old Watson Chapel High School gym)
📍 4000 Camden Road, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Take advantage of this one-stop opportunity to complete registration and get ready for an amazing school year. We look forward to welcoming our Wildcat families tomorrow!
#WatsonChapel #WCSD #BackToSchool #WildcatPride 🐾📚✨
Tomorrow, Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, is Student Check-In and Registration Day for the 2026–2027 school year!
🏫 All Watson Chapel schools will register at one convenient location:
📍 Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium (Old Watson Chapel High School gym)
📍 4000 Camden Road, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Take advantage of this one-stop opportunity to complete registration and get ready for an amazing school year. We look forward to welcoming our Wildcat families tomorrow!
#WatsonChapel #WCSD #BackToSchool #WildcatPride 🐾📚✨
WCJH Beta Club Named a 2025–2026 National Beta School of Merit
Watson Chapel Junior High School is proud to announce that the WCJH Beta Club has been recognized as a 2025–2026 National Beta School of Merit.
This distinguished honor recognizes schools that demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, character, and service. This year, 6,103 Beta clubs nationwide received the recognition.
Congratulations to our WCJH Beta scholars, their families, Sponsor Miss Deaquanita R. Lancelin, and the entire school community on this outstanding accomplishment!
Watson Chapel Junior High School is proud to announce that the WCJH Beta Club has been recognized as a 2025–2026 National Beta School of Merit.
This distinguished honor recognizes schools that demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, character, and service. This year, 6,103 Beta clubs nationwide received the recognition.
Congratulations to our WCJH Beta scholars, their families, Sponsor Miss Deaquanita R. Lancelin, and the entire school community on this outstanding accomplishment!
Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year at Watson Chapel Junior High School
Watson Chapel Junior High School is preparing for an exciting new year centered on high expectations, strong relationships, structured systems, and student success.
Registration Check-In will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the Watson Chapel Junior High Gymnasium. Families will be able to complete paperwork, confirm student information, connect with staff, and prepare for the new school year.
The first day of school is Monday, August 10, 2026.
Families are encouraged to review the school’s cell phone, student badge, and weapons detection policies before the first day of school. For additional assistance, please contact the front office at (870) 879-3230.
📚 Watson Chapel Junior and Senior High Schools’ 2026–2027 Block Schedule
Students should carefully review their assigned A3/B3 lunch and floor schedules to ensure they report to the correct class and location on time.
Please save this schedule for future reference and review it with your student. We look forward to a successful 2026–2027 school year!