Watson Chapel Junior High

Good morning! Spring testing dates for ATLAS and AP exams are coming soon! Please help our scholars do their very best by ensuring they get good rest and eat breakfast. All tests are scheduled at the beginning of the school day (unless otherwise noted) so it is very important for students to arrive at school on time. We appreciate everything you do to make our partnership a success!

School is dismissed March 17-21 for Spring Break. Enjoy!

Good morning Wildcat Nation! Watson Chapel Schools will observe Spring Break during the week of March 24-28, 2025. School will not be in session during this time.

WCJH Snack Sale - Friday Tomorrow, Friday, March 14th, there will be snacks for sale in the library during lunch. -CASH ONLY- There will be drinks, chips, pickles and candy. Prices start at .25 and go to $3.00. This fundraiser will benefit Student Council, the end of year Fun Day and a student Field Trip.

You are the unsung heros of our district. Thank you for all you do!

Good afternoon! Watson Chapel Schools will observe Spring Break during the week of March 24-28, 2025. School will not be in session during this time.

SEARK College is hosting a pathway to teacher licensure event on March 3 from 3:00-6:30 pm. If you are seeking licensure options, this is a great event to explore the different pathways! See attached flyer for details and register at HTTPS://FORMS.GLE/P2NJ7XTGDWVPX1CE7

WCJH Beta Club is excited to present Black History Spirit Week, happening February 24-28, 2025! We encourage all students to participate and celebrate Black history with us by dressing according to the daily themes: 📅 Spirit Week Themes: 🔴 Monday – Black Pride Day Wear Pan-African colors (red, green, yellow) or African attire. 🎭 Tuesday – Black Historical Icon Day Dress as a Black historical figure or wear a Black historical figure shirt. 🏛 Wednesday – HBCU/College Day Represent an HBCU or any college/university by wearing their gear. 🎶 Thursday – Throwback Thursday Dress in fashion from the 70s, 80s, or 90s. ⚫ Friday – Blackout Day Wear all black or a Black history-themed shirt.

Good afternoon Wildcats, Watson Chapel Schools will resume normal operations on Friday, February 21, 2025. Our away makeup games against Crossett (11:00 am) and Star City (5:30 pm) will be played Saturday, February 22. Stay safe and warm!

Watson Chapel Junior High will be conducting Scoliosis screenings the week of February 24th - 28th. All 6th and 8th grade girls and 8th grade boys will be screened. If you do not want your student screened please send a note to the school nurse, Ms. Reeves.

Watson Chapel High School JROTC competed in the Fort Smith Grizzly State Drill championship along with 22 other JROTC High schools for Armed and Unarmed Regulation, color guard, exhibitions drill. Watson Chapel JROTC results: 3rd place in Armed Drill ( 1st in Army JROTC) 3rd place in UnArmed Drill (1st in Army JROTC) 4th place in Unarmed color guard ( 1st in Army) 4th place in Armed color guard ( 1st in Army) 5th place Unarmed exhibition ( 2nd in Army) 1st place in New Cadet ( 8th and 9 th graders)Overall ( Top in State 4 straight years!!!!!) Watson Chapel 2025 Army JROTC State Drill championship ❤️!!!!!!

Greetings, Wildcat Nation! Out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our students, families, and staff, all Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, February 18 will be rescheduled for Tuesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 27 afterschool. Time: TBA We will continue to follow our early release schedule for today with elementary students dismissing at 1:00 pm and secondary students dismissing at 1:15 pm today. All after school activities, including the basketball game at Crossett, have been canceled as well. Further information on school opening for Wednesday, February 19 will be forthcoming. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Stay safe!

Due to the threat of inclement weather, WCSD has cancelled the basketball games for Tuesday, February 17. Information will be forthcoming on the new day and time once arrangements are finalized. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to keep everyone safe!

Watson Chapel School District is actively monitoring weather forecasts, with winter conditions anticipated Tuesday and Wednesday. No decision has been made yet but in the event of a closure or early release, notifications will be sent promptly through texts, district website and social media, and local news stations. Thank you for your attention and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.

Reminder about Parent-Teacher Conferences that are being held tomorrow. We look forward to meeting with you!

School is dismissed in observance of President's Day on Monday, February 17.

WCJH Student Council Association is having a food fundraiser on Friday, February 14th during student's lunch period. They will be selling Walking Nachos, Hot Dogs, Hot Dogs with Cheese , Chips, and Drinks. Prices range from $3.00 to $1.00.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for February 18 from 2-7 pm. Students will be dismissed early.

Congratulations to the Watson Chapel Junior High students who were inducted into the Jr. High BETA. The induction ceremony was held on Friday, January 7th in the High School Auditorium.