WCSD teachers have spent the last week preparing to start the school year strong! Here you'll see them using technology to learn about MTSS to support our students!

🎉 What an amazing start to the school year! 🎶 Our “Boots on the Ground” convocation was full of energy, spirit, and heart as we kicked off the year with cheer, band, and choir performances as well as inspirational words from leaders in the district and community. 💥👢 We’re ready to hit the ground running—together, we’re marching toward a year of success, growth, and unforgettable moments!

🎉 BACK TO SCHOOL CONVOCATION 2025 🎉
👢 Theme: Boots on the Ground 👢

We’re kicking off the 2025–2026 school year with purpose, pride, and power! Join us as we bring all staff together for an energizing celebration and convocation to set the tone for a successful year ahead. Let’s get ready to lead, support, and inspire—because our boots are on the ground, and we’re all in for our students! 💛🖤

📅 Thursday, August 7, 2025
📍 WCHS Auxiliary Gym
⏰ 8:00 am

🚌 Attention Families!
A new Transportation Request Form must be completed for EACH student in our district.

✅ Student must be enrolled for the 2025–2026 school year
✅ Address must be current in eSchool
✅ Deadline: August 1, 2025

📲 Complete the form here: https://forms.gle/i9VoPYZxhL5ej1m38
Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Submitting by the deadline ensures your student has transportation on Day 1! 🚍

Please complete your free and reduced meal application to support our school programs and ensure you have an application on file for next summer's EBT.

Note: if your student receives SNAP, you do not need to complete an application.

In an effort to maintain a respectful, productive, & orderly environment during Board of Education meetings, the Watson Chapel School District Board of Directors have created guidelines for public comment, which align with best practices & ensure all voices are heard within the structure of our public governance process. Please visit our website to see the document in its entirety.

Education is a cooperative undertaking between the schools and the community, and a successful program can be developed only when there is understanding and communication.

We invite members of our community to share their feedback with the WCSD Board of Education every second Monday of the month. Board meetings are at 6:00 p.m. at the Central Office at 4100 Camden Road. You can register to speak by signing in at a board meeting. Registration opens at 5:30 p.m.

State law requires community speakers to live in the Watson Chapel School District zone, work for WCSD or have a student enrolled in the district. Each speaker will receive three minutes.

📵 Bell to Bell, No Cell! 📵
In alignment with Act 122 of Arkansas, our district is implementing the Yondr pouch system to create focused, distraction-free learning environments. Starting this school year, student devices will be securely stored in Yondr pouches during instructional time — from bell to bell. Let's work together to keep classrooms engaged and minds on learning! 💡📚

📵 Bell to Bell, No Cell! 📵
In alignment with Act 122 of Arkansas, our district is implementing the Yondr pouch system to create focused, distraction-free learning environments. Starting this school year, student devices will be securely stored in Yondr pouches during instructional time — from bell to bell. Let's work together to keep classrooms engaged and minds on learning! 💡📚

For more information, see our previous post with details!

📢 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT for Watson Chapel Families! 📚📵 Starting this upcoming school year, Watson Chapel School District will be implementing Act 122 – "Bell to Bell, No Cell" as part of Arkansas state law. 🔔 What this means: Students will not be allowed to access personal electronic devices (such as cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, etc.) during the instructional day – from the first bell to the last bell. ✅ Why? To promote better focus, fewer distractions, and greater academic success for all students. This change supports a learning environment where everyone can thrive! 💡 Parents, we encourage you to talk with your child about this policy and help ensure they’re prepared. More details will be shared before the first day of school. Let’s work together for a successful, distraction-free year! 🐾

Attention licensed Special Education teachers! Watson Chapel is offering a $3000 recruitment and retention bonus! Apply today at https://wc.schoolspring.com/

Watson Chapel School District will hold a school board meeting meeting Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00 pm located at 4100 Camden Rd, Pine Bluff, AR.

Greetings Wildcat Nation! Due to makeup days, the last day of school is as follows: June 4 - Edgewood, Coleman, WCJH June 5 - WCHS

School is dismissed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Watson Chapel is proud to announce that Takela Moreland has been selected as the district Teacher of the Year!! She will represent the district as our candidate for the Arkansas TOY competition. Congratulations!! Pictured is Mrs. Moreland with the board as well as all the campus Teachers of the Year (Moreland, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Thomas, and Mrs. Williams).

Congratulations to these teachers whose students showed a high level of growth (Value Added Measured Growth) over the last several years. Their consistency and impact have proven effective and you are appreciated! 🖤💛 Pictured front row are Sherita Thomas, Shala Jordan, Joyce Suggs, Daneen Higgins, Janice Soto, Briana Higgins, Deborah Williams

Congratulations to these retirees who were honored tonight at our board meeting! Thank you for your dedication and commitment to education. We salute you! 🖤💛

Watson Chapel School District will hold a school board meeting Monday May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm at 4100 Camden Rd Pine Bluff AR.

Parents, please see the brochure images from DHS regarding summer EBT. More information will be sent to your email address on file with the school if you are eligible.