Watson Chapel Junior High
Home of the Wildcats
📚 Parent-Teacher Conferences at WCJH!
Parents and guardians, we want to see you! Watson Chapel Junior High School will host Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 15 and Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 1:30–6:30 PM.
This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, review grades, ATLAS assessment results, attendance, intervention support, strengths, and areas for growth.
Please note that teachers will have a lunch break from 3:30–4:00 PM and will not be available for conferences during that time.
We believe Parents Are Our Partners, and together we can help every student succeed!
Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Opportunities
Mr. Reginald D. Forte, Principal
Mr. Dedrick Cross, Assistant Principal
Parents and guardians, we want to see you! Watson Chapel Junior High School will host Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 15 and Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 1:30–6:30 PM.
This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, review grades, ATLAS assessment results, attendance, intervention support, strengths, and areas for growth.
Please note that teachers will have a lunch break from 3:30–4:00 PM and will not be available for conferences during that time.
We believe Parents Are Our Partners, and together we can help every student succeed!
Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Opportunities
Mr. Reginald D. Forte, Principal
Mr. Dedrick Cross, Assistant Principal
Parents and Guardians, We're sharing the Watson Chapel Junior High School-Parent Compact with all students today in their Science class. Please take a moment to ask your student for their copy, read through it together, sign it, and have your student bring it back to their Science teacher.
Come support our Lady Wildcats at the Black & Gold Game, a fun evening of volleyball, entertainment, school spirit, and friendly competition, all while helping raise money for the volleyball program!
📅 September 9 | ⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 High School Arena | 🎟️ $5 Cash Only
From our student-athletes to our faculty, it’s all about coming together, having fun, and supporting our Wildcats! Together We ROAR! 🐾🏐
📅 September 9 | ⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 High School Arena | 🎟️ $5 Cash Only
From our student-athletes to our faculty, it’s all about coming together, having fun, and supporting our Wildcats! Together We ROAR! 🐾🏐
Can you imagine a world without hunger? 💚 Together, we can help make that vision a reality. TOPPS is hosting its September Food Distribution to help ensure families in our community have access to the food they need. Please share and help spread the word!
Get ready for the 2026–2027 athletic season! 🏆
🎟️ Student Pass:$50 + $4.50 surcharge
🎟️ Adult Pass: $100 + $7.50 surcharge
Your digital pass gives you access to WCSD home athletic events all season long. Students must be current WCSD students and show a Student ID; adults must show a valid ID at entry.
*Excludes benefit games and tournaments.*
🎟️ Student Pass:$50 + $4.50 surcharge
🎟️ Adult Pass: $100 + $7.50 surcharge
Your digital pass gives you access to WCSD home athletic events all season long. Students must be current WCSD students and show a Student ID; adults must show a valid ID at entry.
*Excludes benefit games and tournaments.*
Happy Labor Day from WCSD 🇺🇸✨
Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and hustle that keeps our community going. We hope you enjoy the day and relax a little, you’ve earned it!
Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and hustle that keeps our community going. We hope you enjoy the day and relax a little, you’ve earned it!
🇺🇸 Labor Day Closure
Watson Chapel School District will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
Classes and normal district operations will resume Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
We wish all of our Wildcat families, staff, and community a safe and enjoyable Labor Day! 💛🖤
Watson Chapel School District will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
Classes and normal district operations will resume Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
We wish all of our Wildcat families, staff, and community a safe and enjoyable Labor Day! 💛🖤
🏈 IT’S GAME DAY, WILDCAT NATION!🖤💛
The lights are on, the energy is up, and the Wildcats are ready to defend the Chapel! 🐾
📅 Friday, September 4, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Watson Chapel Stadium
Show up, be loud, and bring that Wildcat pride!
ONE TEAM. ONE PRIDE. ONE CHAPEL.
#GameDay #WatsonChapel #WildcatFootball #WildcatPride #DefendTheChapel
The lights are on, the energy is up, and the Wildcats are ready to defend the Chapel! 🐾
📅 Friday, September 4, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Watson Chapel Stadium
Show up, be loud, and bring that Wildcat pride!
ONE TEAM. ONE PRIDE. ONE CHAPEL.
#GameDay #WatsonChapel #WildcatFootball #WildcatPride #DefendTheChapel
To help ensure the safety and well-being of our WCSD scholars, District Prevention Recovery Coordinators Dr. Robin Stepps and Ms. Lavorges Canada, through the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership, distributed Naloxone to all district nurses and principals.
Naloxone is a life-saving medication designed to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose during an emergency.
We extend our appreciation to our district partner, Exodus.Life, for providing the Naloxone for distribution and supporting our continued efforts to keep students and staff safe.
Naloxone is a life-saving medication designed to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose during an emergency.
We extend our appreciation to our district partner, Exodus.Life, for providing the Naloxone for distribution and supporting our continued efforts to keep students and staff safe.
🏈 GAME DAY AT WATSON CHAPEL!🏈
The Watson Chapel Wildcats take on the Pine Bluff High Zebras on Friday, September 4, 2026!
🕠 Gates Open: 5:30 PM
🏈 Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Please review all game-day policies before arriving, including the **clear bag policy, student ID requirement, K–8 supervision requirement, and card-only ticket admission at the gate. Concessions are cash only.
Let’s pack the stadium and support our Wildcats! 🖤💛
#WatsonChapel #Wildcats #GameDay #WCSD
The Watson Chapel Wildcats take on the Pine Bluff High Zebras on Friday, September 4, 2026!
🕠 Gates Open: 5:30 PM
🏈 Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Please review all game-day policies before arriving, including the **clear bag policy, student ID requirement, K–8 supervision requirement, and card-only ticket admission at the gate. Concessions are cash only.
Let’s pack the stadium and support our Wildcats! 🖤💛
#WatsonChapel #Wildcats #GameDay #WCSD
📣 Watson Chapel School District is hiring! Current openings are available in food service, counseling, and special education at Coleman Elementary, Watson Chapel Junior High, and Watson Chapel High School.
Interested applicants can view available positions and apply online at wc.schoolspring.com.
Interested applicants can view available positions and apply online at wc.schoolspring.com.
🌟 Mentorship Matters. Their Future Starts Here! 🌟 Give your child the opportunity to grow, connect, learn, and thrive with TOPPS Mentoring Programs! 💙💚💗 📲 Ready to join TOPPS Mentoring? Scan or Press the QR code on the flyer or click the link to apply today! https://form.jotform.com/262325803752052
Today, we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day. 💜 Know the risks. Know the signs. Be prepared. Together, we can save lives.
If you or someone you know may need assistance, Dr. Stepps and Ms. Canada, our Prevention Recovery Coordinators through the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership, are here to provide prevention, early intervention, and recovery support.
#OverdoseAwarenessDay #WatsonChapel #TogetherWeCanSaveLives
We do not accept cash payments at any Watson Chapel sporting events.
💳 Pay with a debit or credit card at the gate, or📱 Scan the QR code to purchase your tickets online today!
Plan ahead and get your tickets before game time! 🐾
IMPORTANT NOTICE: EARLY DISMISSAL FOR WCHS & WCJHS
Watson Chapel School District Families and Community,
Approximately 11:40 a.m., the district administration of Watson Chapel School District (WCSD) was made aware of an unexpected, hazardous power utility pole that needs immediate attention.
Due to an emergency utility power pole being replaced and creating this hazardous condition, Watson Chapel High School (WCHS) and Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS) will dismiss early today at 1:30 p.m. This decision is being made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Both schools will follow the normal dismissal operations.
All elementary schools are not affected and will continue to operate on their normal schedules.
Additionally, tonight’s football game against Jacksonville High School will continue as scheduled.
We appreciate the patience, understanding, and cooperation of our families as we respond to this unexpected situation. The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority.
Watson Chapel School District
Watson Chapel School District Families and Community,
Approximately 11:40 a.m., the district administration of Watson Chapel School District (WCSD) was made aware of an unexpected, hazardous power utility pole that needs immediate attention.
Due to an emergency utility power pole being replaced and creating this hazardous condition, Watson Chapel High School (WCHS) and Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS) will dismiss early today at 1:30 p.m. This decision is being made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Both schools will follow the normal dismissal operations.
All elementary schools are not affected and will continue to operate on their normal schedules.
Additionally, tonight’s football game against Jacksonville High School will continue as scheduled.
We appreciate the patience, understanding, and cooperation of our families as we respond to this unexpected situation. The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority.
Watson Chapel School District
Keeping Game Day Safe for Everyone! We look forward to seeing you tomorrow as the Wildcats take on Jacksonville at 7:00 PM. Come out, show your Wildcat pride, and help us make game day safe and enjoyable for everyone!
Watson Chapel Junior High PTO presents the Mr. & Mrs. Watson Chapel competition! See attached flyer for all the information. If you have any questions please call or text Ms. Brittany Evans, WCJH PTO President, anytime after 3:00 PM at (870) 902-3139.
Sunflower Social
Join The Compass Rose Club on Saturday, August 29, from 5:00–11:00 p.m. at the Compass Rose Community Garden for a free evening of food, fun, community, and an outdoor movie.
Join The Compass Rose Club on Saturday, August 29, from 5:00–11:00 p.m. at the Compass Rose Community Garden for a free evening of food, fun, community, and an outdoor movie.
Watson Chapel School District welcomes Dr. Robin and Ms. Canada as our new Prevention Recovery Coordinators through the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership. They will work with school staff to provide prevention, early intervention, and recovery support for students. Please join us in welcoming them to WSCD!
Ark of a New Covenant presents "Boyz II Men", a life-skills experience designed to teach young men practical skills, confidence, responsibility, and leadership as they transition from boys into young gentlemen.
📅 September 13, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
📍 Location: TBA
📝 Registration Deadline: September 1, 2026
📅 September 13, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
📍 Location: TBA
📝 Registration Deadline: September 1, 2026
