Dear Watson Chapel School District Community,
Out of an abundance of caution and with the safety of our scholars, staff, and families as our highest priority, all Watson Chapel School District schools and offices will be closed on Friday, January 30, 2026.
While primary roadways have shown improvement, many secondary roads throughout our district remain severely impacted by ice, particularly those used for student bus routes. These hazardous conditions create significant safety concerns for our transportation operations and for families traveling to and from our schools.
District leadership will continue to closely monitor weather and road conditions and hope to return to normal operations on Monday, February 2, 2026. All extracurricular activities scheduled for the remainder of the week will be rescheduled for a later date.
We appreciate your continued patience, understanding, and support as we prioritize the well-being of our school community. Please continue to monitor district communication channels for the most up-to-date information.
Sincerely,
Dr. Keith McGee,
Superintendent of Schools
Watson Chapel School District
Dear Watson Chapel School District Community,
Out of an abundance of caution, all Watson Chapel School District schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
The safety of our scholars, staff, and families remains our top priority. District leadership will continue to monitor conditions and will provide an update to the community tomorrow afternoon regarding operations for Thursday, January 29, 2026. All extra-curricular activities will be rescheduled at a later date.
We appreciate your continued support, patience, and understanding. Please continue to monitor district communication channels for the most up-to-date information.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Dear Watson Chapel School District Community,
Out of an abundance of caution, all Watson Chapel School District schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.
The safety of our scholars, staff, and families remains our top priority. District leadership will continue to monitor conditions and will provide an update to the community tomorrow evening regarding operations for Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
We appreciate your continued support, patience, and understanding. Please continue to monitor district communication channels for the most up-to-date information.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Dear Watson Chapel Families,
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to potential inclement weather forecasted to arrive during the evening hours, Watson Chapel School District will implement an early dismissal schedule on Friday, January 23, 2026.
Please review the adjusted dismissal times below:
Coleman & Edgewood Elementary Schools: 2:00 p.m.
Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS): 2:50 p.m.
Watson Chapel High School (WCHS): 3:00 p.m.
This proactive decision is being made to ensure the safety of our students and staff while allowing sufficient time for transportation before weather conditions potentially worsen. District buses will operate on their regular routes at the adjusted dismissal times.
All after-school activities and programs are canceled. Campus administrators will communicate details regarding rescheduled activities at a later time.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our scholars. Please continue to monitor district communications for updates.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to potential inclement weather forecasted to arrive during the evening hours, Watson Chapel School District will implement an early dismissal schedule on Friday, January 23, 2026.
Please review the adjusted dismissal times below:
Coleman & Edgewood Elementary Schools: 2:00 p.m.
Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS): 2:50 p.m.
Watson Chapel High School (WCHS): 3:00 p.m.
This proactive decision is being made to ensure the safety of our students and staff while allowing sufficient time for transportation before weather conditions potentially worsen. District buses will operate on their regular routes at the adjusted dismissal times.
All after-school activities and programs are canceled. Campus administrators will communicate details regarding rescheduled activities at a later time.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our scholars. Please continue to monitor district communications for updates.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Dear Watson Chapel Families,
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to potential inclement weather forecasted to arrive during the evening hours, Watson Chapel School District will implement an early dismissal schedule on Friday, January 23, 2026.
Please review the adjusted dismissal times below:
Coleman & Edgewood Elementary Schools: 2:00 p.m.
Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS): 2:50 p.m.
Watson Chapel High School (WCHS): 3:00 p.m.
This proactive decision is being made to ensure the safety of our students and staff while allowing sufficient time for transportation before weather conditions potentially worsen. District buses will operate on their regular routes at the adjusted dismissal times.
All after-school activities and programs are canceled. Campus administrators will communicate details regarding rescheduled activities at a later time.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our scholars. Please continue to monitor district communications for updates.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to potential inclement weather forecasted to arrive during the evening hours, Watson Chapel School District will implement an early dismissal schedule on Friday, January 23, 2026.
Please review the adjusted dismissal times below:
Coleman & Edgewood Elementary Schools: 2:00 p.m.
Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS): 2:50 p.m.
Watson Chapel High School (WCHS): 3:00 p.m.
This proactive decision is being made to ensure the safety of our students and staff while allowing sufficient time for transportation before weather conditions potentially worsen. District buses will operate on their regular routes at the adjusted dismissal times.
All after-school activities and programs are canceled. Campus administrators will communicate details regarding rescheduled activities at a later time.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our scholars. Please continue to monitor district communications for updates.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Dear Watson Chapel Families,
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to potential inclement weather forecasted to arrive during the evening hours, Watson Chapel School District will implement an early dismissal schedule on Friday, January 23, 2026.
Please review the adjusted dismissal times below:
Coleman & Edgewood Elementary Schools: 2:00 p.m.
Watson Chapel Junior High School (WCJHS): 2:50 p.m.
Watson Chapel High School (WCHS): 3:00 p.m.
This proactive decision is being made to ensure the safety of our students and staff while allowing sufficient time for transportation before weather conditions potentially worsen. District buses will operate on their regular routes at the adjusted dismissal times.
All after-school activities and programs are canceled. Campus administrators will communicate details regarding rescheduled activities at a later time.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our scholars. Please continue to monitor district communications for updates.
Sincerely,
Watson Chapel School District Administration
Weather Update ❄️
We are closely monitoring the winter weather forecast and will continue to assess conditions as they develop.
If school closures or schedule changes become necessary, families will be notified through the following official channels:
• Text message and email notifications
• District Facebook page
• District website
Please continue to monitor these platforms for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Thank you for your patience as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
We are closely monitoring the winter weather forecast and will continue to assess conditions as they develop.
If school closures or schedule changes become necessary, families will be notified through the following official channels:
• Text message and email notifications
• District Facebook page
• District website
Please continue to monitor these platforms for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Thank you for your patience as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Reminder: The induction of new Junior BETA members and officer installation is scheduled for tomorrow at 10:00 AM in the High School Auditorium. Please check the flyer for more information.
Reminder- Watson Chapel Junior High Student Council is having a food sale tomorrow. Cash only. Please see attached flyer.
This is a reminder about the WCJH PTO Pajama Party being held tomorrow. Presale tickets will be sold during WIN Period and both lunch periods. See flyer for details
Watson Chapel Junior High Student Council is having a food sale Friday, January 16th. They will be accepting cash only. Please see attached flyer.
Watson Chapel Junior High PTO is having a Favorite Character Pajama Party on Friday, January 16th. Presale tickets will be available Friday, January 16th during WIN Period and both lunches. See flyer for details.
WC is so proud of our 4 spelling bee winners from Coleman and the Junior High and honored them tonight in our board meeting!
Congratulations to Brentley James, Kali Horton, Caelyn Rose, and Lakyah Buckner (pictured with board members and GT Coordinator Tylene Dickie)! 🖤💛
The 1st Annual WCJHS Schoolwide Spelling Bee took place Friday, Jan. 9th. Champions and runner-ups from each classroom's class level spelling bee were invited to participate. 20 students competed for a chance to compete at the Regional Spelling Bee in February.
Overall Champion: Caelyn Rose (Seventh Grade)
Runner-Up: La'Kyah Buckner (Eighth Grade)
Sixth Grade Top Speller: Nobia Cliff
Caelyn and La'Kyah will be representing WCJHS at the Regional Spelling Bee in February. Congratulations to all our students who participated!
Stay tuned as Caelyn, La'Kyah, Kali and Brentley take on Regionals on February 4th!
Overall Champion: Caelyn Rose (Seventh Grade)
Runner-Up: La'Kyah Buckner (Eighth Grade)
Sixth Grade Top Speller: Nobia Cliff
Caelyn and La'Kyah will be representing WCJHS at the Regional Spelling Bee in February. Congratulations to all our students who participated!
Stay tuned as Caelyn, La'Kyah, Kali and Brentley take on Regionals on February 4th!
WCJH Campus Spelling Bee will be held Friday, January 9th. See flyer for more information.
Watson Chapel Junior High PTO is having a Favorite Character Pajama Party on Friday, January 16th. Presale tickets will be available Friday, January 16th during WIN Period and both lunches. See flyer for details.
Happy New Year!
Just a reminder that January 5 is a professional development day for staff. Students return on Tuesday, January 6.
Just a reminder that January 5 is a professional development day for staff. Students return on Tuesday, January 6.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Watson Chapel School District!
This is a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, December 19th is Festive Friday at Watson Chapel Junior High.! Show off your holiday cheer with ugly sweaters, Christmas socks, and accessories.
This is a reminder that Thursday, December 18th is Holiday Hat Day at Watson Chapel Junior High!
