Austin Harrison

Principal - James R. Watson Elementary School

DCCUSD Safety Director

#WeAreDeKalb

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

Mr. Harrison and Mrs. Quaintance attended the @EducateIN Literacy Achievement Celebration today for JRW Achieving Indiana’s Literacy Goal of having at least 95% of 3rd graders reading proficiently. Great work, Eagles!
#ReadersARELeaders
#WeAreDeKalb

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

🎉 Happy Assistant Principals’/Deans' Week! 🎉

We want to recognize Mrs. Roberts for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and support of our students and staff. Thank you for everything you do each day.

#WeAreDeKalb

[Austin Harrison @Mr_AHarrison]

It was an honor today to attend the @EducateIN Literacy Achievement Celebration! Great work @DeKalbJRW #ReadersARELeaders

[Austin Harrison @Mr_AHarrison]

Rockin' Classics did a great job representing @DeKalbJRW and @CityofAuburnIN at the Komets game! Great event! #NationalAnthem

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

Honoring all who served — past, present, and future. Your bravery will never be forgotten. ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

Thank you to Danielle Mazur, DeKalb Central School’s Transportation Director, for sharing about school bus safety!
#SchoolBusSafetyWeek

[Austin Harrison @Mr_AHarrison]

It was a great day! Great to see so many @DeKalbJRW families!

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

More Color Me Watson Fun Run/Walk excitement! It was a great day to make some memories!
#WeAreDeKalb

[Austin Harrison @Mr_AHarrison]

Amelia had a great first day of preschool. It's amazing how time flies. Enjoy every moment!

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile will be at DMS/DHS on Thurs, Oct 2, 10 am–4 pm, offering medical services & immunizations (no insurance needed). Students under 18 must have a parent/guardian. See flyer for details!

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

We need helping hands for the Eagles Color Run THIS SUNDAY!

👉 Please email :

[email protected] OR comment below!
Thank you for making this event colorful and fun for our Eagles! 🦅

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

They’re here! Our brand-new DeKalb Central Schools websites are now LIVE! 🎉

Check out the modern design, easy navigation, and mobile-friendly features—plus seamless ParentSquare integration so you can stay updated anywhere, anytime.

🌐 Explore now: https://t.co/SYd4RK1xsb

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

🌯 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing James R. Watson families for supporting our very first Dine to Donate at Chipotle! Because of your support, we raised $215.19 for our school!!

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

🎉 The City of Auburn & Auburn Parks & Recreation invite you to the Memorial Park Grand Opening 🎈 Sept 13 | 12–2 PM. Come celebrate with them!

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

🌯 Join us for Chipotle Dine to Donate! Wed, Aug 28 • 4–8 PM. 25% of sales support JRW PTO! ✅ Tell cashier ✅ Show flyer ✅ Order pickup w/ code 9LRAEVV. (No 3rd-party delivery.) Let’s raise some “guac” for our school! 🥑🌯 More info: https://t.co/7DPYpRKeAI.

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

We’re proud to share that DeKalb Central students achieved an incredible 93.2% passing rate on IREAD-3! 🎉

This success is a true team effort—driven by our hardworking students, supportive families, and dedicated educators.

#WeAreDeKalb

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

Tomorrow, Aug. 6th, is the first day of school! Please be extra cautious around school zones and bus stops.

#BackToSchool
#SafetyFirst
#WeAreDeKalb

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

If your child rides the bus, please check PowerSchool for their updated bus information to help ensure a smooth and successful first day of school!

[DeKalb Central @DeKalbDCCUSD]

🚨 FREE Narcan Training 🚨
📅 Wed, Aug 27 | ⏰ 6–7:30 PM
📍 Waterloo Grant Twp Public Library

Learn how to respond to an opioid overdose & help save lives. Open to the public—no registration needed!

Led by Becky Calhoun from Drug Free DeKalb County.

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

🗳️ Vote DAILY through June 29 for James R. Watson Elementary in the 2025 Fort Wayne Newspapers Readers' Choice Awards!

Let’s show our school spirit—please share! 🙌

https://t.co/DbfmafCKEf

[James R. Watson @DeKalbJRW]

To every JRW father and father figure—thank you for being heroes, helpers, and heart-givers. Happy Father’s Day! #FathersDay