By JESSICA BAUER, LOG CABIN STAFF WRITER

One of the most highly regarded goals was realized Tuesday when "Newsweek" released its annual list of the 1,500 best public high schools in the country. Conway High School was listed fifth among eight Arkansas schools named, as based on a formula that divides the number of Advanced Placement exams taken by the number of graduating seniors.

"This is a good moment for the Conway School District," Murry said Tuesday. "It just demonstrates the excellent work that occurs in our classrooms."

Murry announced the news at the district's Board of Education meeting Tuesday and said it was the first time the Conway school had been listed.

"I'm proud of our teachers and administrators because it represents, in a tangible way, what we believe is already happening in our schools and that's quality education and quality student achievement," Murry said.

The Conway School District participates in CHOICE OF DISTRICT ATTENDANCE under provisions of Act 609 of 1989 and 1991 and has adopted policy to regulate procedures by which students are accepted to attend Conway from other districts. Application deadline is July 1 for attendance in the Fall. Those presently attending under provision of Act 609 need not reapply.