Conway Public Schools

📢 Notice: Conway Public Schools Closed for Labor Day 📢 Conway Public Schools will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 3. Thank you!

🌟 Throwback Thursday Fun! 🌟 Alright, Wampus Cats, this one’s too easy! 😂 Check out this blast from the past of our first SRO! Can you guess who this familiar face is? 😉 Drop your answers in the comments! #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #ThrowbackThursday #WampusCatPride

🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟 We're kicking off our series with someone close to home—Katie Vinson! A proud CPSD Class of 2007 alumna, Katie is now an 11th Grade English teacher at Conway High School, fulfilling her lifelong dream of teaching in the district she grew up in. After graduating from CPSD, Katie attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, majoring in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing. She then earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from UCA. Katie is married to fellow Wampus Cat alum, Thomas Vinson, and they have two children, Charlotte (7) and Payne (5). Katie’s excitement for her 12th year of teaching is evident as she steps into what she calls her "dream job." Katie’s journey with CPSD began in Kindergarten at Jim Stone Elementary, where her passion for teaching started early. She would imitate her first-grade teacher by drawing stars on papers, just like her teacher did. In high school, she participated in band, played clarinet, and was a varsity dance team member, serving as captain her senior year. A highlight for Katie was taking a class called Education as a Profession, where she observed one of her former English teachers, Mrs. Paglianite, confirming her path to becoming an English teacher. Her favorite teacher? Debbie Hibbs, who made AP Lang an unforgettable experience and inspired Katie with her incredible teaching methods. Katie’s advice for current CPSD students? "Your teachers are there to help you. One teacher can make all the difference in your school journey. Take risks, put yourself out there, and get involved! If you find a job you truly love, you'll never work a day in your life." Join us in celebrating Katie’s journey and the remarkable educators shaping our future Wampus Cats! 💙🤍 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow

🌟 Throwback Thursday Alert! 🌟 Join us each week as we dive into our yearbooks to see how generations of Wampus Cats spent their days! From groovy fashion to unforgettable moments, we’re celebrating our rich history. This week, we're kicking off with some summer vacation fun! 🏖️☀️ Do you know anyone in these photos? Give them a tag! And look out for special shoutouts to our amazing staff members with their own throwback photos! Stay tuned every Thursday for a nostalgic trip down memory lane. #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #ThrowbackThursday #WampusCatPride

✨ Attention CPSD Alumni! ✨ We want to feature YOU in our upcoming Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? series! 🐾 Whether you're conquering the corporate world, traveling the globe, or making a difference in your community, we want to share your journey with the Wampus Cat family. Take a few minutes to fill out our Alumni Spotlight form so we can celebrate your achievements and show the world where Wampus Cats ascend to greatness! 💙🤍 📋https://forms.gle/745r11XbxdsJkYmC8 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow

Honoring Conway Public Schools School Board Member Mr. Bill Milburn It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our school board member, Mr. Bill Milburn. Mr. Milburn has been a valued member of the Conway School Board since March 2024, and he also served during a previous term from October 2022 to May 2023. Our hearts and thoughts are with his family, friends, and the entire CPSD community during this time of grief. Mr. Milburn’s dedication and contributions will be remembered with deep appreciation. "We truly appreciate Mr. Milburn's service on the board. His willingness to run for the board and be fully engaged and supportive was an incredible testament to his character and love for the district. We will truly miss his presence and contribution as a board member. We hope to carry on his legacy of leadership and service with our team. He will be truly missed." - School Board President Dr. David Naylor Jr. “It was a privilege and honor to serve with Bill Millburn on the board for Conway Public Schools. I enjoyed the time we spent together professionally and personally. He truly has a servant’s heart which is demonstrated by his years of public service, his dedication to his local church, love for his family, and his commitment to our community. He will be greatly missed and I extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.” - School Board Vice President Trip Leach “Bill Milburn was a man of great character! He was solid in his faith, and there was no gray area for Bill when it came to what was right or wrong. We have lost an incredible board member and friend. Heaven has gained an angel! Rest in peace, my friend. You will be missed by all of us!” - School Board Secretary Linda Hargis “I first became acquainted with Mr. Bill Milburn when he was appointed to the School Board in 2022. Mr. Bill was always a very kind and gentle person. He brought value to our board because of his extensive background and experience in law enforcement along with his knowledge about safety and most importantly “School Safety.” He will be missed!” - School Board Member Andre Acklin “Mr. Milburn was my neighbor at our board meetings. He shared stories and pictures with me of his grandchildren and especially his great grand. He was definitely a family man and loved them dearly. Thank you for your kinds words to me, thank you for your service to our community and to CPS. You will be missed! RIL” - School Board Member Sheila Franklin “Within the short time that I had the privilege of serving on the board with Mr. Milburn, I quickly learned that he had such a huge heart and an absolute desire to keep our kids and staff safe. I learned of his common sense approach and his depth of knowledge from his years of public service. It was an honor serving with him. An outstanding man who will be dearly missed.” - Former School Board Member Jason Sandefer "Our hearts are very heavy and saddened by the loss of Mr. Bill Milburn, one of our recently elected Conway Public School District Board Members. During the short time I served with him I was always impressed with his huge heart for all students, his thoughtfulness, and sincere dedication to "getting things done the right way." He will be sincerely missed and our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Pam, his wife and the entire family during this time.” - Superintendent Dr. Jeff Collum.

✨ Tomorrow we ASCEND! ✨ The first day of school is finally here—make sure you're ready to start your journey to greatness and excellence! Wampus Cats, tomorrow is the big day, so set your alarms and let's make this year the best one yet! #WeAreWampusCats #ASCEND #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends

CPSD Parents/Guardians! As you prepare for the first day of school tomorrow, download our CPSD App to stay informed! You will have access to the district and campus websites, calendars, as well as teacher communication through the swipe of a button to ROOMS! New invites to Rooms will start to roll out soon!

August 2024 School Board Recap https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/august-2024-school-board-recap

Join our Team!! Bus Drivers and Bus Driver Subs are needed! Click the link to apply conwayschools.org/apply or call for more info!

The First Day of School, August 19th, is just around the corner! Click the link for Back to School information such as the School Calendar, online meal application, transportation, school supplies list, Incoming Kindergarten info, and more! https://www.conwayschools.org/o/cps/page/back-to-school

MEET THE CATS!! 🚾 Friday, August 16, 2024 Starting at 4:30pm to 8:00pm! Admission - $7.00 per person - Tickets sold on GoFAN

🍎Incoming Kindergarten Students🌟 Conway Public Schools will prepare Kindergarten students to begin their first year in education. This year, beginning August 19, 2024, all kindergarten students will participate in Wampus Kitty Kinder Camp! Week of August 12 - Open House (check your school’s schedule for date/time - link below) During Open House, you and your child will meet all of the kindergarten teachers, administrators, tour the school, and Kindergarten classrooms. Your child will have an opportunity to meet other children, so they recognize some familiar faces on the first day of school! August 19 - First Day of School Kindergarten students will begin at 9:00 a.m. on the first day. We welcome parents and guardians to walk your child into the building and bring them to the designated area. August 19-23 - Wampus Kitty Kinder Camp During the first week of school, Kindergarten students will spend time with each Kindergarten teacher in a classroom. They will participate in a variety of fun activities, learn their school and classroom procedures, routines, and meet new friends and classmates. We will learn your child’s strengths and areas where they excel by administering the district Kindergarten Readiness Assessments. August 23 - Teacher Reveal! At the conclusion of Wampus Kitty Kinder Camp, your child will bring home a scratch off card revealing their assigned Kindergarten teacher for the school year! August 26 - Welcome to Class! Your child will report to their classroom to begin a wonderful year of learning with their assigned teacher. We welcome you to walk your child to class the first day! Teachers look forward to meeting your child and learning their unique needs to ensure their growth and development in the upcoming year! If you have questions, please reach out to the principal. We are excited about this opportunity and look forward to seeing you soon! Open House Dates for Campuses are included here - https://www.conwayschools.org/o/cps/page/back-to-school

We are thrilled to announce that our District Teacher of the Year, Ms. Abby Roberts, is now representing Conway School District as a State Semi-Finalist! Today, she was honored as a regional finalist and announced as one of the Top 4 semi-finalists in the state of Arkansas. Abby, we are incredibly proud of your achievement and are cheering you on to become the Arkansas Teacher of the Year! #Conway #WampusCats #AscendtoExcellence #DTOY

Shout out to our amazing Maintenance crew for their hard work and dedication in preparing our district for the new school year! Preparing the parking lots! Thank you for all you do! #CPSD #WampusCats #CPSDMaintenance #Ascend

BIG CONGRATULATIONS to our District Teacher of the Year Miss Abby Roberts for being named one of the Arkansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalists! We are so proud and excited for you! You are a great representative for Conway!💙 Read the full Press Release at dese.link/ATOY-Regional-Finalists - The ADE is pleased to announce the names of the 14 educators named 2025 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalists! These educators will be recognized on August 5 at an event at the Governor's Mansion. #WampusCats #ConwayPublicSchoolDistrict

☀️ What a beautiful Day 2 at Conway Connected: PD Palooza 2024! After yesterday's rain, today was filled with sunshine and learning. 🌞📚 🍳 Breakfast was provided by Progressive Technologies, with energizing coffee from Shadrachs Coffee to start the day right. 🎤 We were thrilled to have Dave Stuart Jr. as our keynote speaker once again, inspiring our educators with his insights and wisdom. 🍽️ Lunch was generously provided by Centennial Bank, fueling our learning. Educators continued to learn, visit with community partners, and explore vendor offerings. Our community of educators grows stronger and more connected each day! 💙🎓 #WeAreWampusCats #ChampionsForKids #PDPalooza24

🎉 Check out this awesome crew! Our Curriculum and Instruction team, along with so many amazing folks, put in countless hours to make Conway ConnectED: PD Palooza 2024 a reality. Y'all rocked it! 🎸 Big thanks for all your hard work and dedication! 🌟 #WeAreWampusCats #ChampionsForKids #PDPalooza2024

Not even rain 🌧️ can stop our dedicated educators on Day 1 of Conway Connected: PD Palooza 2024! Staff were ✨flooded✨ with knowledge and enthusiasm. 💡📚 Day 1 Highlights: 🍳 Enjoyed a hearty breakfast from Huddle House and energizing coffee from Shadrachs 🎤 Inspired by a fantastic keynote from Dave Stuart Jr. and so many incredible learning sessions 🚚 Relished lunch from food trucks: Uncle Tim's, Spudlove, and Tacos el Gordo. Here’s to our unstoppable educators and an incredible start to our school year! 💙🎓 #WeAreWampusCats #ChampionsForKids #PDPalooza24

🌟 Attention Conway Public School Families! 🌟 Returning student registration for the 2024-25 school year is now open! This registration is for students who ended the 2023-24 school year attending CPSD. 📧 Snapcodes: Snapcodes will be sent out via email in waves over the next few days. If you haven't received yours by July 15, 2024, please email registrationhelp@conwayschools.info. 📅 Need More Info? For full returning student registration information, visit our website at conwayschools.org/registration and click on "Returning Student Registration 2024-25." Thank you for being a part of our Wampus Cats family! Let's make the upcoming school year amazing! 💙🐾 #WeAreWampusCats #ChampionsForKids