"If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward."
-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: CPSD will be closed Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 due to hazardous road conditions and freezing weather. Stay Safe and Warm Wampus Cats!
🗓️ Reminder: No school on 01/15/24 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Enjoy the extended weekend with friends and family! 💙 Stay safe and warm, Wampus Cats! #WeAreWampusCats #ChampionsForKids
Conway Public Schools will be closely monitoring weather conditions this weekend. In the event of closures, we'll keep you informed through the following channels: text message, email, CPSD app, school website, and social media. #ChampionsForKids #WeAreWampusCats
📄❗️Special Records to be Destroyed ❗️📄
On January 31, 2024, the Conway Public School District will destroy Special Education records of students who graduated, moved or were dismissed from Special Education services in the district between July 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017. This process is carried out in compliance with federal and state laws. Students, parents and/or guardians may obtain any data from folders prior to January 16, 2024, by calling the Special Education office at (501) 450-6634, extension 0303.
🌟School Board Secretary Ms. Linda Hargis was recognized at our last board meeting for earning the Master Board Member Award from the Arkansas School Board Association. This award is given after earning 50 training credit hours. Ms. Hargis continues to pour her time, energy, and heart out to this district and we greatly appreciate you! Congratulations!
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🏆Jaxon McCray - January Champion Student of the Month🏆
Our CPSD Champion Student for the Month of January is Jaxon McCray from Carl Stuart Middle School! Jaxon was recognized at our January School Board meeting last night for being an all around Champion student! Principal Campbell of Carl Stuart stated that as you see his stature and walking the halls of Carl Stuart and his genuine smile, it is not until you really get to know him that you see that Jaxon truly has the heart of a Champion. Great all around student and athlete! We are so proud of you for being a Champion Student, Jaxon!! #ChampionsForKids
CPSD School Board Meeting Recap
January 9th, 2024
👮♂️ Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to our amazing Conway School District Resource Officers! 🚓💙 Thank you for keeping our schools safe and fostering a positive environment for learning. Your dedication is truly appreciated! 👏🙌 #ThankYouOfficers #ConwaySchoolsSafety
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🌧️ CPSD Snow/Inclement Weather Information: CPSD is closely monitoring weather conditions, roads, and bus routes today. Any changes to the school schedule will prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and parents. Stay tuned for updates via automated calls/texts. Check social media and conwayschools.org for the latest info. Please review procedures. 📢 #CPSDSafety #WeatherAlert #ChampionsForKids
✨ Celebrating School Board Appreciation Month! ✨
A huge shoutout to our dedicated board members for their tireless efforts in shaping the future of education. Thank you for your commitment! #ChampionsForKids #WeAreWampusCats
🎉 Happy New Year from Conway Public Schools! 🎉
Wishing everyone a fantastic start to 2024! 🌟 We hope your winter break has been filled with joy, relaxation, and memorable moments with loved ones. As we embark on this new year, we can't wait to share in all the fun and exciting things ahead. Here's to new beginnings, fresh opportunities, and a year filled with growth and success. Let's make 2024 a year to remember! #ChampionsForKids #WeAreWampusCats
🌟 Congratulations to our Conway Public Schools Foundation Teachers of the Week from this past semester! 🍎Thank you, CPSD Foundation for recognizing their outstanding work. Nominate a deserving teacher for the future at cpsfoundation.com/nominate-teacher. #ChampionsForKids #WeAreWampusCats
🎶✨ Our CPSD Choirs have been spreading joy through song far and wide! 🌟 From the AR State Capitol to the heartwarming embrace of nursing homes around Conway, our talented singers have been on the move, sharing the gift of music with the community. Thank you to everyone who has joined us on this musical journey! 🎵 #ChampionsForKids #WeAreWampusCats
❄️Winter Break - No School❄️ From December 21 to January 3, Conway Public Schools will be on winter break. Enjoy the festive season, recharge, and make the most of this wonderful time with family and friends. Happy Holidays! See you in the new year!
The CPSD Central Office team embraced the holiday spirit today, showcasing their festive attire! Take a look at these delightful holiday outfits, and a big congratulations to Mrs. Brandi Reynolds, who claimed victory in the Holiday Sweater Contest!
🏆Our CPSD Champion Student for the Month of December is Dailyn Sanchez from Preston & Florence Mattison Elementary! Dailyn was recognized at our December School Board meeting for being an all around Champion student! Dialyn was spoken highly of by Principal Shannon Black and her teachers. Way to go Dailyn! We are so proud of you for being a Champion Student! #ChampionsForKids🏆
🏆Conway High School Wampus Cat Band was recognized at our December School Board Meeting for the Wampus Cat Pride Award!
Just this year they have won the following awards:
Legacy Marching Invitational:
First Division Band
Top 5 Finalist
Region Marching Assessment:
First Division Band
River Valley Marching Invitational:
Outstanding Music
Outstanding General Effect
Overall Grand Champion
State Marching Competition:
First Division Band (this award was a first in school history)
Congratulations to Band Directors Nathan Cunningham, Todd Johnson, Nikki Cook, Kerry Blakemore, Matthew Hines, Mary Poppelreiter, Taylor Johns, and Scott Strickland.
Student Leader Drum Majors Keri Brewington and Todd Butler were also recognized for their leadership and dedication to the Wampus Cat Band!
Band Director Nikki Cook was recognized for her recent “Director Who Makes a Difference” award. This award is given by the School Band and Orchestra Magazine who names one director from each state every year! We are honored for Ms. Cook to not only represent CPSD but to represent the entire state of Arkansas! Way to go!!
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🏆Nabholz made our School Board Meeting last night very special. They presented their Associated Builders and Contractors of Arkansas Award of Excellence to CPSD for their Renovation and Restoration on Sallie Cone Pre-K. We are proud of the work that Nabholz has done for CPSD and it was an honor that they passed their award to the district!
CPSD would also like to thank Nabholz for cooking and providing dinner last night for our School Board members!
This is a great example of community and CPSD is very fortunate to have this support!
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CPSD December 2023 School Board Meeting Recap
