🎓 It’s time to celebrate the Conway High School Class of 2025! 💙🎉
Join us for Graduation on Friday, May 9 at Estes Stadium in Conway!
🕕 Gates open at 6:00 p.m.
🎓 Ceremony begins at 7:00 p.m.
✅ No tickets required and no limit on guests—bring the whole crew to cheer on your graduate!
Can’t make it in person? Catch the celebration live on:
📺 Conway Corp Channel 5 and 585
💻 Conway Corp's YouTube Channel
📖 Be sure to read the full article for more info on the broadcast and stadium security quick facts: https://www.conwayschools.org/article/2137501
Let’s give the Class of 2025 the unforgettable send off they deserve! 🎉🎓
#WampusCatsGraduate #ConwayClassof2025 #WeAreConway #WampusCatsASCEND #ConwayPublicSchools
🏆Ms. Catherine Wood, Instructional Coach at Conway Junior High School and Conway High School, is a CPSD CORE VALUE CHAMPION! 🏆
As the only instructional coach at CJHS and CHS this year, Catherine has consistently demonstrated an exceptional commitment to excellence, and her contributions have made a significant impact on admin, teachers, and students.
Catherine is a truly invaluable resource to not only the social studies teachers but all teachers at both schools. She goes above and beyond to support the instructional team. Her ability to adapt to various challenges ensures that all staff members feel supported and empowered to succeed.
One of Catherine's greatest strengths is her willingness to fill in the gaps where needed. Whether it’s curriculum planning, helping with testing, or sharing data, Catherine takes on every task with dedication and an unwavering focus on enhancing the educational experience for both teachers and students.
Her relentless pursuit of excellence is evident in everything she does, and she truly embodies the core values of our school. Catherine Wood is not only a committed instructional coach but also a true champion of growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. She is more than deserving of this recognition!
We appreciate you Ms, Wood! Thank you for all you do for students and staff!! #ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #AscendtoExcellence #CoreValueChampion
🏆Dr. Randi House, 4th Grade Teacher at Theodore Jones Elementary School, is a CPSD CORE VALUE CHAMPION! 🏆
Dr. House exemplifies what it means to be a dedicated, passionate, and innovative educator. After many successful years of teaching kindergarten, she bravely stepped out of her comfort zone and embraced a new challenge by teaching 4th grade for the first time this year. And she is absolutely rocking it.
Dr. House has transformed the 4th grade classroom into a vibrant and engaging learning environment. She brings creativity and excitement to the curriculum, ensuring that every lesson is not only rigorous but also meaningful and fun. Her students are thriving under her instruction, and the data speaks for itself. Significant growth in writing and academic performance clearly reflects the effectiveness of her teaching.
What makes Dr. House truly special is her unwavering commitment to student success, her willingness to grow professionally, and her courage to take on new challenges with grace and excellence. Her transition from kindergarten to 4th grade is a testament to her adaptability, leadership, and dedication to our district’s core values.
Dr. Randi House is more than deserving of this recognition. She is a true champion in every sense of the word.
We appreciate you Dr. House! Thank you for all you do for students and staff!! #ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #AscendtoExcellence #CoreValueChampion
🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟
This week, we’re proud to spotlight Sarah Wilson, Class of 1998!
Sarah is still living in Conway, where she serves as the Program Director for the Conway Ministry Center, a local non-profit dedicated to assisting individuals and families in crisis, such as housing insecurity and homelessness.
School Memories:
Sarah loved being involved in student council, FBLA, and drama club, engaging with her fellow students and making lasting memories.
Personal Highlights:
Winning the middle school spelling bee remains one of Sarah’s favorite moments!
Favorite Teachers:
Mrs. Rosa Abernathy at Florence Mattison Elementary, with Mrs. Trawick, Mrs. Hooten, and Mrs. Doolin closely following.
Advice for Students:
“Don’t wait for the right career to come along—it will change a million times! Just keep saying yes to whatever God has for the season you’re in.”
Additional Thoughts:
Sarah reflects on the legacy of caring Conwegians, nurtured at home and in school. She’s proud to see so many alumni giving back, including her former teachers, who still support her mission at the Conway Ministry Center.
Join us in celebrating Sarah’s commitment to serving the community! 💙🤍
#WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow
🏀💙 Faulkner County Judge Allen Dodson officially declared April 15, 2025 as “Conway Wampus Cat Unified Basketball Team Day” in Faulkner County! 🎉👏
The entire Caring Cats group showed up in full support of our incredible Unified team as the proclamation was read aloud—honoring their back-to-back-to-back state championships and the pride they bring to our community. 🏆💛
Led by Coaches Denisha Knapp, Andrea Sheppard, and Hailey Haynes, this team truly represents the heart of Conway and everything we stand for.
📸 After the proclamation, everyone joined together for a celebratory group picture!
A special shoutout to Faulkner County Attorney Phil Murphy for joining us and supporting our students!
#WampusCatsASCEND #UnifiedBasketball #InclusionMatters #CaringCats #FaulknerCountyPride #ConwayPublicSchools #WeAreConway #ChampionsForKids💙🐾
NOW OPEN: 2025–2026 New Student Registration!
Do you have a student who will be new to Conway Public Schools in grades K–12 next school year? 🎒📚
✅ Pre-registration is now open! Start the process here:
🔗 conwayschools.org/o/cps/page/preregistration
We can’t wait to welcome your family to CPSD! 💙
#WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends
📢 No School Reminder: April 18, 2025 📢
Conway Public Schools will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025. Enjoy your day off! Classes will resume on Monday, April 21st. Thank you!
Last week was Assistant Principal Appreciation Week… and our schools showed up big time! 💙🎉 Our amazing APs were showered with love, treats, and appreciation from students and staff across the district. 💐📚🍩
📸 Check out these awesome pics of the celebrations—and drop a comment below to show your love for our incredible Assistant Principals! 👏👇
#APAppreciationWeek #ThankYouAPs #WampusCatsASCEND #ConwayPublicSchools #WeLoveOurAPs
🐸Today’s Toad Suck Daze press conference was full of exciting news! The festival announced over $140,000 in charitable giving—supporting students, schools, and families across Central Arkansas. 🙌🐸 Superintendent Dr. Jeff Collum was proud to accept the following on behalf of the district!
🎓 Conway Public Schools is incredibly thankful to receive:
➡️ $10,000 for the Toad Suck Daze Emerging Scholars Program
➡️ $3,140 to support our district-wide STEAM Night
➡️ $10,000 to the Conway Public Schools Foundation, whose work makes a major impact for our teachers and classrooms!
They’re also:
🚌 Funding field trips to the Little Rock Zoo for Faulkner County schools
📚 Supporting the Faulkner County Library's summer lunch program
🥫 Providing high-demand goods at area food pantries
💻 Donating 120 laptops to at-need students across Central Arkansas
…and much more!
A HUGE thank you to Toad Suck Daze and the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce for their continued support of our schools, teachers, and community! 💙💛
📅 Mark your calendars: May 2–4 in Downtown Conway
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/TSDAnnouncement2025
#ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #WampusCats #Ascend #ToadSuckDaze #ConwayPublicSchools #ConwayChamber #CPSFoundation 🐸
🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟
This week, we’re excited to spotlight Jacklyn Tufu (Quinit), Class of 2015!
Jacklyn lives in Conway and works as an Occupational Therapist at Conway Regional Hospital and Orthopedic Clinic. She and her husband, Anthony Tufu, recently opened Aira Fitness, where they help people reach their fitness goals.
School Memories:
As a volleyball player and track athlete, Jacklyn developed the determination and work ethic that still drives her today.
Personal Highlights:
The education she received at CPSD made her transition into college and even graduate school smooth, teaching her valuable study techniques.
Favorite Teacher:
Coach Crow was a great mentor, always pushing Jacklyn to be the best version of herself.
Advice for Students:
“Enjoy your time, make memories with friends and family, and trust in your abilities—you can achieve anything you set your mind to!”
Join us in celebrating Jacklyn’s journey in healthcare and fitness! 💙🤍
#WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow
It was a great CPSD School Board meeting tonight with many recognitions and highlights! Check out our April School Board Meeting recap! https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/april-2025-school-board-meeting-recap
The CHS Camerata, Select Treble, and Studio 205 choirs will be performing for the 7A state title this Friday, April 11th at Reynolds Auditorium on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas.
You are invited to come out and watch and support these amazing choral artists!
You are invited to attend the Conway High School Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony State Send-Off Concert this Tuesday, April 8th at the Windgate Center for the Arts on the UCA campus. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
Program
9:30am - Symphonic Band
His Honor - Fillmore
Nimrod - Elgar
Illumination - Maslanka
11:00am - Wind Symphony
Florentiner - Fučik
Elegy - Chance
La Fiesta Mexicana - Reed
I. Prelude and Aztec Dance
II. Mass
III. Carnival
Today we celebrate National School Librarian Day and extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible Media Center Specialists at CPSD! 📚✨ Your passion for fostering a love of reading and learning makes a world of difference for our students. Thank you for all the guidance, resources, and support you provide every day!
Let’s show our appreciation in the comments! 🙌💙
#NationalSchoolLibrarianDay #MediaCenterSpecialists #WeAreWampusCats #CPSDascends #AscendToExcellence
🎉 CPSD Receives $2,500 Grant for Backpack Food Program! 🎒🍎
Conway Public Schools has been awarded a $2,500 grant from the Arkansas Community Foundation to support our backpack food program! This initiative helps fight food insecurity by providing nutritious, easy-to-prepare meals for students to take home.
A huge thank you to Ms. Lani Jennings-Hall, board member of the Arkansas Community Foundation, for visiting and presenting this generous donation to our district and building leaders. 🙌 These funds will go toward purchasing food items and backpacks, ensuring that more students have consistent access to healthy meals outside of school hours.
We are grateful for this support in helping remove barriers to learning and care for the whole child! 💙🐾 #ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #Ascend #AscendtoExcellence #WampusCats #6legs
Today, we celebrate our amazing paraprofessionals! 🎉💙 Your hard work, dedication, and support play a vital role in creating a positive learning environment for our students. Thank you for going above and beyond every day to make a difference in their lives.
Let’s show our appreciation in the comments! 🙌
#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay #WeAreWampusCats #CPSDascends #AscendToExcellence
📢 Early Dismissal Today – 1:00 PM 📢
Due to the potential for severe weather during our regular dismissal time, Conway Public Schools will dismiss early today at 1:00 PM to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
🔹 Buses will run normal routes.
🔹 Car rider procedures will remain the same.
🔹 All after school activities will be canceled.
Please make necessary arrangements for your child’s early pickup and stay aware and alert of the weather this afternoon.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Stay safe and Go Wampus Cats!
🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟
This week, we’re excited to spotlight Jackson Longo, Class of 2013!
Jackson works as an engineer in Tulsa, OK, specializing in solar power installation and EV charging infrastructure projects.
School Memories:
He has fond memories of his teachers cheering him on and encouraging a spirit of inquiry. Jackson appreciated how the school nurtured his curiosity and allowed him to explore various interests, from music and theatre to debate and writing. He now recognizes that these experiences were just as important as his academic achievements, shaping him into the well-rounded individual he is today.
Personal Highlights:
Jackson cherishes his time in All-State Band and Jazz, as well as playing Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast.
Favorite Teacher:
Senora Steele, whom he hopes is enjoying retirement.
Advice for Students:
“Stay strong and keep learning. Your education is for you. Blaze your own trail and walk it without fear. Never shrink yourself to be easier to swallow. I am rooting for you!”
Join us in celebrating Jackson’s journey from CPSD to making a difference in renewable energy! 💙🤍
#WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow
🏆Melissa Spence, Instructional Facilitator at Preston & Florence Mattison Elementary School, is a CPSD CORE VALUE CHAMPION! 🏆
Ms. Spence is hardworking, kind, and creative, always advocating for both staff and students. She is smart, innovative, and consistently willing to step in and assist wherever needed. A strong team player, she supports teachers both inside and outside the classroom, thinking outside the box to find solutions and provide valuable support to the entire school community. AND TODAY is her BIRTHDAY!!!
We appreciate you Ms. Spence! Thank you for all you do for students and staff!! #ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #AscendtoExcellence #CoreValueChampion
🚨 Severe Weather Update – CPSD Storm Shelter Info 🚨
Conway Public Schools is closely monitoring the potential for severe weather this week. ⛈️ As we enter storm season, we want to remind our community about our 14 multi-purpose storm shelters (safe rooms) located across the district.
⚠️ Shelters are open to the public only after school hours.
For locations, procedures, and guidelines, visit www.conwayschools.org/page/inclement-weather-information.
Stay safe, Wampus Cats! 💙 #BeWeatherAware #CPSDSafety
