Conway Public Schools

📢 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

🎉 Kindergarten Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉 It’s time to get your little Wampus Cat ready for the 2025-2026 school year! If your child will be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2025, they are eligible to enroll in kindergarten. Visit conwayschools.org/preregistration for all the details, including steps to register and what documents you’ll need. Let’s get ready for an amazing year! 🏫💙 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends

📢🎶 The Conway High & Junior High School Choirs are proud to announce that several of their talented students have earned coveted spots in the prestigious American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) National Honor Choir 🎤✨, which took place this past week in Dallas, Texas 🇺🇸. These exceptional students joined other outstanding young singers from across the country to perform in one of the most esteemed choral events in the nation. 🎼 The ACDA National Honor Choir provides a unique opportunity for top-tier student vocalists to work with renowned conductors 👨‍🎤🎵, rehearse challenging music 🎶, and perform at a national level 🌟. The event is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and musical excellence 🎼👏 displayed by these students throughout the year. 💙 We congratulate the following students who earned a spot in the choir: 🏅 Caroline Chrysler – 11th grade 🏅 Hadassah Smith – 11th grade 🏅 Emerie Thurow – 10th grade 🏅 Addison Roth – 10th grade 🏅 Jacob Barnes – 9th grade 🏅 Ainsley Barnett – 9th grade 🏅 Aryana Tyler-Hashemi – 9th grade 🗣️🎶 “We are incredibly proud of these students and their remarkable achievement,” said Sam Huskey and Kayla White, Choral Directors at Conway High and Junior High School. “This opportunity to perform at the national level is a testament to their talent, passion for music, and commitment to excellence. They represented our school with pride in Dallas.” 🎵💫 🌍🎤 The ACDA National Honor Choir offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience for young musicians, providing a platform for them to further develop their vocal skills 🎶 while connecting with peers and mentors from across the nation. This honor not only highlights their individual abilities but also showcases the outstanding choral program 🎼🏫 at Conway Public Schools. 👏🎉 Congratulations to these incredible students! 🎶🏅🎤 #CPSChoirs #WampusCatPride #ConwayPublicSchools #GoWampusCats #ACDAHonorChoir #MusicExcellence 🎶💙 #ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #Ascend #AscendtoExcellence #WampusCats #6legs

🌿🌸 The Conway FFA Plant Sale is almost here! 🌸🌿 Mark your calendars and stop by the CHS greenhouse (east of the baseball field) to shop a beautiful selection of plants while supporting our FFA program and agriculture students! 🌱💙 📅 April 7-11 ⏰ 8:15 AM - 4:30 PM 📍 High School Greenhouse (east of the baseball field) They’ll be offering annuals, perennials, tomatoes, peppers, vegetables, and watermelon! 🍅🌶️🍉🌿 Don’t miss this chance to grow your garden and support our students! 🌼🌱 #ChampionForKids #CPSDascends #Ascend #AscendtoExcellence #WampusCats #6legs

CPSD District Wide STEAM Night - THIS WEEK!! 🚀 You’re Invited to an Unforgettable STEAM Night! 📅 Date: April 03, 2025 🕕 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 📍 Location: Buzz Bolding Arena and James H. Clark Auditorium Join us for an action-packed K-12 CPSD STEAM Night—a night of hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics fun for the whole family! Visit the Website for more information! https://sites.google.com/conwayschools.info/ms-steam-night/home 🚁 See a Helicopter Up Close! 🎈 Marvel at a Hot Air Balloon! 🔬 Engage with the Museum of Discovery’s Awesome Science Shows! 🎨 Watch Live Art Demonstrations! 🦁 Meet Special Animal Ambassadors From the Little Rock Zoo! 🏗️ Explore BIG Machines from Conway Corporation! 🎣 Learn from Arkansas Game & Fish Experts! 🚔 Meet First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers, & Their Equipment! 🔥 Say Hello to Smokey Bear and His Heavy Equipment! 🎓 Engage with Demonstrations from Local Colleges & Universities! 🛠️ Meet Real Engineers & Industry Experts! 👩‍🏫 Visit and Learn from CPSD Teachers! 🌟 Discover Pathways to Exciting Careers in STEAM Fields! …and so much more! This is a free event open to all CPSD K-12 students and their families. Centennial Bank will be cooking free hotdogs for the whole family while supplies last. Kona Ice and Food Trucks will also be available for purchase. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore, discover, and experience STEAM in action while learning how these fields can shape your future! We can’t wait to see you there! Thank you, Centennial Bank and Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, for your financial support and your investment in our students!

🎒 Sallie Cone Preschool Registration for 2025-26 is NOW OPEN! 🎒 Do you have a little one ready for preschool? If they are 4 years old before August 1, 2025, or 3 years old by February 28, 2025, they may be eligible for enrollment at Sallie Cone Preschool! 💻 Important: Eligibility is based on specific criteria, so please review the full guidelines and qualifications before picking up a packet. 📍 Packet Pickup: In-person at Sallie Cone from 9 AM - 2 PM. For detailed information, visit: conwayschools.org/o/scp/page/registration #PreschoolRegistration #WeAreWampusCats #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #SallieConePreschool

🌸 Spring Break Announcement 🌸 Conway Public Schools will be on Spring Break from March 24-28, 2025. Students and staff will return on March 31, 2025. Enjoy your break Wampus Cats! 🌞📚