⚠️ School Closing
Conway Schools and offices will be closed Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, due to icy road conditions throughout the district.
We will continue to monitor the road conditions and will communicate further school closings or delays as necessary.
Please stay safe and warm Wampus Cats!
⚠️ School Closing
Conway Schools will be closed Monday & Tuesday, January 26th & 27th, 2026, due to inclement weather and bad road conditions. Please stay safe and warm Wampus Cats!
We will continue to monitor the road conditions and will communicate further school closings or delays as necessary.
Weather Update: Monitoring Conditions for Friday
Good evening Conway Public Schools,
We are continuing to closely monitor the incoming weather system and will evaluate updated conditions tomorrow morning as forecasts continue to change.
If weather conditions warrant, we may pivot to a two-hour early release on Friday to ensure the safety of our students, staff and families. Should that occur, the following dismissal times would apply:
Elementary Schools: 1:15 p.m.
Secondary Schools (Middle Schools, CJHS, & CHS): 1:30 p.m.
If an early release is implemented, end-of-day dismissal procedures would remain normal, buses would run their regular routes, and all after-school activities and programs would be canceled.
We will communicate any decision as soon as it is made. Please continue to monitor your email, phone messages, and district communication channels for updates. If no additional communication is issued, schools will follow their regular dismissal schedules.
Our team will continue monitoring the weather throughout the weekend and will provide updates regarding any additional school closings or delays as needed.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize safety. Please stay safe and warm.
Sincerely,
Conway Public Schools
🎉📈 WAY TO GO, SIMON MIDDLE SCHOOL! 📈🎉
We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Adolph and her outstanding students from Simon Middle School for being named 1st Place Regional Winners in the Stock Market Game for the Fall 2025 semester, hosted by Economics Arkansas! 👏
👏 Congratulations to students:
Ava Easterling, Titus Tinsley, Micah Huckaba, and Jackson Smith for their hard work, teamwork, and dedication.
This impressive accomplishment earned them recognition at the Clinton Presidential Library, where they were honored during the Fall 2025 Student Awards Luncheon today. The celebration was made even more special as family members were able to attend and celebrate alongside these students.
Mrs. Adolph and her students were joined by Principal KaRon Branch, Ms. Moix, as well as Superintendent Jason Black, Deputy Superintendent Karon Lasker, and Assistant Superintendent Bryce Bennett, showing strong district support for student success.
📊💼 Congratulations to this incredible group for representing Simon Middle School and Conway Public Schools with excellence!
#CPSD #ChampionsForKids #SimonMiddleSchool #StudentSuccess #StockMarketGame #EconomicsArkansas #CPSDProud #FutureLeaders
🎙️ On the Radio This Morning — Two Special Guests! 🎙️
This morning, we were excited to welcome Conway High School teacher Ms. Casey Griffith and Senior Wren Welky to the radio to talk about all things CHS Debate/Forensics, including the incredible success of their Mock Trial State Champion team and their busy competition schedule across Arkansas and beyond.
They also have major highlights to share from the 57th Arkansas Student Congress on Human Relations State Tournament, where CHS students earned outstanding recognition at the state level. Arkansas Student Congress, the oldest model legislative event in the state, gives students a powerful opportunity to experience the democratic process through caucuses, committees, and floor debates at the State Capitol.
🏆 2025 Arkansas Student Congress Honors for Conway High School include:
• Multiple Superior and Excellence awards across caucus, committee, floor debate, and parliamentary procedure
• CHS Best Delegate: Ian Lee-Kim
• Highest Scoring Delegate (House I): Ian Lee-Kim
• Melinda Valdez-Milloway Award: Ian Lee-Kim
• Tournament Overall Delegation: 2nd Place — Conway High School
• Numerous Best Delegation, Best Bill, and Bill Passed recognitions across House I, II, and III
Check out more information here: https://www.conwayschools.org/article/2648554
All CHS Student Congress participants are members of the CHS Speech & Debate Team, coached by Mrs. Casey Griffith, and their achievements reflect months of preparation, collaboration, and leadership.
👏 We are incredibly proud of these students and their dedication to excellence, civic engagement, and academic competition.
📻 Be sure to tune in every Wednesday morning at 7:30 AM to hear more amazing stories and updates from Conway Public Schools on the radio!
#WampusCatPride #WeAreCPSD #CHSDebate #SpeechAndDebate #StudentLeadership #MockTrial #ConwayPublicSchools #WampusCatsOnAir
⚠️ Weather Update | Conway Public Schools ⚠️
We are closely monitoring the potential for inclement weather beginning Friday and continuing into the weekend. District leadership, along with our maintenance and transportation teams, are taking every precaution to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Any changes to the school schedule will prioritize safety. Stay tuned for updates through automated calls/texts, email, app notifications, social media, local news outlets, and conwayschools.org. Be sure to download the CPSD App and turn on the notifications for information if you haven’t already!
📌 Review inclement weather procedures:
👉 https://www.conwayschools.org/page/inclement-weather-information
❄️ City of Conway Warming Centers ❄️
As temperatures drop, the City of Conway has opened warming centers for those in need:
• Don Owen Sports Center | 10 Lower Ridge Rd
Open 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. (overnight check-in at 7:00 p.m.) | No pets
• McGee Center | 3800 College Ave
Open 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. | No overnight stays | No pets
• Conway Emergency Shelter | 1116 Gum St
Overnight check-in begins at 4:30 p.m. | 18+ | First come, first served
📞 Questions or donations: Office of the Mayor at (501) 450-6110
Please look out for one another and stay safe.
#CPSDSafety #WeatherAlert #ChampionsForKids
📢 School Closure Notice: Martin Luther King Jr. Day 📢 Conway Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Let's honor his legacy and enjoy the day off. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20. Thank you!
💙 Today we proudly celebrate National I Love Public Schools Day!
At Conway Public Schools, public education is the heart of our community—where every student is welcomed, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We are grateful for our dedicated teachers, staff, families, and community partners who make our schools a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive every day.
#ILovePublicSchools #CPSD #PublicSchoolProud
Check out our January 2026 School Board Meeting Recap! https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/january-2026-school-board-meeting-recap
Champion Student of the Month – January
Tonight at the Conway Public School District Board of Education meeting, we are proud to recognize Siboney Moore—better known as Sibo, a 8th-grade student at Conway Junior High School, as our January Champion Student of the Month!
Be sure to tune in tomorrow morning at 7:30 AM to hear Sibo featured on our weekly Conway Public Schools Highlight with JR and Conway Junior High Principal Marquis Rogers on:
• KAT Country 98.9 / 92.5 FM & AM 800
• 92.7 JACK-FM
• My Country Y107
We are so proud of you, Sibo!
Check out this video! https://youtu.be/L9n5vqOwkos
🎓 Big News for Conway High Seniors—and Our Community!
Joshua Mendoza, a senior at Conway High School, has matched with MIT through the QuestBridge National College Match program—earning a full ride to his dream school! Joshua also received a $250 Boost Grant from ConwayUP for completing his scholarship application.
ConwayUP is a local grant program that turns community donations into $250 grants for students who complete scholarship applications. Depending on the program, those applications can unlock thousands of dollars in financial aid and life-changing opportunities.
⏰ With many scholarship deadlines approaching February 1, now is the time for seniors to take action—especially while they’re on break and have time to focus.
👉 Students: Learn how to qualify for a $250 Boost Grant and get on the list for scholarship support at conwayup.org
💙 Community & Businesses: Every dollar donated goes directly toward $250 grants that encourage students to invest in their futures.
Let’s make sure no student misses out on these opportunities.
Important Announcement! Special Records to be Destroyed.
On January 26, 2026, 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, 2019 and December 31, 2019. 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 23, 2026, by calling the Special Education office at (501)450-6634, extension 0303 or emailing at records@conwayschools.info.
The Conway Public School District Board of Education has appointed Jason Black as Superintendent of Schools following an extensive national search.
After careful consideration, community input, and a thorough interview process, the Board selected Black for his experience, leadership, and readiness to guide the district forward. Black, who has served as Interim Superintendent since July, shared his commitment to students, staff, families, and the community, emphasizing transparency, collaboration, and continued progress.
👉 Read more here: https://www.conwayschools.org/article/2610939
📣 Special School Board Meeting – Today at 5:00 PM The Conway Public School District Board of Education will meet today at 5:00 PM to discuss the selection of the district’s next superintendent. The Board will enter into executive session before a decision is announced. Following executive session, the Board will reconvene in open session to announce its decision. The meeting will be live-streamed on the CPSD YouTube channel. https://youtube.com/@conwaypublicschoolssocialm3021?feature=shared
It was such a fun surprise at central office when an unexpected Holiday Singing Gram arrived!!
Community Update from School Board President Sheila Franklin
Tonight marks the final interview for our next superintendent. However, please note that the board meeting will not be live streamed as no decision will be made tonight.
The board is committed to thoroughly discussing the candidates before making a selection. We will announce the next meeting date as soon as it is decided, along with the live stream details for that meeting.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we work towards making the best choice for our school community!
Carolyn Lewis Elementary
2025 Arkansas Grown School Garden of the Year
Carolyn Lewis Elementary was recognized last week at our December School Board Meeting for being awarded under the 2025 Arkansas Grown School Garden of the Year Award, the Best Harvest Partnership School Garden Award. Carolyn Lewis Elementary gardens is an amazing atmosphere and you are going to be amazed every time you visit! Our garden teams around the district work so hard on their gardens and it is amazing to see how students across our district get to experience a school garden. Conway is on a roll winning this title!
CPSD School Board President Sheila Franklin
ASBA Certificate of Boardsmanship Award
Board President Sheila Franklin has been awarded the ASBA Certificate of Boardsmanship Award for having earned at least 25 hours of in service credit from ASBA accepted training. Mrs. Franklin, on behalf of Conway Public Schools, we appreciate your hard work and dedication to our students, staff, and community.
