CPSD Return to School Update
We are excited to welcome students and staff back to school on Monday, February 2nd, 2026, after a week of closures caused by the recent snow and ice storm.
All schools will operate on normal start times; however, snow bus routes will be in effect to ensure safe transportation for students. Families are encouraged to review snow route information prior to Monday morning.
🔗 Snow Bus Route Information:
CPSD Snow Routes
Our teams have continued working to prepare school campuses for a safe return. They have done a great job with sidewalks but please utilize caution in shaded areas. Also, a big shout out to the City of Conway, Faulkner County, and groups who were also a part of the clearing process. We can not thank you all enough for the hard work!
We will provide updates regarding snow make-up days as soon as that information becomes available.
Thank you for your understanding and support. We look forward to a smooth return to school on Monday.
Today we begin Black History Month!
This Tuesday, join us as we Celebrate Black History at the Buzz. 🚾 🏀
Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Inspiring the future.
🗓️ Tuesday Night
📍 The Buzz Bolding Arena
Due to school closures from recent inclement weather, Conway High School has made several important adjustments to upcoming schedules. ATLAS Interim #2 testing has been revised and will now take place on Wednesday, February 4 only for all 10th grade students, as well as some juniors and seniors. Students will no longer test on both February 3 and 4 as originally planned.
Families should also note that students who previously made arrangements for community service or college visits on February 3 may still attend those activities. These absences will be excused with proper documentation, which should be turned in to the front office.
Additionally, 3rd 9 Weeks Interim Progress Reports will be sent home with students during WIN on Friday, February 6, and Parent–Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, February 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
📧 Please check your inbox for a detailed email from Dr. Kate Worley, which includes full explanations and important reminders related to these updates.
If you have any questions, families are encouraged to contact the CHS front office once campus reopens.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of our students.
⚠️ School Closing
Conway Schools and offices will be closed Friday, January 30th, 2026.
While the warmer temperatures over the past two days have helped improve some conditions, travel throughout the district including access to side streets, driveways, and neighborhoods continues to be impacted.
Our crews are continuing to work diligently to clear each of our campuses and are preparing for a safe return to school soon.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize safety and continue to monitor conditions.
⚠️ School Closing
Conway Schools and offices will be closed Thursday, January 29th, 2026, due to icy road conditions throughout the district.
We continue to monitor conditions closely as crews work to address sidewalks, parking areas, and campus access. Many bus routes, particularly rural routes, remain impacted, and overnight low temperatures will continue to delay a safe return.
The decision to close is based on ensuring the safety of our students, staff, and families. We will communicate any additional closures or delays as conditions evolve.
Please stay safe and warm Wampus Cats!
⚠️ School Closing
Conway Schools and offices will be closed Thursday, January 29th, 2026, due to icy road conditions throughout the district.
We continue to monitor conditions closely as crews work to address sidewalks, parking areas, and campus access. Many bus routes, particularly rural routes, remain impacted, and overnight low temperatures will continue to delay a safe return.
The decision to close is based on ensuring the safety of our students, staff, and families. We will communicate any additional closures or delays as conditions evolve.
Please stay safe and warm Wampus Cats!
⚠️ 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.
The CHS Debaters brought home a collective 2nd Place Sweepstakes Award.
Earning individual awards were:
Congressional Debaters - Ian Lee-Kim (4th), Wren Welky (5th), Landon Harvey (6th), Jessie Smith & Callie Wesbecher (Finalists).
Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Addison Choate (2nd Varsity) & Newton Nganga (2nd Novice).
Extemporaneous Debate - Dylan Mercer (Champion).
Dramatic Interpretation - Farrah Sherman (2nd) & Annabel Champlain (4th).
Poetry Interpretation - Farrah Sherman (2nd) & Milina Michel (Semifinalist).
Informative Speaking - Joshua Mendoza (5th) & Addison Choate (Semifinalist)
Original Oratory - Wren Welky (3rd)
Prose Interpretation - Milina Michel (Semifinalist).
Humorous Interpretation - Amelia Garrett (Semifinalist).
Earning bids to compete at the University of Kentucky Tournament of Champions in April were:
Farrah Sherman - Dramatic Interpretation & Poetry Interpretation
Ian Lee-Kim, Landon Harvey & Wren Welky - Congressional Debate
Wren Welky - Original Oratory
Earning bids to compete at the NIETOC (National Individual Events Tournament of Champions) Tournament in May were:
Farrah Sherman - Dramatic Interpretation
Wren Welky - Original Oratory
All students are members of the CHS Speech & Debate team and are coached by Mrs. Casey Griffith.
#StudentLedLearning #ELAClassroom #LiteraryAnalysis #EdgarAllanPoe
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
CHS Asian Club is proud to help organize the 2nd Annual Lunar New Year Celebration at the Faulkner County Library! Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly event featuring food, games, crafts, and hands-on activities for all ages.
🗓 Saturday, February 7
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Faulkner County Library
Come celebrate the Year of the Horse alongside the Conway Chinese community, CHS Asian Club, and the UCA Center for Asian Languages and Cultures. It’s going to be a vibrant morning full of culture, creativity, and community—don’t miss it!
🥟🎨🀄✨
⚠️ 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
