Competing were:
SENIORS: Addison Choate, Callie Wesbecher, Dylan Mercer, Farrah Sherman, Joshua Mendoza, Kamryn Young, Liam O’Connor, and Naomi Brooks.
JUNIORS: Amelia Garrett, Dylan Simmons, Landon Wharton, Luci Guiterrez, Madison Davenport, Milina Michel, Sydney Madsen, and Zuriel Palma.
SOPHOMORES: Hugh Lamey, Lina Akramova, Maxwell Thrasher, Ronald Weaver, and Roseli Pineda.
We Need Your Vote, Wampus Cat Family!
We are so excited to share that Conway Public Schools has been named a Top 5 Finalist in AY Magazine’s Best of 2026!
This recognition is a direct result of the incredible support from our staff, students, families, and community—and we’re proud to say this isn’t our first time! Conway Public Schools was also honored as AY’s Best School in 2024, and we would love to earn that top spot again with your help!
Now it’s time for the final round of voting, and we need your help to bring it home!
Voting is open now through March 11 at AY MAGAZINE! Click the link and scroll down to Public Schools!
AY reaches millions of Arkansans each year, and this is a great opportunity to showcase the amazing things happening in our district. Let’s make sure the entire state sees the excellence of Conway Public Schools!
Vote. Share. Repeat.
Encourage your friends, family, and community members to vote and help us take the top spot!
Thank you for always showing up and supporting our schools. Let’s go, Wampus Cats!
Did you know the Year of the Fire Horse 🐎 begins on February 17? Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is celebrated in China and by many Asian communities worldwide, traditionally lasting 15 days of joy, tradition, and family gatherings. 🌸
Special thanks to Velda Lueders, Coldwell Banker RPM Group, for the generous donation supporting the annual traditions and activities in all Chinese classes at Conway High School! 💙🙏💙
#ChineseNewYear #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheHorse #SpringFestival #CulturalCelebration 🎇
🏀 GAME DAY vs. Jonesboro 🏀
It’s Senior Night! 🎓 Tonight we celebrate our incredible seniors and everything they’ve given to this program. Their leadership, dedication, and heart have made a lasting impact , let’s show up big and make it a night to remember! 🚾 🏀
📍 Home vs. Jonesboro (JVB/VG/VB)
🎓 Senior Night Recognition: Before boys game
🕒 Tip-off: 4:45
🎟 Get your tickets:
🔗 https://gofan.co/event/5775991?schoolId=AR4663
📺 Can’t make it? Watch LIVE:
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/live/LNBvEFLaAk8?si=0j05ATg1dL5owoz-
Let’s pack the gym, bring the energy, and send our seniors out the right way! 🔥🏆
John David has been named one of only 10 national winners of the Senior Travel Scholarship through the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese and the National Spanish Exam. After earning Gold (96th percentile) and Silver (91st percentile) honors on the National Spanish Exam, he secured a 9-day study abroad experience in Salamanca, Spain, where he will study at the University of Salamanca this summer. He was also selected for the Joseph Adams Senior Scholarship through the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica but chose to accept the national travel opportunity.
John David scored a 5 on the AP Spanish exam, will earn the Global Seal of Biliteracy this spring (B2 Working Fluency), and is an active member of Spanish Club and SHH.
We are incredibly proud of his dedication and achievement.✨ ¡Felicidades! ✨
#CHSProud #GlobalLearner #SealOfBiliteracy
Ninth graders at Conway Junior High School explored potential high school course options, connecting with representatives from AP and CTE programs. From answering questions to hands-on demonstrations, students got a firsthand look at the opportunities waiting for them.
Big decisions, bright futures!
#WampusCats #CollegeAndCareerReady #TheFutureStartsNow
As you plan your week, plan to Join us at our 4th Annual Conway School District Career Fair on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, from 9am to 11am at Buzz Bolding Arena! Address: 2300 Prince St. Conway, AR
Open to ALL!
Whether you're an educator, a healthcare professional, a bus driver, or a maintenance expert, we have a place for you on our amazing team! Positions include teachers, paraprofessionals, secretaries, substitutes, nurses, custodial staff, food service, bus drivers, bus aides, maintenance, and mechanics. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore rewarding career options and make a difference in our community! See you there! #ConwaySchoolDistrict #CareerFair #JoinOurTeam #ChampionsForKids
Along with their many individual awards, the Wampus Cats brought home 1st Place Team Sweepstakes!!!
Team members competing were:
Seniors - Annabel Champlin, Farah Sherman, Joshua Mendoza, Kamryn Young, Naomi Brooks, Wren Welky.
Juniors - Amelia Garrett, Madison Davenport, Milina Michel.
Sophomores - Hugh Lamey, Lina Arkamova, Roseli Pineda, Sierra Moses, Zenna Dean.
🚍💙 ON THE ROAD
🐾 W A M P U S C A T S at CENTRAL 🐾
🕔 JV Boys — 5:00 PM
🏀 Followed by Varsity Girls
🏀 Varsity Boys
🎟️ Purchase Tickets:
👉 https://gofan.co/event/5223180?schoolId=AR4660
📺 Watch LIVE:
👉 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ar/little-rock/organization/3008/central-high-school
LET’S GO CATS! 🚾 🏀
It’s time to start a new chapter for your little learner! Kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year is officially OPEN. We can’t wait to see the Class of 2039 write their own success stories at Conway Public Schools.
Plot Details:
🎂 Age Check: Students must be 5 by August 1, 2026.
💻 The Setting: Register online at conwayschools.org/newreg.
🗓️ A Date to Remember: School buildings will begin processing your child’s "story" (registration) starting March 2nd.
Help us get the word out! Share this post or tag a friend who has a future Wampus Cat ready to start their first big adventure. 🐾📚 #ConwayLittleCats #LittleCats #WampusCat #ChampionsForKids
Premier Distinction is the highest degree in the NSDA Honor Society! This is an outstanding achievement. Fewer than 3% of NSDA members earn Premier Distinction prior to graduation! This milestone is a celebration of the hundreds of hours Addison has spent preparing, practicing, and competing to hone her communication and leadership skills. Along with earning Premier Distinction, Addison is also an NSDA Academic All-American.
Addison is a 3-year member of the CHS Speech & Debate team and has competed across the state of Arkansas, along with Philadelphia, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi. Addison competes in Lincoln-Douglas debate, Informative Speaking, Student Congress and is a 3-year member of our Mock Trial team.
🏠💙 AT HOME
🐾 W A M P U S C A T S vs BRYANT 🐾
🕔 JV Boys — 5:00 PM
🏀 Followed by Varsity Girls
🏀 Varsity Boys
🎟️ Purchase Tickets:
👉 https://gofan.co/event/6006252?schoolId=AR4663
📺 Watch LIVE:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/QztjMlKk6RQ?si=tdJH1URf8AkdouzC
LET’S GO CATS! 🚾 🏀
On Saturday, February 7th, the CJHS & CHS Asian Club, in partnership with the Faulkner County Library, local Chinese community members, and the UCA Center for Asian Languages and Cultures, proudly hosted Conway’s 2nd Lunar New Year Celebration.
With approximately 200 attendees, the event was filled with energy, learning, and fun! Families enjoyed interactive stations featuring dumpling-making, Chinese calligraphy, crafts, chopsticks games, and more. It was a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse.
A heartfelt thank-you to the Faulkner County Library for providing the space and incredible support that helped make this event possible. We are also grateful for our amazing team of 20 student volunteers from Conway High School and Conway Junior High School, along with 14 local Chinese community members, whose enthusiasm and dedication made the celebration such a success.
Special thanks to our generous supporters:
🥟 Sakura Ocean A.Y.C.E. Sushi & Hibachi (coming soon) for the $200 donation supporting the dumpling station
🧋 Boba Love for donating nearly 200 cups of boba tea
🍩 Shimmery Donut for donating 50 dozen donut holes
Events like this truly highlight the cultural vibrancy of our community and the growing excitement for Chinese culture and language. Interested in learning more? Join our Chinese program or the Asian Club! 🌏❤️
#LunarNewYear #ConwayAsianClub #ChineseCulture #CommunityCelebration #YearOfTheHorse #ConwayHigh
The Academic All American award recognizes high school students who have earned the degree of Superior Distinction within the NSDA Honor Society by competing in speech and debate events at tournaments; completed at least 5 semesters of high school; demonstrated outstanding character and leadership; and earned a GPA of 3.7 or higher. Fewer than 2% of National Speech & Debate Association student members earn the Academic All American award every year.
This honor is an indicator of Naomi’s academic achievement and competitive success.
Naomi is a 3 year member of the CHS Speech & Debate Team. Naomi competes in Program of Oral Interpretation, Poetry & Prose Interpretation, Original Oratory, and Mock Trial.
Congratulations to all of the talented CHS students who have earned a place in All State Choir and All State Band! This incredible achievement reflects dedication, discipline, and a true passion for music.
Best wishes at the All State Conference — represent CHS with pride and enjoy every moment of this well-deserved honor! 👏🎶
#AllState #FineArtsExcellence #WampusCatPride
