CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL

🌟 Black History Spotlight🌟 With 30 years of teaching experience, Mr. William Richardson has made an indelible mark on Conway High School and the community. Initially planning to pursue law, Mr. Richardson was inspired by his mother’s advice and mentors like Mr. Robert Wills and Mr. James Branch to enter education. His journey wasn’t always easy, especially early in his career when he faced the challenge of teaching students at various academic levels. However, with guidance and determination, Mr. Richardson has not only persevered but thrived, earning numerous accolades along the way, including Teacher of the Year at CHS (2017-2018) and recognition as Arkansas History Day Teacher of Merit (2008). Mr. Richardson’s classroom moments have shaped generations of students, including explaining the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and taking students to the White House and U.S. Congress—experiences that cemented his lasting impact on his students. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Richardson is deeply committed to preserving history, serving as the historian for the Pope County Historical Association and contributing to local historical preservation efforts. What continues to drive Mr. Richardson? The words of his former students—who, despite not initially enjoying history, told him how much they appreciated his class—and seeing those students succeed in their careers and lives beyond high school. His message to students: “Don’t take your educational opportunity for granted. Education is the most powerful weapon to change the world.” 🌍💡 Thank you, Mr. Richardson, for your unwavering dedication to your students, your love for history, and the change you’ve inspired in the lives you’ve touched. #BlackHistoryMonth #EducationMatters #CHSeducators #InspiringChange

School Closure Announcement for THURSDAY FEB. 20 All Conway Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, out of caution for the safety of our students and staff. Our team will continue to monitor the road conditions, and we will provide updates if any additional closures or delays are necessary for Friday. Stay safe and warm, Wampus Cats! 🐾

Thank you Mark Buffalo for highlighting our two-sport, Lady Cat Dekeria Carter in today's Log Cabin Democrat! 🗞️ A great article about an amazing young-lady. 🚾🏀

Wampus Cat Senior Football banquet will be next Tuesday!! 🚾🏈

📚 Inspire. Teach. Lead. – Pre-Educator CTE Program! 🍎 Passionate about shaping the future? 🌟 The Pre-Educator Program prepares high school students for rewarding careers in education 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫. Through courses like Introduction to Education, Educational Technology, and Child Growth & Development, students gain hands-on experience in real classrooms within our school district ✏️📖. ✨ Program Highlights: ✅ Classroom Observations & Field Experience 🏫 ✅ Earn Concurrent College Credit 🎓 ✅ Take the ParaPro Praxis Assessment 📝 ✅ Qualify for a Certified Teaching Assistant Credential 📜 This program is your first step toward becoming an educator and making a difference in students' lives! 🌍✨ #FutureTeachers #InspireTomorrow

School Closure Announcement All Conway Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, out of caution for the safety of our students and staff. Our team will continue to monitor the weather and road conditions, and we will provide updates if any additional closures or delays are necessary. Stay safe and warm, Wampus Cats! 🐾 #CPSD #StaySafe

Schedule for February 25th: 11th Graders – ACT Testing: All Juniors will be taking the ACT. Juniors need their student ID or Driver's License for the ACT Students who plan to check out after completing their section of the test must be on the check-out list and are required to sign out at the front office. Parents are encouraged to call the day before to add their student's name to the check-out list. If you choose to wait till the 25th to add your student to the check-out list, call early to help with the volume of phone calls. 10th Graders: Excused to work on community service hours. 12th Graders: Excused for a college visit or career day. Reminder: Students participating in college visits, career visits, or community service will be excused from school. We encourage them not to be on campus that day.

SAVE THE DATE 📆 Lady Wampus Cat Basketball Try-Out Dates for 7th-12th graders 🚾🏀 Look for a link to sign-up after Spring Break 👀

✨ Black History Spotlight ✨ With 30 years in education, Ms. Anita Cegers-Coleman’s love for learning began in childhood, inspired by a family of educators and a passion for school that never faded. Her mother’s story of a caring teacher who made a lasting impact sparked her own desire to inspire generations of students. Ms. Cegers-Coleman proudly carries on her family’s legacy of education, following in the footsteps of her greatest mentor—her mother, Linda Cegers, a dedicated teacher of 43 years. Her career highlights include: 📚 National Board Certified Teacher (2010) 🏫 Conway District Teacher of the Year (2016) 🏅 State Teacher of the Year Regional Finalist One moment she holds close to her heart is being honored alongside Alicia Cox at the 2019 Dig Pink event, celebrating their strength as breast cancer survivors, surrounded by a supportive school and community. Her guiding lesson to every student? 💛 Even though we’re human, and sometimes things don’t go the way we’d like—always choose kindness. Or, as Paddington would say, “It doesn’t cost me anything to be kind.” #BlackHistorySpotlight #EducatorSpotlight #Inspiration #LegacyOfLearning

📣This is a reminder that there will be no classes for students tomorrow as scheduled, Tuesday, February 18. All district offices and campuses will be closed. We will be monitoring weather conditions and will communicate any potential closures for Wednesday, February 19, as needed. Stay warm and safe, Wampus Cats! Conway Public Schools

🏗️🔧 Students in this program are building their future—literally! Designed to introduce the world of construction, this program explores career paths in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, cabinetry, and soon, HVAC. ⚡🚿🪚 Through a mix of classroom lessons and hands-on shop instruction, students gain the skills to tackle real-world projects. 🛠️✨#ConstructionCareers #SkillsUSA #FutureBuilders #HandsOnLearning

📣Join us at the Conway School District Career Fair on Saturday, March 1, 2025, 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, 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 #CPSDAscends

📣Join us at the Conway School District Career Fair on Saturday, March 1, 2025, 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, 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 #CPSDAscends

Youth Wrestling State Champions! Will Bowen and Max Earnhart

Conway Wrestling got an opportunity to give back today, volunteering at Arkansas Youth State!

Congratulations to the Girls and Boys Swim Teams and Coaches! Both teams brought home the 6A Central Conference Champioships Plaques! Way to go Cats!#sixlegs

🏀🔥 Our Unified Basketball team is on fire! They are undefeated through two rounds of the State Tournament, and we couldn’t be prouder! 💙👏 We can’t wait to see how much they accomplish as the season continues! Let’s go, Wampus Cats! 💪🐾 #WampusCatPride #UnifiedChampions #StateTournament

🚀Unlock Your Future with Computer Science at Conway High School!💻 Technology is shaping the world—are you ready to lead the way? The Computer Science CTE program at Conway High School equips students with cutting-edge skills, hands-on experience, and competitive opportunities that set them apart in college, careers, and beyond! Let me know if you'd like any other adjustments!

🎉 Lunar New Year Celebration at the Faulkner County Library 🎉 On Saturday, February 1st, the Conway High School Asian Club, in collaboration with the Faulkner County Library, local Chinese community members, and the UCA Center for Chinese Language and Culture, hosted Conway’s first-ever Lunar New Year Celebration. Approximately 400 attendees participated in the event, enjoying various interactive stations such as dumpling-making, calligraphy, crafts, two wishing trees, traditional dress-ups, and more. It was a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, learn about Chinese culture, and celebrate the Year of the Snake. Special thanks go to the Faulkner County Library for providing the space and support to bring this idea to life. Appreciation is extended to the dedicated team of 18 student volunteers from Conway High School and Conway Junior High School and over 20 adult volunteers, including parents and local Asian community members, for their hard work and enthusiasm. We are also deeply grateful for the generous donation from Velda Lueders, Realtor – Coldwell Banker RPM Group, in support of the Chinese program in Conway Public Schools. Special thanks to the five local restaurants that came together to feed our volunteers: Mulan’s Chinese Buffet & Sushi, the Mighty Crab Conway, Wing Station, Fuji Japanese Steakhouse, and Shimmery Donut. Events like this reflect the vibrant cultural diversity in our community and the growing interest in Chinese culture and language. If you’re interested in learning more, consider joining our Chinese program or the Asian Club! 🌏❤️ #LunarNewYear #ConwayAsianClub #ChineseCulture #CommunityCelebration #YearOfTheSnake #ConwayHigh

🏅🎉 Last week, six amazing Conway High School students represented us at the Special Olympics Winter Games! Our three unified pickleball teams played their hearts out and brought home 2 gold medals and 1 bronze medal! We are so proud of our athletes and their partners for their dedication and teamwork! 💙💪 #WampusCatPride #SpecialOlympics #UnifiedChampionSchools