CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL

THE Kenny Smith Wampus Cat Golf Tournament is only 51 days away! Get signed up today! 🚾 🏈 X ⛳️

Conway High School VEX Robotics Team “Lucky Ducks” 32174B Earns Spot at VEX Robotics World Championship Conway, AR – The Conway High School VEX Robotics Team, known as the Lucky Ducks Team 32174B, has earned a prestigious invitation to the VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas, May 6–8. This hardworking and innovative team, led by Ian Mendez-Sosa and Brody Mercer, demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the season. Team members include Ethan Brock, Bowen Cathcart, Seth Chesshire, Dustyn Free, Asrith Kavi, Dylan Mercer, Jeffrey Tan, and Anthony Ye. These dedicated students competed fiercely at the Arkansas State Tournament on March 15, where they faced off against the top robotics teams from across the state. After a long day of intense qualifying matches, the Lucky Ducks advanced to the Tournament Finals, where they earned the title of Tournament Finalists. Their performance, in alliance with Team Hephaestus from Bryant, secured their coveted invitation to compete on the international stage in Dallas. The team extends sincere thanks to Conway High School, supportive parents, and their coaches for providing the resources, encouragement, and mentorship that helped make this achievement possible. The Lucky Ducks are now gearing up for the World Championship, ready to represent Conway with pride, creativity, and competitive spirit on the global stage.

Congratulations to Elyse Ortega and Ian Lee-Kim, members of the CHS Speech & Debate Team. They have qualified to represent Arkansas at the National Speech & Debate Association’s National Tournament in Des Moines, Iowa. Only two students per event are able to represent Arkansas at the national tournament, having to qualify at the NSDA Arkansas District tournament. Elyse qualified in Program of Oral Interpretation for the 2nd year. Ian qualified in Original Oratory (persuasive speech).

🎭✨ Meet the Buckets! ✨🎭 🍫 Eli Halter (Grandpa Joe) — Just like Grandpa Joe himself, Eli is an old pro! A familiar face on stages across Central Arkansas, Eli has performed with multiple groups and continues to shine in every role. At CHS, he’s active in the Forensics program and a proud member of multiple choirs. After graduation, Eli will be pursuing his passion for theater in college! 🍫 Olivia Sullivan (Charlie Bucket) — Taking the stage in the title role for her very first CHS production! Olivia may be new to the spotlight, but she’s already a strong presence at CHS through her commitment to the choir program. Get ready to watch her shine as the kind-hearted Charlie Bucket! 📅 Showtimes: 🎟️ Wednesday, 4/23 — 7PM 🎟️ Thursday, 4/24 — 7PM 🎟️ Friday, 4/25 — 7PM 🎫 Tickets available at the door or online at GoFan.co (https://gofan.co/app/school/AR4663_4)! Don’t miss this golden opportunity to see these talented students bring Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to life! ✨🍬 #CHSWillyWonka #GoldenTicket #CHSTheater #SupportTheArts

🎓 It’s time to celebrate the Conway High School Class of 2025! 💙🎉 Join us for Graduation on Friday, May 9 at Estes Stadium in Conway! 🕕 Gates open at 6:00 p.m. 🎓 Ceremony begins at 7:00 p.m. ✅ No tickets required and no limit on guests—bring the whole crew to cheer on your graduate! Can’t make it in person? Catch the celebration live on: 📺 Conway Corp Channel 5 and 585 💻 Conway Corp's YouTube Channel 📖 Be sure to read the full article for more info on the broadcast and stadium security quick facts: https://www.conwayschools.org/article/2137501 Let’s give the Class of 2025 the unforgettable send off they deserve! 🎉🎓 #WampusCatsGraduate #ConwayClassof2025 #WeAreConway #WampusCatsASCEND #ConwayPublicSchools

Senior chromebooks and chargers will be collected April 22-23 through ELA classes. Students who do not have a charger to return will owe $20 (cash or check).

📣 Attention Conway High Families! ATLAS testing is coming up! 📚 🧬 Biology EOC – Tues, April 22 📐 Geometry EOC – Wed, April 23 ✍️ 10th Grade Writing – Tues, April 29 📖 10th Grade Reading – Wed, April 30 🔋 Bring fully charged Chromebooks 📵 Personal devices will be powered off 📅 All students follow normal schedules when not testing – attendance required Let’s show what we know, Wampus Cats! 💙💪 #ConwayHigh #ATLASTesting #WampusCats

Arkansas State Championship Tournament Congratulations to the following CHS Speech & Debate team members for qualifying for the STATE TOURNAMENT! In order to qualify for the Arkansas State Championship tournament, a student has to compete at a sanctioned tournament and meet qualifying standards. The CHS Speech & Debate team has secured 59 ASC qualifications! The Arkansas Communications & Theatre Arts Association (ACTAA) is the sponsoring and governing body that hosts the Arkansas State Championship each year which is sanctioned by the Arkansas Activities Association. Students will compete May 2-3, 2025. The CHS Speech & Debate team is coached by Mrs. Casey Griffith.

🎭✨ Meet the Teavees! ✨🎭 🍫 Hutson Teague (Mike Teavee) — A rookie with a standout role! Hutson is proving that first-timers can pack a punch, surprising audiences with both his acting and vocal talent. When he’s not lighting up the stage, you’ll spot him sprinting laps as a proud member of the CHS Track Team! 🍫 Hadassah Smith (Ethel Teavee) — A seasoned veteran of the CHS stage, this marks her third musical performance! Hadassah’s passion for singing doesn’t stop at theater — she’s a dedicated member of every advanced choir at CHS and an accomplished, highly honored vocalist. 📅 Showtimes: 🎟️ Wednesday, 4/23 — 7PM 🎟️ Thursday, 4/24 — 7PM 🎟️ Friday, 4/25 — 7PM 🎫 Tickets available at the door or online at GoFan.co (https://gofan.co/app/school/AR4663_4)! Don’t miss your chance to see these two steal the spotlight in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! ✨🍬 #CHSWillyWonka #GoldenTicket #CHSTheater #SupportTheArts

Tryouts are next week! Sign up using the QR code or link! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYBOXvtueqEs7MexGJ8YDJ2zfXEYH_Kqwa_73xEwGK47LWXw/viewform

Prom 2025: Here We Go Again! Tickets go on sale starting Monday, March 31st for $35 through Go Fan, and will be available to purchase until April 24th! Join us for a night in Greece as we groove around the dance floor and under the disco lights! Paper tickets will be available to purchase during both lunches April 21st - 24th in case students cannot access Go Fan! https://gofan.co/app/school/AR4663

✨🍫 Golden Tickets Await! 🍫✨ Step into a world of pure imagination with CHS Theater’s production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! 🎭 Show Dates: April 23 - April 25 🕖 Showtime: 7:00 PM nightly 🎟️ Tickets: $5 — Students, Staff & Faculty $10 — Adults Tickets are available at the door or online at GoFan.co (https://gofan.co/)! Don’t miss your chance to support our talented students and the CHS Theater Department — it’s sure to be a scrumdiddlyumptious event! 💜🍬 #CHSTheater #CharlieAndTheChocolateFactory #SupportTheArts #CHSProud

The CHS PTO is holding its final meeting of the year on April 22nd - everyone is invited! We will be discussing Teacher Appreciation Week and identifying crucial goals for the 2025-2026 school year. See you there!

For the 9th consecutive year, the Conway High School Wampus Cat Yearbook Staff has been recognized with the Jostens National Yearbook Program of Excellence honor. The 2025 Wampus Cat was chosen based on the book's inclusivity and effective program management. Congrats to these student journalists!

📣 Attention Conway High Families! ATLAS testing is coming up! 📚 🧬 Biology EOC – Tues, April 22 📐 Geometry EOC – Wed, April 23 ✍️ 10th Grade Writing – Tues, April 29 📖 10th Grade Reading – Wed, April 30 🔋 Bring fully charged Chromebooks 📵 Personal devices will be powered off 📅 All students follow normal schedules when not testing – attendance required Let’s show what we know, Wampus Cats! 💙💪 #ConwayHigh #ATLASTesting #WampusCats

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📢 Kona Ice is coming to CHS! 🍧 Cool off with a sweet treat and support Student Council at the same time! 🎉 Kona Ice will be on campus April 1st & 17th during both lunches—don’t miss out! ❄️🚐 #KonaIce #SweetTreat #SupportStudentCouncil #CHS

🏀🎉 Friday was full of excitement at CHS! Our Unified Basketball Team — proud 3-peat champions — took on CHS faculty in a friendly matchup and claimed another stunning victory! 💪🔥 Later, the energy kept rolling at the Student Council Pep Assembly! Spring sports were recognized, the Band and Choir wowed the crowd, and performances by the Step Team and Asian Club brought the house down. 🎶💃 The fun wrapped up with an epic round of Ships and Sailors — the perfect way to head into the weekend! ⛵👏 #CHSPride #GoWampusCats #UnifiedChampions

The yearbook staff spent today preparing to distribute over 1,000 yearbooks. Prepaid students will be called alphabetically by grade to the media center TOMORROW to pick up the 2025 Wampus Cat. Extras will be available for $80 on THURSDAY!

🎓 Seniors — Graduation is Almost Here! 🎓 Make sure you’ve checked these important tasks off your to-do list before walking the stage! 💙💛 ✅ Submit Your Final Transcript Request https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2LAezMIVRH-3nccpCAL7IFToM64Cy6Hxu1XQEPYt4sioEMw/viewform ✅ Complete the Senior Scholarship Data Survey https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSep0oRr5qDRkYYZfJQL6yCGfz4S1jSczwjNAcU3FW5_AdZd6g/viewform ✅ Share Your Post-Graduate Contact Info https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelk66OLhs2HKg-JnEMjHQC8qOwSw_58BmCMRxgFDF9KXdylA/viewform 💡 Haven’t applied for the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship yet? Apply here: https://portal-sams.adhe.edu/public/login For questions or help, reach out to the Counseling Center! Let’s finish strong, Class of 2025! 🎉