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!
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Carl Stuart Middle School will be hosting a cookout for our students and staff to celebrate Black History Month on Friday, February 27. For our celebration, we will be providing grilled hot dogs and snacks, along with games, music, and fun! We are asking for donations of chips, drinks, and desserts! If you are able, please complete the Sign Up below! Please drop off items by 10:30 on Friday, February 27.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944A5AF29A2F5C34-62536112-csms
Carl Stuart Middle School will be hosting a cookout for our students and staff to celebrate Black History Month on Friday, February 27. For our celebration, we will be providing grilled hot dogs and snacks, along with games, music, and fun! We are asking for donations of chips, drinks, and desserts! If you are able, please complete the Sign Up below! Please drop off items by 10:30 on Friday, February 27.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944A5AF29A2F5C34-62536112-csms
7th Grade G3 Groups, advised by Mrs. Irvin, Ms. Jackson, and Ms. Miller, will be hosting a speaker series focused on options, empowerment, career paths, and service to the community—and today we kicked it off with Mrs. Jamille Thomas! Her presentation on Planning for the Future encouraged our 7th grade G3 students to think ahead, understand the difference between being rich and wealthy, and make informed spending choices.
Mrs. Thomas is a former CPSD teacher and Library Media Specialist who now serves as a real estate agent with Century 21 Sandstone Real Estate Group. She is also the Founder of Thomas Legacy Services alongside her husband and is a proud mother of two daughters, Heidy and Dani Kate.
She left our students with this powerful reminder:
“If you fail to plan for tomorrow, then tomorrow you have planned to fail.”
What a great start to our speaker series! 🪩⭐
Mrs. Thomas is a former CPSD teacher and Library Media Specialist who now serves as a real estate agent with Century 21 Sandstone Real Estate Group. She is also the Founder of Thomas Legacy Services alongside her husband and is a proud mother of two daughters, Heidy and Dani Kate.
She left our students with this powerful reminder:
“If you fail to plan for tomorrow, then tomorrow you have planned to fail.”
What a great start to our speaker series! 🪩⭐
Several of our G3 students took the time to teach multiplication and division skills to Ms. Perkins's, Ms. Neal's and Ms. St John's 4th grade students at Marguerite Vann Elementary! They did a wonderful job and the 4th graders absolutely loved it!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
⭐TEACHER FEATURE #6 ⭐
Mrs. Wanamaker | 6th Grade Reading | Metaphors
I used activity 8, Metaphor, as an activity to go with “The Jacket” by Gary Soto. We created metaphors by comparing the main character, Gary, to ordinary items from the classroom. To prepare we discussed how metaphors find similarities between two unlike things. We also talked about the characteristics of the main character using the STEAL method.
As a class, we chose an item in the classroom to compare to our main character, Gary. This class chose a pencil. (Other classes chose a book, a painting, the flag and a pencil sharpener, all of which worked well!) We discussed as tables and as a whole class as we worked together to complete the first row of the chart .Students were SO excited to tell me other ideas and really loved the creative thinking involved in this activity!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Mrs. Wanamaker | 6th Grade Reading | Metaphors
I used activity 8, Metaphor, as an activity to go with “The Jacket” by Gary Soto. We created metaphors by comparing the main character, Gary, to ordinary items from the classroom. To prepare we discussed how metaphors find similarities between two unlike things. We also talked about the characteristics of the main character using the STEAL method.
As a class, we chose an item in the classroom to compare to our main character, Gary. This class chose a pencil. (Other classes chose a book, a painting, the flag and a pencil sharpener, all of which worked well!) We discussed as tables and as a whole class as we worked together to complete the first row of the chart .Students were SO excited to tell me other ideas and really loved the creative thinking involved in this activity!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
🎨CSMS T-Shirt Design Contest
Carl Stuart Middle School is excited to announce our 2025–2026 Field Day T-Shirt Design Competition!
Each grade level will have ONE winner whose design will be featured on their grade’s official Field Day shirt!
How to Enter:
⭐Designs should be hand drawn on a regular size paper. The design must take up most of the paper size. If specific colors wanted they need to be listed.
⭐Give your physical copy to Burgess or Noland. Must be turned in by 3/20 with your name.
⭐Design Requirements:
-Must include Carl Stuart Middle School or CSMS
-Must include your grade level
-Must include the year 2025–2026
-Must say “Field Day” somewhere in the design
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Carl Stuart Middle School is excited to announce our 2025–2026 Field Day T-Shirt Design Competition!
Each grade level will have ONE winner whose design will be featured on their grade’s official Field Day shirt!
How to Enter:
⭐Designs should be hand drawn on a regular size paper. The design must take up most of the paper size. If specific colors wanted they need to be listed.
⭐Give your physical copy to Burgess or Noland. Must be turned in by 3/20 with your name.
⭐Design Requirements:
-Must include Carl Stuart Middle School or CSMS
-Must include your grade level
-Must include the year 2025–2026
-Must say “Field Day” somewhere in the design
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
✨ January Teachers & Employee of the Month ✨
Congratulations to Ms. Smith and Mrs. Milburn, our January Teachers of the Month! Your dedication and passion for students make a difference every single day.
A huge shoutout to Ms. Libbie, our Employee of the Month! Thank you for always going above and beyond to keep our school running smoothly with a smile. We appreciate you all so much! 💙
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Congratulations to Ms. Smith and Mrs. Milburn, our January Teachers of the Month! Your dedication and passion for students make a difference every single day.
A huge shoutout to Ms. Libbie, our Employee of the Month! Thank you for always going above and beyond to keep our school running smoothly with a smile. We appreciate you all so much! 💙
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
These D3 students rose to the occasion and completed their goals! As their reward, they requested Dave's Hot Chicken! Dave's loved what they are doing, and donated this food for them to enjoy! Congratulations to these young men!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
📣 Friendly Reminder!
Join us for our PTO meeting on Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30 PM!
See you there!!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Join us for our PTO meeting on Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30 PM!
See you there!!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
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
💙📚 Our Read-A-Thon is happening NOW! 📚💙
Donate today! https://conwayschoolscsms.beanstack.com/fundraiser
Our students have already read over 35,000 minutes — and they’re still going strong! 👏
Help us cheer them on by encouraging them to keep reading and by donating to support their efforts. Every minute read makes a difference!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway
Donate today! https://conwayschoolscsms.beanstack.com/fundraiser
Our students have already read over 35,000 minutes — and they’re still going strong! 👏
Help us cheer them on by encouraging them to keep reading and by donating to support their efforts. Every minute read makes a difference!
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway
Our very own Odie Phillips spoke to D3 and G3 students about his life and how he changed his direction in life through the support of people around him. He spoke responsibility and respect.
"Respect is the willingness to value someone as you value yourself."--Mr. Odie Phillips. ⭐⭐
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
"Respect is the willingness to value someone as you value yourself."--Mr. Odie Phillips. ⭐⭐
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Our favorite story is about to begin! 📖✨
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
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
🍧☀️ After working hard on ATLAS testing last week, our students cooled off with a sweet Kona Ice treat! It was the perfect day to celebrate their focus, determination, and effort.
We are so proud of the way our students showed up and gave their very best. Hard work + a little shaved ice = the perfect combo! 💙👏
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
We are so proud of the way our students showed up and gave their very best. Hard work + a little shaved ice = the perfect combo! 💙👏
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
8th Grade Cheer Tryouts will take place February 23-26. All cheer packets are due Friday, February 20. 💙
💙Our Read-A-Thon is happening NOW!!! 💙
This year, students at Carl Stuart Middle School have read over 270,000 minutes! Over 7,000 books have circulated through our library so far this year, showing that our students are dedicated to becoming stronger readers and leaders within our school!
Our Read-A-Thon helps our school raise money to continue to support our readers!
Donate today! https://conwayschoolscsms.beanstack.com/fundraiser
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway
This year, students at Carl Stuart Middle School have read over 270,000 minutes! Over 7,000 books have circulated through our library so far this year, showing that our students are dedicated to becoming stronger readers and leaders within our school!
Our Read-A-Thon helps our school raise money to continue to support our readers!
Donate today! https://conwayschoolscsms.beanstack.com/fundraiser
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway
⭐Black History Month Spotlight⭐
LaWonka Marks-Pearson serves as the Secretary at Carl Stuart Middle School, where she provides essential administrative support and contributes to a welcoming and organized school environment. She holds a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and brings a strong foundation in professionalism, responsibility, and student advocacy to her role.
LaWonka's achievements and experience within the school system center on assisting adolescents with their growth and development, ensuring they feel supported and encouraged. She is passionate about helping others whenever assistance is needed and believes that making a positive difference in the lives of students and staff is deeply rewarding. Life is good, and she approaches her work with dedication, compassion, and purpose.
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
LaWonka Marks-Pearson serves as the Secretary at Carl Stuart Middle School, where she provides essential administrative support and contributes to a welcoming and organized school environment. She holds a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and brings a strong foundation in professionalism, responsibility, and student advocacy to her role.
LaWonka's achievements and experience within the school system center on assisting adolescents with their growth and development, ensuring they feel supported and encouraged. She is passionate about helping others whenever assistance is needed and believes that making a positive difference in the lives of students and staff is deeply rewarding. Life is good, and she approaches her work with dedication, compassion, and purpose.
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
🍕🎉 Hard work tastes extra good! 🎉🍕
Our students who earned All A and All A & B Honor Roll for the first semester were rewarded with pizza to celebrate their dedication and academic excellence! 📚✨ We are so proud of their commitment to doing their best every single day.
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing PTO for donating the pizza and helping serve our students. We appreciate your continued support! 💙👏
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Our students who earned All A and All A & B Honor Roll for the first semester were rewarded with pizza to celebrate their dedication and academic excellence! 📚✨ We are so proud of their commitment to doing their best every single day.
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing PTO for donating the pizza and helping serve our students. We appreciate your continued support! 💙👏
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
💙TEACHER FEATURE #5 💙
Mrs. Bingham | 5th Grade Reading and ELA | Decision Making
Decision-making isn’t just about choosing between A and B. It’s about critical thinking, emotional regulation, values, priorities, and the courage to take responsibility. In an age where choices come faster than ever—online, offline, in classrooms and in relationships—helping students develop sound decision-making skills is not optional. It’s essential. Nurturing analytical thinking does more than just boost students’ academic prowess; it equips them with the skills to make thoughtful, informed choices in various facets.
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Mrs. Bingham | 5th Grade Reading and ELA | Decision Making
Decision-making isn’t just about choosing between A and B. It’s about critical thinking, emotional regulation, values, priorities, and the courage to take responsibility. In an age where choices come faster than ever—online, offline, in classrooms and in relationships—helping students develop sound decision-making skills is not optional. It’s essential. Nurturing analytical thinking does more than just boost students’ academic prowess; it equips them with the skills to make thoughtful, informed choices in various facets.
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
💙 TEACHER FEATURE #4 💙
Mrs. Masters | 5th Grade Reading | Questioning Protocols
During a recent read-aloud of Crash, students engaged in purposeful questioning to deepen their understanding of the text. As we read, students paid close attention to the questions that naturally arose, helping them remain focused and actively engaged in the story.
We also examined question stems and discussed how different types of questions lead to different levels of thinking. Students learned that while some questions clarify basic understanding, others encourage deeper analysis, inference, and reflection. By intentionally using higher-level question stems, students were able to think more critically about characters, motivations, and events in the novel.
This strategy reinforced that asking thoughtful questions is an essential reading skill—one that builds curiosity, strengthens comprehension, and supports deeper cognitive engagement with complex texts.
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
Mrs. Masters | 5th Grade Reading | Questioning Protocols
During a recent read-aloud of Crash, students engaged in purposeful questioning to deepen their understanding of the text. As we read, students paid close attention to the questions that naturally arose, helping them remain focused and actively engaged in the story.
We also examined question stems and discussed how different types of questions lead to different levels of thinking. Students learned that while some questions clarify basic understanding, others encourage deeper analysis, inference, and reflection. By intentionally using higher-level question stems, students were able to think more critically about characters, motivations, and events in the novel.
This strategy reinforced that asking thoughtful questions is an essential reading skill—one that builds curiosity, strengthens comprehension, and supports deeper cognitive engagement with complex texts.
#WeAreCarlStuart #WeAreConway #ChampionsforKids
