Every single student in the class met the STRIVE reading challenge—an incredible accomplishment for our 5th graders! They are truly reading rockstars, and we are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and love for reading. Keep it up! 🎉👏
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Kathryn Bates was selected as a recipient of the Interventionist Award from the Arkansas Dyslexia Support Group/Arkansas State Teachers Association! 🎉
This award recognizes educators who go above and beyond to support students with dyslexia and other reading challenges through targeted intervention. Mrs. Bates provides daily support to her students and ensures they have the tools and confidence they need to succeed. Congratulations Mrs. Bates- we are SO proud of you!!❤️📚
They practiced the planning pages they would make for narrative, informational, and argumentative writing. It was a great way for the students to review how they plan to organize their writing! 👏
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We’re excited to kick off tryouts for next school year! Check out the information below for each sport, including dates, times, and sign-up links.
🏐 7th Grade Volleyball Tryouts
(Open to current 6th grade students)
📅 April 27–29
⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM
📍 Carl Stuart Middle School
🔗 More information:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N6m3XOYjeDoZau8-kXASO3dghFjPDHDhPAi0fkv9x-k/edit?usp=sharing
🏀 7th Grade Girls Basketball Tryouts
(Open to current 6th grade students)
📅 May 6–7
⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM
📍 Carl Stuart Gym
🔗 Register & get more info:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nwLG0CI_4Q7IlIjWw_fdMtIAfCTtKT0fUQFC8MQ2QKQ/edit?usp=sharing
🏀 Boys Basketball Tryouts
📅 May 14–15
⏰ 3:45–5:00 PM
📍 CSMS Gym
📌 Students must have a current physical on file to try out.
🔗 Sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5s3JliWWHxteJ9QWf4tBpUL-MeFldfy0lAtmk3vYjMG8opA/viewform
We can’t wait to see our students get involved and show off their skills! 💙🐾
School Choice is Open!
Want to request a transfer for the 2026-27 school year? The deadline is June 1.
Due to new legislative changes, many students on existing transfers will now automatically stay on their current track. To see if you need to file a new application or to learn about new feeder patterns, visit our updated info page:🔗 conwayschools.org/schoolchoice
Letters were mailed home 2 weeks ago informing parents/guardians of this upcoming screening. Please contact the school nurse if you have any questions or concerns.
Date: April 28th
Time: 1:30pm
Who: 6th Grade Girls
Scoliosis screening is a quick, non-invasive examination to check for curvature of the spine. Early detection allows for better treatment outcomes and monitoring of spinal health.
Please contact Nurse Siegel with any questions or concerns!
Purchase your student a t-shirt here: https://sotees.net/csms_spring_2026/shop/home
Each grade has a unique t-shirt, designed by one of their classmates! 👏👏
Field Days will take place during the last week of school. Be sure to check our weekly newsletter for specific dates and times over the next few weeks! 🗓️
Please help students come prepared and ready to do their best!
🗓️ Testing Dates:
✏️ Tues, April 28 – Writing
🔬 Wed, April 29 – Science
➗ Tues, May 5 – Math
📖 Wed, May 6 – Reading
💻 Reminder: Bring a fully charged Chromebook each day!
🎯 Expectations:
⏳ Use your time
🧠 Use your resources
🤝 Be respectful of others
Let’s show what we know—Wampus Cats, you’ve got this! 💪✨
Ms. Marks and Mrs. Schuetzle are truly the backbone of our school. From keeping everything running smoothly to supporting our students, staff, and families, they handle so much behind the scenes—often without recognition.
We are incredibly thankful to have Ms. Marks and Mrs. Schuetzle in our building. Their hard work does not go unnoticed, and our school is better because of them! ✨
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CPSD Families,
This is a reminder that Conway Public Schools will be closed this Friday, April 24. This is a scheduled district-wide day off for students and staff.
All campuses and district offices will be closed for the day.
We hope your family enjoys the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing our students back on Monday, April 27 ready to learn!
For more information about our district calendar, please visit our website https://www.conwayschools.org/page/school-calendar
Our April Champion Student of the Month is 7th grader Ty Cason from Carl Stuart Middle School. He was recognized at our April School Board Meeting!
Enjoy this video about our Champion Student! https://youtu.be/wrX85WCn3PA?si=h_rTJWWUjREBoZWM
Ty was on the radio during our weekly Conway Public Schools Highlight with JR!
Mrs. Lybrand | 5th Grade Science | Vocabulary Building Movement
In this activity, students had the opportunity to search for real-world examples that corresponded to each vocabulary term listed in the boxes. To complete the activity accurately, they had to demonstrate a solid understanding of each word’s meaning. This task allowed students to go outside, apply their vocabulary knowledge in authentic contexts, show their depth of understanding, and stay actively engaged through movement.
The weather was not great on the day we did this activity. We had to complete the scavenger hunt inside. Students were able to look out of the window, use prior knowledge, and research through science books available/Google search. They were still engaged through movement and applying vocabulary understanding.
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A huge shoutout to Kiara H., Uriana M., and Lucas L. for earning Artist of the Month!
🖌️👏 This recognition celebrates their excellence in craftsmanship, creativity, and dedication to the artistic process—and it definitely shows in their work!
We are so proud of these talented artists—keep creating and inspiring! 🎉🎨💫
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🎤✨ Our students have been working hard and we can’t wait to see them shine and showcase their amazing talent—it's going to be a night to remember! 💫🎵
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All students who are 11 years old (or who will be 11 years old before September 1, 2026) will need to receive the following state-mandated immunizations for next school year: TDAP and MCV4.
The due date to receive these immunizations and to submit an updated record or exemption letter is October 1, 2026.
Any student who is not up-to-date by October 1, will be sent home until the record has been updated. Please submit records to Nurse Siegel.
We are so proud of our students who represented us so well and placed in the Top 10 in their events! Your hard work, dedication, and leadership truly paid off.
🥉 Axton M. – 3rd
4️⃣ Charley M. & Avery T. – 4th
5️⃣ Lillian B. – 5th
5️⃣ Neema-Rose B. & Ziza C. – 5th
7️⃣ Hannah S. – 7th
🔟 Eamon R., Causey C., Jack G. – 10th
🔟 Dana E., Maliah B., Fareedah O. – 10th
Way to go, FBLA! We are so proud of you all! ❤️💙
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CPSD Staff & Families,
We want to provide another follow-up regarding the image circulating on social media last night that contained a threatening message.
The Conway Police Department shared:
“At approximately 10:00 p.m., detectives with the Conway Police Department took a 13-year-old female Conway Student into custody in connection with reported threats made on social media.
The juvenile has been charged with Threatening to Commit an Act of Mass Violence on School Property, a Class C felony, and is currently being held at a juvenile detention center.
At this time, no other suspects are believed to be involved.
This incident remains under active investigation.
We appreciate the public’s cooperation and assistance throughout this investigation.”
School will be in session today. The safety and security of our students and staff remain our top priority.
We want to extend our sincere appreciation to the Conway Police Department and our School Resource Officers for their swift response and dedication in handling this situation. Their ability to act quickly and work thoroughly was instrumental in helping ensure the safety of our students and staff.
CPSD Families,
We want to provide a follow-up regarding the image circulating on social media that contains a threatening message.
At this time, there is no new information regarding the credibility or origin of the message. The matter remains under active investigation by local law enforcement, and we are continuing to work closely with them.
School will be in session tomorrow, and we will continue to be vigilant with all our safety measures across all campuses. The safety and security of our students and staff remain our top priority.
We understand that families may have concerns, and we respect each parent/guardian's decision regarding attendance. As always, please make the decision that is best for your student and your family.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share updates as appropriate.
Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.
Conway Public Schools
Stradling | 6th Grade Math | Analyze Level Thinking
Students analyzed a chart of numbers 1-100. We discussed our observations (prime numbers have a solid ring around them, even numbers all have an orange piece, multiples of five have blue pieces, etc) and our questions (why aren’t 2, 3, 5, and 7 red like the other prime numbers?). Each period’s discussion was different because students found so many different patterns and connections about the rings around the numbers.
This was an ideal lesson for all levels of students because the observations made could be simple or complex.
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