ELLEN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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📣 Location Change for Movie Night! 🎬🍿 IMPORTANT UPDATE: If you’ve signed up for Community Movie Night, please take note of the location change! We’re moving the fun from Theodore Jones Elementary to Simon Middle School to make sure everyone has plenty of room to enjoy! 🗓 Same date & time – just a new location! 📍 NEW Location: Simon Middle School 👚 Wear your PJs! 🌭 Hot dogs + 🍿 popcorn + 🎥 a great movie = an awesome night with friends and the superintendent!

📢 No School Reminder: April 18, 2025 📢 Conway Public Schools will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025. Enjoy your day off! Classes will resume on Monday, April 21st. Thank you!

PTO will be selling candy grams to help fund end of year activities. You will receive a form in your child's folder this week. Please turn in all forms and money no later than Wednesday, April 23.

Third and Fourth grade ATLAS Summative tests are just one week away. Please be aware of these dates. We ask that you avoid appointments, where possible, during this week. Ensure all students arrive at school on time. Once testing begins, students will not be able to enter the classroom.

🎬✨ PJ’s, Popcorn & a Movie Night! ✨🎬 Hey, elementary families! Grab your comfiest pajamas and join us for a Community Movie Night with friends, fun, and a special guest—our Superintendent! 🍿 What’s in store? 🎥 A fun-filled movie on the big screen! Inside Out 2! 🌭 Hot dogs & popcorn for the perfect movie snack! 🎉 Time to relax and enjoy with friends, family, and staff! Bring a chair or something comfy to sit on if you want! 📅 Date: April 17th, 2025 📍Location: Theodore Jones Elementary ⏰ Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm Campuses included: Theodore Jones, Preston & Florence Mattison, Ida Burns, Ellen Smith, and Sallie Cone! 💡 This is a Free event! RSVP to help us plan, but if you forget, still come! Let’s make it a night to remember! See you there! 🎟✨ Next Movie Night: May 8th, 2025 at Carolyn Lewis Elementary. Campuses included: Carolyn Lewis, Woodrow Cummins, Marguerite Vann, Julia Lee Moore, & Jim Stone.

🚨 Severe Weather Update – CPSD Storm Shelter Info 🚨 Conway Public Schools is closely monitoring the potential for severe weather this week. ⛈️ As we enter storm season, we want to remind our community about our 14 multi-purpose storm shelters (safe rooms) located across the district. ⚠️ Shelters are open to the public only after school hours. For locations, procedures, and guidelines, visit www.conwayschools.org/page/inclement-weather-information. Stay safe, Wampus Cats! 💙 #BeWeatherAware #CPSDSafety

CPSD District Wide STEAM Night - THIS WEEK!! 🚀 You’re Invited to an Unforgettable STEAM Night! 📅 Date: April 03, 2025 🕕 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 📍 Location: Buzz Bolding Arena and James H. Clark Auditorium Join us for an action-packed K-12 CPSD STEAM Night—a night of hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics fun for the whole family! Visit the Website for more information! https://sites.google.com/conwayschools.info/ms-steam-night/home 🚁 See a Helicopter Up Close! 🎈 Marvel at a Hot Air Balloon! 🔬 Engage with the Museum of Discovery’s Awesome Science Shows! 🎨 Watch Live Art Demonstrations! 🦁 Meet Special Animal Ambassadors From the Little Rock Zoo! 🏗️ Explore BIG Machines from Conway Corporation! 🎣 Learn from Arkansas Game & Fish Experts! 🚔 Meet First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers, & Their Equipment! 🔥 Say Hello to Smokey Bear and His Heavy Equipment! 🎓 Engage with Demonstrations from Local Colleges & Universities! 🛠️ Meet Real Engineers & Industry Experts! 👩‍🏫 Visit and Learn from CPSD Teachers! 🌟 Discover Pathways to Exciting Careers in STEAM Fields! …and so much more! This is a free event open to all CPSD K-12 students and their families. Centennial Bank will be cooking free hotdogs for the whole family while supplies last. Kona Ice and Food Trucks will also be available for purchase. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore, discover, and experience STEAM in action while learning how these fields can shape your future! We can’t wait to see you there! Thank you, Centennial Bank and Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, for your financial support and your investment in our students!

🎒 Sallie Cone Preschool Registration for 2025-26 is NOW OPEN! 🎒 Do you have a little one ready for preschool? If they are 4 years old before August 1, 2025, or 3 years old by February 28, 2025, they may be eligible for enrollment at Sallie Cone Preschool! 💻 Important: Eligibility is based on specific criteria, so please review the full guidelines and qualifications before picking up a packet. 📍 Packet Pickup: In-person at Sallie Cone from 9 AM - 2 PM. For detailed information, visit: conwayschools.org/o/scp/page/registration #PreschoolRegistration #WeAreWampusCats #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #SallieConePreschool

Third and Fourth grade ATLAS Summative tests have been scheduled. Please be aware of these dates. We ask that you avoid appointments, where possible, during this week. Ensure all students arrive at school on time. Once testing begins, students will not be able to enter the classroom.

Conway Public Schools is hosting a STEM night on April 3. This is open to all district families!

Kona Ice is coming! Hello Parents, Kona Ice is coming Thursday March 20! Click or copy the link and paste the link into your browser to pay, or use the attached QR code. https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K3087271561 There is nothing to keep up with. We will have a list of purchases, so if you want your student to participate please get them paid up. Remember to add their name when you’re filling out the data fields. You can “Pay it Forward” for a less fortunate student for $3 by selecting that option on the app. Kona Ice silicone wristbands are FREE with a $7 Kollectable or $1 with any other cup. Don’t forget to send your clean refill cup on Kona Day for a$4 refill, available on the app!! Ordering deadline for Kona Ice is Wednesday at 9pm! Please do not send cash. Pay online! It’s super easy!

Third and Fourth grade ATLAS Summative tests have been scheduled. Please be aware of these dates. We ask that you avoid appointments, where possible, during this week. Ensure all students arrive at school on time. Once testing begins, students will not be able to enter the classroom.

🌟 Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-26 school year is NOW OPEN! 🌟 If your child will be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2025, it’s time to get them registered for kindergarten at Conway Public Schools! Here’s how to get started: 1️⃣ Find your zoned elementary school. 2️⃣ Register your student online. 3️⃣ The Registrar at your child’s school will be in touch to schedule an appointment after spring break. For more information and to begin the registration process, visit: conwayschools.org/preregistration #KindergartenRegistration #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends

CPSD District Wide STEAM Night - Mark your Calendar!! 🚀 You’re Invited to an Unforgettable STEAM Night! 📅 Date: April 03, 2025 🕕 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 📍 Location: Buzz Bolding Arena and James H. Clark Auditorium Join us for an action-packed K-12 CPSD STEAM Night—a night of hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics fun for the whole family! 🚁 See a Helicopter Up Close! 🎈 Marvel at a Hot Air Balloon! 🔬 Engage with the Museum of Discovery’s Awesome Science Shows! 🎨 Watch Live Art Demonstrations! 🦁 Meet Special Animal Ambassadors From the Little Rock Zoo! 🏗️ Explore BIG Machines from Conway Corporation! 🎣 Learn from Arkansas Game & Fish Experts! 🚔 Meet First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers, & Their Equipment! 🔥 Say Hello to Smokey Bear and His Heavy Equipment! 🎓 Engage with Demonstrations from Local Colleges & Universities! 🛠️ Meet Real Engineers & Industry Experts! 👩‍🏫 Visit and Learn from CPSD Teachers! 🌟 Discover Pathways to Exciting Careers in STEAM Fields! …and so much more! This is a free event open to all CPSD K-12 students and their families. Centennial Bank will be cooking free hotdogs for the whole family while supplies last. Kona Ice and Food Trucks will also be available for purchase. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore, discover, and experience STEAM in action while learning how these fields can shape your future! We can’t wait to see you there! Thank you, Centennial Bank and Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, for your financial support and your investment in our students!

📣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

🌟 Kindergarten Registration is Now Open! 🌟 Parents, it’s time to get your little ones ready for kindergarten! Online registration is now open, and in-person appointments to finalize the registration will begin after spring break. 🏫✨ 📅 Visit: conwayschools.org/preregistration for more info and to get started today! Let’s get ready for an amazing school year! 🎒🎉 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends

2-hour Delayed Start Announcement All Conway Schools will have a 2-hour delayed start on Friday, February 21, 2025. School will start at 10:00am. The buses will run 2 hours later than their normal time in the morning. Snow Bus Routes will be in effect for the morning and afternoon routes. Please visit our district website for detailed information about snow bus routes: https://www.conwayschools.org/page/inclement-weather-information. Thank you for your understanding and we will see you tomorrow!

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! 🐾