Important Reminder: Car Line Procedure
Please note that car line officially ends at 8:00 AM. At that time, staff members will go inside, the doors will be locked, and instruction will begin. Any students arriving after 8:00 AM must be walked in by a parent and signed in at the front office. These students will be marked tardy, even if they were waiting in the car line.
To ensure a smooth and efficient drop-off, we ask that 4-6 cars unload students at a time, rather than just the three cars directly in front of the school. Please help your child have their coat and backpack ready, so they can exit the car quickly and safely.
Thank you for your cooperation in making car line smoother for everyone!
School Closure Announcement
Out of caution for the safety of our students and staff, all Conway Schools and offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, and Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, due to incoming inclement weather.
Our team will continue monitoring the weather throughout the weekend and will provide updates regarding any additional school closings or delays as needed.
Stay safe and warm, Wampus Cats! 🐾 #CPSD #StaySafe
📢 Stay informed! We’re closely monitoring weather conditions this week. If school closures are necessary, we’ll notify you through:
📱 Text Message
📧 Email
📲 CPSD App
💻 School Website
🌐 Social Media
For more details and updates on inclement weather, visit: conwayschools.org/weather.
Make sure you're following us and stay connected!
#WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends
"⏰ Reminder: Winter break is coming to an end! Students return to school on Monday, January 6th. We can't wait to see everyone back and ready to kick off the new year! 🐾 #WeAreWampusCats #CPSDascends #Ascend"
🎉 Happy New Year 2025, Wampus Cats! 🎉
Wishing our entire Wampus Cat family a year filled with happiness, health, and success. May this new year bring you many opportunities and memorable moments. Here's to a wonderful 2025 ahead! 🌟🎊
#HappyNewYear #WampusCatPride #WeAreWampusCats #CPSDascends #AscendToExcellence
PTO is providing lunch on Tuesday, December 17 for the staff. We need your help to provide all the sides and drinks. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084FACAF2EA2FD0-53948967-holiday
🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Break is almost here! 🍂🦃
Conway Public Schools will be closed from November 25-29, 2024 for students and staff. Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with loved ones. We look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Monday, December 2nd!
Have a safe and happy holiday! 🧡 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #CPSDascends #Thankful #Grateful
Ellen Smith will be hosting and Math and Literacy Night on Thursday, December 5. Join us for a night of festive learning and fun!
HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER
Ellen Smith is partnering with Texas Roadhouse for a great fundraising opportunity. Starting Monday, November 18th, we will be collecting orders for gift cards, which can be any amount between $5 and $100. All gift cards can be used at any Texas Roadhouse locations and 10% of all gift card sales will be given back to Ellen Smith.
This is a great way to support our school and enjoy good food or give the gift of good food! There are also some great prizes that our Conway Texas Roadhouse location is providing for all students who participate, top 3 students and top classroom sales.
Order forms will be sent home this week and need to be returned to school no later than Monday, December 1st. The gift cards will be delivered back to the school before break, so that you can give as gifts or enjoy over Christmas break.
All proceeds benefit Ellen Smith PTO.
Our Book Fair ends tomorrow at 12:30! Students can bring money to shop tomorrow or families can add money to their E Wallet account (a digital gift card). Simply copy and paste this link to set up an E Wallet. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5644070
It was a great CPSD School Board meeting tonight with many recognitions and highlights! Check out our November 12, 2024 School Board Meeting recap!
https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/november-2024-school-board-recap
Picture retakes and make ups will be tomorrow morning. If students are having retakes they need to return their original picture package.
Be on the lookout for a flier and a RSVP form for our Grand Event on Friday, Nov. 8th. Each student can bring up to 2 grandparents/special guests to our event. The guests and the students will enjoy a snack, make a craft, and time to shop the book fair. Each grade has a 40 minute slot. We can’t wait to see you there!
Coming up next week-- Red Ribbon Week and our first incentive bash. Join us in dressing up to commit to be drug free and celebrating outstanding students.
🍂📅 Fall Break Reminder! 📅🍂
Attention students and parents! Just a quick reminder that our fall break starts tomorrow, October 17, and runs through October 22. 🎉
October 17: Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 22: Teacher Work Day
Students will be dismissed during this time and will return to school on October 23. Enjoy your break, and we look forward to seeing everyone back refreshed and ready to learn! 🌟✏️
#CPSD #Conway #WampusCats #Ascend #CPSDAscends #AscendtoExcellence
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, school-age children need the following amount of sleep for optimal health and development:
ages 3–5 years old: 10–13 hours (including naps)
Ages 6-12: 9-12 hours of sleep per night
Ages 13-18: 8-10 hours of sleep per night
Research suggests that a bedtime between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. is ideal for elementary age children, depending on their morning wake-up time.
Establishing a bedtime routine that includes calming activities, such as reading or quiet conversation, can help children wind down and prepare for a restful night's sleep. Consistent bedtimes also help reinforce their internal body clock, making it easier for them to fall asleep and wake up naturally.
Hello Parents,
I want to personally thank all the families who have already participated in our SchoolStore program! We are on our way to reaching our goal, but we need everyone's help to make sure our teachers get the essential tools they need to help our students succeed.
If your family has not participated, there's still time and it doesn't cost anything to participate
This safe and easy program is 100% online so there is no face-to-face selling, collecting money, or delivering products. Your child will receive a prize just for participating, and more prizes will be awarded when goals are reached.
Please help now. It really will make a difference.
Go to https://www.schoolstore.net/sid.t?0000139515 to show our valued teachers your support.
Thanks
Ellen Smith Elementary School
P.S. Family participation is the key to our success, and we are counting on you!
🎉 ¡Celebremos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana! 🎉 From September 15th to October 15th, we proudly celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Conway Public Schools! 🏫✨ Join us in honoring the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Throughout the month, our schools will be hosting various events and activities to educate and engage our students and community. Stay tuned as we share highlights of these wonderful celebrations and initiatives! 📚🎨🎶 #HispanicHeritageMonth #CPSD #ConwayProud #CelebrateDiversity #ASCEND #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends
🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to the Ellen Smith Families! 🌟
We are overflowing with gratitude for each and every one of you who joined us for the "Be Our Guest" event! Your participation, enthusiasm, and support helped make the day truly special and unforgettable.
It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces, enjoying the activities, and connecting with one another. Events like these remind us of the amazing community we have at Ellen Smith, and we couldn’t have done it without your involvement.
Thank you for making this event a success and for being such an integral part of our Ellen Smith family. We look forward to many more memorable gatherings together!
📚✨ At Ellen Smith Elementary, every day is filled with learning, laughter, and growth! Check out these amazing moments of our students engaged in exciting activities, making new friends, and embracing their curiosity. It’s incredible to see their smiles as they discover and thrive in their school community. Here’s to all the joy and achievements happening in our classrooms and playgrounds! 🌟❤️ #proudtobeESE
