📣 Big news for Conway! Conway Public Schools earns a B district rating for the 2025-2026 school year, with overall performance increasing compared to last year. Several campuses also saw notable score gains. This progress reflects the hard work of our teachers, staff, and administrators, along with the continued commitment of our students and families. We're proud of how far we've come and excited to keep building on this momentum! #TeamConway #WeAreWampusCats Read more here: https://www.conwayschools.org/article/3137990
Reminder!!
Conway Community,
You're invited to our District Wide Fall C.A.T. Forum—focused on Communication, Action, and Transparency!
Join us TONIGHT, Thursday, September 17th, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the Conway High School Lecture Hall. Our district leaders will share how we’re serving students, supporting our staff, and continuing to strengthen our community.
We’re also excited to provide updates on our strategic plan, Project Conway Forward (PC4W), which is dedicated to enhancing educational experiences and outcomes for all our students. You’ll hear about our initiatives, progress, and how we envision our future together.
This is a great opportunity to engage, ask questions, and be part of the conversation as we work towards our shared goals. Your voice matters, and we’d love to see you there!
Let’s come together to build a stronger Conway!
CONWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS GIFTED & TALENTED
GIFTED & TALENTED REFERRALS ARE NOW OPEN
Fall Testing Cycle
Students currently in 3rd grade or above may be referred for Gifted & Talented consideration. A referral begins the evaluation process and does not guarantee identification.
A student may benefit from referral when they learn quickly and make meaningful connections, think deeply, creatively, or in unusual ways, show advanced reasoning, curiosity, or problem-solving, or need greater depth, complexity, or academic challenge.
No special preparation is needed. Gifted & Talented identification is based on multiple measures.
IMPORTANT DATES
Teacher Referral Deadline: September 23, 2026
Parent Referral Deadline: September 25, 2026
Parent Permission to Test Deadline: September 25, 2026
Fall Testing Window: September 28–October 9, 2026
Questions? Contact your campus GT specialist or the district GT coordinator at reynoldsa@conwayschools.info.
Parent Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8X2PhiQYd2oc02OjXThvM242oBgSIRq_PY4g-ZC8Kbba7tQ/viewform?pli=1
National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 - Oct 15)
From September 15th to October 15th, Conway Public Schools is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month! Our district is beautifully diverse, and our Hispanic students, families, and staff make Team Conway stronger and brighter every single day. Let's honor the rich history, culture, and achievements together. 💙🐾
Want to see how we’re celebrating across the district? Visit our Hispanic Heritage Month page for full event details: https://www.conwayschools.org/o/cps/page/celebrations
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
Let’s be honest, these tech heroes do way more than just fix Chromebooks and reset passwords. They are the digital guardians keeping our entire school network cybersafe and secure every single day. Behind the scenes, they're constantly fending off sneaky phishing attempts, locking down student data privacy, and testing software updates at odd hours so teaching never misses a beat.
Thank you for working hard behind the screens to keep our digital world safe and spinning. You are vital players on Team Conway! 🖥️🐾
#NationalITProDay #TeamConway #BehindTheScreens #EdTech #TeamConway #WeAreWampusCats
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKid
Conway Community,
You're invited to our District Wide Fall C.A.T. Forum—focused on Communication, Accountability, and Transparency!
Join us on Thursday, September 17th, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the Conway High School Lecture Hall. Our district leaders will share how we’re serving students, supporting our staff, and continuing to strengthen our community.
We’re also excited to provide updates on our strategic plan, Project Conway Forward (PC4W), which is dedicated to enhancing educational experiences and outcomes for all our students. You’ll hear about our initiatives, progress, and how we envision our future together.
This is a great opportunity to engage, ask questions, and be part of the conversation as we work towards our shared goals. Your voice matters, and we’d love to see you there!
Let’s come together to build a stronger Conway!
#TeamConway #PC4W #WampusCats #WeareConway
📣 Wampus Cats, it’s time to show your SPIRIT! 💙🤍
Get ready for the Conway Spirit Clinic, hosted by the CHS Cheer & Dance teams! 🎀🐾
Open to students in Grades K–5!
📅 Saturday, September 26 - Deadline: September 25
⏰ 10 AM–12 PM
💰 $35
📍 Conway High School Indoor Facility
Clinic participants will have the chance to perform with CHS Cheer & Dance during halftime on October 2! 🏈📣
It’s going to be a morning full of fun, dancing, cheering, and Wampus Cat spirit! 💙🤍
👉 Sign up using the GoFan link! - https://gofan.co/event/6794667?schoolId=AR4663
Let’s see that Wampus Cat spirit! 🐾💙
#TeamConway #WampusCats #ConwaySpirit #CHSCheer #CHSDance
Reminder for our Wampus Cat families! There will be no school on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend with your family and friends, and we will see everyone back on campus on Tuesday morning. Thank you for a great start to the year! 💙🐾 For more information about the school calendar, please visit: https://www.conwayschools.org/page/school-calendar.
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
CONWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS GIFTED & TALENTED
GIFTED & TALENTED REFERRALS ARE NOW OPEN
Fall Testing Cycle
Students currently in 3rd grade or above may be referred for Gifted & Talented consideration. A referral begins the evaluation process and does not guarantee identification.
A student may benefit from referral when they learn quickly and make meaningful connections, think deeply, creatively, or in unusual ways, show advanced reasoning, curiosity, or problem-solving, or need greater depth, complexity, or academic challenge.
No special preparation is needed. Gifted & Talented identification is based on multiple measures.
IMPORTANT DATES
Teacher Referral Deadline: September 23, 2026
Parent Referral Deadline: September 25, 2026
Parent Permission to Test Deadline: September 25, 2026
Fall Testing Window: September 28–October 9, 2026
Questions? Contact your campus GT specialist or the district GT coordinator at reynoldsa@conwayschools.info.
Parent Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8X2PhiQYd2oc02OjXThvM242oBgSIRq_PY4g-ZC8Kbba7tQ/viewform?pli=1
Hey Wampus Cats! Enter to Win a $100 Gift Card!
How to enter: Complete a 2026-2027 Free/Reduced Meal Application by September 25!
Scan the QR Code or follow the link below to complete the online application now!
https://secure.ezmealapp.com/ApplicationScreen.aspx
*Only fill out one application for all students in your household.
Welcome Back!
As students and staff return to school for another year, let’s all do our part in keeping safety at the forefront of our minds at school, at home, and on the road.
· Watch for school buses. Slow down and never pass a stopped school bus with its lights flashing.
· Drive safely in school zones. Slow down, pay attention, and watch carefully for students, parents, crossing guards, and school staff.
· Stay alert. It only takes a few seconds of distraction to change a life forever.
· School safety starts when we leave our homes. It doesn’t just depend on what happens inside our school buildings.
Let’s work together to ensure every student and staff member arrives at school and returns home Safe and Sound.
The volume of traffic will increase this week. Please be patient as we work together getting back in the routine of drop off and pick up.
Welcome back, Wampus Cats!
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
We can't wait to see you tomorrow at our District Wide Wampus Cat Welcome Back Bash!
Join us for some fun! Map included!
When: August 8, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Conway High School - Indoor Facility
What to Expect:
• Meet your Administrators
• Bounce houses
• Interactive Games
• Food Trucks (for purchase)
• Free Hot Dogs
We’re excited to see you there and kick off the 2026-2027 school year!
New student registration for Conway Public Schools is OPEN! We can’t wait to welcome our newest Wampus Cats to the family.
Get all the details, check requirements, and complete your registration in just a few clicks.
👉 Register today: conwayschools.org/registration
#WampusCats #ConwayPublicSchools #CPS #BackToSchool #ConwayAR #RegistrationOpen
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
Hey Wampus Cat families! The free and reduced lunch application for the 2026-2027 school year is now open online. Filling this out takes just a few minutes, keeps our students fueled for learning, and helps secure vital funding for our classrooms. Let's make sure every single child on Team Conway has what they need to succeed this year. Fill out your form today: https://secure.ezmealapp.com/ApplicationScreen.aspx 🥪💪
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
Check out our July 2026 School Board Meeting Recap! Back to School info, Long Range Strategic Plan 2026-2031, and more!!
https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/newsletters/conway-public-schools/newsletters/july-2026-school-board-meeting-recap
CATS IN COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE
Our Wampus Cat family is coming together to support Conway Public Schools students and families this summer!
We're collecting non-perishable food items now through July 21 that will be distributed during our Cats in Community Food Giveaway on July 23 in the Conway High School roundabout between 10:00am till 1:00pm or until supplies last. Every donation helps provide food and resources to families in need during the summer months.
Donation Drop-Off Dates: Now till July 21
Drop-Off Locations:
• Conway High School
• Kroger (Prince Street)
• Walmart (Highway 65)
• United Way
Most Needed Items:
• Peanut butter, canned tuna, canned chicken, soups, chili, canned beans, protein snacks
• Mac & cheese, pasta, rice, pasta sauce, instant potatoes, ramen noodles, boxed meal kits
• Canned vegetables, canned fruit, applesauce, crackers, granola bars, cereal, oatmeal packets, pancake mix, breakfast bars
Please ensure all food items are unopened, sealed, and within their expiration date.
Together, we can make a difference for our school families. Thank you for helping us show what it means to be a Wampus Cat community! #CatsInCommunity #WampusCatsCare #ConwayPublic Schools #TeamConway
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