Simon Middle School Make-up Picture Day Tuesday November 18th.
🏆♟ Checkmate Champions! ♟🏆
Simon Middle School students showed focus and strategy at the Conway Middle School Chess Tournament! Congratulations to our winners and all participants for their sharp moves, great sportsmanship, and creative thinking on the board. Way to go, Simon Scholars! ♟👏✨
5th grade 3rd place winner Oliver L.
6th grade 2nd place winner Uschi J.
7th grade 3rd place winner Rhett G.
Did you know that most people replace their mattress every 8–10 years? If your mattress has sprung a few too many springs, now’s the perfect time to lay down a little support for your school and rest easy knowing you helped raise money for a good cause!
Conway Choir Mattress Fundraiser
Saturday, November 15 10am-5pm
CHS Fieldhouse
Thank you for supporting our school fundraiser! Orders will be available for pick-up this Thursday, November 13, from 4:00–6:00 PM in the Cafeteria.
🎳 Strike!
Our students had an amazing time on their Bowling Incentive trip last week! From cheering each other on to celebrating every spare and strike, the lanes were full of smiles, laughter, and fun!
We’re so proud of their hard work and positive behavior that earned them this fun reward. What a great way to roll into November! 💙✨
🎖️ Veterans Day – Honoring All Who Served
Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. 🇺🇸
A special thank you to the veterans within our CPSD family—your dedication and service inspire us all.
We are proud to recognize all veterans for the sacrifices they’ve made to protect our freedoms.
#ChampionsForKids #ProudPastPromisingFuture #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #CPSDStrong
Our admission price is $5 online. $10 if choose to use cash at the door. There will be online and card methods at the door as well.
Ticket Link: gofan.co/app/school/AR101350
Simon Middle Gives Back!
Simon Middle School proudly donated 668 cans to the Soul Food Café Mission to support local families in need. Thank you to our students, staff, and community for showing the true Wampus Cat spirit of giving!
Welcome to Hooville Holiday Dance!
December 12th from 5:30-7:30
Qualifications: No Saturday School, No ISS, No OSS
Qualification Window: 11/5-12/18
Cost: $5
🍎 Help Support the Wampus Cat Pantry! 🐾
We’re excited to share a new resource available this year for Conway Public Schools families — the Wampus Cat Pantry, which helps provide food and basic necessities to families in need through school referrals.
You can help us make a difference in one of the following ways:
🥫 Donate Food:
Purchase items from our list and drop them off at Courtway Middle School or Ida Burns Elementary School.
🛒 Shop Online:
Order directly from our Amazon Wish List and have items shipped straight to the pantry.
💙 Give a Monetary Donation:
Mail tax-deductible donations to:
Conway Public Schools
Attn: Wampus Cat Pantry
2220 Prince St.
Conway, AR 72034
(Make checks payable to “Conway Public Schools” and write “Wampus Cat Pantry” in the memo line.)
📦 Pantry Wish List Includes:
Mac & cheese, pasta, ramen, canned meats and soups, breakfast items, peanut butter, jelly, snacks, and more!
For additional information or questions about how to donate, contact Claudia Courtway (courtwayc@conwayschools.info) or Laney Doan (doanf@conwayschools.info).
Read more about the launch of the Wampus Cat Pantry and how it’s serving our Conway families here: https://www.conwayschools.org/article/2530644
🔗 Additional Community Resources: https://fcl.org/community-resources/
#WampusCatPantry #ConwayCares #ConwayPublicSchools #CommunitySupport
Simon's November Students of the Month 🎉
These students go above and beyond in demonstrating the Simon Standard!
5th grade: Trinity and Keon
6th grade: Titus and Aubree
7th grade: Deonjray and Sapphire
Mr. Robert goes above and beyond to make sure our classrooms are ready for learning and that our spaces are clean, safe, and welcoming. Every morning, he starts the day with a warm “Good morning!”—a simple gesture that sets such a positive tone for everyone he meets.
He works tirelessly to keep our 5th grade hallway shining, and he’s always ready to lend a helping hand. Whether it’s making sure tables are spotless, turning on lamps to create a warm atmosphere, or responding quickly whenever someone needs help—he does it all with kindness and a smile.
His dedication, hard work, and uplifting attitude make a lasting impact on our entire school. He doesn’t just meet the Simon Standard… he exceeds it.
So, please join us in congratulating our Simon Standard Employee of the Month — Mr. Robert!
November Teacher of the Month! 💙
Ms. Helms brings Science to life for her students every single day. She goes the extra mile to make sure her lessons are exciting and hands-on, using creative visuals and activities that help students really see and experience the scientific process. Her classroom is a place where curiosity is encouraged, and every student has something to look forward to when they walk through the door.
Her colleagues also describe her as kind, uplifting, and always willing to lend a helping hand—whether it’s supporting a student, a fellow teacher, or a new staff member finding their way. Over the summer, Ms. Helms even helped her coworkers navigate professional development and made sure everyone felt welcomed and supported.
Ms. Helms’ dedication to her students and her team truly shines through in everything she does. She goes above and beyond to ensure her students succeed and creates a positive, collaborative environment for everyone around her.
Congratulations, Ms. Helms, and thank you for all that you do! We are so lucky to have you as part of our school family!
