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!
To make future visits quicker and easier, we invite parents, grandparents, and other frequent visitors to stop by the school August 10–14 to have your ID scanned before the school year begins.
✅ Your information will be entered into our system for the 2026–2027 school year.
⚠️ Please note: IDs must be scanned at the beginning of every school year, even if you've visited us in the past.
Thank you for partnering with us to help keep our Little Cats safe. We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing school year! 💙🐾
🎉 Please Join Us in Welcoming Mrs. Sara Tyler to Woodrow Cummins Elementary! 🎉
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Sara Tyler to the WCE family as our new 4th Grade Teacher!
Mrs. Tyler brings 23 years of teaching experience and a passion for helping students learn, grow, and succeed. Her dedication to building strong relationships and creating an engaging classroom environment makes her a wonderful addition to our school community.
Outside the classroom, Mrs. Tyler enjoys early morning walks, relaxing with a great book, cheering on volleyball, and spending time with her husband, Clint, and their blended family.
Mrs. Tyler is looking forward to meeting the students and families of Woodrow Cummins Elementary and can't wait to make this school year one filled with learning, laughter, and lasting memories.
💙 Please join us in giving Mrs. Tyler a warm Wampus Cat welcome! We are so excited to have her as part of the WCE family! 🐾
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Brooke Jones to the Woodrow Cummins Elementary family as our new School Counselor!
Mrs. Jones brings 16 years of experience in education, including five years with Conway Public Schools, where she taught 9th grade English and yearbook. In 2024, she earned her Master's in School Counseling and is excited to begin this new chapter supporting and encouraging our Little Cats.
Mrs. Jones shared:
"I'm so excited to be joining the WCE team as the school counselor this year! I'm thrilled to begin this new adventure supporting and encouraging our Little Cats!"
We know she will make a positive impact on our students, staff, and families, and we are thrilled to have her as part of our Little Cat family.
💙 Welcome to WCE, Mrs. Jones! We're so glad you're here! 🐾
We are thrilled to welcome Andrew Wright to our Little Cat Family this school year!
Mr. Wright brings 10 years of experience in education, including six years serving students in Conway. Throughout his career, he has taught 5th, 6th, and 7th grade math and is excited to begin this new chapter with our 4th graders at WCE.
A proud graduate of UCA, Mr. Wright earned both his undergraduate and master's degrees there before completing his Building Level Administration degree at Arkansas State University. He believes in being a lifelong learner and looks forward to helping every student develop a love of learning.
When he's not in the classroom, you'll likely find him spending time with his family—his wife, Hannah, and their children, Lee and Johnnie Gwenn. During the summer, he enjoys cheering at the baseball field, relaxing at the swimming pool, and embracing his passions for both sports and all things nerdy.
Please join us in giving Mr. Andrew Wright a warm Little Cat welcome! We can't wait to see the positive impact he'll make on our students this year. 💙🐾
We are excited to welcome Kealy Nail to the Woodrow Cummins Elementary family as our new Special Education Teacher!
Kealy is beginning her 8th year in education and joins us after spending the past two years teaching special education in Alaska. She is excited to be back home in Arkansas and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with our students, families, and staff.
We're thrilled to have her as part of our Little Cat family and can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make at WCE this school year!
💙 Welcome to Woodrow Cummins Elementary, Kealy! We are so glad you're here!
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Kristen Parham to our 4th Grade Team this school year!
Mrs. Parham is looking forward to meeting her students, building strong relationships with families, and creating a classroom where every Little Cat feels supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow. We know her enthusiasm and dedication will make this an incredible year for our fourth graders!
Please help us give Mrs. Parham a warm Little Cat welcome as she begins this exciting new chapter at WCE!
💙 Welcome to the Little Cat family, Mrs. Parham! We can't wait for a fantastic school year! 🐾
We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Lance Nail back to the Woodrow Cummins Elementary family as a 4th grade teacher!
Mr. Nail is entering his 11th year of teaching and returns to WCE after spending the past two years teaching in Alaska. Before his adventure north, he spent eight wonderful years inspiring students right here at Woodrow.
Mr. Nail shared that WCE has always felt like home, and we couldn't be happier to have him back where he belongs! ❤️
Please join us in giving Mr. Nail a warm Little Cat welcome as he begins another exciting school year with our 4th grade students. We know it's going to be an incredible 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
We are excited to welcome Kealy Nail to the Woodrow Cummins Elementary family as our new Special Education Teacher!
Kealy is beginning her 8th year in education and joins us after spending the past two years teaching special education in Alaska. She is excited to be back home in Arkansas and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with our students, families, and staff.
We're thrilled to have her as part of our Little Cat family and can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make at WCE this school year!
💙 Welcome to Woodrow Cummins Elementary, Kealy! We are so glad you're here!
We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Tracy Lakey back to the WCE family as our new Assistant Principal!
Mrs. Lakey is beginning her 25th year in public education and is excited to serve the students, families, and staff of Woodrow Cummins Elementary in this new role. She is passionate about helping every child succeed, supporting teachers, and building meaningful relationships that create a positive and welcoming school community.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Lakey has had the privilege of teaching 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades, giving her a broad understanding of elementary education. For the past six years, she has served as an Instructional Coach, partnering with teachers to strengthen instruction, support student learning, and foster continuous growth.
Outside of school, Mrs. Lakey enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, traveling, and curling up with a good book.
Mrs. Lakey is honored to return to Woodrow Cummins Elementary and is looking forward to getting to know each student and family while working alongside our incredible staff. She can't wait to help make this school year one filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences for everyone.
Please join us in giving Mrs. Tracy Lakey a warm Wampus Cat welcome! 💙 We are so excited to have her on our team!
#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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Camp starts Monday July 13th! 3rd-7th grade girls! Come learn some volleyball and have some fun with the Lady Cats and the Conway Coaches. July 13-15, 8am-12pm at the Conway High School Buzz Bolding Arena! Click the link to register now https://register.ryzer.com/camp.cfm?id=328041
CPSD 2026-2027 Returning Student Registration is LIVE!
Snapcodes have been sent to the email addresses we have on file. If you have not received your student's Snapcode, please fill out this help form: conwayschools.org/returninghelp
For more information on Returning Student Registration, please visit our website: conwayschools.org/returning
We look forward to an amazing 2026-2027 school year! #TeamConway
