Conway Public Schools

📣 SPECIAL RECORDS TO BE DESTROYED📣 On January 27, 2025, the Conway Public School District will destroy Special Education records of students who graduated, moved or were dismissed from Special Education services in the district between July 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018. This process is carried out in compliance with federal and state laws. Students, parents and/or guardians may obtain any data from folders prior to January 20, 2025, by calling the Special Education office at (501) 450-6634, extension 0303.

🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟 This week, we’re excited to feature Casey Slayton, Class of 2014! Casey is now an RN at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Her love for healthcare was sparked during her time at CHS when she was heavily involved in HOSA, which gave her valuable insight into the medical field and allowed her to shadow different specialties. School Memories: Casey loved being in the marching band and on colorguard, which sparked her love for football and the excitement of Friday night lights! Personal Highlights: After CHS, Casey attended Central Baptist College to pursue nursing, saving time by discovering which aspects of healthcare she enjoyed most. Favorite Teacher: Melissa Castleberry. Advice for Students: “Be involved! Support the band and the sports teams!” Join us in celebrating Casey’s journey from CPSD to nursing! 💙🤍 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow

It was a great CPSD School Board meeting tonight with many recognitions and highlights! Check out our January School Board Meeting recap! https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/january-2025-school-board-recap

Out of caution, Conway Public Schools will have a 2-hour delayed start on Monday, January 13, 2025. School will start at 10:00am. Snow Bus Routes will be in effect. 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 stay safe Wampus Cats!

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! 🐾

🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟 This week, we’re excited to feature Zachary Sanders, Class of 2022! Zachary still lives in Conway and is actively involved with Elevation at NLC. School Memories: Zachary enjoyed being involved in clubs, sports, and making friends with everyone during his time at CPSD. Personal Highlights: A standout moment was when ESPN picked up a video of his high jump during football practice his junior year! Favorite Teachers: Mr. Curt Amenta, Mr. Justin McEntire, and Mrs. Tiffany Miller were some of the biggest influences in Zachary’s life. Advice for Students: “Get involved in school clubs and have fun—it goes by quickly!” Join us in celebrating Zachary’s journey and his continued involvement in the Conway community! 💙🤍 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow

📢 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

🌟 Community Champion Volunteer Trainings 🌟 Are you ready to make a difference in our schools? Join us for one of our Community Champion Volunteer Trainings this Wednesday! 📅 When: Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 9:00 AM 5:30 PM 📍 Where: PD Lab at the Central Office 💡 A notary will be available during both sessions for anyone needing notary services. Let's work together to make our schools and community even better! 🙌 #CommunityChampions #VolunteerTraining #CPSD

🎒✨ Welcome back, Wampus Cats! ✨🎒 We hope everyone had an amazing winter break filled with fun, family, and relaxation. 🎄☀️ Whether you spent time with family, explored new places, or caught up on some much-needed rest, we want to hear about it! 👇 Drop a comment and let us know what you did over the break! Let’s kick off 2025 ready to ASCEND to greatness! 🐾💙 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #CPSDascends #NewYearNewGoals

"⏰ 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

Reminder: School will be closed for Winter Break from Friday, December 20 through Sunday, January 5. Classes resume on Monday, January 6. We hope you take this time to relax, recharge, and make special memories with family and friends. Enjoy the break, and we look forward to seeing you in the new year! Stay safe Wampus Cats and have a wonderful holiday season! 🎄❄️

🎭 Throwback Thursday: Honoring Mr. James H. Clark 🎭 Today, we’re celebrating the legacy of Mr. James H. Clark, a true cornerstone of Conway Public Schools. Associated with CHS since his graduation in 1948, Mr. Clark joined the faculty in 1955 as a coach and went on to dedicate 42 years to public education, with 33 of those years spent shaping the future at CPSD. His impact is so profound that the CHS auditorium proudly bears his name, ensuring his legacy continues to inspire generations. #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #ThrowbackThursday #Legacy #JamesHClarkAuditorium

Last week, our talented choir students performed at the 71st Annual ASBA Conference in Little Rock! 🎤✨ They did a fantastic job serenading a crowd of school board members and education leaders from across the state with beautiful holiday songs. A special thanks to Choir Teacher Victoria Greenawalt for her leadership and dedication. 🎼👏 We are so proud of our students for representing us with such talent and poise! 🎉 #CarlStuartChoir #ASBAConference #HolidayMusic #WampusCats #ConwayPublicSchools

🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟 This week, we’re excited to feature Myrisa Wilkins, Class of 2011! Myrisa attended UCA, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education. After graduation, she got married and moved to Bentonville, where she worked for Walmart Home Office for two years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. School Memories: Myrisa loved the vibrant atmosphere at CPSD, participating as a cheerleader, in the choir, and in musicals. She appreciated the opportunities to build community through extracurricular activities and made lasting friendships. Personal Highlights: Some of her favorite memories include making All-Region Choir and cheering for three out of four years of high school. A standout moment was when the football team made it to the semi-finals during her junior year. Now, her greatest joy comes from raising her son and watching him grow. Favorite Teachers: Mrs. Sonya Smith and Mr. Sam Huskey. Advice for Students: “Get involved! This is the only time in your life when you have the freedom to participate without big responsibilities. Find good friends, be yourself, and make decisions you’ll be proud of later!” Join us in celebrating Myrisa’s journey from CPSD to motherhood and community building! 💙🤍 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow

🎓 Throwback Thursday: Career Clubs at CPSD 🎓 We’re flashing back to the 2011-2012 school year to highlight some of our amazing Career Clubs! From FCCLA, FBLA, and FFA to HOSA, Skills USA, FCS, and Model UN, these clubs offered students opportunities to develop leadership, technical skills, and hands-on experiences that shaped their future careers. 🚀🌟 Were you involved in any of these clubs? Share your favorite memories and how your club experiences impacted you! #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #ThrowbackThursday #CareerClubs #Leadership #FCCLA #HOSA #FFA #SkillsUSA #ModelUN #FBLA #FCS

🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟 This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight Thomas Robertson, Class of 2018! Thomas pursued his passion for the culinary arts, attending culinary school and securing a job at Chenal Country Club. Starting as a sauté cook, he quickly worked his way up to Sous Chef at just 21 years old. While in school, Thomas won two bronze medals in American Culinary Federation (ACF) team competitions and a bronze medal in the ACF Central Arkansas Student Chef of the Year competition. Recently, he earned a silver medal in the ACF Central Arkansas Chef of the Year competition and finished third in the Delta Diamond Chef competition. School Memories: Thomas cherishes the lifelong friendships he built with classmates he’s known since childhood. Favorite Teachers: Jennifer Park and Trish Bowers. Advice for Students: “Always be a sponge. Absorb as much knowledge as you can and never stop learning.” Join us in celebrating Thomas’s culinary achievements and his exciting journey from CPSD to the kitchen! 💙🤍 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow

It was a great CPSD School Board meeting tonight with many recognitions and highlights! Check out our December School Board Meeting recap! https://conwaypublicschools.edurooms.com/engage/conway-public-schools/newsletters/december-2024-school-board-recap

🎄✨ Throwback Thursday: Christmas Spirit Week at CHS! 🎄✨ We’re throwing it back to a festive Christmas Spirit Week at CHS, when students showed off their holiday cheer with fun themes like Kindergarten Day, Senior Citizen Day, Proud to Be an American, Keep It Classy, and Blue/White Day! 🎅🎉 This year, CHS is keeping the tradition alive with the Angel Paws Spirit Week to spread joy and support students and families in need. Get ready for some fun with Christmas PJs, Crazy Christmas Socks, Conway Blue, Ugly Christmas Sweater, and Santa Hat & Caring Cats Shirt! 🎁 Let’s keep the spirit of giving alive this season! ❤️🎄 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #ThrowbackThursday #ChristmasSpiritWeek #AngelPaws #HolidayCheer

🌟 Wampus Cat Wednesday: Where Are They Now? 🌟 This week, we’re excited to feature Gracyn Sanders, Class of 2014! Gracyn graduated with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from UCA in 2019. She’s worked in hospital settings but is now transitioning into private practice at In Sync Counseling in Conway, focusing on grief and loss therapy. Gracyn has fond memories of CPSD, where she met her husband. A pivotal moment in her journey was taking her first psychology course, which sparked her passion for becoming a therapist. Favorite Teacher: Mrs. Heather Tharp, who taught Gracyn in both 1st and 2nd grade, left a lasting impact. Advice for Students: "Don’t be afraid to ask for help." Join us in celebrating Gracyn’s dedication to mental health and her journey from CPSD! 💙🤍 #WeAreWampusCats #Ascend #AscendToExcellence #CPSDascends #WampusCatWednesday #WhereAreTheyNow