Ellen Smith Elementary

🐾 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 June 23 that will be distributed during our Cats in Community Food Giveaway on June 25. Every donation helps provide food and resources to families in need during the summer months.

🗓️ Donation Drop-Off Dates: June 9–23

📍 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! 💙 Schools

Happy birthday to our 4th grade science teacher! Hope you are enjoying your summer, Mr. Raup.

Our FINAL 5th Shout Outs of the 2025-2026 school year! We are so proud they made it just in time!

Parents, you can share with your family and see your child’s artwork here: https://www.artsonia.com/connect/Y292BWBR

For questions or more info, please contact Mrs.Barlow the Art Teacher at [email protected]

Have a great summer!!!

We are pleased to honor the following teachers for years of dedication and service to Conway p***c schools
Ms. Byers- 25 years
Mrs. Hubbard- 25 years
Mrs. Vint- 25 years
Mrs. Buie- 20 years
Mrs. King- 20 years
Mr. Moore- 15 years
Mrs. Ortega- 15 years
Mrs. Polacek- 15.5 years

Special celebrations for Mr. David and Mrs. Harbison as they adventure into retirement.

Congratulations to Anna Graham for being named Teacher of the Year! She was presented the Crystal Apple Award, Sponsored by Misty Givens, that has worked its way through our building honoring teachers of the month throughout the year.

We are thrilled to honor her with the final apple!! Thank you Misty Givens for your support! Congrats Anna!

Happy birthday to our fantastic fourth grade math teacher Ms. Walter!

We are so proud of Mr. Tony!

Out of all the students at Ellen Smith, who earned all 8 brag tags in GT, these three students are the lucky ones. They got to choose a Lego set. Thank you for all your hard-work!

If we weren’t ready for summer before, we sure are now! What a day filled with celebrations, field trips, laughter, and memories made together. From exciting adventures to special end-of-year moments, our kindergarten, first, second, and fourth grade students had an unforgettable day.

Check out the pictures to see all the fun and smiles as we wrap up an amazing school year at Ellen Smith Elementary! These teachers are tired but in the best ways!

Ellen Smith Elementary is honored to be recognized as a Heart Safe School through Arkansas Project ADAM and Arkansas Children’s.

This recognition represents the commitment of our staff, school nurse, district leaders, first responders, and community supporters who work together to prioritize the safety and well-being of our students and team each day. Through emergency response preparation, ongoing training, and strong collaboration, we are building a safer school environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

We are thankful for every individual who helped make this achievement possible. At Ellen Smith, we remain committed to creating a place where students can learn, grow, and succeed with confidence and care.