History
The Conway Public Schools Foundation was established in March 2007 by the Conway Board of Education, which unanimously approved the creation of an endowment from donations, gifts and bequests. The foundation provides philanthropic support, above and beyond the district’s operating budget, for a variety of initiatives that enhance the academic experience of every student in Conway Public Schools.
Mission
The mission of the Conway Public Schools Foundation is to empower educators to elevate the student experience.
Vision
The vision of the Conway Public Schools Foundation is to be recognized as the philanthropic catalyst for innovative, equitable, and transformational student experiences.
Values
Our core values guide our decisions, behavior, and efforts.
- Integrity guides our behavior
- We insist on a culture of diversity & inclusion
- Excellence is our standard
- We are drivers of innovation.
Board of Directors
Marti Jones
Executive Director
Maria Kramer Wile
President
Conway Regional
Kaylen Lewis
Vice President
Owens & Parker Law Firm
Ashley Phillips
Treasurer
UCA
Ashton Rainey
Treasurer
Conway Regional Medical Center
Adena White
Secretary
Blackbelt Media
Arthur Ingram
Secretary
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carson Cook
Tara Robertson
Morgan Drayton
Amelia Nabholz
Morgan Lefler
Krista Ryken
Lanette Rogers
April Bennett
Ex-Officio
Baptist Health
Shelley Mehl
Ex-Officio
Executive Director
Arkansas Community Foundation – Faulkner County