HOPE FORWARD. CHILDREN FIRST!

WARM • SAFE • DRY

That’s the simple focus behind Hope Public Schools’ 2026 millage proposal — keeping our children learning in school buildings that are safe, stable, and dependable.

Hope Public Schools has announced plans to seek voter approval for a millage increase to address critical facility needs across the district. This proposal is student-centered and designed to prevent learning disruptions caused by building failures, emergency repairs, and aging systems that are nearing or beyond end-of-life.

A LONG-OVERDUE INVESTMENT

Hope Public Schools has not had a millage increase in more than 40 years — going back to at least 1985 — and our current millage rate ranks 207th out of 235 Arkansas school districts.

THREE PRIORITIES

PRIORITY 1: SAFETY & SECURITY

Secure entrances and vestibules, improved traffic flow and drop-off areas, and districtwide HVAC and air-quality improvements.

PRIORITY 2: RENOVATIONS & MODERNIZATION

Updated student restrooms, classrooms, and learning spaces — improving the environments students and staff rely on every day.

PRIORITY 3: COMPETITIVE & FUTURE-READY

Strengthening opportunities for college and career readiness through expanded programs like the Collegiate Academy, skilled trades pathways, STEM investments, and student wellness improvements.

WHAT COULD HAPPEN IF IT DOESN’T PASS…

Without approval, Hope Public Schools will continue operating with increasingly unreliable systems. HVAC failures are not a matter of IF, but WHEN, and emergency repairs can divert resources away from classrooms. The district also risks losing access to approximately $2.4 million in facilities partnership funding.

READY TO MOVE FORWARD

If approved, the district is prepared to begin work quickly — with some projects able to start as early as spring break.

ELECTION INFORMATION

Early Voting: Monday, February 16 – Monday, March 2, 2026

Election Day: Tuesday, March 3, 2026

📌 For full details, visit the Hope Public Schools website and click the tab:

“2026 Millage Information.”

#HopePublicSchools #HopeForwardChildrenFirst #WarmSafeDry

3 days ago, Tony McClain
Hope Public Schools Announces Millage Election to Address Critical Facility Needs and Protect Students  Hope, Arkansas — Hope Public Schools has announced plans to seek voter approval for a millage increase in an upcoming election to address critical facility needs across the district.  At its core, this proposal is about one essential responsibility: protecting students by ensuring they learn in warm, safe, and dry school buildings—not classrooms disrupted by system failures or emergency repairs. Many district facilities are operating with aging systems that are nearing or beyond their expected lifespan. Deferred maintenance is no longer sustainable, and the district faces an urgent need to act before small issues become major disruptions to student learning.  Focused Priorities Centered on Student Safety and Learning  While the plan includes long-term improvements, the primary focus is on the district’s most immediate needs:  Priority 1: Safety & Security Projects include secure entrances and security vestibules, improved traffic flow and drop-off areas, and districtwide HVAC and air-quality improvements. These upgrades directly impact student health, daily safety, and the continuity of instruction.  Priority 2: Renovations & Modernization This priority focuses on renovating student restrooms, updating classrooms and learning spaces, and modernizing facilities that students and staff use every day. These improvements are critical to maintaining environments where students can focus, feel comfortable, and succeed academically.  While future-ready projects remain part of the long-term vision, the district’s immediate emphasis is stabilizing and protecting core learning environments.  Who This Investment Serves  The primary focus of this proposal is students — the children of Hope. Safe buildings, dependable climate control, and functional learning spaces are foundational to attendance, concentration, and overall student success.  The proposal also supports teachers and staff, ensuring they can work in environments that allow them to serve students effectively, and it benefits the community as a whole by preserving public assets, strengthening local schools, and protecting long-term property values.  Consequences of Inaction  If the millage is not approved, Hope Public Schools will be forced to continue operating with systems that are increasingly unreliable. HVAC failures are not a matter of if, but when, and emergency repairs often divert resources away from classrooms and student services.  Additionally, without approval, the district risks losing access to approximately $2.4 million in facilities partnership funding, dollars that could significantly offset local costs but are contingent on meeting funding and readiness requirements.  Across Arkansas, districts facing similar conditions have had to delay safety upgrades, redirect instructional funds to emergency repairs, or reduce programming when infrastructure fails. Hope Public Schools is working to avoid those outcomes by planning ahead rather than reacting to crises.  Ready to Move Forward Immediately  If approved, the district is prepared to act quickly. Planning and prioritization work is already underway, allowing projects to begin as early as spring break, with some work starting within weeks — or even days — following approval.  “This proposal reflects our care for students and our responsibility to the community,” district leaders said. “We are ready to move forward and address these needs the moment voters give approval.”  Election Information  Early Voting: Monday, February 16 – Monday, March 2, 2026 Election Day: Tuesday, March 3, 2026  Additional information, including FAQs and project details, will be shared through Hope Public Schools’ official communication channels.
Meet Our 2025–2026 Communications Interns!

Hope Public Schools is proud to introduce our Communications Internship Program. This year’s interns — Addison, Xavier, Carlos, Mauricio, Kamaya, LeBron, Celina, and Athen — will work directly with Mr. Tony McClain, Communications & Public Relations Director.

They will gain valuable skills in photography, videography, communications, public relations, business, and entrepreneurship. Each student will have the opportunity to create professional-level projects, including branding campaigns, product photography, portraits, family sessions, headshots, and more.

If you know a business that would like to support our interns by giving them real opportunities to apply their skills, we invite you to connect with us. Together, we’re building a stronger Bobcat community for today and tomorrow.
4 months ago, Tony McClain
Title: Meet Our 2025–2026 Communications Interns!  Body: Hope Public Schools is proud to introduce our Communications Internship Program. This year’s interns — Addison, Xavier, Carlos, Mauricio, Kamaya, LeBron, Celina, and Athen — will work directly with Mr. Tony McClain, Communications & Public Relations Director.  They will gain valuable skills in photography, videography, communications, public relations, business, and entrepreneurship. Each student will have the opportunity to create professional-level projects, including branding campaigns, product photography, portraits, family sessions, headshots, and more.  If you know a business that would like to support our interns by giving them real opportunities to apply their skills, we invite you to connect with us. Together, we’re building a stronger Bobcat community for today and tomorrow.
Hope Public Schools will host a Millage Community Forum on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Hempstead Hall, inviting families, community members, business leaders, and local stakeholders to learn more about the district’s proposed millage initiative and urgent facility needs across the district.

At the center of the forum is one essential message: Warm • Safe • Dry — ensuring children learn in buildings that are protected from major disruptions caused by aging systems and emergency repairs.

A LONG-OVERDUE INVESTMENT
Hope Public Schools has not had a millage increase in more than 40 years, and the district’s current millage rate ranks 207th out of 235 Arkansas school districts.

EVENT DETAILS
What: Hope Public Schools Millage Community Forum
When: Thursday, January 29, 2026 — 6:00 p.m.
Where: Hempstead Hall, Hope, Arkansas — 2500 South Main Street, Hope, AR 71801
Who: Hope Public Schools leadership, staff, families, and community stakeholders
Cost: Free and open to the public

WHAT TO EXPECT
A clear overview of the facility needs facing Hope Public Schools
A breakdown of the district’s priorities under the “Warm • Safe • Dry” message
A public Q&A opportunity for community members

Information on how the community can stay informed and engaged moving forward
For additional information, please contact:
Tony McClain
Communications & Public Relations Director, Hope Public Schools
Phone: 870-703-9250
Email: antonio.mcclain@hpsdistrict.org
2 days ago, Tony McClain
🏆 Hope Public Schools Athletic Hall of Fame — Class of 2026 🏆

Hope Public Schools is proud to celebrate the Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026 on Friday, January 23! Join us as we honor these outstanding Bobcats and the legacy they represent.

Class of 2026 Inductees:
C.J. Ellis • Jami Godwin • Jaidyn Simington • Ronnie Powell • D.D. Holyfield • Ricky Rhodes • Ronald Stuart • Bubba Powers • Randy Wright

📍 Event Details
1:00 p.m. — Public Reception
Hempstead Hall — 2500 S Main St, Hope, AR 71801

Approx. 6:00–6:15 p.m. — Inductee Recognition
Hope High School Gym
Recognition will take place during the Hope High School Bobcat Basketball game.

✅ This event is open to the public — alumni, families, staff, and the community are welcome!

Come help us celebrate excellence, tradition, and Bobcat pride! 🐾
3 days ago, Tony McClain
AHOF
🏆📚 We have a CHAMPION!

Hope Public Schools is proud to celebrate Jaime, a student at William Jefferson Clinton Primary, who has been named the Hempstead County Spelling Bee Champion!

Jaime advanced through multiple spelling bee levels—from classroom rounds, to the campus bee, to the county competition—where he earned the top honor and brought home the championship for Clinton Primary and Hope Public Schools.

We also want to recognize Ethan and Nike (alternate) for representing Clinton Primary with pride and excellence. 👏

📍 Next stop: the State Spelling Bee in Little Rock!
Let’s cheer Jaime on as he represents our district at the state level!

#HopePublicSchools #ClintonPrimary #SpellingBeeChampion #StudentSuccess #WeCelebrate #BobcatPride

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🏆📚 ¡Tenemos un CAMPEÓN!

Hope Public Schools se enorgullece en celebrar a Jaime, estudiante de William Jefferson Clinton Primary, quien ha sido nombrado Campeón del Concurso de Ortografía del Condado de Hempstead.

Jaime avanzó por varias etapas del concurso—desde rondas en el salón de clases, al concurso escolar, y finalmente al concurso del condado—¡donde obtuvo el máximo reconocimiento y se llevó el campeonato!

También queremos reconocer a Ethan y Nike (suplente) por representar a Clinton Primary con orgullo y excelencia. 👏

📍 Próxima parada: el Concurso Estatal de Ortografía en Little Rock
¡Acompáñenos en felicitar a Jaime y desearle lo mejor mientras representa a nuestro distrito a nivel estatal!

#HopePublicSchools #ClintonPrimary #CampeónDeOrtografía #OrgulloBobcat #WeCelebrate
4 days ago, Tony McClain
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and all month long, we proudly recognize the Hope Public Schools Board of Education for their leadership, service, and dedication to our students, staff, and community.
Your commitment, time, and thoughtful decision-making help guide our district forward and strengthen the future of Hope Public Schools. Thank you for serving with purpose and heart.
We appreciate you—this month and always. ❤️🤍
#SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #BoardAppreciation #WeCelebrate #HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride

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Publicación de Agradecimiento a la Junta (Español)
Enero es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar, y durante todo el mes reconocemos con orgullo a la Junta de Educación de Hope Public Schools por su liderazgo, servicio y dedicación a nuestros estudiantes, personal y comunidad.
Su compromiso, tiempo y toma de decisiones reflexiva ayudan a guiar a nuestro distrito y a fortalecer el futuro de Hope Public Schools. Gracias por servir con propósito y corazón.
Los apreciamos—este mes y siempre. ❤️🤍
#MesDeAgradecimientoALaJunta #AgradecimientoALaJunta #WeCelebrate #HopePublicSchools #OrgulloBobcat
13 days ago, Tony McClain
A School Board Appreciation Month graphic for Hope Public Schools featuring photos of the Board of Education members with their names and titles displayed. The design uses red, black, and white district colors with gold-accented circular portraits, the heading “BOARD MEMBERS,” and a “Thank you!” message, honoring board members throughout the month of January.
🎉 Welcome Back, Bobcat Nation! 🐾

We hope everyone had a restful and joyful holiday break. As we kick off the new year, we’re excited to welcome our staff back to campuses today, Monday, January 5, 2026, as we prepare for the weeks ahead.
Students will return to school on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, and we can’t wait to see our classrooms filled with energy, learning, and Bobcat pride once again.
Here’s to a happy New Year and an exciting second half of the 2025–2026 school year. We’re ready to learn, grow, and move forward together—Hope Forward. Kids First! ❤️🤍

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🎉 ¡Bienvenidos de regreso, Bobcat Nation! 🐾

Esperamos que todos hayan tenido unas vacaciones relajantes y llenas de alegría. Al comenzar el nuevo año, nos emociona dar la bienvenida a nuestro personal de regreso a los campus hoy, lunes, 5 de enero de 2026, mientras nos preparamos para las próximas semanas.
Los estudiantes regresarán a clases el miércoles, 7 de enero de 2026, y estamos ansiosos por ver nuevamente nuestras aulas llenas de energía, aprendizaje y orgullo Bobcat.
Brindemos por un feliz Año Nuevo y una emocionante segunda mitad del año escolar 2025–2026. Estamos listos para aprender, crecer y avanzar juntos—Hope Forward. Kids First! ❤️🤍
13 days ago, Tony McClain
A winter-themed “Welcome back from the holiday break!” graphic featuring two illustrated children dressed in red winter coats, hats, and scarves, joyfully playing in the snow. String lights hang across the top against a dark, snowy background. The Hope Bobcats “H” logo appears in the bottom right corner.
📦 Stuff the Bus Food Drive Update

Thank you for the incredible community support for our Stuff the Bus Food Drive. Because of your generosity, we were able to provide essential food boxes to more than 125 Hope Public Schools families this holiday season.

Due to inclement weather, the district’s planned distribution event has been canceled. However, all donated food has been delivered to Hope In Action, where it will continue to be distributed directly to families in need throughout our community.

We are deeply grateful to our staff, students, families, volunteers, and community partners who gave their time, resources, and support to make this effort possible. Every donation and every helping hand matters, and we are confident these contributions will reach the families who need them most.

This effort is a powerful reminder of what can happen when our community comes together. Hope Public Schools is proud to support Hope families and stand alongside our partners — not just during the holidays, but all year long.

#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride #StuffTheBus #CommunityStrong #WeCare

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📦 Actualización sobre la campaña Stuff the Bus Food Drive

Gracias por el increíble apoyo de la comunidad a nuestra campaña Stuff the Bus Food Drive. Gracias a su generosidad, hemos podido proporcionar cajas con alimentos básicos a más de 125 familias de las escuelas públicas de Hope durante estas fiestas.

Debido al mal tiempo, se ha cancelado el evento de distribución previsto por el distrito. Sin embargo, todos los alimentos donados se han entregado a Hope In Action, donde se seguirán distribuyendo directamente a las familias necesitadas de nuestra comunidad.

Estamos profundamente agradecidos a nuestro personal, alumnos, familias, voluntarios y socios comunitarios que han dedicado su tiempo, recursos y apoyo para hacer posible esta iniciativa. Cada donación y cada mano amiga son importantes, y estamos seguros de que estas contribuciones llegarán a las familias que más las necesitan.

Esta iniciativa es un poderoso recordatorio de lo que se puede lograr cuando nuestra comunidad se une. Las Escuelas Públicas de Hope se enorgullecen de apoyar a las familias de Hope y de estar al lado de nuestros socios, no solo durante las fiestas, sino durante todo el año.

#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride #StuffTheBus #CommunityStrong #WeCare
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A winter-themed graphic with falling snow and a school bus in the background. Text reads, “Thank you, Hope Community. Stuff the Bus distribution has been canceled due to weather. All donations have been delivered to Hope In Action. Thank you for showing up for HOPE.” The official Hope Public Schools Bobcats logo appears at the bottom.
A winter-themed graphic with falling snow and a school bus in the background. Text reads, “Thank you, Hope Community. Stuff the Bus distribution has been canceled due to weather. All donations have been delivered to Hope In Action. Thank you for showing up for HOPE.” The official Hope Public Schools Bobcats logo appears at the bottom.

❤️ Your Donation Matters.
Every can, every bag of pasta, every holiday item you send helps a Hope family enjoy a brighter Christmas.

Let’s come together and make this our biggest food drive yet!

📅 Campus Drop-off: Now–December 16
📍 Front Office at Each Campus

Together, we are Hope.

Español

❤️ Su donación importa.
Cada lata, cada bolsa de pasta y cada artículo festivo que done ayuda a una familia de Hope a tener una Navidad más brillante.

¡Unámonos y hagamos de esta nuestra colecta más grande!

📅 Entrega en el campus: Ahora–16 de diciembre
📍 Oficina principal de cada escuela

Juntos, somos Hope.

about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.

🧺 What We Still Need Most…
As our Christmas Food Drive continues, we’re collecting items that help families prepare warm, comforting meals during the holidays.

Most-Needed Items:
• Canned fruits & vegetables
• Soups
• Rice, pasta, beans, noodles
• Holiday foods

📅 Drop-off runs through December 16
📍 Front Office at Every Campus

Thank you for supporting Hope families! ❤️





🧺 Lo que más necesitamos…
Mientras continúa nuestra Colecta de Alimentos Navideña, estamos recolectando artículos que ayuden a las familias a preparar comidas cálidas durante las fiestas.

Artículos más necesarios:
• Frutas y verduras enlatadas
• Sopas
• Arroz, pasta, frijoles, fideos
• Alimentos festivos

📅 La entrega continúa hasta el 16 de diciembre
📍 Oficina principal en cada escuela

¡Gracias por apoyar a las familias de Hope! ❤️

about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
Hope Public Schools (HPS) will host an informational session for private school officials and private/homeschool families regarding federal funds used for equitable services. Topics will include Special Education Services and Title programs.

Session Dates and Times:

Wednesday, December 17 at 9:30 a.m.

Monday, January 12 at 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 22 at 3:30 p.m.

Location:
Garland Campus
601 West 6th Street, Room 1
Hope, Arkansas

For more information, please contact Josclyn Wiley at 870-722-2700, ext. 23.
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain

🚌 Join Us This Saturday!
Hope Public Schools will be hosting Stuff the Bus at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly this Saturday, December 13, as part of our Christmas Food Drive.

📍 Walmart
📍 Piggly Wiggly
9:00–11:00 a.m.

Your donations of canned goods, holiday foods, rice, pasta, beans, and noodles help support families right here in our community.

Let’s fill the bus together, Hope! ❤️💚
#WeServe #WeCelebrate #BobcatPride


🚌 ¡Acompáñenos este sábado!
Hope Public Schools estará llevando a cabo Llena el Autobús en Walmart y Piggly Wiggly este sábado 13 de diciembre como parte de nuestra Colecta de Alimentos Navideña.

📍 Walmart
📍 Piggly Wiggly
9:00–11:00 a. m.

Sus donaciones de productos enlatados, alimentos festivos, arroz, pasta, frijoles y fideos ayudan a apoyar a las familias de nuestra comunidad.

¡Llenemos el autobús juntos, Hope! ❤️💚
#WeServe #WeCelebrate #OrgulloBobcat

about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
🚌 Stuff the Bus This Weekend!
Join us at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly as we continue our Christmas Food Drive to support families in Hope.

📍 Walmart: Saturday, December 13
📍 Piggly Wiggly: Saturday, December 13
⏰ 9:00–11:00 a.m.

Can’t make it? No worries — campus drop-off is open through December 16 at the front office of every school.

Let’s fill the bus together!

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🚌 ¡Llena el Autobús este fin de semana!
Acompáñenos en Walmart y Piggly Wiggly mientras continuamos nuestra Colecta de Alimentos Navideña para apoyar a las familias de Hope.

📍 Walmart: sábado 13 de diciembre
📍 Piggly Wiggly: sábados 6 y 13 de diciembre
⏰ 9:00–11:00 a. m.

¿No puede asistir? No se preocupe — cada campus tendrá un punto de entrega hasta el 16 de diciembre en la oficina principal.

¡Llenemos el autobús juntos!
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
🎄 Our Christmas Food Drive is Underway!
Hope Public Schools is collecting canned goods and holiday foods now through December 16, 2025. Every campus has a drop-off location at the front office.

Your donation can make a real difference for families in our community this holiday season. ❤️

🧺 Most-Needed Items:
• Canned fruits, vegetables, and soups
• Holiday foods
• Rice, pasta, beans, noodles

📍 Campus Drop-off: Front Office at Each Campus
📅 Now–December 16

Contact: Dr. Linda Clark
linda.clark@hpsdistrict.org
| 870-722-2700 ext. 24

#WeServe #WeCelebrate #BobcatPride

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🎄 ¡Nuestra Colecta de Alimentos Navideña ya comenzó!
Hope Public Schools está recolectando productos enlatados y alimentos festivos hasta el 16 de diciembre de 2025. Cada escuela tiene un punto de entrega en la oficina principal.

Su donación puede marcar una gran diferencia para las familias de nuestra comunidad esta temporada. ❤️

🧺 Artículos más necesarios:
• Frutas, verduras y sopas enlatadas
• Alimentos festivos
• Arroz, pasta, frijoles, fideos

📍 Entrega en el campus: Oficina principal de cada escuela
📅 Ahora–16 de diciembre

Contacto: Dra. Linda Clark
linda.clark@hpsdistrict.org
| 870-722-2700 ext. 24

#WeServe #WeCelebrate #OrgulloBobcat
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
A festive Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. At the top are golden bells with holly. The text announces “Colecta de Alimentos Navideña,” with details about the December 4–16, 2025 food drive, drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. A small illustrated donation box with canned goods and pantry items appears at the bottom right. Two Hope Bobcats logos are placed near the top corners.
🎄 Early Dismissal Reminder for Christmas Break

Hope Public Schools will dismiss early on Wednesday, December 17, Thursday, December 18, and Friday, December 19 as we head into Christmas Break.

🕒 Dismissal Times:

Clinton Primary School: 1:00 PM

All Other Campuses: 1:20 PM

Please plan accordingly and ensure students are picked up on time.
We hope everyone has a safe and joyful holiday season! ❤️🤍

#WeInform #BobcatPride #HopePublicSchools

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🎄 Recordatorio de salidas temprano por las vacaciones de Navidad

Las escuelas públicas de Hope terminarán temprano el miércoles 17 de diciembre, el jueves 18 de diciembre y el viernes 19 de diciembre, ya que nos acercamos a las vacaciones de Navidad.

🕒 Horarios de salida:
• Escuela Primaria Clinton: 1:00 p. m.
• Todos los demás planteles: 1:20 p. m.

Planifique adecuadamente y asegúrese de que los alumnos sean recogidos a tiempo.
¡Esperamos que todos tengan unas fiestas seguras y felices! ❤️🤍

#Informamos #OrgulloBobcat #EscuelasPúblicasHope
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
A festive graphic showing a decorated Christmas tree with ornaments, lights, and wrapped presents on the left side. On the right side, the Hope Public Schools “H Bobcats” logo appears at the top. Large text reads: “Early Dismissal Reminder — December 17–19.” Below that, smaller text says: “Clinton Primary 1 PM; All Other Campuses 1:20 PM.” At the bottom, a short message reads: “We’re heading into Christmas Break with three days of early dismissal—December 17–19. Enjoy the extra time with family!”
🎄 Hope Public Schools Christmas Food Drive!
Join us as we collect canned goods and holiday foods to support families in our community this season.

📅 December 4–16, 2025
📍 Drop-off at the front office of each campus

🚌 Stuff the Bus Events
• Walmart: Saturday, December 13
• Piggly Wiggly: Saturdays, December 6 & 13
⏰ 9:00–11:00 a.m.

🧺 Items Needed:
• Canned goods (fruit, vegetables, soups)
• Holiday foods
• Rice, pasta, beans, noodles

📞 Questions or donations?
Contact Dr. Linda Clark
📧 linda.clark@hpsdistrict.org

📱 870-722-2700 ext. 24

❤️ Let’s come together as a community and make a difference this holiday season!
#WeServe #WeCelebrate #BobcatPride

🎄 ¡Colecta de Alimentos Navideña de Hope Public Schools!
Únase a nosotros mientras recolectamos productos enlatados y alimentos festivos para apoyar a las familias de nuestra comunidad esta temporada.

📅 Del 4 al 16 de diciembre de 2025
📍 Entrega en la oficina principal de cada escuela

🚌 Eventos “Llena el Autobús”
• Walmart: sábado 13 de diciembre
• Piggly Wiggly: sábados 6 y 13 de diciembre
⏰ 9:00–11:00 a. m.

🧺 Artículos necesarios:
• Productos enlatados (frutas, verduras, sopas)
• Alimentos festivos
• Arroz, pasta, frijoles, fideos

📞 ¿Preguntas o donaciones?
Contacto: Dra. Linda Clark
📧 linda.clark@hpsdistrict.org

📱 870-722-2700 ext. 24

❤️ ¡Unámonos como comunidad para marcar una diferencia esta temporada!
#WeServe #WeCelebrate #OrgulloBobcat
about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
A festive Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. At the top are golden bells with holly. The text announces “Colecta de Alimentos Navideña,” with details about the December 4–16, 2025 food drive, drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. A small illustrated donation box with canned goods and pantry items appears at the bottom right. Two Hope Bobcats logos are placed near the top corners.
A Christmas-themed flyer bordered with colorful holiday lights and garland. Golden bells with holly sit at the top. The text announces the “Christmas Food Drive,” with dates December 4–16, 2025, campus drop-off locations, Stuff the Bus dates at Walmart and Piggly Wiggly, needed items, and contact information for Dr. Linda Clark. At the bottom right is an illustrated donation box filled with canned goods and pantry items. Two Hope Bobcats logos appear near the top corners.
REMINDER, HPS COMMUNITY!! Our Stuff the Bus Food Giveaway is TOMORROW 🎉 Hope Public Schools Community — You’re Invited! 🎉 🚍✨ Stuff the Bus: Food Giveaway ✨🚍 Join us for a warm, welcoming community event as we come together to support families for the season! 📅 November 25, 2025 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 📍 Yerger Annex Bring your smiles and let us bless you with a bus full of goodies! This event is completely free and open to all members of the Hope Public Schools community. Be mindful, we will distribute items as long as we have items in stock. Let’s celebrate kindness, connection, and community support. 💛 We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌 Special thanks to all of the Bobcats volunteering to make sure this event is a success. See the pics from today! #StuffTheBus #HopePublicSchools #CommunityStrong #FoodGiveaway
about 2 months ago, Dr. Jonathan Crossley
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🎉 Hope Public Schools Community — You’re Invited! 🎉

🚍✨ Stuff the Bus: Food Giveaway ✨🚍
Join us for a warm, welcoming community event as we come together to support families for the season!

📅 November 25, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Yerger Annex

Bring your smiles and let us bless you with a bus full of goodies! This event is completely free and open to all members of the Hope Public Schools community. Be mindful, we will distribute items as long as we have items in stock.

Let’s celebrate kindness, connection, and community support. 💛
We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

#StuffTheBus #HopePublicSchools #CommunityStrong #FoodGiveaway
about 2 months ago, Dr. Jonathan Crossley
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🚌💙 STUFF THE BUS — November 13–21, 2025! 💙🚌

Hope Public Schools invites our community to join us for our annual “STUFF THE BUS” food drive! Let’s come together to collect non-perishable food items for Bobcat families in need.

📅 When: November 13–21, 2025
📍 Drop Off: Any Hope Schools campus during school hours

✨ Community Drop-Off Days:
🛒 Walmart Supercenter — Nov. 15 & Nov. 22 | 8 AM–4 PM
🏪 Piggly Wiggly — Nov. 15 & Nov. 22 | 8 AM–4 PM

🙌 Clubs, organizations, and athletic teams are invited to volunteer on these dates to help collect, sort, and load donations!

🛒 Items Needed:
Canned meat, soup, veggies, fruit • Dry beans, rice, pasta • PB & jelly • Cereal, oatmeal • Crackers, snack bars • Bottled water, juice boxes, coffee, powdered milk

🚫 No glass containers or individual servings, please.

Together, we can make a difference for every Bobcat family this season! ❤️

Contact Dr. Clark, District Social Worker, to sponsor or get involved.

#HopePublicSchools #StuffTheBus #BobcatPride #CommunityStrong #SeasonOfGiving

See the totally student created video below:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18qbBVDoScADr0UXAAdOA4swFU4a-hJFQ/view?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Dr. Jonathan Crossley
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🧠 November Mental Health Series | Serie de Salud Mental de Noviembre

Hope Public Schools and the Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative invite parents and families to join this month’s free virtual sessions from ParentGuidance.org
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Each session explores key parenting and mental health topics designed to educate, inform, and empower.

📅 Start Times: 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM CT
💻 Register or Watch: parentguidance.org/mhs-catalog

📧 Support: info@cookcenter.org

Upcoming November Topics:

November 3: Effects of Screen Time and Children’s Mental Health

November 5: Emotional Regulation—Recognizing What’s Wrong

November 11: Tools to Support Your Child’s Mental Health

November 12: Grief—The Healing Process after Loss

November 19: Depression—You’re Not Alone

Let’s support our students, families, and community together. ❤️🤍💙
#WeEmpower #WeInform #BobcatPride #MentalHealthMatters #ParentGuidance #HopePublicSchools

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🧠 Serie de Salud Mental de Noviembre | November Mental Health Series

¡Hope Public Schools y la Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative invitan a los padres y familias a participar en las sesiones virtuales gratuitas de este mes de ParentGuidance.org
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Cada sesión aborda temas clave de crianza y salud mental diseñados para educar, informar y capacitar.

📅 Horas de inicio: 6:00 PM y 8:00 PM CT
💻 Regístrese o vea aquí: parentguidance.org/mhs-catalog

📧 Asistencia: info@cookcenter.org

Temas de noviembre:

3 de noviembre: Efectos del tiempo frente a la pantalla y la salud mental de los niños

5 de noviembre: Regulación emocional—Reconocer qué está sintiendo

11 de noviembre: Herramientas para apoyar la salud mental de su hijo

12 de noviembre: Duelo—El proceso de sanación

19 de noviembre: Depresión—No está solo

Apoyemos juntos a nuestros estudiantes, familias y comunidad. ❤️🤍💙
#WeEmpower #WeInform #OrgulloBobcat #SaludMentalImporta #ParentGuidance #HopePublicSchools
3 months ago, Tony McClain
A digital flyer from ParentGuidance.org and the Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative (SWAEC) promoting the November Mental Health Series. The flyer features an orange and gray design with a small cartoon turkey to represent the month of November. It lists several free virtual parenting and mental health sessions held at 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. CT.  Session titles include:  Effects of Screen Time and Children’s Mental Health (November 3)  Building Your Child’s Confidence (November 4)  Emotional Regulation: Recognizing What’s Wrong (November 5)  Grief: The Healing Process after Loss (November 12)  Depression: You’re Not Alone (November 19), among others.  The flyer encourages families to scan a QR code or visit parentguidance.org/mhs-catalog for more information and support.
Un folleto digital de ParentGuidance.org y la Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative (SWAEC) que promueve la Serie de Salud Mental de Noviembre. El diseño es de color naranja y gris con un pequeño pavo caricatura que representa el mes de noviembre. El folleto anuncia sesiones virtuales gratuitas sobre temas de crianza y salud mental que se llevan a cabo a las 6:00 p.m. y 8:00 p.m. CT.  Los temas incluyen:  Efectos del tiempo frente a la pantalla y la salud mental de su hijo (3 de noviembre)  Regulación emocional: reconocer qué está sintiendo (5 de noviembre)  Herramientas para apoyar la salud mental de su hijo (11 de noviembre)  Duelo: el proceso de sanación (12 de noviembre)  Depresión: no está solo (19 de noviembre).  El folleto invita a las familias a escanear un código QR o visitar parentguidance.org/mhs-catalog para obtener más información y apoyo.