Hope Public Schools has released calendar information for the 2026–2027 school year.
The calendar includes important dates for families, students, and staff, including professional development days, teacher work days, Open House, the first day of classes, holiday breaks, early dismissal days, parent-teacher conferences, semester exam schedules, grading periods, and report card timelines.
Families are encouraged to review the full calendar and keep it available for reference throughout the school year.
The calendar includes important dates for families, students, and staff, including professional development days, teacher work days, Open House, the first day of classes, holiday breaks, early dismissal days, parent-teacher conferences, semester exam schedules, grading periods, and report card timelines.
Families are encouraged to review the full calendar and keep it available for reference throughout the school year.
Hope Collegiate Academy Family: Our back-to-school meeting is August 4!
Questions? Please email heather.flowers@hpsdistrict.org
Educator Hall of Fame 2026 Nominations Are Open
Nominations are still open for the Hope Public Schools Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
Help us recognize retired educators who served Hope Public Schools and made a lasting impact on generations of students.
Nominate an educator today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
Nominations are still open for the Hope Public Schools Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
Help us recognize retired educators who served Hope Public Schools and made a lasting impact on generations of students.
Nominate an educator today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
📢 Immunization Reminder for Parents and Students
As we prepare for the new school year, parents and guardians are reminded to ensure their student’s immunizations are up to date.
Please provide a current copy of your student’s immunization record to the nurse at their campus within the first two weeks of school.
Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy and ready to learn!
As we prepare for the new school year, parents and guardians are reminded to ensure their student’s immunizations are up to date.
Please provide a current copy of your student’s immunization record to the nurse at their campus within the first two weeks of school.
Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy and ready to learn!
SAVE THE DATE! The 7th Annual Back to School Bash is coming to Hempstead Hall on Tuesday, August 25, from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Bring the whole family for a FREE evening of food, snow cones, drinks, games, student showcases, vehicle displays and so much more. No cost. Just FUN, FUN, FUN as we kick off a new school year together!
#HopePublicSchools #BackToSchoolBash #BobcatPride
#HopePublicSchools #BackToSchoolBash #BobcatPride
🏈 The 2026 football schedule is ready—and so are we! ❤️🖤
A new season is ahead, filled with Friday night lights ✨, hard work 💪, community pride 🙌, and opportunities for our Bobcats to compete with heart.
Save the dates 📅, wear your red ❤️, and make plans to join us for every home game! Let’s make this a season to remember. 🏟️
#HopePublicSchools #HopeBobcats #BobcatFootball #FridayNightLights #WeAreHope #GoBobcats #HPSAthletics
A new season is ahead, filled with Friday night lights ✨, hard work 💪, community pride 🙌, and opportunities for our Bobcats to compete with heart.
Save the dates 📅, wear your red ❤️, and make plans to join us for every home game! Let’s make this a season to remember. 🏟️
#HopePublicSchools #HopeBobcats #BobcatFootball #FridayNightLights #WeAreHope #GoBobcats #HPSAthletics
The countdown is on, Bobcats! We are excited to welcome students, families, and staff back for the 2026–2027 school year.
Join us for Open House on Thursday, July 30, from 3:00–7:00 p.m., then get ready for the first day of school on Wednesday, August 5.
We cannot wait to begin another great year of learning, growth, and Bobcat pride. WE ARE HOPE!
Join us for Open House on Thursday, July 30, from 3:00–7:00 p.m., then get ready for the first day of school on Wednesday, August 5.
We cannot wait to begin another great year of learning, growth, and Bobcat pride. WE ARE HOPE!
Public Notice: Student Records
Hope Public Schools is notifying parents/guardians that folders for the Special Education and 504 students who graduated in May 2021 will be destroyed on August 21, 2026.
Parents/guardians who would like to request their child’s folder should contact Lynn Kimbell at 870-722-2700 ext. 22 before that date.
Help Us Honor Great Educators
Hope Public Schools is inviting the community to submit nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
This recognition is for retired educators whose service, leadership, dedication, and influence left a lasting mark on students and the district.
If you know an educator who deserves to be honored, submit a nomination today.
Nomination Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
Hope Public Schools is inviting the community to submit nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
This recognition is for retired educators whose service, leadership, dedication, and influence left a lasting mark on students and the district.
If you know an educator who deserves to be honored, submit a nomination today.
Nomination Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
🏃♂️ Cross Country Practice Begins Monday! 🏃♀️
Cross country practice for students in grades 9–12 begins today, July 20, at 9:00 a.m.
Students should meet at the track behind the indoor facility. We look forward to seeing you there!
#HopePublicSchools #HopeBobcats #CrossCountry
Cross country practice for students in grades 9–12 begins today, July 20, at 9:00 a.m.
Students should meet at the track behind the indoor facility. We look forward to seeing you there!
#HopePublicSchools #HopeBobcats #CrossCountry
Upcoming School Board Meeting
The Hope Public Schools Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Location: Admin Building on 6th street
Community members are welcome to attend.
The Hope Public Schools Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Location: Admin Building on 6th street
Community members are welcome to attend.
Hope Collegiate Academy Family: Mark your calendars! HCA Parent Night is coming soon!
Questions? Please email heather.flowers@hpsdistrict.org
Questions? Please email heather.flowers@hpsdistrict.org
Hope High School Students Attend Arkansas Boys State
Hope High School is proud to announce that 11 young men represented HHS at the 85th annual session of the American Legion’s Arkansas Boys State.
This opportunity was made possible through the support of our local sponsors:
First National Bank of Tom Bean
Hope Lions Club
Hope Methodist Church — Century Bible Class
Hope Methodist Church — Anna Manney Sunday School Class
Kiwanis Club
Lonoke Baptist Church
New Millennium
Arkansas Boys State Delegates:
Jair Arroyo, Ramsey Beck, Riley Bramlett, Jaiden Brown, Austin Courtney, D’Aireion Franklin, J’Kari Gulley, Jose Juanez, Dylan Mercado, Nathan Sanchez, and Kelson White.
Hope High School is proud of these students for representing our school and community.
Photo courtesy of HHS and Richard Ware.
Hope High School is proud to announce that 11 young men represented HHS at the 85th annual session of the American Legion’s Arkansas Boys State.
This opportunity was made possible through the support of our local sponsors:
First National Bank of Tom Bean
Hope Lions Club
Hope Methodist Church — Century Bible Class
Hope Methodist Church — Anna Manney Sunday School Class
Kiwanis Club
Lonoke Baptist Church
New Millennium
Arkansas Boys State Delegates:
Jair Arroyo, Ramsey Beck, Riley Bramlett, Jaiden Brown, Austin Courtney, D’Aireion Franklin, J’Kari Gulley, Jose Juanez, Dylan Mercado, Nathan Sanchez, and Kelson White.
Hope High School is proud of these students for representing our school and community.
Photo courtesy of HHS and Richard Ware.
Public Notice: Student Records
Hope Public Schools is notifying parents/guardians that folders for students who graduated in May 2021 will be destroyed on August 21, 2026.
Parents/guardians who would like to request their child’s folder should contact Lynn Kimbell at 870-722-2700 ext. 23 before that date.
Hope Public Schools is notifying parents/guardians that folders for students who graduated in May 2021 will be destroyed on August 21, 2026.
Parents/guardians who would like to request their child’s folder should contact Lynn Kimbell at 870-722-2700 ext. 23 before that date.
Who Made a Difference in Your Life?
Every student remembers the educator who believed in them, encouraged them, challenged them, or helped them see what was possible.
Hope Public Schools is accepting nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
Nominees must be retired and have worked at least 10 years with Hope Public Schools.
Submit a nomination here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
Every student remembers the educator who believed in them, encouraged them, challenged them, or helped them see what was possible.
Hope Public Schools is accepting nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
Nominees must be retired and have worked at least 10 years with Hope Public Schools.
Submit a nomination here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
🚌 Hope Public Schools – Bus Driver In-Service
Hope Public Schools will host its annual Bus Driver In-Service on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
📍 Location:
Beryl Henry Elementary
2100 S. Main St.
Hope, AR
🕐 Time:
Rhonda Still, Arkansas Department of Education, will begin the Bus Driver In-Service at 1:00 p.m.
This state-required annual training is required for all Hope Public Schools CDL bus drivers. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to allow time for check-in.
Area school district bus drivers are also welcome to attend and are encouraged to join us for this valuable training opportunity.
We look forward to seeing everyone as we prepare for a safe and successful 2026–2027 school year!
Hope Public Schools will host its annual Bus Driver In-Service on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
📍 Location:
Beryl Henry Elementary
2100 S. Main St.
Hope, AR
🕐 Time:
Rhonda Still, Arkansas Department of Education, will begin the Bus Driver In-Service at 1:00 p.m.
This state-required annual training is required for all Hope Public Schools CDL bus drivers. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to allow time for check-in.
Area school district bus drivers are also welcome to attend and are encouraged to join us for this valuable training opportunity.
We look forward to seeing everyone as we prepare for a safe and successful 2026–2027 school year!
Arkansas Civic Leadership Institute
Hope Public Schools is proud to recognize our students who participated in the Arkansas Civic Leadership Institute at the Arkansas State Capitol.
Students had the opportunity to take part in leadership and civic engagement activities, learn more about the legislative process, and experience what it is like to debate bills, speak at the podium, and participate in the work of state government.
We are proud of the way our students represented Hope Public Schools and took advantage of this opportunity to learn, lead, and grow.
Congratulations, Bobcats.
Hope Public Schools is proud to recognize our students who participated in the Arkansas Civic Leadership Institute at the Arkansas State Capitol.
Students had the opportunity to take part in leadership and civic engagement activities, learn more about the legislative process, and experience what it is like to debate bills, speak at the podium, and participate in the work of state government.
We are proud of the way our students represented Hope Public Schools and took advantage of this opportunity to learn, lead, and grow.
Congratulations, Bobcats.
Public Notice: Student Records
Hope Public Schools is notifying parents/guardians that folders for students who graduated in May 2021 will be destroyed on August 21, 2026.
Parents/guardians who would like to request their child’s folder should contact Lynn Kimbell at 870-722-2700 ext. 23 before that date.
Hope Public Schools is notifying parents/guardians that folders for students who graduated in May 2021 will be destroyed on August 21, 2026.
Parents/guardians who would like to request their child’s folder should contact Lynn Kimbell at 870-722-2700 ext. 23 before that date.
2026-2027 Student Council Members
Hope High School is proud to recognize the 2026-2027 Student Council Members.
These students will represent their peers, support campus activities, and provide student leadership throughout the school year. Congratulations to each student selected to serve.
Officers
President — Aaliyah Holyfield
Vice President — Alysia Jones
Secretary — Kyria Jackson
Treasurer — MyKayla Pollins
Associative Secretary — Mycah Bradley
Co-Presidents
12th Grade — Carlos Mayo & Rizpol Calderon
11th Grade — Ethan Walker & Ja’kyreuana Williams
10th Grade — Aiyanah Lloyd & Ja’Mazie Moore
Representatives and Appointed Positions
Grade-level representatives and appointed student leaders are listed on the attached flyer.
Congratulations, Bobcats.
Educator Hall of Fame 2026 Nominations Now Open
Hope Public Schools is now accepting nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
This recognition honors retired educators who made a lasting impact on students, families, schools, and the Hope community.
Community members, alumni, staff, families, and former students are invited to submit nominations.
Nominate an educator here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
Help us honor the educators who helped shape Hope Public Schools.
Hope Public Schools is now accepting nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026.
This recognition honors retired educators who made a lasting impact on students, families, schools, and the Hope community.
Community members, alumni, staff, families, and former students are invited to submit nominations.
Nominate an educator here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8enbeXc1klhYK9hPd9oMVJO-qRShCEPNyr3B59nNNY7z2wA/viewform?usp=header
Help us honor the educators who helped shape Hope Public Schools.
