Hope Public Schools will hold a Special Board of Education Meeting on:
Monday, February 9, 2026
5:00 PM
Hempstead Hall – Hope Suite
This will be a relatively short meeting with two items currently on the agenda. Please note that additional items may be added if needed.
The public is welcome to attend.
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Aviso de Reunión Especial de la Junta de Educación
Hope Public Schools llevará a cabo una Reunión Especial de la Junta de Educación el:
lunes, 9 de febrero de 2026
5:00 PM
Hempstead Hall – Hope Suite
Esta será una reunión relativamente breve con dos puntos actualmente en la agenda. Tenga en cuenta que podrían agregarse otros puntos si es necesario.
El público está invitado a asistir.
WEATHER UPDATE — NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, January 30, 2026
Due to continued icy conditions, Hope Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 30, 2026.
The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
While district teams have been working across campuses, side streets and surrounding roadways remain icy and unsafe, and many areas are not thawing as expected. These conditions continue to create safety concerns for buses, student drivers, families, and staff traveling to and from school.
District crews will continue breaking up ice and snow across campuses, including bus lines, car lines, and parking lots, as we prepare for students and staff to return next week. We are hopeful that conditions will improve by Monday.
We will continue to monitor conditions and will share any additional updates across all platforms.
Please stay safe and limit travel when possible.
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ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA — NO HAY CLASES EL VIERNES 30 DE ENERO DE 2026
Debido a las condiciones heladas continuas, Hope Public Schools estará cerrado el viernes 30 de enero de 2026.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y comunidad es nuestra máxima prioridad.
Aunque nuestros equipos han estado trabajando en los campus, muchas calles secundarias y áreas cercanas siguen cubiertas de hielo y no son seguras. Estas condiciones continúan representando un riesgo para autobuses, estudiantes que manejan, familias y personal.
Los equipos del distrito continuarán rompiendo hielo y nieve en todos los campus, incluyendo áreas de autobuses, filas de autos y estacionamientos, mientras nos preparamos para el regreso de estudiantes y personal la próxima semana. Esperamos que las condiciones mejoren para el lunes. Gracias por su continuo apoyo y flexibilidad.
Seguiremos monitoreando las condiciones y compartiremos cualquier actualización en todas las plataformas.
Por favor, manténganse seguros y limiten los viajes si es posible.
Please note that the Hope Public Schools Millage Community Forum originally scheduled for Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Hempstead Hall has been rescheduled.
The new date and time are:
Monday, February 9, 2026
6:00 PM
We appreciate everyone’s understanding and look forward to sharing information about district facilities, future needs, and answering community questions during the forum.
Thank you for your continued support of Hope Public Schools.
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Favor de tomar en cuenta que el Foro Comunitario del Millage de Hope Public Schools, originalmente programado para jueves, 29 de enero de 2026, ha sido reprogramado.
La nueva fecha y hora es:
lunes, 9 de febrero de 2026
6:00 PM
Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos compartir información sobre las instalaciones del distrito, necesidades futuras y responder preguntas de la comunidad durante el foro.
Gracias por su continuo apoyo a Hope Public Schools.
Dr. Crossley has shared an important weather update with our Hope Public Schools community.
Please take a moment to read his full letter below regarding school closures, safety conditions, and instructional time.
Thank you for your continued patience and support.
El Dr. Crossley ha compartido una importante actualización sobre el clima con nuestra comunidad de Hope Public Schools.
Por favor, tómese un momento para leer su carta completa a continuación sobre cierres escolares, condiciones de seguridad y tiempo de instrucción.
Gracias por su paciencia y apoyo continuo.
Due to continued winter weather and unsafe road conditions, Hope Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
District teams are actively clearing ice from campus bus circles and car lines; however, many side roads remain unsafe, and there is still a thick layer of ice on several main roads. Once temperatures drop, these areas are expected to refreeze, creating additional safety concerns for buses, student drivers, families, and staff.
We will continue monitoring conditions for Friday, January 30, and will keep everyone informed across all platforms.
We encourage families to stay safe and limit travel when possible.
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ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA — NO HAY CLASES EL JUEVES 29 DE ENERO DE 2026
Debido al clima invernal continuo y condiciones peligrosas en las carreteras, Hope Public Schools estará cerrado el jueves 29 de enero de 2026.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y comunidad es nuestra máxima prioridad.
Nuestros equipos están retirando hielo de las áreas de autobuses y filas de autos en los campus; sin embargo, muchas calles secundarias siguen siendo inseguras, y varias carreteras principales aún tienen capas gruesas de hielo que podrían volver a congelarse cuando bajen las temperaturas.
Seguiremos monitoreando las condiciones para el viernes 30 de enero y mantendremos informadas a las familias en todas las plataformas.
Les pedimos que se mantengan seguros y limiten los viajes si es posible.
Soccer Media Day Update
The Soccer Media Day scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed.
We will share the new date and time as soon as it’s confirmed. Thank you for your flexibility, and we appreciate everyone’s patience.
More details coming soon.
Actualización del Día de Medios de Fútbol
El Día de Medios de Fútbol programado para mañana ha sido pospuesto.
Compartiremos la nueva fecha y hora tan pronto como se confirmen. Gracias por su flexibilidad y agradecemos su paciencia.
Más detalles próximamente.
WEATHER UPDATE — NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, January 28, 2026
Due to continued hazardous winter conditions, including ice and freezing temperatures, and with roadways still frozen in many areas, Hope Public Schools will remain closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Road conditions and low temperatures continue to impact safe travel. The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
We will continue monitoring conditions and will provide updates regarding Thursday, January 29, through these same communication channels.
Please stay safe, limit travel when possible, and take precautions during freezing conditions.
Thank you for your patience and support.
ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA — NO HAY CLASES EL MIÉRCOLES 28 DE ENERO DE 2026
Debido a condiciones invernales peligrosas continuas, incluyendo hielo y temperaturas bajo cero, y con muchas carreteras aún congeladas, Hope Public Schools permanecerá cerrado el miércoles 28 de enero de 2026.
Las condiciones de las carreteras y las bajas temperaturas continúan afectando los viajes seguros. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y comunidad sigue siendo nuestra prioridad.
Seguiremos monitoreando las condiciones y compartiremos actualizaciones sobre el jueves 29 de enero por estos mismos canales.
Por favor manténganse seguros, limiten los viajes si es posible y tomen precauciones durante las temperaturas bajo cero.
Before any local decision is made, the first step is simple: make sure you’re registered to vote. If you’re not registered by the deadline, you may not be able to participate.
Being registered ensures you receive accurate information about voting dates, early voting opportunities, and polling locations. It’s the first step in staying informed and engaged in the issues that shape our local schools.
Check your voter registration status (takes 1–2 minutes):
Check online (fastest):
https://www.voterview.ar-nova.org/VoterView
(Confirm your registration, address, and polling location.)
Register or check in person:
Hempstead County Clerk’s Office
2 00 E. 3rd Street
Hope, AR 71801
Check by phone:
(870) 777-2241
Important dates (2026):
Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, February 2, 2026
Early Voting Begins: Monday, February 17, 2026
Election Day: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Once registered, community members will have the opportunity to participate in a Hope Public Schools millage election focused on addressing critical facility needs across the district — ensuring our children learn in warm, safe, and dry school buildings.
The proposal includes:
• School safety and security improvements
• Modernizing aging classrooms and learning spaces
• Addressing long-deferred facility repairs that impact daily instruction
Learn more about the millage:
https://www.hpsdistrict.org/millage
Hope Public Schools remains committed to providing clear, factual information so families and community members can stay informed and engaged.
WEATHER UPDATE — NO SCHOOL TUESDAY, January 27, 2026
Due to continued hazardous winter conditions, including ice and freezing temperatures, Hope Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Road conditions and low temperatures continue to impact safe travel. The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
We will continue monitoring conditions and will keep families informed through these same communication channels regarding our next instructional day.
Please stay safe, limit travel when possible, and take precautions during freezing conditions.
Thank you for your patience and support.
ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA — NO HAY CLASES EL MARTES 27 DE ENERO DE 2026
Debido a condiciones invernales peligrosas continuas, incluyendo hielo y temperaturas bajo cero, Hope Public Schools permanecerá cerrado el martes 27 de enero de 2026.
Las condiciones de las carreteras y las bajas temperaturas continúan afectando los viajes seguros. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y comunidad sigue siendo nuestra prioridad.
Seguiremos monitoreando las condiciones y mantendremos informadas a las familias por estos mismos canales sobre el próximo día de clases.
Por favor manténganse seguros, limiten los viajes si es posible y tomen precauciones durante las temperaturas bajo cero.
Out of an abundance of caution due to ongoing winter weather conditions, including the possibility of ice, snow, rain, and freezing temperatures, Hope Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.
The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
We will continue monitoring weather conditions for Tuesday, January 27, and will keep everyone informed through these same communication channels.
Please note: University of Arkansas Hope–Texarkana will also be closed on Monday, January 26, impacting students who attend Hope Collegiate Academy.
We encourage all families to stay safe, limit travel when possible, and prepare for changing weather conditions.
Thank you for your continued support as we care for our students and community.
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ESPAÑOL
ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA — NO HAY CLASES EL LUNES 26 DE ENERO DE 2026
Por precaución, debido a las condiciones invernales actuales—incluyendo la posibilidad de hielo, nieve, lluvia y temperaturas bajo cero—Hope Public Schools estará cerrado el lunes 26 de enero de 2026.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y comunidad es nuestra máxima prioridad.
Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones del clima para el martes 27 de enero y mantendremos informadas a las familias por estos mismos canales.
Tenga en cuenta: University of Arkansas Hope–Texarkana también estará cerrada el lunes 26 de enero, lo cual afecta a los estudiantes que asisten a Hope Collegiate Academy.
Les pedimos que se mantengan seguros, limiten los viajes si es posible y se preparen para cambios en el clima.
Gracias por su apoyo continuo.
Before any local decision is made, the first step is simple: make sure you’re registered to vote. If you’re not registered by the deadline, you may not be able to participate.
Being registered ensures you receive accurate information about voting dates, early voting opportunities, and polling locations. It’s the first step in staying informed and engaged in the issues that shape our local schools.
Check your voter registration status (takes 1–2 minutes):
Check online (fastest):
https://www.voterview.ar-nova.org/VoterView
(Confirm your registration, address, and polling location.)
Register or check in person:
Hempstead County Clerk’s Office
2 00 E. 3rd Street
Hope, AR 71801
Check by phone:
(870) 777-2241
Important dates (2026):
Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, February 2, 2026
Early Voting Begins: Monday, February 17, 2026
Election Day: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Once registered, community members will have the opportunity to participate in a Hope Public Schools millage election focused on addressing critical facility needs across the district — ensuring our children learn in warm, safe, and dry school buildings.
The proposal includes:
• School safety and security improvements
• Modernizing aging classrooms and learning spaces
• Addressing long-deferred facility repairs that impact daily instruction
Learn more about the millage:
https://www.hpsdistrict.org/millage
Hope Public Schools remains committed to providing clear, factual information so families and community members can stay informed and engaged.
Hope Bobcat Soccer is gearing up for the season, and it’s time to capture the energy, the unity, and the pride!
Soccer Media Day is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
✅ Boys and Girls Soccer
This is our official media day where we’ll take team photos, individual shots, and content for the upcoming season.
📍 Location: Hope High School
⏱️ Start time: 3:00 p.m.
Let’s show up ready — locked in, proud, and ready for a great season. 🐾🔥
#HopeBobcats #BobcatSoccer #MediaDay #HPSDistrict
Hope Public Schools tendrá salida temprana mañana (viernes 23 de enero) por precaución debido a condiciones invernales, incluyendo la posibilidad de hielo, nieve, lluvia y temperaturas bajo cero.
Horarios de salida:
Clinton Primary: 1:00 p.m.
Todas las demás escuelas / Distrito de Hope Public Schools: 1:20 p.m.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias es siempre nuestra mayor prioridad. Esta salida temprana permite que nuestros autobuses, estudiantes que manejan, familias y personal puedan viajar antes de que las condiciones empeoren, y también apoya la seguridad de otras personas en nuestra comunidad debido a posibles cambios en las condiciones de las calles.
Les pedimos a todas las familias que tomen precauciones, viajen con cuidado y se preparen para cambios en el clima durante el fin de semana.
También estaremos monitoreando las condiciones del clima el domingo y durante la madrugada del lunes, y compartiremos actualizaciones sobre si habrá clases el lunes por estos mismos canales de comunicación.
Gracias por su apoyo mientras tomamos medidas para cuidar a nuestros estudiantes, nuestro personal y nuestra comunidad.
Hope Public Schools will have an early release tomorrow (Friday, January 23) out of an abundance of caution due to winter weather conditions, including the possibility of ice, snow, rain, and freezing temperatures.
Release Times:
Clinton Primary: 1:00 p.m.
All other campuses / Hope Public Schools District: 1:20 p.m.
The safety of our students, staff, and families is always our top priority. This early release allows our buses, student drivers, families, and staff members to travel before conditions worsen, while also supporting the safety of others in our community who may be impacted by changing road conditions.
We encourage all families to use caution, travel safely, and prepare for changing weather this weekend.
We will also be monitoring weather conditions on Sunday, leading into Monday morning, and will update everyone through these same communication channels regarding school on Monday.
Thank you for your support as we take steps to care for our students, our staff, and our community.
The contract period is March 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
Services include weekly mowing and trimming during the growing season, weed control, debris removal, and maintaining district grounds to professional school standards. Proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance is required.
Proposal Submission Location:
Hope Public Schools Administration Building
117 East 2nd Street, Hope, AR 71801
Proposal Deadline:
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Questions may be directed to Steven Bateman, Maintenance Supervisor, 870-703-7337.
Hope Public Schools reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
Clickable RFP Link Section:
📎 Click here to download the full RFP specifications: https://5il.co/3thra
🏀 Varsity Games vs. De Queen
The Varsity games (Girls & Boys) originally scheduled for Friday, January 23 have been moved to tomorrow night.
🕕 Start Time: 6:00 p.m.
📍 Hope vs. De Queen
🚫 Jr. High Games Update
The Jr. High games scheduled for Saturday at Prescott have been canceled.
Thank you for helping us share this update and keep families informed.
—
Tony McClain
Communications & Public Relations Director
Hope Public Schools
Out of an abundance of caution due to weather conditions, Hope Public Schools is postponing the Athletic Hall of Fame celebration and ceremony.
✅ New Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
✅ Reception / Gathering: 1:00–3:00 PM (Hempstead Hall)
✅ Hall of Fame Game Ceremony: 6:00 PM
We sincerely apologize for the schedule change, but safety is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to honoring our inductees on February 6.
Basketball season is officially rolling, and our Bobcats are ready to compete! 🔥🐾
We’re proud of the work our student-athletes and coaches have put in—and we’re excited for another season of hard work, growth, and Bobcat pride.
📣 Families, staff, and community—come out and support!
There’s nothing like a home crowd bringing the energy.
Let’s have a great season, Bobcats! ❤️🖤
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatNation #HopeBasketball #GoBobcats
We are proud to recognize our Clinton Primary students for their hard work and achievement during the 2nd Nine Weeks! 💙📚✨
(Student first names only for privacy.)
⭐ 4th Grade Honorees
Jamie, Darius, Da’Niya, Ximena, Zhion, Dominic, AJ, Malea, Alashia, Vontae
Hank, Aurora, Kaleb, Ayden, Maleni, Kyngg, Kylar, A’Riah, Jolanis
Andres, Dylan, Lisa, Kiya, Kevin, Carlos, Delilah, Kennadi, Taylor, Zaylyn
Reign, Clyton, Noah, Jeremiah, Marley, Riley, Skylar, Alan, Z’aria
JaNiye, Justice, Aaron, Tinley, Davonna, Henrik, Khloe, Raelynn
Addilynn, Kylie, Kimberly, Aden, Amia
⭐ 3rd Grade Honorees
O’Ryan, Jocelyn, Javier, Trinity, Gage, Ellianna, Ember, Faith, Eli, Payton
Amir, Kai, Korrine, Jace, Carlee, Aaliyah, Elijah, Aydin, Genesis
Jeremiah, Nevaeh, Silas, Collin, Zy’Aire, Autumn, Bella, Natalie, Eian
Jaime, Serenity, Harley, Jade, Xavier, Elianna, Nyla, Mason, Kaitlyn
Brantley, Christian, Elliana, Nylah, Josiah, Bryson, Camden, Jazlyn
Malakhi, Myles, Kinsley
⭐ 2nd Grade Honorees
Zayd, Damoni, Harlie, Bradley, Easton, Lakelynn, Kayson, Legend, Zayden
Asher, Aziel, Jayson, Journee, Layla, Marcellus, Rylee, Zachary
Zaxton, Bentley, Carter, Cohen, Elijah, Jaxson, Karter, Kaiden
Kaleb, Kayson, Maddox, Michael, Noah, Owen, Ryder, Aaliyah
Amelia, Aria, Aubree, Avery, Brielle, Camila, Chloe
⭐ 1st Grade Honorees
Dallas, Emma, Evelyn, Harper, Isabella, Ivy, Khloe, Leilani, Lilly, Mia
Nora, Olivia, Paisley, Penelope, Raelynn, Riley, Scarlett, Sophia, Trinity
Violet, Willow, Zuri, Abriel, Amir, Ashton, Axton, Bentley, Braxton
Carter, Cayson, Collin, Cruz, Dawson, Easton, Eli, Elias, Ezra
Grayson, Hudson, Isaiah, Jace, Jackson, Jaxon, Jonah, Jordan, Josiah
Kayson, Kingston, Kyler, Landon, Liam, Lucas, Mason, Miles, Noah
Oliver, Parker, Ryder, Sebastian, Silas, Waylon, Wyatt, Zion, Zoey
Adalynn, Addison, Alyssa, Aubrey, Aurora, Avery, Blakely, Brooklyn
Charlotte, Eleanor, Emma, Everleigh, Harper, Hazel, Isabella, Ivy
Kinsley, Layla, Lillian, Lily, Luna, Madelyn, Mila, Natalie, Nevaeh
Nova, Olivia, Paisley, Penelope, Raelynn, Riley, Scarlett, Sophia, Stella
Trinity, Violet, Willow, Zuri, Jax, Jace, Jayden, Jaxon, Jeremiah
Jordan, Josiah, Julian, Karter, Kingston, Landon, Liam, Lucas
Mason, Miles, Noah, Oliver, Parker, Ryder, Sebastian, Silas
Waylon, Wyatt, Zion
💙 Way to go, Bobcats! Keep pushing, keep growing, and keep shining! 🌟🐾
#HopePublicSchools #ClintonPrimary #HonorRoll #BobcatPride #WeCelebrate #StudentSuccess
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