Hope Public Schools

AR Teachers for National Board Certification and National Board of Professional Teaching Standards celebrated HPS Kathy Knight and Mandy Townsend's National Board Certification on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the AR National Board Jamboree at UALR in Little Rock! Michelle Accardi, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships for the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards was on hand with the ATNBC Board Members to recognize Ms. Knight and Ms. Townsend's achievements. #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

Regular Board Meeting Agenda Hope Public Schools High School 1700 South Main Hope, AR 71801 Tuesday, September 17, 2024 05:30 PM (1) Call to Order (2) Consent Agenda (2.a) Approval of Minutes (2.b) Approval of Expenditures (2.b.1) Budget Approval (2.c) Superintendent's Report (3) Unfinished Business (4) New Business (4.a) Agri FFA Trip Approval (4.b) Kinco Construction Management Updates on Agri Building (4.c) Kinco Yerger Gym Project Agreement (4.d) School Vehicle Bids (5) Other (5.a) Student Hearing (5.b) School Board Zoning Election Update (5.c) SPED Update (5.d) ARP ESSER Update (6) Personnel (6.a) September Personnel Packet (7) Adjournment

Hope Public Schools is excited to begin a new partnership with Arkansas Rehabilitation Services to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services to a select group of students at Hope High School. To take advantage of this opportunity, students must be in grades 10-12 and identified as a student with special needs or a 504 student. The Work-Based Learning Opportunities Leading to Future Employment (WOLF) will allow students to earn minimum wage while receiving hands-on learning opportunities and skills based training. Students will experience real-world employment tasks and situational learning opportunities. Our WOLF program will be held in conjunction with our already established Bobcats that Work Program. Mr. John Byers from Arkansas Rehabilitation Services will be at Hope High School on September 13, 2024 and September 17, 2024 from 9:00-2:00 to assist parents with the application process and to answer any questions regarding current and future benefits. Please sign the attached document indicating your level of interest in this program. Please respond by September 20, 2024. Thank you.

There will be a Patriot Day ceremony at the flagpole at Hope High School at 12pm today, September 11. The public is invited.

Clinton Primary School was blessed with a generous donation of food and clothing from a benefactor who chooses to remain anonymous. We at CPS want to thank them for their generosity to our students! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture Thanks to Gina Karber for the info & picture!

The Lonoke Baptist Church, led by Pastor Alvin Hunter, made a very generous donation of food and clothing to the CPS Food Pantry & Clothing Closet. We at CPS are very grateful for their generosity for the past 5 years in supporting our mission to provide for our students in need. Pictured in the photo representing the Lonoke Baptist Church: Michael Bradley, Norma Henry, Nancy Kemp, Odell Gulley and Arnell Stuart. Thanks to Gina Karber for the pic and info! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

The Bobcats suffered a tough loss against Nashville after the weather delay. The boys showed heart, though! Here is a rundown of the stats from the game: Aiden Collums-Dean have 5 completions on 8 passes for 46 yards passing. He had 1 interception and 1 Fumble. Amarii Scott took 10 carries for 28 yards. He also had 4 tackles and had 1 Fumble Recovery for a 65 yard touchdown. Noah Cheatham had 2 catches for 35 yards, 4 tackles and an interception. Land Westmoreland had 3 tackles with 1 Forced Fumble and Zyun Brown had 7 tackles on the day. The Bobcats are home again this week against Ashdown. Game starts at 7:30pm in Hammons Stadium. LETS GO BOBCATS!! 🏈🏟️📣

BOBCATS TENNIS RESULTS: Girls Singles swept Fountain Lake as Monica Bobo won 8-0, Lydia Bobo won 8-5, and Madison Phillips won 8-6. The Girls Doubles also dominated as Kennedy Phillips and Madison Phillips won 8-3, Mykah Bradley and Katie-ella webster won 8-0, and Jamie Young and Grace Easterling won 8-4! The boys had mixed results. In Boys Singles, Erick Salazar lost 5-8, James Artis Lost 0-8, Riley Bramlett lost 2-8, and Davis Johnson won 8-0. In Boys Doubles, Riley Bramlett and Davis Johnson lost 5-8, Jaden Rivera and Kylen Bittle lost 1-8, and Erick Salazar and James Artis won 8-3. 🎾👟 #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

During Mrs. Stevenson's Social Studies unit on archaeology at BHE, students engaged in a hands-on STEAM activity that brought the past to life. Acting as "archaeologists," the students participated in a simulated dig where they excavated buried artifacts. Using a small shovel, a spoon, they carefully unearthed the hidden artifacts from rice-filled containers, replicating real archaeological digs. They discussed their findings and analyzed the artifacts. This activity seamlessly integrated STEAM concepts like precision, scientific observation, and problem-solving. By digging for artifacts, students gained a deeper understanding of how archaeologists work and the importance of artifacts in uncovering the stories of the past. Thanks to Allison Rowe for the photos and info! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

The Cross Country teams competed at OBU in the Bob Gravett Invitational. We had 13 athletes that set a PR. There was some great competition at this meet. Our Sr. Boys finished 6th out of 12 teams. The Sr. Girls finished 5th out of 11 teams. Top performers for the Sr. Boys 5k: Brian Jimenez - 18:09 PR Aniell Felipe - 18:12 PR Kevin Lozano - 19:28 PR David Ruiz - 19:40 PR Fabian Aguilar 20:06 PR Top performers for Sr. Girls 5K: Brianna Maclaughlin - 23:02 Esmeralda Leon - 23:12 PR Crystal Ortiz - 24:53 PR Ari Juanes - 25:02 PR Sophia Johnson - 26:20 Top performers for Jr. High Boys: Elliot Vazquez Alan Basilio Jonathon Aguilar Christoper Bello Eduardo Leyva Top performers for Jr. High Girls: Jeizlyn Barrios Lucero Arroyo Emily Castrejon

Join us in congratulating the 2024 Hope Public Schools Educator Hall of Fame inductees! In alphabetical order: Glenda Clark, Robert Hesse, Darryl Muldrew, Alma Phillips, and Pal Whitmarsh. Join us on Friday, October 18, 2024, for the induction ceremony at 2pm at the Bank of Tom Bean (on Hervey Street) and the on-field presentation before the Bobcats football game that night starting at 6:20pm. We'll share more information as the ceremony dates get closer, so MARK YOUR CALENDARS! CONGRATULATIONS to these former Bobcats educators!!

The Bobcats football game versus Nashville has been rescheduled for tomorrow (Saturday, September 7) at 3pm at Hammons Stadium. See you there!

Bobcats football before the lightning delay!! 🏈🌩️⛈️

Get your 2024 Homecoming T-Shirt ordered today! This year's theme is TANGLED IN MEMORIES and the design features a tower with long hair coming from the window, the sun and light boxes on the back. On the front, the sun icon with stylized "Hope High School Bobcats" surrounding it! HHS Student Council appreciates your continued support! Use the attached form to place your order and return it to the Hope High School main office. DEADLINE IS SEPT 18! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

BOBCATS TENNIS RESULTS! September 5, 2024, versus Mena. In Girls Singles, Monica Bobo won 6-0, and Lydia Bobo won 6-0! In Boys Singles , Bobcats split matches as Erick Salazar won 6-4, James Artis lost 4-6 and Davis Johnson won boys singles 6-2. In Girls Doubles action, Kennedy Phillips and Madison Phillips won 6-2 & Mykah Bradley and Katie-Ella Webster won 6-2! Boys Doubles also took in a victory as Riley Bramlett and Davis Johnson Won 6-2! Next Match will be at Fountain Lake on 9-9-24. #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

On September 4, counselors attended the ArkACRAO Articulation Workshop at Southern Arkansas University. Doni Watson, Delma Stewart, and Rachel Holt gathered information from many Arkansas colleges about their new degrees, new facilities, and upcoming opportunities for their students. They also took time to check on our Hope High School alumni! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture

In Ms. Anna's Business class at Beryl Henry Elementary, we have been working on the importance of introductions and how you only get one first impression with someone. Each student created a business card for themselves and Mr. Jones. The students applied what they learned by introducing themselves to individuals on our campus. If you see them around, test out their knowledge on a professional introduction by introducing yourself to them!

Starting TODAY, September 5, the Clinton Primary Parent Center will be open every Thursday from 4-6pm. Come by for resources, information, and more to help your child!

Denny's Place, the school garden at HAPS, is flourishing!! HAPS students Valeria Castillo, Litzy Leyva, Angelique Marrufo, Jamie Prado, and Wendy Toledano entered vegetables from the garden into the Hempstead County Fair. The students won a total of 13 ribbons: five first-place, four second-place, and three third-place. Green beans from the garden won the best-of-show ribbon. We thank Mrs.Mona Still, our community partner, and Mrs. Mayra Garcia, our outdoor club sponsor for the 24-25 school year. 🥬🥦🫛 #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture Thanks to Kayla White for the photos and info!

In 2024, Hope High School graduated the *MOST* high school students with Associate's Degrees in the state of Arkansas! 23 students who graduated Hope High with their high school diplomas also walked into their futures holding an Associate's Degree from the University of Arkansas-Hope. The next closest school was Texarkana with 16 grads. No other school in the state comes close to what our students have accomplished! 🎓 🎉🎓🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, BOBCATS!! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture