Congratulations to HAPS!! Today, at a ceremony held at Southern Arkansas University, the Hope Academy of Public Service received an excellence award from the SAU-based Education Renewal Zone for earning a "B" rating on the state report card! The award was presented by ERZ Director Dr. Roger Guevara and Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative Director Phoebe Bailey. In attendance to accept the award were HAPS Principal Marilyn Marks, HAPS Instructional Facilitator Cari Winemiller, and School Improvement Coordinator Carla Narlesky.
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We had 6 8th graders from Yerger put forth a valiant effort at Southern District LDE at SAU Magnolia. Teacher Mr. McCrary says, "I am very proud of these young men!"
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On Tuesday, February 27, Clinton Primary and the Magnet Program held Family Bingo Night! Students and parents had fun playing BINGO and winning some VERY cool prizes while enjoying snacks! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
The Bobcats and Ladycats soccer teams fought hard against Lake Hamilton. They may not have pulled out the victory, but we had some great goal scorers! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Note: We had previously reported "Fountain Lake." We apologize for the error.
The Hope FFA showed appreciation today to our HHS Staff and the Hope police station. Picture with Principal Dunham is Lydia Martin, Hope FFA Treasurer, (Left) and Jaylein Valdez, Hope FFA Vice President (right). Pictured with Officer Halliday is Dakota Pioterek, Hope FFA Sentinel.
Ashley Rodden says, "Hope FFA appreciates the continuous support from all of the HHS staff. We also are thankful for our Law Enforcement in our community. We wanted to give a little token of our appreciation."
A special called board meeting will take place at 1pm on Thursday, February 29, in the Boardroom at the Administration Building. The public is invited to attend.
The only item on the agenda is the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar. The board will take action.
Join the Ladycats Softball Team in honoring Jamie Godwin on Friday, March 1, during the softball game against Prescott. The game will be at the Ladycat Field in Hope and the game starts at 4:30pm.
NOTE: We had the wrong location shown in the Superintendent's Update video for this week (Feb 26). We apologize for any confusion.
GT students celebrate Black History month with research projects, music, poems and skits throughout the month of February! The activities were provided by Kenneth Stewart and Alvis Conway. Photos provided by Mr. Stewart.
Parents, Community Members, and Local Businesses:
Do you want to help support our robotic teams that qualified for the Arkansas State Championship? 🏆
We would love to have a sponsor for each team! Check out the graphic attached and contact Mr. Born (hosea.born@hpdistrict.org or 8702922182) if you are interested in helping our teams have a memorable experience. 🤖
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This semester, Yerger Middle School Math, Science, and English teachers scheduled practice assessment dates using the Atlas Classroom Toolbox to help students become familiar with the tests and increase their chances of success on the final assessments. The ATLAS Classroom Tool system is a content creation site educators can use to create their standard-aligned items and tests. The tests created in the ATLAS Classroom Tool can be administered online in the Test Administration Site or as paper test booklets.
Pictured: Mrs. Shelman's 7th Grade students taking their final Practice Atlas(Arkansas Teaching and Learning Assessment System) Writing Test before the actual assessment on March 7, 2024. Info/Pics provided by Ms Rhone!
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This past Saturday our Varsity Winter Guard traveled to Longview, Texas to compete in the NTCA Pine Tree Winter Guard Competition. They did so incredibly well and we could not be more proud of them! They took first place in their class!!!
Please make sure to congratulate them on their win! If you would like to come out and support not only our Varsity group but our Cadet group as well, their next competition will take place at Alma High School on March 9th! #TheSoundofHope #GOBOBCATS
The HopeBots have worked hard this year and improved their state rankings at their final regular tournament this weekend. "The Amigos" brought home the Teamwork Championship after working with a team from Bethel Middle School earning them a qualification.
Teams "Lil Rascals", "Lil Sunflowers", and "Toasters 2.0" improved their state rank to all be Top 25 earning them an invitation to the State Championship! "Ghostface" & "Pinkalicious" had previously qualified to State!
In all, SIX of our HopeBot teams will be traveling to Russellville on March 10th for the final competition in Arkansas and for their chance to qualify for the World Robotics Championship! We are so proud of ALL the competitors this year who gave it their best and represented Hope with pride. If you see them around congratulate them on their hard work! Thanks to Hosea Born for info and pics!
HopeBots - ROLL OUT!!
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Lil’Cats held their end-of-the-year award ceremony on Sunday, February 25.
Congratulations to all the players for a fantastic year!
Thank you, parents and coaches! Thanks to Kayla White for sharing!
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Don't forget to sign up Bobcats on Canvas this Thursday! Have fun painting with family and friends and taking home a piece of your bobcat pride! For free! Space is limited so please use the link to register today! Please reach out to Anna Gillingham at anna.gillingham@hpsdistrict.org with any questions! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bobcats-on-canvas-tickets-845983759197?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Show some love for your heart! Reduce the use of Alcohol, Tobacco, and other Drugs. We can't roll back time or change our family history, but we can reduce risk factors by exercising, managing blood pressure, and eating healthier.
Join Yerger Middle School as we recognize American Heart Month by wearing RED on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.
AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORING
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY: 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
START DATE: FEBRUARY 27, 2024
END DATE: APRIL 10, 2024
All Grades are Welcome!
Transportation & Snacks Provided
Sign up in your Math or English Classes!
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Former HAPS/Collegiate Academy students compete in Houston! Lyndsi Easterling shared this information and the photos - "Some Hope alumni are competing in Houston for Robotics World Champions for Arkansas tech! Collin Easterling, Hunter Mathis and Juan Leon all did Robotics at HAPS and graduated from Hope Collegiate Academy."
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Today YMS 7th graders went on a wonderful tour of Henderson State University! Here’s some pictures from their time there! Thanks to Anna Gillingham for the pics and information.
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The United States Marine Corps visited HHS during both lunch periods. In addition to having students participate in physical activities, such as chin-ups, the Marines talked with the students about the Corps, handed out flyers, and gave out prizes as well! Thanks to Yajahira Dominguez for providing photos and info.
New training for dyslexia therapist Karen Ivers and Tina Smith! It is called Turbo Start. We are excited to bring the new knowledge to Hope Public Schools. Info and Pictures provided by Karen Ivers.
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