REMINDER FOR TODAY: COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSES (THURSDAY)
Hosted by Hope Public Schools
Good morning, Hope!
Today is Open House day, and we invite our community to come tour our campuses, see current conditions firsthand, and learn how the proposed millage could help improve safety, building conditions, and learning environments for our students.
Thursday, February 5
9:00 AM – Clinton Primary School
12:00 PM – Beryl Henry Elementary
Come walk the halls. See the classrooms. Learn what’s possible for our students and schools.
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¡Hope — hoy es el día!
Acompáñenos a nuestras Jornadas de Puertas Abiertas comunitarias:
9:00 AM – Clinton Primary
12:00 PM – Beryl Henry Elementary
Venga a conocer nuestras escuelas y aprender cómo el millaje propuesto podría apoyar ambientes de aprendizaje más seguros.
🛡️ Enhancing Safety Across Hope Public Schools ❤️🖤
The safety of our students, staff, and visitors remains our highest priority. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing secure learning environments, Hope Public Schools is implementing the Raptor Visitor Management System at all district campuses.
Beginning this school year, all campus visitors will be asked to report to the main office and present a valid, government-issued photo ID before entering school facilities.
The Raptor system helps us:
✅ Screen visitors against national databases
✅ Better protect students, staff, and guests
✅ Ensure only authorized visitors have access to our campuses
✅ Maintain a safe and secure learning environment for everyone
This process is quick, simple, and is another step we're taking to strengthen campus safety across the district.
We appreciate your patience, understanding, and partnership as we continue working together to provide the safest possible environment for every Bobcat.
Thank you for helping us keep Hope Public Schools safe.
❤️🖤 Together, we're protecting what matters most—our students.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatNation #StudentSafety #SafeSchools #GoBobcats
The safety of our students, staff, and visitors remains our highest priority. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing secure learning environments, Hope Public Schools is implementing the Raptor Visitor Management System at all district campuses.
Beginning this school year, all campus visitors will be asked to report to the main office and present a valid, government-issued photo ID before entering school facilities.
The Raptor system helps us:
✅ Screen visitors against national databases
✅ Better protect students, staff, and guests
✅ Ensure only authorized visitors have access to our campuses
✅ Maintain a safe and secure learning environment for everyone
This process is quick, simple, and is another step we're taking to strengthen campus safety across the district.
We appreciate your patience, understanding, and partnership as we continue working together to provide the safest possible environment for every Bobcat.
Thank you for helping us keep Hope Public Schools safe.
❤️🖤 Together, we're protecting what matters most—our students.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatNation #StudentSafety #SafeSchools #GoBobcats
📣 Attention Hope High School Class of 2027! 🎓
It's almost time to kick off your senior year!
Join us for the Hope High School Senior Breakfast on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the HHS Cafeteria. All Hope High School Class of 2027 seniors and their parents are invited to attend.
Start your final year at HHS with:
🥞 A complimentary breakfast
☕ Coffee and juice
🧁 Muffins and sausage biscuits
🤝 Fellowship with classmates and families
📋 Important information to help you prepare for your senior year
This is a great opportunity to connect, hear important updates, and begin what promises to be an unforgettable year.
We can't wait to celebrate with the Class of 2027 as the countdown to graduation officially begins!
❤️🖤 Go Bobcats!
#HopePublicSchools #HopeHighSchool #ClassOf2027 #SeniorBreakfast #GoBobcats
It's almost time to kick off your senior year!
Join us for the Hope High School Senior Breakfast on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the HHS Cafeteria. All Hope High School Class of 2027 seniors and their parents are invited to attend.
Start your final year at HHS with:
🥞 A complimentary breakfast
☕ Coffee and juice
🧁 Muffins and sausage biscuits
🤝 Fellowship with classmates and families
📋 Important information to help you prepare for your senior year
This is a great opportunity to connect, hear important updates, and begin what promises to be an unforgettable year.
We can't wait to celebrate with the Class of 2027 as the countdown to graduation officially begins!
❤️🖤 Go Bobcats!
#HopePublicSchools #HopeHighSchool #ClassOf2027 #SeniorBreakfast #GoBobcats
🏫 It's Open House Day at Hope Public Schools! ❤️🖤
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back to campus!
Join us today from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at all Hope Public Schools campuses to:
📚 Meet your teachers
🏫 Visit classrooms
🎒 Learn about the upcoming school year
🤝 Connect with school staff
✨ Get ready for a great year ahead!
Whether you're a returning Bobcat or joining us for the first time, we're excited to see you and help you start the school year strong.
We'll see you this afternoon!
❤️🖤 Go Bobcats!
#HopePublicSchools #OpenHouse #BobcatNation #BackToSchool #GoBobcats
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back to campus!
Join us today from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at all Hope Public Schools campuses to:
📚 Meet your teachers
🏫 Visit classrooms
🎒 Learn about the upcoming school year
🤝 Connect with school staff
✨ Get ready for a great year ahead!
Whether you're a returning Bobcat or joining us for the first time, we're excited to see you and help you start the school year strong.
We'll see you this afternoon!
❤️🖤 Go Bobcats!
#HopePublicSchools #OpenHouse #BobcatNation #BackToSchool #GoBobcats
Congratulations to Jocelyn Balagot of Yerger Middle School on being selected as an Arkansas Teacher of the Year Top 15 Finalist! Join Hope Public Schools in celebrating this outstanding recognition.
School starts with a celebration at Hope Public Schools! Join us for the 7th Annual Back to School Bash on Tuesday, August 25, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Hempstead Hall.
Everything is FREE - food, snow cones, drinks, games and family fun. Mark your calendar and invite somebody!
#HopePublicSchools #BackToSchoolBash
Everything is FREE - food, snow cones, drinks, games and family fun. Mark your calendar and invite somebody!
#HopePublicSchools #BackToSchoolBash
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.
🏃♂️ 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 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.
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
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.
🚌 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.
