This is what school should feel like.
Not just classes—but real experiences.
At Hope Public Schools, students are:
🤖 Building and competing in robotics
🎨 Creating through fine arts and performance
🎮 Competing in esports
⚙️ Learning real-world skills through hands-on programs
🎥 Telling stories through student media and internships
You’re not just sitting in a classroom—you’re doing something with your time.
You’re finding your people.
You’re building your confidence.
You’re creating your path.
This is the energy.
This is the experience.
Come be part of it.
🗓 School Choice Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
#BobcatPride #WeCreate #ChooseHope
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.
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.
Three of our campuses — Clinton Primary, Beryl Henry Elementary, and Yerger Middle School — have been recognized as Capturing Kids’ Hearts Rising Star Schools.
Because of this achievement, Hope Public Schools has also been named a Capturing Kids’ Hearts Rising Star District.
This recognition honors schools in their first year of implementation that are building strong, relationship-driven cultures focused on emotional safety, connection, and student success. Through intentional practices like daily greetings, relationship-building, and positive classroom environments, these campuses are creating spaces where students feel supported and ready to learn.
“My goal for HPS with Capturing Kids’ Hearts has always been rooted in relationships — building, creating, and sustaining relationships that go beyond teaching and learning and truly get to the core of student success — academically, avocationally, behaviorally, and vocationally,” said Dr. Carol Duke, Director of Magnet Programs.
“The fact that, in this first year of implementation, these campuses have impacted their culture with the simple actions that CKH aspires to become daily practices proves the committed nature that all adults have regarding our students and their futures. For many of our students, the adults they interact with daily are critical to their well-being, and CKH has helped us all hone the skills to support creative learning environments where students feel safe, valued, and connected to each other, the adults, and the world in which they learn daily.”
This is a reflection of the work happening across our district. We are building something meaningful together.
The work does not stop here. This is the foundation. Our next goal is clear: becoming a Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase District.
We celebrate this moment, and we continue moving forward.
#HopePublicSchools #WeCelebrate #WeAlign #CapturingKidsHearts #HopeForward
🏥 Free Athletic Physicals Begin Tomorrow
Hope Public Schools families,
The Bobcat Clinic will begin offering free athletic physicals starting tomorrow.
To be scheduled, all required paperwork must be completed and turned in to either:
Your campus coach, or
The campus nurse’s office
Once paperwork is received, students will be scheduled for their physical.
This is a great opportunity to ensure your student-athlete is ready for the upcoming season.
For questions, please contact your campus or the Bobcat Clinic.
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🏥 Exámenes físicos deportivos gratuitos comienzan mañana
Familias de Hope Public Schools,
La Clínica Bobcat comenzará a ofrecer exámenes físicos deportivos gratuitos a partir de mañana.
Para ser programados, todos los formularios requeridos deben completarse y entregarse a:
Su entrenador, o
La oficina de la enfermera de la escuela
Una vez recibidos los documentos, los estudiantes serán programados para su examen físico.
Esta es una excelente oportunidad para asegurar que su estudiante-atleta esté listo para la próxima temporada.
Para preguntas, comuníquese con su escuela o con la Clínica Bobcat.
Hope High School student Jair Arroyo has been selected as the Arkansas recipient of the Billy Michal Student Leadership Award, a national honor presented by the National Association of Student Councils.
This award recognizes one student per state who demonstrates excellence in leadership, service, character, and citizenship — and Jair is now representing not only our district, but the entire state of Arkansas.
Out of students across the country, Jair has been recognized as one of the top student leaders and will travel to New Orleans this June to be honored alongside other recipients from across the nation.
This is a powerful reflection of who Jair is and what he represents — hard work, integrity, and leadership in action.
We are extremely proud of you, Jair. You are representing Hope the right way.
#HopePublicSchools #WeCelebrate #StudentLeadership #BobcatPride
Photo Credit: Digital Cinema Student
We remain committed to transparency, progress, and putting students first as we continue the work of moving Hope Public Schools forward.
Stay connected. Stay informed.
You don’t have to wait until high school to get ahead.
And you don’t have to wait until college to start your future.
At Hope Public Schools, students are already accelerating.
Right now:
📚 Middle school students are taking high school-level classes
➗ 50 students are taking Algebra I in the 8th grade
🎯 Multiple courses allow students to earn high school credit early
And it doesn’t stop there.
🎓 100 students are enrolled in Hope Collegiate Academy
— gaining access to college-level opportunities while still in high school
This means students can:
• Get ahead academically
• Build confidence early
• Save time and money on their future
While other students are waiting—
Hope students are already moving.
And they’re doing it while still being involved, active, and connected.
This is what it looks like to start early and stay ahead.
School Choice for the 2026–2027 school year is OPEN.
🗓 Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
📍 Choose Hope Public Schools
#HopePublicSchools #ChooseHope #FutureReady #BobcatPride #WeEmpower
Testing Schedule:
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 – Writing
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – Reading
Thursday, April 23, 2026 – Math (Algebra & Geometry)
Friday, April 24, 2026 – Biology
Start Time:
Testing will begin promptly at 8:05 a.m. each day.
Test Locations:
Final rosters and room assignments will be posted by Friday, April 17, 2026 in the cafeteria hallway. Teachers will also share this information with students.
Materials:
All testing materials will be provided by the school.
Prohibited Items:
Cell phones, earbuds, and smartwatches are strictly prohibited in testing rooms.
Dress Code:
Students must follow the Hope High School dress code.
Participation:
All students are required to complete their assigned tests.
Incentives:
Students who complete all testing will receive an incentive sponsored by Magnet. Students who score a Level 3 or Level 4 will receive a special surprise and recognition for their achievement.
We encourage all students to get plenty of rest, arrive on time, and do their very best.
Four talented students from Hope High School recently competed at the Arkansas Elite Welding Academy in Quitman, Arkansas, where they took on the challenge of vertical pipe welding and represented Hope in a strong way.
👏 Students competing:
Jaelyn
Za’Koryeon
Brayden
Landen
We are proud to share that Jaelyn earned a Jackson Welding Hood for his performance—an outstanding achievement.
This is what Hope for the Future looks like—students building real skills, gaining hands-on experience, and preparing for success beyond the classroom.
Keep up the great work, Bobcats. 🐾
#HopeHighSchool #HopeForTheFuture #CTE #Welding #BobcatPride #WeCreate #WeEmpower
Where you go to school matters.
Not just for what you learn—
but for how you feel when you’re there.
At Hope Public Schools, students aren’t just part of a system—they’re part of something real.
Students are:
🤝 Building friendships that last
🎯 Finding their place through clubs, programs, and teams
🎤 Getting involved in activities that match their interests
🚀 Growing into leaders inside and outside the classroom
From classrooms to competitions to campus events—
students are connected, involved, and supported.
Because when students feel like they belong,
they do their best work.
And that’s what matters.
Come find your place at Hope Public Schools.
🗓 School Choice Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
#BobcatPride #WeEmbrace #ChooseHope
Not every student learns the same.
And not every future looks the same.
At Hope Public Schools, students don’t just prepare for tests—they prepare for life.
Right now:
⚙️ 84 students are actively learning hands-on skills through our Secondary Career Center
🔧 Nearly 40% of our students graduate with a skilled trade certification
📈 Our district ranks among the Top 10 in Arkansas for success-ready outcomes
This means students are graduating with more than a diploma—they’re leaving with real experience and real options.
Through Career & Technical Education programs, students are:
• Learning trades and technical skills
• Gaining hands-on experience in real-world environments
• Building confidence in what they can do after graduation
And the best part—
they don’t have to wait until after high school to start.
They’re doing it now.
Some students will go to college.
Some will go straight into a career.
Some will do both.
At Hope Public Schools, we make sure every student has a path forward.
More opportunities.
More direction.
More ways to succeed.
School Choice for the 2026–2027 school year is OPEN.
🗓 Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
📍 Choose Hope Public Schools
#HopePublicSchools #ChooseHope #CTE #BobcatPride #WeEmpower
This isn’t potential.
This is already happening.
At Hope Public Schools, students are:
📈 Graduating at a 95% rate
🔧 Earning industry certifications before they leave
🌎 Becoming bilingual with the Seal of Biliteracy program
🏆 Competing and succeeding across academics, arts, and athletics
And it’s not slowing down.
Programs are growing.
Opportunities are expanding.
Students are stepping up as leaders.
There’s momentum here—and it’s real.
If you’re ready for more than just school…
this is your move.
🗓 Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
Choose Hope Public Schools.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride #WeInform #ChooseHope
The 66th Annual Hope FFA Rodeo is coming to Hope Fair Park Coliseum April 16–18, 2026 at 7:00 PM each night.
Get ready for three nights of high-energy action featuring:
• Bull Riding
• Bareback Riding
• Breakaway Roping
• Mutton Bustin’
• Barrel Racing
• Pole Bending
• Chute Dogging
• Wild Steer Tagging
Tickets are just $5, and all proceeds support the Hope FFA and its students.
Bring your family, bring your friends, and come be part of a Hope tradition.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride
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La tradición continúa.
El 66º Rodeo Anual de Hope FFA llega al Hope Fair Park Coliseum del 16 al 18 de abril de 2026 a las 7:00 PM cada noche.
Prepárate para tres noches de acción con:
• Monta de toros
• Monta a pelo
• Breakaway roping
• Mutton bustin’
• Carrera de barriles
• Carrera de postes
• Chute dogging
• Marcado de novillos
Los boletos cuestan solo $5 y todos los ingresos apoyan a Hope FFA y a sus estudiantes.
Trae a tu familia, invita a tus amigos y sé parte de esta tradición en Hope.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride
It starts right here.
At Hope Public Schools, students aren’t waiting to get ahead—they’re already doing it.
Right now across our district:
🎓 100 students are enrolled in Hope Collegiate Academy, earning college-level opportunities while still in high school
⚙️ 84 students are actively learning hands-on skills through our Secondary Career Center
📈 95% of our students are graduating
🔧 Nearly 40% of students are leaving with a skilled trade certification
🏆 Our district ranks among the Top 10 in Arkansas for success-ready outcomes
And it starts earlier than you think.
At Yerger Middle School:
📚 Students are taking high school classes
➗ 50 students are already taking Algebra I in the 8th grade
🎯 Multiple courses allow students to earn high school credit before they even reach high school
This means:
You don’t have to wait to figure out your future.
You can start building it now.
And beyond the classroom, students are leading, creating, and competing:
🤖 Robotics programs from elementary through high school
🎮 Esports, internships, and work-based learning opportunities
🎤 Student-led media, sports medicine, and leadership programs
This is what it looks like when a school district is moving forward.
More opportunities.
Earlier access.
Real outcomes.
School Choice for the 2026–2027 school year is OPEN.
🗓 Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
📍 Choose Hope Public Schools
#HopePublicSchools #ChooseHope #BobcatPride #WeEmpower #HopeForward
All competitive teams earned medals, showcasing their hard work, dedication, and talent:
🥈 Hope Indoor Percussion – Silver Medal
🥇 Hope Cadet Winter Guard – Gold Medal
🥉 Hope Varsity Winter Guard – Bronze Medal
These accomplishments reflect the commitment of our students and the strength of our fine arts programs. We encourage our community to join us in congratulating these performers for representing Hope Public Schools with excellence.
Be sure to view the photos from the awards ceremony as we celebrate this achievement together.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride #WeCelebrate
After setting ambitious goals for the 2025–2026 season, our robotics team delivered in a big way—competing across Arkansas and beyond while earning multiple awards and top finishes.
In the BEST Robotics Competition in Pine Bluff, the BotCats brought home:
• 1st Place – Marketing
• 2nd Place – Engineering Notebook
• 2nd Place – Robot Performance
• 3rd Place – Exhibit & Interview
• 2nd Place Overall in the State
That performance advanced them to the BEST Southeast Regional Competition in Huntsville, Alabama, where they proudly represented Hope on a larger stage.
The momentum continued this spring at the FIRST Robotics Competition in Searcy, where the BotCats competed against top teams across the region. After qualifying rounds, their alliance fought through the bracket and finished 1st overall in the finals.
From problem-solving to teamwork, these students are gaining real-world skills that go far beyond the classroom.
This is innovation. This is collaboration. This is Bobcat Pride.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride #WeCreate
This is what learning looks like—problem-solving, adapting, and rising to the moment.
We are proud of the effort, collaboration, and commitment to growth shown throughout this process. This is Bobcat Pride in action.
#HopePublicSchools #BobcatPride #WeEmpower
Clinton Primary School (CPS): 1:00 PM
All other campuses: 1:20 PM
Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place the same day from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
We encourage all families to attend and connect with teachers about student progress.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students.
The Bobcat Clinic will be offering extended hours for physical health services through Thursday, March 19, 2026, staying open until 6:30 PM.
Call (870) 722-2733, option 2 to schedule your appointment.