Hope High School

SENIOR BREAKFAST
Please join us as we kick off an exciting year with the Hope High School & Hope Collegiate Academy Class of 2027!

We’d love for our school administrators and School Board members
to join us for breakfast and help us celebrate our seniors as they begin their final year at Hope High School.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
8:30 a.m.
Hope High School Cafeteria

Come enjoy breakfast, visit with our seniors, and help us start their senior year off right!
We hope to see you there!
Hope High School Class & Hope Collegiate Academy of 2027

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE

Hope Public Schools will hold a Special Board Meeting today, Monday, August 3, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Hope Academy of Public Service campus.

The meeting is open to the public.

📢 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!

August 25 will be here before you know it! The 7th Annual Back to School Bash is a FREE community event for HPS families and the Hope community.



Come enjoy food, snow cones, games, student band and cheer showcases, vehicle displays, a photo/podcast station and more - all at Hempstead Hall from 4:30-6:30 p.m.



#BobcatPride #BackToSchoolBash

🛡️ 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

📣 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 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

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

📢 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!

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

🏈 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

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!

🏃‍♂️ 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

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.

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 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!

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.