All students are welcome to take part in our Decorate Your Own Pumpkin Contest! Start by completing a paper pumpkin—copies are available in Miss Shelman’s room 29. From the submissions, the top 20 will be chosen to receive a real pumpkin to decorate. These will be on display at the fall carnival, where everyone will get to vote. The top three winners will receive prizes. Our theme is Bobcats in Fall—show your bobcat pride with a fall twist!
about 1 month ago, Heather Shelman
pumpkin decorating contest
We’re excited to invite all students and their families to our Fall Carnival on Tuesday, October 21 from 5–7 PM at Yerger. Join us for an evening of games, crafts, activities, a glow dance room, and an outdoor movie. It will be a fun night for the whole family, and we hope to see you there!
about 1 month ago, Heather Shelman
Fall Carnival at Yerger
🏆 Bobcat Athletic Hall of Fame Returns! 🏆

Hope Public Schools is proud to announce the relaunch of the Athletic Hall of Fame, honoring the student-athletes, coaches, and contributors who have left their mark on Bobcat athletics. The last induction was held in 1992, and we are excited to bring this tradition back!

Minimum Qualifications for Nomination:

Student-Athletes: Must have been recognized as an All-State competitor during their time at Hope.

Coaches/Contributors: Considered for their impact and contributions to Bobcat athletics and student success.

This Hall of Fame recognizes all sports and activities—including football, basketball, soccer, baseball, band, cheer, and more.

👉 Nominations are now open! Submit your nomination using the Google Form here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfo0cathW-63FAqk7u7YhqTtUn3a9-bpbI2pBSCQG24X0-n0g/viewform?usp=header

Honorees will be recognized during a Hope High School basketball game this season at a special induction ceremony.

Help us celebrate the people who embody the heart and spirit of Bobcat pride! 🐾

#BobcatPride #HopeBobcats #HallOfFame
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
Athletic Hall of Fame
YMS family get ready to show some school spirit!! September 22-26 is spirit week in celebration of the 2025 HHS Homecoming. Let's have a little fun as we gear up to support the bobcats. #YMS #ALLIN #WEAREYERGER #YMSFAMILY
about 1 month ago, Mrs. Phillips
Yerger Middle School Spirit Week

🍕✨ Pizza Night = TSA Support! ✨🍕

Hope High TSA students are raising funds to compete at State (March 2025) & Nationals in D.C. (June 2025)!

👉 Get your $15 Bubba’s 33 Pizza Voucher: grouprai.se/bubbas3361638s

✅ Good at ANY Bubba’s 33 location
✅ Half the proceeds go to TSA students

🎯 Goal: $8,000 to cover travel, hotel & registration for 8 students.
🗓️ Campaign ends Saturday, November 1, 2025

Every slice helps our students reach the national stage—thank you for your support! ❤️

#hopehightechnologystudentassociation #groupraise #bubbas33 #pizzafundraiser #fundraising

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🍕 Pizza + Apoyo = ¡Ganar-Ganar! 🍕

Los estudiantes de Hope High TSA están recaudando fondos para mostrar sus habilidades técnicas en State (marzo de 2025) y Nationals en D.C. (Junio de 2025)!

👉 Consigue tu vale de pizza Bubba's 33 de 15 $ aquí: Haz tu pedido en línea

✅ Bueno en CUALQUIER ubicación de Bubba's 33

✅ 7,50 $ de cada cupón van a los estudiantes de la TSA

Por qué importa:

🎓 TSA desarrolla habilidades técnicas del mundo real a través de la competencia

🏆 El año pasado: Reconocimiento en diseño de moda y presentación preparada en Nationals

🚍 Objetivo: 8.000 $ para viajes, hotel e inscripción para 8 estudiantes

Cómo puedes ayudar:

🍕 Compra un vale y disfruta de buena comida

💳 Done directamente (designe "TSA" en la oficina de la escuela/distrito)

🗓️ La campaña termina el sábado 1 de noviembre de 2025

Cada rebanada nos acerca a los Nacionales, ¡gracias por apoyar a nuestros futuros líderes! ❤️

#Hopehightechnologystudentassociation #groupraise #bubbas33 #pizzafundraiser #fundraising

about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
Colorful fundraising flyer for Hope High School TSA Pizza Fundraiser. At the top, bold text reads ‘Pizza Time’ with a pizza graphic and the word ‘Sale’ repeated in a circle. A yellow burst says: ‘One Topping 12" Bubba’s 33 Pizza for just $15 🎉.’ A blue burst says: ‘Campaign ends on November 1, 2025.’ Bubba’s 33 logo is shown with local store listed as Texarkana, TX. Text explains: pre-order online, customize your pizza at any Bubba’s 33, and enjoy. On the right, a thermometer graphic shows a fundraising goal of $8,000, with the purpose: to provide 8 students the opportunity to compete at the TSA National Conference in Washington, D.C., June 22–28, 2025. A cartoon pizza slice character waves beside the thermometer. At the bottom, there’s a QR code, fundraising link, and hashtags. Text in a blue box highlights that TSA helps students pursue careers in technology and engineering, with opportunities to compete in over 50 competitions. A large group photo of TSA students is along the bottom. Logos for Hope High School and TSA are displayed.”
Just a quick look at Yerger students staying after school for our first day of clubs and skills class. Students are exploring different activities, building new skills, and finding ways to get involved outside the classroom. We’re excited to see how these opportunities help them grow and connect.
about 1 month ago, Heather Shelman
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Learning about Japanese culture
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Flu clinic for YMS will be October 1st Forms are due back on September 18th.
about 1 month ago, Kayla White
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A friendly reminder that today is the first day of after school clubs at Yerger Middle School. Clubs will be ending at 5:00 p.m.; please be prompt if your student is a car-rider.
about 1 month ago, YMS Magnet
It's progress report time! Yerger students will be receiving their progress reports today and bringing them home to you. Take time today to check in with your student and their grades. All progress reports need to be signed and returned to the school.
about 1 month ago, YMS Magnet
🌟 Honoring One of Our Own! 🌟

We are proud to celebrate former State Senator Linda Pondexter Chesterfield, a Hope, Arkansas native, who has been announced as part of the 2025 Arkansas Black Hall of Fame induction class.

Senator Chesterfield’s legacy is one of firsts — she was the first African-American graduate of Hendrix College and went on to serve with distinction in both the Arkansas House and Senate. She has been a fierce advocate for policies that will impact our state for generations to come.

She called this honor “a singular moment” in her career, and we couldn’t agree more. Congratulations, Senator Chesterfield — your hometown of Hope is proud! 💙🐾

#HopeAR #ArkansasBlackHallofFame #LindaChesterfield
about 1 month ago, Tony McClain
Senator Linda Pondexter Chesterfield
📢 School Closure Reminder Hope Public Schools will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, staff will participate in a Professional Development Day. No students will be on campus. Classes will resume on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend, and we’ll see our students back on Wednesday! 🐾 Spanish translation: 📢 Recordatorio de cierre escolar Las Escuelas Públicas de Hope estarán cerradas el lunes 1 de septiembre de 2025 en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo. El martes 2 de septiembre de 2025, el personal participará en un Día de Desarrollo Profesional. No habrá estudiantes en el campus. Las clases se reanudarán el miércoles 3 de septiembre de 2025. ¡Esperamos que todos disfruten el fin de semana largo y nos vemos de nuevo el miércoles! 🐾 #HopePublicSchools #WeInform
about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
A red background with a beige sticky note pinned at the top. The sticky note reads: “Holiday School CLOSURE. Reopen on: September 3, 2025.” At the top of the graphic is the Hope Public Schools “H” Bobcats logo in white.
Flashback fashion! Students and staff rocked 70s & 80s Day in true retro style.
about 2 months ago, Heather Shelman
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Today the roles were switched! Our students dressed like teachers, and our teachers dressed like students.
about 2 months ago, Heather Shelman
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📣 Hello, Bobcat Family! Due to today’s forecast, we’re moving ALL Back-to-School Bash activities indoors at Hempstead Hall.

✅ Provisions have been made so the fun continues.... rain or shine!

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate together! 🐾

about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
Back to school bash

🎉 It’s almost time for our 6th Annual Back to School Bash!
📅 Today
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hempstead Hall, Hope, AR

Join us for an evening of fun with Hope Public Schools programs, hot dogs, snow cones, inflatables, door prizes (for students), and more! A shuttle bus will be available.

👉 Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

🎉 ¡Ya casi es hora de nuestro 6.º Evento Anual de Regreso a Clases!
📅 hoy
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hempstead Hall, Hope, AR

Acompáñanos para una tarde de diversión con programas de las Escuelas Públicas de Hope, hot dogs, raspados de nieve, inflables, premios en la puerta (para estudiantes) ¡y más! Un autobús de traslado estará disponible.

👉 Los niños deben estar acompañados por un padre o tutor.

about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
Flyer for the 6th Annual Back to School Bash presented by Farmers Bank & Trust, Hope Bobcats, and the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Event details: Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Hempstead Hall in Hope, Arkansas. Features Hope Public Schools programs, shuttle bus available, and door prizes for students. Activities include hot dogs, snow cones, inflatables, and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Folleto para el 6.º Evento Anual de Regreso a Clases presentado por Farmers Bank & Trust, Hope Bobcats y la Universidad de Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Detalles del evento: jueves, 28 de agosto de 2025, de 4:30 a 6:30 p.m. en Hempstead Hall en Hope, Arkansas. Incluye programas de las Escuelas Públicas de Hope, autobús de traslado disponible y premios en la puerta para estudiantes. Habrá hot dogs, raspados de nieve, inflables y mucho más. Los niños deben estar acompañados por un padre o tutor.
🎉 It’s almost time for our 6th Annual Back to School Bash!
📅 Thursday, August 28, 2025
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hempstead Hall, Hope, AR

Join us for an evening of fun with Hope Public Schools programs, hot dogs, snow cones, inflatables, door prizes (for students), and more! A shuttle bus will be available.

👉 Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

🎉 ¡Ya casi es hora de nuestro 6.º Evento Anual de Regreso a Clases!
📅 Jueves, 28 de agosto de 2025
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hempstead Hall, Hope, AR

Acompáñanos para una tarde de diversión con programas de las Escuelas Públicas de Hope, hot dogs, raspados de nieve, inflables, premios en la puerta (para estudiantes) ¡y más! Un autobús de traslado estará disponible.

👉 Los niños deben estar acompañados por un padre o tutor.
about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
Flyer for the 6th Annual Back to School Bash presented by Farmers Bank & Trust, Hope Bobcats, and the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Event details: Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Hempstead Hall in Hope, Arkansas. Features Hope Public Schools programs, shuttle bus available, and door prizes for students. Activities include hot dogs, snow cones, inflatables, and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Folleto para el 6.º Evento Anual de Regreso a Clases presentado por Farmers Bank & Trust, Hope Bobcats y la Universidad de Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Detalles del evento: jueves, 28 de agosto de 2025, de 4:30 a 6:30 p.m. en Hempstead Hall en Hope, Arkansas. Incluye programas de las Escuelas Públicas de Hope, autobús de traslado disponible y premios en la puerta para estudiantes. Habrá hot dogs, raspados de nieve, inflables y mucho más. Los niños deben estar acompañados por un padre o tutor.

☀️🌧️ Rain or shine, the Back-to-School Bash is ON!

No matter the weather, we’re ready to kick off the school year together. If it rains, we’ll make a few adjustments to keep things comfortable, but all the fun, games, and excitement will still be waiting for you.

Come celebrate with us, we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
Yellow background graphic with sun rays, confetti, and icons of a sun, cloud with raindrops, apple, and school pennant. Large bold text reads: “Back-to-School Bash – Rain or Shine – The Bash is On!”
Our students showed off their school spirit by wearing shirts with uplifting and encouraging messages.
about 2 months ago, Heather Shelman
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God is good
Do it for the plot
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Believe in who you are
Never give up
At Yerger Middle School, student safety is always our top priority.

Beginning tomorrow, Thursday, August 28, 2025, we’ll be adding a new tool at our entrances called OpenGate: a walk-through system designed to help us keep our campus safe and welcoming.

It’s quick, easy, and feels just like walking through a regular doorway. Staff will be on hand to make sure the process is smooth and comfortable for everyone.

We appreciate your support as we take this step to protect our kids and ensure Yerger remains a safe place to learn and grow.
about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
🎉 It’s almost time for our 6th Annual Back to School Bash!
📅 Thursday, August 28, 2025
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hempstead Hall, Hope, AR

Join us for an evening of fun with Hope Public Schools programs, hot dogs, snow cones, inflatables, door prizes (for students), and more! A shuttle bus will be available.

👉 Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

🎉 ¡Ya casi es hora de nuestro 6.º Evento Anual de Regreso a Clases!
📅 Jueves, 28 de agosto de 2025
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hempstead Hall, Hope, AR

Acompáñanos para una tarde de diversión con programas de las Escuelas Públicas de Hope, hot dogs, raspados de nieve, inflables, premios en la puerta (para estudiantes) ¡y más! Un autobús de traslado estará disponible.

👉 Los niños deben estar acompañados por un padre o tutor.
about 2 months ago, Tony McClain
Flyer for the 6th Annual Back to School Bash presented by Farmers Bank & Trust, Hope Bobcats, and the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Event details: Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Hempstead Hall in Hope, Arkansas. Features Hope Public Schools programs, shuttle bus available, and door prizes for students. Activities include hot dogs, snow cones, inflatables, and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Folleto para el 6.º Evento Anual de Regreso a Clases presentado por Farmers Bank & Trust, Hope Bobcats y la Universidad de Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Detalles del evento: jueves, 28 de agosto de 2025, de 4:30 a 6:30 p.m. en Hempstead Hall en Hope, Arkansas. Incluye programas de las Escuelas Públicas de Hope, autobús de traslado disponible y premios en la puerta para estudiantes. Habrá hot dogs, raspados de nieve, inflables y mucho más. Los niños deben estar acompañados por un padre o tutor.