Ag mechanics students learned basic maintenance of small gas engines, and lawn mower safety. Students learned basic engine components, engine fluids, and the operation of a zero turn mower. They learned how to change the oil, spark plugs, air filter, fuel filter, and oil filter.
Isabelle Barnett entered into the 2025 Young Artist Exhibit Competition. Over 300 pieces were entered into the competition and only 60 pieces were chosen in the state of Arkansas. She was one of the finalists chosen and her artwork will be displayed in the Arkansas Governor's Mansion in Little Rock, AR.
Title of Painting: "Natural Inhabitants at the Capitol"
Description: My piece includes a frame of apple blossoms (Arkansas state flower), two deer (Arkansas state animal), and the capitol building that resides in Little Rock.
Medium: acrylic gouache and graphite
Dimensions: 18x24 inch canvas
REMINDER: The Bobcat Travel Club will host an Online Dessert Auction this Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 8:30 am until 6:30 pm through its Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573748533893). Items will be posted to the page and individuals may bid during the auction times. Note: Winning bids can be paid in person when the desserts are picked up from the Hope High School Counselors Office and must be picked up no later than 7:00 pm on March 20 from the Counselors Office. More information can be found on the Bobcat Travel Club page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573748533893
🚨Reminder🚨
Hope Collegiate Academy interest meeting tonight (Tuesday, March 18) at 6PM! Meeting will take place at Hempstead Hall. Parents of 9th Graders are encouraged to attend.
The recent Magnet Fair was a HUGE success!! Thanks to the students, parents, teachers, and staff who came out to experience the amazing things happening at Hope Public Schools! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Love the celebrations from yesterday's St. Patrick's Day! Here is another collage of pics sent in from Mrs. McClenton and Mrs. Lewis. In Mrs. Lewis' class, not only did they wear green, but also made rainbows with pots of gold! The first grade students used their fine motor skills, a little imagination and followed instructions to create their own rainbows out of cereal, marshmallows, and pipe cleaners! They took this fun treat home. #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Congratulations to HAPS Principal Marilyn Marks! She has been inducted into the SAU Educational Leadership Hall of Fame class of 2025!! #GoBobcats
Bobcats are celebrating St. Patrick's Day in style! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
On March 12th, 2025, both the Hope Symphonic Band and Hope Concert Band earned high honors at the annual concert assessment at Lake Hamilton High School. The Hope Concert Band received a prestigious composite score of 1 (Superior Rating) on stage, showcasing their exceptional performance, and a 2 (Excellent Rating) in sight reading. Meanwhile, the Hope Symphonic Band achieved an impressive feat, earning straight 1s, the highest score possible, in both their stage performance and sight reading, underscoring their mastery and dedication. These achievements reflect the hard work and talent of both bands, solidifying their reputation for musical excellence!
The Hope Symphonic Band earned the schools first sweepstakes in decades and has earned a spot at the ASBOA State Concert Contest. State will be held at Jonesboro High School on April 17th, 2025. #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Clinton Primary School will dismiss at 1:00pm and other campuses will dismiss roughly 15 minutes later. Please check with your student's teacher regarding conference times. #ALLIN #GoBobcats
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Ty Clayton and Isaiah Crocker competed Friday at United Welding Institute for the senior welding competition. Isaiah placed in the top 30! Ty placed in the top 100 out of all the seniors competing from as far away as Lake Charles Louisiana. Both of our students each received $1000 scholarship! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Hope Public Schools hosted the 2025 Hope-Hempstead County Leadership Class for their Education Day. As part of this 6 month program, the Leadership Class of 2025 toured Garrett Memorial Christian School, Yerger Middle School, Hope High School Agri Shop, and learned about the UAHT Hope Collegiate Academy, Secondary Career Center and Concurrent Credit programs. The day ended with a tour of the 3rd grade through 12th grade EAST program displays and information about the HPS Magnet Fair/EXPO. Dr. Carol Ann Duke, H-HC Leadership Class of 2024, served as the tour guide and the District provided breakfast and lunch. Hope Public Schools is proud to serve as a Presenting Sponsor for the Class of 2025.
The second annual HPS Magnet Fair will be held Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Hempstead Hall from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
All students who will be in grades 5-11 for the 2025-26 school and their families are invited to attend to view and experience the Magnet Pathways offered at each campus.
Students in grades 5-8 for the 2025-26 school year need to attend to complete CHOICE SHEETS for next year so that they and their families can make informed choices regarding the pathway each student plans to pursue during the next school year.
Hope Public Schools participates in School Choice. Deadline for School Choice applications is May 1, 2025.
Download and Print Magnet Choice Forms (at bottom of linked page): https://www.hpsdistrict.org/page/choice
Dr. Loretta N. McGregor to serve as guest speaker for 2025 Hope High School commencement.
Dr. McGregor is no stranger to this community. She is a proud Hope High School graduate—a hometown success story whose journey is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and excellence. While at Hope High, she was an active student leader, involved in the band, student council, and numerous other activities. Today, she stands before us as an accomplished scholar, educator, and trailblazer.
Currently serving as the Associate Dean for the College of Education and Behavioral Science at Arkansas State University, Dr. McGregor has dedicated over 30 years to higher education. She has held numerous leadership roles, including chairperson of the Department of Psychology and Counseling and president of the Faculty Senate. She is also the Immediate Past President of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology, a division of the American Psychological Association—a role in which she made history as the first Black president in its 75-year history.
Dr. McGregor’s contributions to psychology, education, and research are profound. She has been recognized for her work on the Imposter Phenomenon and has conducted extensive research on Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark, whose studies were instrumental in the historic Brown v. Board of Education decision. Her passion for teaching and advocacy for psychology educators have left a lasting impact on the field.
During Read Across America Week, students from the Collegiate Academy visited Mrs. Alba's Kindergarten class to read books! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Congratulations to Ms. Kylande Stewart’s 1st Grade class who recently won 1st place at SWAEC Battle of the Books! #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
Photos from the recent HopeBot teams that traveled to Arkansas Tech University to compete in the VEX Robotics State Championship. Along the way, they were able to stop in at the Capitol for a tour and chance to meet with Representative Henley. STEM in rural public schools is full steam ahead! 🤖 #GoBobcats #ALLIN #HopeForTheFuture
The Bobcat Travel Club will host an Online Dessert Auction on March 19, 2025, from 8:30 am until 6:30 pm through its Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573748533893). Items will be posted to the page and individuals may bid during the auction times. Note: Winning bids can be paid in person when the desserts are picked up from the Hope High School Counselors Office and must be picked up no later than 7:00 pm on March 20 from the Counselors Office. More information can be found on the Bobcat Travel Club page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573748533893
PARENTS: There will be a Job Fair for Seniors on April 8, 2025, from 9:00am - 12:30 pm at Hempstead Hall. This is an opportunity for students to interview with companies looking to hire graduating students! Permission slips are due by Friday, March 14. Contact Ms. Wake's room in B5 (Business Building) or the High School Counselor's Office. Students must have a well-prepared resume and wear professional attire for the interviews. Contact matha.wake@hpsdistrict.org for more information.
