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.
To ensure this celebration remains respectful and meaningful, we ask that all attire be appropriate, respectful, and related to a real Black history leader. Classroom teachers may request to review student attire in advance for approval. Students who arrive dressed inappropriately will not be able to participate in the walk.
This event is meant to honor and celebrate Black history, and we appreciate your support in maintaining a respectful learning environment. All students are welcome to attend and participate. Parents are invited to attend.
This Event will take place on Wednesday, February 25, 202,6 at 9:00 am. Students will walk through the halls at CPS and then return to class.
Today’s the day!
📣 Community Conversation Tonight
Hope Public Schools will host a Community Conversation regarding the millage proposal today at 6:00 PM at Hempstead Hall.
This meeting is designed to provide information, answer questions, and hear from our community. Attendance is requested, and all are encouraged to participate.
We hope to see you there.
HOPE, AR – February 4, 2026
The application to apply for the Hope Collegiate Academy is now open. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 1, 2026. Students who will be entering the 10th grade can apply to the academy. Students must be enrolled or be eligible to become enrolled as a Hope Public School District student and meet the collegiate academy entrance requirements to attend. The academy is a public school that is free of charge and is located on the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana’s Hope campus.
The Hope Collegiate Academy is a partnership between the Hope Public School District and the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. The academy provides students with a three-year curriculum that allows them the opportunity to complete a high school diploma and an associate degree simultaneously. The collegiate academy saves students an average of $20,394 compared to the first two years at an Arkansas public four-year university.
To schedule an ACCUPLACER test, visit https://www.uaht.edu/admissions/testing.php, call 870-722-8247, or contact Rachel Holt, Career Coach on the Hope High School campus, at rachel.holt@uaht.edu. Acceptable test scores are due by Monday, June 1, 2026.
To apply, visit https://www.uaht.edu/academics/hope-collegiate-academy.php.
For questions about eligibility or a paper application, contact Heather Flowers, Hope Collegiate Academy Director, at heather.flowers@uaht.edu or 870-722-8129.
Hope Public Schools invites the community to upcoming Open Houses and a Community Conversation.
Come tour our campuses, see current conditions, and learn how the proposed millage could improve safety, classroom conditions, and learning environments for students.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
9:00 AM – Clinton Primary
12:00 PM – Beryl Henry Elementary
Friday, February 6, 2026
9:00 AM – Yerger Middle School
11:00 AM – Hope High School
Monday, February 9, 2026
6:00 PM – Community Conversation at Hempstead Hall
Walk the halls. See the classrooms. Learn what’s possible.
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Hope Public Schools invita a la comunidad a nuestras Jornadas de Puertas Abiertas y a una Conversación Comunitaria.
Venga a recorrer nuestros campus, ver las condiciones actuales y aprender cómo el millaje propuesto podría mejorar la seguridad, las condiciones de los salones y los ambientes de aprendizaje para los estudiantes.
Jueves, 5 de febrero de 2026
9:00 AM – Clinton Primary
12:00 PM – Beryl Henry Elementary
Viernes, 6 de febrero de 2026
9:00 AM – Yerger Middle School
11:00 AM – Hope High School
Lunes, 9 de febrero de 2026
6:00 PM – Conversación Comunitaria en Hempstead Hall
Recorra nuestras escuelas. Vea los salones. Conozca lo que es posible.
Come tour our campuses, see current conditions, and learn how the proposed millage could improve safety, classrooms, and learning environments for students.
Wednesday, February 5
Clinton Primary
Beryl Henry Elementary
Thursday, February 6
Yerger Middle School
Hope High School
Monday, February 9
Community Conversation
Walk the halls. See the classrooms. Learn what’s possible.
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Hope Public Schools invita a la comunidad a nuestras Jornadas de Puertas Abiertas y Conversación Comunitaria.
Venga a recorrer nuestros campus, ver las condiciones actuales y aprender cómo el millaje propuesto podría mejorar la seguridad, los salones y los ambientes de aprendizaje.
Miércoles, 5 de febrero
Clinton Primary
Beryl Henry Elementary
Jueves, 6 de febrero
Yerger Middle School
Hope High School
Lunes, 9 de febrero
Conversación Comunitaria
Recorra nuestras escuelas. Vea los salones. Conozca lo que es posible.
Before any local decision is made, the first step is simple: make sure you’re registered to vote. If you’re not registered by the deadline, you may not be able to participate.
Being registered ensures you receive accurate information about voting dates, early voting opportunities, and polling locations. It’s the first step in staying informed and engaged in the issues that shape our local schools.
Check your voter registration status (takes 1–2 minutes):
Check online (fastest):
https://www.voterview.ar-nova.org/VoterView
(Confirm your registration, address, and polling location.)
Register or check in person:
Hempstead County Clerk’s Office
2 00 E. 3rd Street
Hope, AR 71801
Check by phone:
(870) 777-2241
Important dates (2026):
Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, February 2, 2026
Early Voting Begins: Monday, February 17, 2026
Election Day: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Once registered, community members will have the opportunity to participate in a Hope Public Schools millage election focused on addressing critical facility needs across the district — ensuring our children learn in warm, safe, and dry school buildings.
The proposal includes:
• School safety and security improvements
• Modernizing aging classrooms and learning spaces
• Addressing long-deferred facility repairs that impact daily instruction
Learn more about the millage:
https://www.hpsdistrict.org/millage
Hope Public Schools remains committed to providing clear, factual information so families and community members can stay informed and engaged.
Hope Public Schools will resume classes tomorrow, Monday, February 2, 2026.
While conditions have improved across much of the district, some rural and countryside areas may still have ice. Our teams will continue monitoring those areas closely.
District crews have been working across all campuses to remove thick layers of ice from bus lines, car lines, and parking lots in preparation for students and staff returning.
If there are safety concerns in your area and you feel you cannot safely get your student to school, please contact your individual campus directly.
We encourage everyone to:
Use caution while traveling
Take your time and avoid rushing
Expect buses to run slightly later than normal as drivers operate at slower speeds
Drive slowly and carefully when dropping off students
Our overall message is simple: be safe and arrive safely.
We will continue monitoring conditions and will provide updates across all platforms.
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REGRESO A CLASES — LUNES 2 DE FEBRERO DE 2026
Hope Public Schools reanudará clases mañana, lunes 2 de febrero de 2026.
Aunque las condiciones han mejorado en gran parte del distrito, algunas áreas rurales todavía pueden tener hielo. Nuestro equipo continuará monitoreando esas zonas.
Los equipos del distrito han estado trabajando en todos los campus para retirar capas gruesas de hielo de áreas de autobuses, filas de autos y estacionamientos, preparando el regreso de estudiantes y personal.
Si existen preocupaciones de seguridad en su área y siente que no puede llevar a su estudiante de manera segura, por favor comuníquese directamente con su campus.
Les pedimos que:
Viajen con precaución
No se apresuren
Tengan en cuenta que los autobuses pueden llegar un poco más tarde de lo normal
Manejen despacio al dejar a los estudiantes
Nuestro mensaje principal es simple: manténganse seguros y lleguen con bien.
Seguiremos monitoreando las condiciones y compartiremos actualizaciones en todas las plataformas.
Hope Public Schools will hold a Special Board of Education Meeting on:
Monday, February 9, 2026
5:00 PM
Hempstead Hall – Hope Suite
This will be a relatively short meeting with two items currently on the agenda. Please note that additional items may be added if needed.
The public is welcome to attend.
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Aviso de Reunión Especial de la Junta de Educación
Hope Public Schools llevará a cabo una Reunión Especial de la Junta de Educación el:
lunes, 9 de febrero de 2026
5:00 PM
Hempstead Hall – Hope Suite
Esta será una reunión relativamente breve con dos puntos actualmente en la agenda. Tenga en cuenta que podrían agregarse otros puntos si es necesario.
El público está invitado a asistir.
WEATHER UPDATE — NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, January 30, 2026
Due to continued icy conditions, Hope Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 30, 2026.
The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
While district teams have been working across campuses, side streets and surrounding roadways remain icy and unsafe, and many areas are not thawing as expected. These conditions continue to create safety concerns for buses, student drivers, families, and staff traveling to and from school.
District crews will continue breaking up ice and snow across campuses, including bus lines, car lines, and parking lots, as we prepare for students and staff to return next week. We are hopeful that conditions will improve by Monday.
We will continue to monitor conditions and will share any additional updates across all platforms.
Please stay safe and limit travel when possible.
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ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL CLIMA — NO HAY CLASES EL VIERNES 30 DE ENERO DE 2026
Debido a las condiciones heladas continuas, Hope Public Schools estará cerrado el viernes 30 de enero de 2026.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal, familias y comunidad es nuestra máxima prioridad.
Aunque nuestros equipos han estado trabajando en los campus, muchas calles secundarias y áreas cercanas siguen cubiertas de hielo y no son seguras. Estas condiciones continúan representando un riesgo para autobuses, estudiantes que manejan, familias y personal.
Los equipos del distrito continuarán rompiendo hielo y nieve en todos los campus, incluyendo áreas de autobuses, filas de autos y estacionamientos, mientras nos preparamos para el regreso de estudiantes y personal la próxima semana. Esperamos que las condiciones mejoren para el lunes. Gracias por su continuo apoyo y flexibilidad.
Seguiremos monitoreando las condiciones y compartiremos cualquier actualización en todas las plataformas.
Por favor, manténganse seguros y limiten los viajes si es posible.
