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There will be NO SCHOOL Friday, February 28th due to Staff Development. Enjoy the time off!
Dear Hope Academy families,
Following God’s call to start Hope Academy has been one of the greatest joys of my life. For more than 25 years I have worked alongside a committed, dedicated, and faithful group of staff, Partners, and families to foster hope in God for the youth of the city, and I have been a witness to God’s faithfulness.
Four years ago, I approached the Hope Academy Board about developing a Head of School Succession plan. A transition team, along with expert counsel specializing in faith-based leadership transitions, helped us create a plan and choose a succession model most beneficial to the school.
And now, after three years of prayerful, vigorous planning and development, the Hope Academy Board of Directors has selected our next Head of School, Mr. Kelvin Simms. Kelvin and I will work together for the next 16 months in tandem leadership, as I remain acting Head of School with Kelvin as Head of School Designate for the 2025-26 school year. After that, I will turn my focus to starting more Hope Academy-type schools around the country—a ministry we call Spreading Hope. Andrew Pearce will transition to the role of Middle School Principal in July 2025.
Kelvin has twelve years of experience in education—the last seven here at Hope Academy. He is a strategic leader with a pastor’s heart. Kelvin joined our faculty in 2017 as a Humanities teacher, then transitioned to Middle School Instructional Director, and most recently has held the position of Middle School Principal. He’s also served on our school’s Leadership Team since 2023.
The list of gifts, graces and competencies that suit Kelvin for this position is extensive. But a calling to school leadership is not simply equivalent to a sum of competencies; I have been praying for the Board to have a Holy Spirit-given discernment to perceive God’s calling on Kelvin’s life for this role. And that’s why I wept for joy at the Board’s unanimous affirmation of Kelvin as our next Head of School. I joyfully and expectantly commend him to you with all my heart.
I couldn’t be more excited for the future of Hope Academy. I believe Kelvin is God’s chosen instrument to build upon Hope’s mission to foster hope in God by providing a remarkable, God-centered education for the youth of the city. Please join me in praying for Kelvin and for God’s leading in this next chapter.
With thanksgiving for all you,
Russ Gregg
Co-Founder & Head of School
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Lower School Parent Involvement Day is Saturday, March 22 9am-12pm. This is a required school day as well as a required Parent Covenant Event. There will be a short program, a few breakout sessions and classroom time with your student. More details to come soon!
Join us for Family Dinners this winter! There will be three different dinners in the coming months, each showcasing a different culture that is represented in our school lunches. Along with dinner, there will also be a small presentation on the importance of a balanced meal and how we provide that in our school lunches at Hope Academy. Families are welcome to come to one or all of the dinners. Please note which evenings translation is provided:
6th Grade students - Join us for 6th Grade Night Of on Thursday, February 27th 4:30pm-8:00pm! There will be games, worship, food, and more! There is a $5 entry fee along with a permissions slip that are needed by Wednesday, February 26th. Click below to view the flyer!
5th Grade Students & Parents - The 5th-6th Grade Info Night is Monday, March 10th from 5:00-6:30pm! Students are welcome to stay after school until the event. Pizza will be served for students and parents starting at 5:00pm followed by a program, tour, and Q & A all to provide more information about Upper School. Please fill out the form below by Thursday, March 6th so we know who will be joining us and who will need to go home on the bus! See you there!
Lower School students, we had so much fun celebrating the 100th day of school with you! Click below to see some fun photos.
We will have our final Parent/Scholar trip meetings regarding the 10th-grade NOLA trip and the 12th-grade Sankofa trip. Please see the details below:
If your child is participating in one of these trips, it is required that at least one parent/guardian attend this meeting to receive important information about the following:
Parking will be available in the parking ramp. Please enter through the Main Entrance doors. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register for Drivers Education! This 30-hour program will be conducted by a certified instructor from the A+ Driving School and will fulfill the state driver’s education requirement. The course will address the “how to” and “whys” of safe driving. The format of the class will be lecture and active discussion. (For students who are 14 years of age and older).
Classes meet on Wednesdays (4:30-7:30pm) and Saturdays (10:00am-1:00pm).
Class Dates: March 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, & April 9, 12, 16, 23, 26.
Need to miss a few classes--NO PROBLEM. Easy Make-Up classes!
Save the date for our Honor Roll Celebration on March 6th! This a time for a us to celebrate Upper School students who made the honor roll. Parents are welcome and encouraged to come! The Middle School Celebration will begin at 10:15a.m. and High School Celebration at 11 a.m.. The Middle and High School Honor Roll List will be posted here in the coming weeks.
At Hope Academy we believe in exercising a daily, moment-by-moment radical dependence on God and His Word. Radical dependence on God refers to a deep, unwavering reliance on God for guidance, strength, provision, and overall existence. This concept is often rooted in spiritual beliefs and practices that emphasize faith, trust, and surrender to a higher power.
John 15:5 reads, “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” This passage beautifully illustrates the concept of radical dependence on God. It encourages us to recognize our need for Jesus in every aspect of life, to cultivate a deep relationship with Him, and to produce fruit that reflects their faith. By understanding and embracing this dependence, we can experience true fulfillment and purpose in our lives!
~Dr. G
Stay tuned for more features in the Hope Happenings from Dr. G, Head of Family Ministry!
A limited amount of the discontinued (but never worn!) Upper School uniforms are available for sale at Hope Academy for a discounted price (reminder that these may only be reused through this school year (2024-25) due to the new uniform change). Polos are available at $10 and Quarter Zips are available at $15. If you would like to make a purchase, please stop by the Front Office!
Click below to see the menus for this month! Please note: High School students now have the option of a 2nd entree & a la carte purchase! Please bring cash for these purchases.
Have an allergy? Fill out our special diet form and send to our Nutrition Director janettetakata@hopeschool.org
Just a friendly reminder that we have a helpful app called "Here comes the bus!" This is an app can track your child’s bus once it is within 1 mile of your child’s stop!
To set up an account you must:
If it is past 4:45p.m. and you need assistance, please use Here Comes the Bus and/or call MPS Dispatch at 612-668-2300.
Click below for more information and more detailed instructions on how to download and register!
Can't Log In to SchoolPass? Follow these helpful steps:
1. Call the Main Office so we can reset your password. Confirm with us the email that the school has on file for you. We know the "Forgot Password" feature isn't working on the app for parents/guardians.
2. Check your email for a temporary password sent from noreply-6294@schoolpass.com and login to the app.
3. Once you're in the app, change your password from the temporary password, to something you'll remember. If you don't change your password, the temporary password will expire and you'll get locked out of the app again.
4. Still need help, stop by the Main Office and we'll assist you in person.
Join other Hope Academy dads at our Men of Hope Monthly huddles! This is a time of fellowship led by Mr. Bugg and Dr. G. Fathers and students are welcome! The next meeting is Saturday, March 1st from 10:30a.m. -12:00a.m.
Interested in learning more? Fill out the form below to receive text/email updates!
Get plugged in with other Hope Academy parents! We have several groups you can join that are held here at Hope:
Mom's Bible Study:
The Women's Bible Study is held every Wednesday 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Contact Katie Steck at 612-655-6279 for more information!
Men of Hope:
Join other Hope Academy Dads at our Men of Hope Monthly huddles! Fathers and students are welcome! The next meeting will be on Saturday, March 1st, 10:30a.m.-12:00p.m.
Ministerio De Mujeres Hope:
Join the Latina Mom's Bible Study with Gloria Reyes every Friday 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.! For more information contact Gloria Reyes at 612-540 -2039 or gloriareyes@hopeschool.com.
Latino Father's Bible Study:
Join the Latino Father's Bible Study on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm with Pastor Fernando Lopez. For more information call Family Ministry Latino Parent Liaison Gloria Reyes at 612-540 -2039 or gloriareyes@hopeschool.org.
Kindergarten parents: Join us for monthly parent groups! These required groups will meet once a month for an hour at Hope Academy (virtual option also available). Classes are led by Dr. Darrell Gillespie and cover topics like sibling rivalry, tough conversations, community building and much more! They will go from October - May. Students do not need to attend. One or both parents may attend the sessions.
Upcoming Dates:
Saturday, March 1st (zoom)
Tuesday, March 4th
Wednesday, March 5th (zoom)
Please read below as a reminder of what each parent pick up entrance is for:
New Main Entrance (24th St): Use this entrance for school events, late drop offs, and after school care pickup.
Chicago Ave Entrance: This entrance is for bus drop off ONLY. There is no longer any entry through this door other than busing.
Peavey Doors (22nd St.): This is the entrance for parent Drop off and Pick up (including before school care). Access this door by heading north on Park Ave. and take a right on E. 22nd St.
Please read below for some reminders about absences and early releases:
Be sure to mark any absences, tardies, or end of day transportation changes for your kids in the SchoolPass app! We appreciate your partnership! Refer to the video below for more information.
To receive Hope Academy text notifications, opt-in by texting “Yes” to 67587. (We will also need to have that phone # on file that you are opting in from). Make sure you’re not missing important communication!
