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Trojan Happenings - Sunday, April 27

Posted Date: 4/27/25 (11:00 PM)

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Trojan Happenings

Weekly news and updates

April 27, 2025
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Dear Trojan Families,

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It’s a big week in the Hot Springs School District! Students in grades 5–10 will be showing what they know during ATLAS Testing from April 28 to May 1 🎯📝—be sure they get plenty of rest and encouragement! Then, on Tuesday night, don’t miss District Arts Night from 5 to 7 pm at Hot Springs Junior Academy 🎨🎭—a celebration of creativity with art displays and performances by our talented theatre, dance, band, and choir students. Come cheer them on! 🎶👏

For more details, visit the HSSD website.

Go Trojans! 💛🖤
 
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District Arts Night is April 29

🎨✨ Join us for District Arts Night on Tuesday, April 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hot Springs Junior Academy! This vibrant celebration of student creativity will feature a stunning visual arts gallery and an exciting lineup of performances from our talented theatre, dance, band, and choir students. Come experience the incredible work of our young artists and performers—it's an evening you won't want to miss! 🎭🎶🖼️

When: Tuesday, April 29 | 5 - 7 pm

Where: Hot Springs Junior Academy

 
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Let's Celebrate Our Teachers & Staff

May 5–9 is Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, and we want to hear from YOU!

Has a teacher, coach, or staff member at the HSSD made a difference in your child's life? Say thank you with a message by completing this quick form found here. We'll make sure they receive it-and we'll share a few on social media, too!

Let's show our educators and staff just how much they mean to our community. Please complete the form by May 2. 
 
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District Band Concert is Thursday

Come out and support our Sixth - 12th Band Students and the Secondary Orchestra on Thursday, May 1. The students have been working hard and preparing for this concert al year long.

When: Thursday, May 1 | 6 pm

Where: Joyce L. Littleton Craft Auditorium
 
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MYP Dance Auditions

Calling all rising 7th - 9th grade students who are interested in being part of the 7-12 Dance Program. Auditions will be held on Tuesday, May 6, in the HSJA Dance Studio. One day prior, an open class will be held to help students prepare for the auditions.

Dancers should wear dance attire (leotard and tights/leggings) to both the open class and auditions.

No prior experience is required, but a strong work ethic is a must!

WHEN:
Open Class - May 5 | 3:30 - 5 pm
Auditions - May 6 | 3:30 - 5 pm
 

Meet Our Police Department

Chief Carl Seymour would like to introduce the Hot Springs School District Police Department to our school district and the community we serve. Pictured in this photo from left to right: Officer Means (Oaklawn STEM), Officer Dankert (Main Street Visual & Performing Arts), Chief Seymour, Officer Graves (Park IB), Officer Rowe (Langston Leadership Academy) and Officer Moss (HS Junior Academy). Not pictured: Officer Langford of the Hot Springs Police Department (Hot Springs World Class High School). This dedicated team is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and the entire Hot Springs community.
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ATLAS Testing Preparations

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Pre-K Registration and Events

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Dawson Pre-K at Main Street and Oaklawn STEM

We are now accepting applications online for Dawson Pre-K at Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School and Oaklawn STEM Magnet School. Register here: https://arkansas.mycopa.com/familyPortal/childCare.epl

Community Events

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Kids Club information to help students.
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Additional news and information

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Contact information

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

  • (501) 624-3372
  • hoytj@hssd.net
  • www.hssd.net