HAMPTON PUBLIC SCHOOL

Want to learn more about robotics? Check out this interview with our robotics coach, Mr. Richards. https://youtu.be/eDtnjASLBD8

The Uniqueness of Hampton - Carson Klute - 7-12 Principal/ Activities Director In coming to work at Hampton in the fall of 2019, I was reminded of the greatness of Hampton both as a community, a school, and a staff. It was that same realization that led me to apply for the 7-12 Principal position that opened in May. Simply put, the opportunity to work at, and then help lead, the wonderful place I call my alma mater was too good to let pass by. I know what makes Hampton unique cannot be something as simple as pride because many places have pride in their communities and schools. I know that it cannot just be tradition because many places have traditions and state championships to go along with a winning culture. Is it the alumni themselves and those that choose to be a part of the community? What makes it that I can have a conversation with someone who graduated from Hampton 50 years ago seem like someone who graduated around the class of 2010 of which I was a part? One goal I have for the 2022-2023 school year is to help further define what it means to be part of the culture that is defined as being from Hampton. For all those that read this, please do the following challenge and encourage those you know to participate as well in simply identifying what makes Hampton so unique. Please tag myself or the school so we can showcase the greatness of Hampton. This includes the school but also the community at-large. If you live in Washington D.C. or California, is there something that Hampton instilled in you that you carry with you, even though you live a thousand miles away? I am excited for this school year, the opportunity presented as secondary principal, and ever proud to be a Hampton Hawk.

An Exciting Start to our Year Angie Arndt - Elementary Principal/Special Education Director We’ve had a great start to the 2022-2023 school year! August is my favorite time of year as I truly love to welcome staff and students back into the building after a quiet summer of working in the office. It’s always fun to get reacquainted with classmates we haven’t seen during the summer months as well as meet new Hawk Family members. Adjusting to new teachers and new routines is how we spend the majority of our time in August. It is always great to get settled into a new year of learning and having fun. I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new students in the elementary: Leyton, Adelyn, Jackson, Simon, Eric, Liam, Elliott, Bailey, Chance, Violet, Holly, Autumn, Ciji, Cooper, Violet, Reid, Ryder, Cameron, Gavin, and Jayden (Kindergarten - that’s 20 if you are counting!!), and Payton (6th grade). Welcome to Hampton Elementary! Enrollment in the elementary school continues to grow! We currently have 96 students enrolled in K-6, 14 in preschool, and 9 in our toddler program. The elementary students have already taken their first field trip of the year to the State Fair! On Friday, August 26th we participated in a day of learning in Nebraska’s Largest Classroom. Students spent the day watching shows, touring exhibits about Nebraska wildlife, learning about crops, and enjoying the many features of the fair. It was a great way to spend a Friday and we look forward to attending again next year. The start of each school year is always a time to review the behavior expectations for all elementary students. Our HAWK P.R.I.D.E. behaviors will be taught and reviewed at all grade levels throughout the year. P.R.I.D.E stands for Be Positive; Be Respectful; Be Involved; Be Dependable; Be Engaged. Posters listing these expectations are hanging in hallways and classrooms to serve as a reminder of what is expected during the school day and at after-school events. A small version of these posters was sent home with all elementary students. Please find a place to display this poster at home and review these expectations with your child. I look forward to serving the students, families, and members of the Hampton community.

Homecoming week will be October 3rd-7th! Student Council members have developed a dress code for the dance, which will be held after the football game on Friday. Please look over the information carefully! https://tinyurl.com/2y7hcj8c

Hampton students attending a clinic with the Dallas Brass members.

Lofton Ferguson Have you ever wondered what the Student council does? Find out in this interview with Mrs. Fuentes. https://youtu.be/ZdNBy6LjtwM

Have you ever seen a floating paper clip? The third-graders are learning about magnets, gravity, and balanced forces!

Lady Hawk Volleyball! ▪️Dual Match▪️ 🆚Osceola 📍Hampton, Ne 🕖 Jv @ 5pm | Varsity @ 6pm 📺 https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE5EVztI6_-vXYdRsbiChuQ

Lady Hawk Volleyball! ▪️Dual Match▪️ 🆚 Shelby- Rising City 📍Shelby, Ne 🕖 Jv @ 5pm | Varsity @ 6pm

The reserve volleyball team takes the win over Elba JV tonight! Nice work!! 💜🏐

Due to injuries on Dorchester’s team, the JV game scheduled for tomorrow evening has been cancelled. The Junior High football team will still play at 4:30 pm.

The Hawks’ comeback falls short, losing to Silver Lake. Lady Hawks finish 4th in the Loomis tournament. Nice job girls!

The Hawks fall to Loomis in the second round of the tournament. The girls will play for third at 1:00pm.

Lady Hawk Volleyball! 💜🏐 ▪️Tournament▪️ 🆚 Franklin 📍Loomis, Ne 🕖9:00am 📺 Games in the 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝘆𝗺 broadcast on Striv: https://striv.tv/channel/loomis/ 📺Games in the 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝘆𝗺 broadcasted on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ctWKGmKDWbkWIjH-FFXPQ

School picture proofs are being sent home TODAY with all students. Information for ordering is included with the proof. Plan on Friday, September 16th for picture retakes. THANK YOU!

See what the Hampton FFA Chapter is doing this year in this interview with Mr. Miller. https://youtu.be/i31pqnYq_wk

Flashlight Friday 🔦📚

Join us for supper tonight at the football field as the Hawks take on the Sterling Jets! There will be a steak nacho meal deal courtesy of the Hampton Community Club. #GoHawks

Hampton falls to Giltner and Dorchester.

Balancing the Budget - Holly Herzberg - Superintendent The arrival of a new school year means the Hampton Board of Education will also be adopting a new budget. Due to the requirements of LB644 that went into effect on January 1, 2022, every Hampton taxpayer will receive a postcard in the mail with the new budget, tax request information, and a notice for a joint public hearing to include any county, city, school districts and community colleges with tax requests that exceed 2% plus real growth. Hampton Public School’s real growth increase was calculated to be 0.38%, allowing for a total 2.38% allowable growth increase in taxes for all funds. The Board of Education participated in a budget workshop for the 2022-23 budget on August 29. During the workshop, the board reviewed many historical financial facts and figures, as well as the requirements that impact school finance. The Board will hold the annual budget hearing on Monday, September 12th starting at 7:45 PM in the Board Room. The proposed budget for 2022-23 includes a tax asking for each fund ~ General Fund $2,442,875 ($0.696 levy), the Bond Fund $565,240 ($0.161 levy), and the QCPUF Fund $132,867 ($0.0379). This is a $98,259 total increase in tax asking for ALL funds (3.2%) and a total levy of $0.895 ($0.0144 increase). Patrons interested in learning more about the budget and tax request should make plans to join us on Monday, September 12th at 7:45 PM at the Hampton Public School Board Room or Monday, September 26, at 6:00 PM in Aurora at the city offices. Students have completed their fall assessments in grades K-11. Students participated in MAP Fluency, MAP Growth, or NSCAS Growth assessments depending on their grade level. Teachers will be sharing student performance results with parents during conferences on September 28th. If you have questions regarding any of the information, please do not hesitate to contact me.