Trojan Happenings - Sunday, March 1

Posted Date: 03/01/26 (06:00 PM)

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Trojan Happenings

Weekly news and updates

March 1, 2026

Colorful boxes of information for the week of March 2 - 6.

Dear Trojan Families,

A group of cadets in uniform stand at attention in a gymnasium, facing a speaker.

Hot Springs School District families, we are looking forward to a fun and exciting week March 2–6! 📚✨ Our elementary schools will be celebrating Read Across America with special activities that inspire a love of reading in our students. At the same time, spring sports are kicking off their seasons, and we can’t wait to see our athletes back in action on the fields, courts, and tracks! ⚾🥎⚽🏃‍♀️ We also want to wish our Varsity Boys Basketball team the best of luck as they head to the 5A State Tournament on Wednesday — we are so proud of you and will be cheering you on all the way! 🏀🖤💛 Go Trojans!

Pictured on the left: On February 26, the NJROTC had their annual inspection before the Area Manager and showed off their skills to families and administrators.

Read Across America March 2 - 6

Read Across America is March 2–6, and we’re excited to celebrate a week filled with stories, imagination, and a love of reading! Each day will feature fun activities designed to inspire our students to pick up a book and explore new adventures. From themed dress-up days to special reading moments, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We encourage all students to participate in the daily activities and join us in showing that at HSSD, we love to read! ❤️📖

Poster for a Class of 2026 Senior Parents Pancake Breakfast fundraiser.

Join Our Seniors for a Pancake Breakfast

Come enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast on March 7 and support the Class of 2026! This year, we’re working to bring back two beloved senior traditions — Project Prom and Senior Tea — and every donation helps make it happen.

Project Prom provides a safe, fun space after prom with food, games, and prizes where seniors can celebrate together. Senior Tea is one of the final special gatherings before graduation, bringing seniors and their parents together to reflect and celebrate.

Join us in the High School Cafeteria from 8–10 am. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased at the door or by clicking here. Donations to support these events can be made by clicking here.

WHEN: Saturday, March 7

WHERE: High School Cafeteria

Poster for the Hot Springs World Class High School Blood Drive, sponsored by Beta Club, on Wednesday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Gym.

Blood Drive Set for March 11

Give the lifesaving gift of blood and donate during our Spring Blood Drive sponsored by the Beta Club.

Walk-ins are welcome or you can reserve a spot by clicking here.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 11 | 9 am - 1 pm

WHERE: High School Auxiliary Gym

Poster announcing "Park Magnet: The Road to Acceleration" Family Information Night on Thursday, March 12th at 5:00 PM in the Park Magnet Cafeteria.

Road to Acceleration Family Information Night Rescheduled for March 12

Starting August 2026, Park Magnet International Baccalaureate World School will become our district’s accelerated elementary program for grades K–6. Students will experience a rigorous, enriched curriculum aligned to the Arkansas Department of Education’s Accelerated Standards, designed to challenge and inspire high-achieving learners.

Interested in learning more or transferring your child for the 2026–2027 school year? Join district leaders and Principal Marissa Burton for an informational meeting Thursday, March 12 at 5 p.m. in the Park cafeteria.

WHEN: Thursday, March 12 | 5 pm

WHERE: Park Magnet Cafeteria

Poster for the Make 48 National Competition, Hot Springs Junior Academy East Program, held in Wichita, Kansas.

Help Our EAST Students Get to Wichita

We have some exciting news to share — and we need your help! Hot Springs Junior Academy EAST students, Trinity Moss, Ethan Peabody, and James Hall, won the Make 48 Region 1 POD 3 Sustainability In View Sponsored Challenge, and now they’ve earned the opportunity to compete on a national stage.

Next stop: Wichita, Kansas for the Make 48 National Competition, March 20–22 — a live, televised event where they will represent Hot Springs Junior Academy and the entire District.

To help these students get to Wichita, click here to donate.