📝📚 The HHS Literacy Team traveled to Columbia last week for the Write to Learn Conference, where they gained fresh ideas to enhance our classrooms!
A special shoutout to Shelley Armistead, who represented our district and shared her expertise with educators from across the state. Her presentation on using drama in the English classroom showcased ways to engage students on a deeper level.
We’re proud to see our educators inspiring others and sparking a passion for learning beyond our own classrooms! 🖤❤🏴☠️ #HannibalProud
📸 Photos courtesy of: Lacy Bennett
🎉A huge shoutout to these amazing Pirate athletes for their accomplishments in their respective sports and activities this fall! 🏆👏
Thank you to all the students and families who joined us at the Board Meeting on Wednesday to be recognized—we're so proud of you! 🖤❤🏴☠️
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HPS 2-Hour Delay & Hard Surface Routes – Thursday, February 20
Due to extreme wind chills expected to reach advisory levels below -15°F, HPS will operate on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Additionally, all buses will be on hard surface routes only. If any additional decisions are determined, this will be communicated by 7:30am on 2/20.
Key Adjustments for the Day:
-Buses will pick up students two hours later than usual. (EX. If your pick up time is usually 6:30am, it will now be 8:30am)
-School start times will be delayed by two hours, with dismissal at the normal time.
-No morning preschool.
-No morning activities or practices.
-Breakfasts will not be served; lunches will stay as close to normal schedule as possible.
-School dismissal will remain at the normal time when school is delayed.
HPS remains committed to keeping schools open as often as safely possible, ensuring students have a warm, supportive environment for learning. Please use your best judgment when deciding if travel is safe for your family.
Stay warm and be safe,
Susan Johnson
Superintendent
Due to extremely low temperatures and frigid windchill, there will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, February 18th. We will be using an AMI day.
Stay Safe and Warm, Pirates!
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Friendly reminder- NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Mon. 2/17/25, as HPS will be closed in observance of President's Day. Enjoy the extended weekend Pirates!
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💌 Spreading Valentine’s Day Cheer! 💌
A+ Student Hannah Schindler took time out of her day to deliver special valentines to the 1st graders she has been working with in Mrs. Hirtzel’s class. 😍 What a sweet way to show kindness and make their day extra special!
Thank you, Hannah, for being a wonderful role model! 🖤❤🏴☠️
#HannibalProud #OnceAPirateAlwaysAPirate
📸 Photos Courtesy of: Ashlie Hirtzel
❄️NO SCHOOL / AMI DAY 2/13/25❄️
Pirate Families, after assessing our roads, and in an effort to keep all students safe, there will be NO SCHOOL Thursday 2/13. Building Principals will communicate AMI (Alternative Method of Instruction) plans at the building level.
Thank you for your patience as we work to keep everyone safe!
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Due to the inclement weather forecasted and the anticipated deteriorating road conditions, there will be NO SCHOOL for Hannibal Public Schools on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Stay Safe Pirates!
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Here is to 100 Days of School & being 100 days smarter! ❤️ #HannibalProud #100DaysOfSchool add your 100 Days of School photos in the comments!
Happy RED Friday! ❤️
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📸 Photos Courtesy of Scarllet McMullen
⬇️ add your RED photos in the comments!
📢 Attention Area Sophomores! 📢 Are you interested in applying for programs at HCTC? Now’s the time to explore your options! 🔍✨
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more about all of the programs we offer.
🔗 https://bit.ly/3WPJSnY
📅 Check with your counselor for details on the application process and deadline.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! 🚀 #FutureReady #HannibalProud 🖤❤🏴☠️
📞 Faces Behind the Phone: Meet Staci Bryant, our fantastic Hannibal High School Secretary to the Principal since 2023. 🖤🏴☠️
🎉 Favorite thing about working at HPS: "The community of teachers, support staff, and students is my favorite thing about working at HPS."
⛳️ Outside of work: "I really enjoy playing golf outside of work!"
🏃♀️ Hidden hobby: "I started doing CrossFit last year!"
✍️ Fun fact: "All of the granddaughters from my grandmother's line are left handed! My sister and I are left handed, and all three of my daughters are left handed."
Thank you, Staci, for all you do! 🏴☠️
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📣Alumni Spotlight: Congratulations to our very own Hannah Bogue-Baker (Class of 2015) on living her dream as a Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader and performing at the Super Bowl this Sunday!🏈 🎉
From the HHS sidelines to one of the biggest stages in sports—Hannah, you inspire us!
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Starting TODAY (Feb. 3), we’re rolling out TWO major updates to our substitute teacher incentive program: ✨ $500 Appreciation Bonus – Substitutes who work 60+ days during the remainder of this school year (from February 3 - May 23) will receive a $500 bonus! 💰 $200 Referral Bonus – Know someone who’d make a great sub? Earn $200 for every qualified candidate you refer! Know someone who’d be a great sub? Send them our way! Refer here: https://ess.com/hannibal-friends/
🎉 Congratulations to the 89 juniors and seniors inducted into the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society this week! 🎓📜
Your dedication to history, civics, and social studies inspires us all. We’re so proud of you, Pirates! 🏴☠️
#HannibalProud #TogetherWeThrive
📸 Photo Courtesy of: Jim Coniglio
🎉Congratulations to these 76 fantastic students for being inducted into HHS's National Honor Society tonight! 👏 ❤️🏴☠️
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📸 Photo courtesy of: Whitney Noland
🎉 Quick shoutout to our amazing HMS library media specialist, Angie Odom! 🎉
Recently, Ms. Odom joined our 4th and 5th grade LEAP classes as a guest presenter, teaching students how to use Ebscohost Explora—a powerful tool for finding reliable information. 🖥️📚
Students are excited to use this resource on their independent research projects, and even prepare them for middle and high school! 💡🏴☠️ ❤
#HannibalProud #TogetherWeThrive
📸 Photos courtesy of: Tracy Murphy
Please join us in welcoming our new Communications Intern, Malika Sturm! ❤️🖤🏴☠️
Malika, a senior at HHS, is the oldest of 10 siblings and has a passion for photography. After graduation, she plans to enlist in the Air Force and pursue a degree in nursing.
Malika shared, "I love kids and am looking forward to spending more time with them in this role, and also contributing behind the scenes to help shine a light on the great things happening in our schools!"
She will be assisting our Communications Office with social media, photography, newsletters, and special projects throughout the district.
#HannibalProud #TogetherWeThrive #OnceaPirateAlwaysaPirate ❤️🖤🏴☠️
Hannibal Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ritchie Kracht as the district’s next superintendent, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Kracht brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to education and community engagement.
Dr. Kracht has served as the Superintendent of Clark County R-1 Schools in Kahoka, MO, since 2006. Throughout his 19 year tenure as a superintendent, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership in school operations, facility planning, and community collaboration. His notable accomplishments include the development of a 30-year facilities plan, the successful passage of two bond measures, and the construction of an Early Childhood Center. Additionally, Dr. Kracht played a pivotal role in the consolidation of three K-8 school districts into Clark County R-1, ensuring a smooth transition through collaboration with school leaders and stakeholders.
Dr. Kracht’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Hannibal Public Schools, and the district looks forward to his leadership in continuing to provide excellence in education.
Read the full article at: www.hannibal60.com
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Hannibal Public Schools will not be in session tomorrow- Tuesday January 21 - due to forecasted freezing temperatures and windchill.
Stay safe and warm Pirates! ❤️🏴☠️
