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THE HOPKINS PROMISE
Hopkins promises an educational experience for students ages 0-21 that prepares them to succeed in our increasingly complex, rapidly changing world. Our students are recognized as global scholars — who work collaboratively, disrupt the status quo, and solve some of the world’s most complex problems. They are the best and brightest citizens of tomorrow. Together, we are creating a better world by inspiring each student to reach their full potential.
Gatewood News
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Gatewood School Supply 2021 - 2022
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At the Nov. 24 School Board meeting, the Hopkins School Board voted on the reimagine school parameters recommendations, including approving a later start time for secondary schools for next year and transitioning sixth-graders to middle school and 9th graders to the high school the following year (2023-24).
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Hopkins School Board member Steve Adams has been named to the 2022 All-State School Board, which is the Minnesota School Boards Association’s (MSBA) most prestigious award. Adams’ Board colleagues surprised him with the news of the award at the Nov. 23 School Board Meeting. His recognition included a video highlighting his service in Hopkins and cake and refreshments.
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Learn about the current successes and plans for the 2022-23 school year of VirtualEDU at Hopkins Public Schools.
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Students at Gatewood are building rigorous academic skills that they will need in the real world while incorporating outdoor learning and holistic education.
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Jones is one of one of twelve fellows who will receive meaningful mentoring as writers of picture books, middle grade, and young adult literature.