To get a sense of the needs the millage would address, our reporter spent several hours touring each campus in the district, hearing from administrators, teachers and students about the conditions learners have to cope with as they learn skills, compile projects and take high-stakes tests.
Those stories are:
“Superintendent Crossley shows problems at Clinton Primary millage could solve.” February 9, 2026.
“SWARK.Today reporter learns how millage can improve Yerger.” February 11, 2026.
“Touring Hope's Beryl Henry Elementary reveals needs millage could help.” February 13, 2026.
“At Hope High leaks, HVAC troubles hamper learning.” February 14, 2026.
SWARK.Today has also covered key informational events and campaign efforts that have been ongoing since January:
“HPS Superintendent Crossley makes case for millage increase.” January 19, 2026.
“Door-knocking to promote awareness of HPS millage took place Saturday.” February 23, 2026.
Note: Volunteers to take part in the second round of door knocking in Hope should meet at the former Garland Elementary School Saturday February 28th at 9:30 a.m.
Finally, you can see SWARK’s April Lovette interview Superintendent Jonathan Crossley about the millage proposal on our site.
Hope Public Schools’ own site devoted to the millage proposal is also a valuable source of information, as is the Friends of Hope Public Schools Facebook page.
Above photo: a campaign sign on the grounds of Beryl Henry Elementary.