Joe Clark endorses Sandra Irwin for the School Committee, praising her focus on student needs, strategic planning, and her dedication as a mother and global marketing strategist. Vote for Sandra.
As AI technology evolves, Hopkinton High School faces challenges balancing responsible AI use and academic integrity. Administrators emphasize the importance of students producing original work amidst concerns about critical thinking. To navigate AI’s role in education, a “green light, yellow light, red light” system is proposed alongside new AI literacy courses to enhance responsible technology use.
History of RAD in Hopkinton What began in the early 1990s as a small self-defense initiative in Virginia has grown into a cornerstone of student life in Hopkinton. Each year, the RAD (Rape Aggression Defense) program teaches hundreds of students not only how...
Maci Ober joins HopNews as a contributor for her Senior Capstone Experience, focusing on school-related journalism and student perspectives.
Hopkinton High School honored 14 senior athletes during its annual D3 Recognition Day, celebrating their commitments to compete in NCAA Division III sports. This tradition acknowledges their dedication to athletics and academics, highlighting the importance of character over scholarships. The ceremony inspires younger students about the rewards of hard work in both sports and academics.
Hopkinton faces an uncontested race for two School Committee seats, with candidate Sravana Krishna criticized for his dismissive and confrontational communication style. This behavior raises concerns about his temperament and fitness for office. Community members are urged to run for positions to ensure a thorough evaluation of candidates, fostering strong leadership in education.
Performance Dates (HHS Auditorium) Friday, March 5: 4:30 P.M.Saturday, March 6: 7:00 P.M.Sunday, March 7: 7:00 P.M. Thornton Wilder’s Our Town doesn’t bother with grand gestures or flashy drama. Instead, it zeroes in on the everyday breakfast tables, kids heading...
A mother grapples with her child’s leukemia diagnosis, a disease characterized by uncontrolled white blood cell production. Various leukemia types, like acute myeloid and chronic lymphocytic, present unique challenges. Treatment has evolved, with innovations like gene therapy. Amidst this, Operation Orange emerges, educating communities on leukemia and advocating for awareness and understanding.
On Thanksgiving morning, as Hopkinton faced Ashland, junior Gabe Cafazzo reflected on his football journey amid a challenging season. Despite the team’s struggles, he emerged as a leader, inspiring teammates and remaining focused on personal growth. The game symbolized not just a loss, but the end of an era for graduating seniors and Cafazzo’s impending transition.
The Hopkinton School Committee is deliberating between two school calendars for 2026-27: one with additional religious holidays and another limited to federal holidays. The decision will weigh considerations of inclusion, instructional time, community values, and equity. Neighboring districts offer various models, reflecting differing approaches to balancing recognition and legal neutrality.
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