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The beginning of this school year has brought both challenges and opportunities. While recent events may have placed New Hope in the spotlight, they do not define who we are or the important work happening on our campus each day.

New Hope is not a punishment—it is an opportunity. It is a place where students can regain lost ground, rebuild confidence, and continue moving toward graduation. No matter what the future holds, we have this year—and we intend to make every day count.

Together, we will continue moving forward with purpose, supporting Every Student. Every Day. Every Opportunity.

With hope and purpose,

Mrs. Hutchins

Proud Principal of New Hope High School

Confidence means believing in your ability to overcome adversity and achieve your goals. It means taking initiative and acting with purpose.

Confidence is a trait we want every student to develop while attending New Hope High School. We encourage students to believe in themselves and recognize that, no matter how challenging the path may seem, they are capable of making it across the graduation stage.

For some students, developing confidence begins with overcoming the feeling that they were “sent” to New Hope. NHHS is not a punishment—it is an opportunity. It is a supportive environment where students can regain lost ground, get back on track, and create a new path toward graduation.

Confidence grows when students:

• Set meaningful and achievable goals.
• Recognize and celebrate small accomplishments.
• Ask for help when they need it.
• Learn from mistakes without giving up.
• Take responsibility for their choices.
• Continue moving forward when the path becomes difficult.

Every completed assignment, earned credit, improved grade, and day of consistent attendance is evidence of progress. The path may not always be easy, but the light at the end leads directly across the graduation stage.

Believe you can. Take the next step. Keep moving forward.

New Hope High School students may be assigned up to two class periods each day to work on courses needed for graduation. Because students come to us with different academic histories, we offer two credit-recovery pathways.

This pathway is for a course the student previously completed but did not pass. Because the student has already received instruction in the subject, the CR course focuses on reviewing the most important concepts and preparing the student to demonstrate mastery.

Students must:

• Watch all assigned course summaries and instructional videos.
• Complete any interactive activities embedded in the videos.
• Take notes to use as a study resource.
• Complete a proctored final exam in a secure testing environment.

Students may use their course notes during the final exam. On the first attempt, they must earn at least 70% to receive credit.

If a student does not earn 70%:

1. The student receives a second opportunity to take the final exam and is encouraged to review notes and challenging concepts before testing again.
2. After the second attempt, the student may submit qualifying notes and use up to five Knowledge Passes to add points to the score. Potentially adding up to 10 points.
3. If the student still does not reach the required score, the student must sign up for a tutoring session to receive in-person support before moving forward.

This pathway is for a course the student has not previously had an opportunity to complete. Because the content is new, the student must complete the entire course, including:

• Warm-Ups
• Instruction
• Summaries
• Assignments
• Quizzes
• Tests
• Final Exam

The primary difference between the two pathways is the amount of instruction required. A CR course recognizes that the student has already been exposed to the material, while an FC course provides all instruction and activities because the material is new to the student.

Credit Recovery (CR) = 16-20 hours

Full Course (FC) = 42 - 48 hours

Students may receive up to two hours of credit-recovery time each school day. Over two weeks, that can provide approximately 16 hours of class time:

2 hours per day × 4 days per week × 2 weeks = 16 hours

This means a CR course may take more than two weeks, and an FC course will require considerably more time. Students may need to work at home in addition to using their assigned class periods. Consistent effort during every assigned period is essential.

NHHS will also begin offering selected credit-recovery courses through in-person instruction. These opportunities will rotate with students’ assigned PE time, and courses will be offered at different times throughout the year.

To participate, students must:

• Sign up for the available course.
• Attend every required note-taking and instructional session.
• Arrive prepared and participate actively.
• Follow all instructions and expectations.
• Avoid behavior that interferes with another student’s opportunity to learn.

A student who disrupts the learning environment will be removed from the in-person portion of that course and will not be allowed to continue with that particular opportunity. The student may participate in another credit-recovery opportunity offered at a later date.

Credit recovery gives students an opportunity to regain lost ground, but earning credit still requires time, effort, and proof of learning. Students are expected to use every assigned credit-recovery period productively, take meaningful notes, ask for help, and complete work outside of school when necessary.

Every completed course moves a student one step closer to graduation.

Knowledge Passes are earned by students who demonstrate positive learning behaviors throughout the school day. Any teacher may award a Knowledge Pass when a student:

• Arrives on time and is ready to learn.
• Remains on task.
• Participates in an assignment or class discussion.
• Engages appropriately during a lesson.
• Demonstrates effort and perseverance.
• Supports a positive learning environment.
• Shows responsibility for their own learning.

There is no single way to earn a Knowledge Pass—and no limit to the number a student may earn. Once earned, a Knowledge Pass belongs to the student and cannot be taken away.

Knowledge Passes are designed to encourage students to participate, arrive on time, remain engaged, and be mindful of the learning taking place in class. After a student’s second credit-recovery final exam attempt, up to five Knowledge Passes may be submitted to help improve the student’s score.

Show up. Participate. Stay engaged. Earn Knowledge Passes.

Projects should be at individual schools from Monday, October 5th through Thursday, the 8th for each school's judging.

Projects that are going on to Gann Cafeteria for interviews must be in the cafeteria to set up on Thursday afternoon the cafeteria will be open from 3:00 until 6:00 on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Students must be sitting with their project for the interviews on Friday morning.

The judging interviews will be on Friday morning as follows:

9:00 am for grades K-3,

10:00 am for grades 4-5

11:00 am for grades 6-12.

Public viewing is scheduled for noon-3:00, and the awards will be presented promptly at 3:00 pm. Any projects that are not picked up after the awards will be disposed of.

My name is Karla Nye, and I am beginning my 30th year as a School Counselor. This is my second year at New Hope, and I am excited to continue serving our students and families.

I come from a long line of educators and have always enjoyed working in schools. Although I initially planned to pursue Social Work or Psychology, I found that school counseling allowed me to combine my passion for helping others with my love of education.

I am married and have two adult children and one child who is a senior in high school. My family has always been a source of strength and inspiration.

Serving others has always been at the heart of who I am. While some days are busy and challenging, seeing students experience those "aha" moments makes every effort worthwhile. One of the greatest rewards of my career is watching students walk across the graduation stage and earn their diplomas.

I firmly believe every student can graduate. Each student's journey may look different, and some may need extra support or take an alternative path, but every student has the ability to succeed. It is a privilege to encourage, support, and advocate for students as they work toward achieving their goals, and I look forward to continuing to make a positive difference in the lives of the students and families at New Hope.

Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, I have proudly called Lovington home for the past 15 years. I am a proud mother of three wonderful children and enjoy spending time with my two cats and one dog. When I'm not at work, I love being outdoors. Camping, fishing, and spending time at the lake are some of my favorite ways to relax and make memories with my family.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with our students. I enjoy getting to know each student as an individual and strive to create a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone feels heard and valued. I hope that every student I have the privilege of working with knows they are respected, understood, and encouraged to succeed.

A few fun facts about me:

• My favorite movie is Teen Witch.
• I cheer for the Chicago Bears and the Boston Red Sox.
• My favorite cuisine is authentic Mexican food from Albuquerque.
• My dream vacation is to visit Dubai someday.
• I enjoy crocheting in my free time.
• My favorite quote is, "Trust God in all that you do, and always have faith."

I look forward to another great year at New Hope High School and to continuing to serve and support our students, staff, and families.