Hancock Central School District

4TH GRADERS VISIT DELAWARE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Yesterday, our 4th-grade students took a step back in time during their visit to the Delaware County Historical Society! Students learned about life in Delaware County during the 1800s and early 1900s through hands-on activities and historical displays. Some highlights from the day included spinning wool, making butter, and trying their hand at sewing—just like people did over a century ago! It was a fun and educational trip that brought local history to life! Thank you to the Delaware County Historical Society for hosting us!

3RD GRADE VISITS ANIMAL ADVENTURE! Lions and Tigers and Bears—Oh My! Yesterday, Mrs. Cooper’s 3rd-grade class went wild on a field trip to Animal Adventure Preserve! Despite the hot weather, our students had a blast exploring the preserve and learning about a wide variety of animals. From Oliver the giraffe to playful otters, mighty lions, curious monkeys, and even water buffalo and kangaroos—there was something amazing around every corner. One of the class favorites? The adorable capybara! Thank you to Animal Adventure Preserve for a memorable day of fun and learning!

BIRTHDAY, GOLD SLIP WINNER We had one birthday to celebrate at yesterday's Morning Program, happy birthday to Lillie Walker! Lillie, we hope you have a wonderful birthday!! We also selected this week’s gold slip winner, congratulations to Ashley Wildey on being selected. Ashley is pictured with Mrs. Robinson and her prize!

STUDENT OF THE WEEK Congratulations to this week’s student of the week at Hancock elementary, Dawson Dufton! Dawson was chosen by Mrs. Saxby, who had the following to say about Dawson (Mrs. Saxby was absent, so Mrs. Cooper spoke on Mrs. Saxby’s behalf): “I had the privilege of recognizing a student who has exemplified perseverance, kindness and dedication throughout the school year. No matter how tough the date, Dawson has showed up with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a heart full of kindness to those around him. What stands out more than his academic progress is his character; his compassion, patience and work ethic have made a real impact in his classes. The year hasn’t been easy at times, but Dawson has never given up and because of that he grown tremendously.” Excellent job, Dawson, keep up the great work!!

SOFTBALL REGIONALS TOMORROW Good luck to our Section IV, Class C Champion D-H Eagles as they head into Regional play tomorrow, Wednesday, June 5, to take on Section III Champion Sandy Creek! Location: Greenlight Grand Slam Park, Binghamton, NY Time: 5:00 PM Tickets: Purchase on GoFan https://gofan.co/event/3666892?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV Admission Info: • $9.40 General Admission via GoFan Digital Ticketing • $10.00 General Admission (Cash) • Children 10 and under: FREE • Section & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted • On-site iPads and credit card readers available • QR code flyers will also be posted for digital ticketing access Let’s rally behind our Eagles as they look to punch their ticket to the state final four!

Thank You, Mrs. Feeney and Mr. Mitchell! A big THANK YOU to Mrs. Feeney for joining our elementary Morning Program today to talk with students about the important value of perseverance. Mrs. Feeney engaged the students by first asking them what they thought perseverance means, then explaining it clearly and meaningfully. She gave real-life examples and invited students to participate by giving a thumbs up if someone was showing perseverance—or a thumbs down if they weren’t. It was a great way to help our Wildcats understand and recognize this powerful trait in action! Mrs. Feeney also presented this week’s Triple B Awards, which went to: Maja Noble, Katrina Siegler, Kallen Robinson, Jaxson Titus, Harper Bartholomew and Mia Cotza. Great job showing what it means to Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible! We also want to thank Mr. Mitchell, who awarded the Golden Trash Can to the class that has kept their classroom the cleanest at the end of the school year. Congratulations to Mrs. Smith’s class, who earned this special award—and a pizza party coming soon! Way to go, Wildcats!

Important End-of-Year Events & Countdown at Hancock Central School! Dear HCS Families, As the school year winds down, we want to remind you of some important upcoming events and share a quick countdown: • Only 9 days of school left for High School students! • Only 16 days of school left for Elementary and Middle School students! Let’s finish out the year strongly and make the most of every day! Please see the attached graphic for details on upcoming celebrations, exams, and special activities planned as we wrap up the year. Your support is key to a successful finish! Thank you for being part of the Hancock Central School community. Let’s end this school year on a high note!

HCS Welcomes the John Lennon Real Love Project! Today, students in grades 3–8 at Hancock Central School had the extraordinary opportunity to participate in the John Lennon Real Love Project (JLRLP)—a visionary songwriting and recording program made possible by the STEAM Fund in partnership with Theatre Within. During this powerful workshop, students: - Learned about John Lennon’s life, music, and core values of peace, love, and equality - Collaborated with professional teaching artists to write their own lyrics to Lennon’s song “Real Love” - Recorded their own version of the song—featuring John’s original piano and vocal tracks! As part of the experience, students also engaged in meaningful conversations about kindness—sharing ideas on how they can be kind and helpful to others at school, at home, and in their community. These thoughtful discussions encouraged students to reflect on how small acts of kindness can have a big impact—echoing Lennon’s message of love and unity. This unique program helps students find their voices while using music as a platform to promote positive change. Their finished recording will be shared on the John Lennon Tribute YouTube Channel, showcasing their creativity and compassion for a global audience. A heartfelt thank you to the JLRLP team—Beth Bierko, Gary Siegel, and Scott Bierko—for bringing this unforgettable experience to HCS and inspiring our students to imagine, create, and care. Endorsed by Yoko Ono and the Lennon Estate, the John Lennon Real Love Project reminds us all that real love begins with young voices and big ideas. Learn more about the program at https://steamfund.org

Time to celebrate!!! This afternoon we will be celebrating our recent Section IV Championships with a celebratory parade in both the Deposit and Hancock communities! We will be celebrating D-H T&F athlete Mirabella for her 3000 meter Section IV Class D championship and our D-H baseball and softball teams for their Section IV Class C championships! It will start in Deposit at 5:30, then continue in Hancock around 6:15! Come out and show your support if you are able!!! 🚒 🚒🚒 Deposit Fire DepartmentHancock Volunteer Fire Department-OfficialHancock Central School District

BASEBALL WINS SECTIONAL TITLE! Congratulations to our D-H Eagles baseball team on winning the Section IV Championship yesterday at Mirabito stadium! The #2 seeded Eagles were down 2-0 early on against #1 seed, Trumansburg, but fought back, tying the game 2-2 in the 3rd inning. D-H added 5 runs in the 5th and 4 more in the 6th to pull away. Final score, 11 to 3! Excellent work, guys. Congratulations on becoming Section IV Class C Champions!!

LITTLE CATS NIGHT OUT We would like to thank all of our UPK and Kindergarten families that showed up to our ‘Little Cats Night Out’ last night! It was wonderful opportunity to meet our incoming UPK & K students and their families, thank you for attending!

JUNE BREAKFAST-LUNCH MENUS Take a look at the pictures below for our breakfast and lunch menus for the month of June at HCS!

BASEBALL SECTION IV CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAM See the images below for the 2025 Section IV Baseball B,C & D Championship program, which includes our D-H Eagles! Good luck today, fellas!!

SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TICKET INFORMATION Tickets for this afternoon’s Section IV championship may be purchased via the information below: - Deposit-Hancock vs Trumansburg - Baseball Class C Championships @ Mirabito Stadium - 5/30 @ 4:00 pm. - Direct link - https://gofan.co/event/3647950?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV Admission is: $7.30 General Admission through GoFan Digital Ticketing $8.00 General Admission Cash Ticket Children 10 and under are free Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes are accepted The QR Code Flyer and a Ipad w/credit card reader will be available at the ticket table for spectators use. Good luck, guys, bring it home!!

Order Your Elementary Yearbook Today! Dear Parent/Guardian, Don’t miss out on the memories—order your Elementary Yearbook early! To pre-order, please fill out the order form sent home with your child and return it to the elementary office in a labeled envelope with $5.00 (cash or check) by June 4, 2025. Quantities are limited, so be sure to reserve your copy today! If you have any questions, please contact the elementary office.

JV SOFTBALL WINS MAC CHAMPIONSHIP Congratulations to our D-H JV Softball team on securing the MAC Championship with their 16-1 victory over Oxford last night! Emma Tice drove in 6 runs on 3 hits, while Karynn Appley and Jordan Diemer went 2-3 at the plate. Appley collected 2 rbi and 3 runs, while Diemer had 1 rbi and 4 runs. The JV Lady Eagles also received hits from Averie Lester, Jovie Linkroum, Autumn Dohanic and Piper Davie on the evening. On the mound, Jordan Diemer was dominant, striking out 10 batters while allowing no hits and a single run over 5 innings. Excellent work, girls, way to go!!

STUDENT OF THE WEEK, GOLD SLIP WINNER Congratulations to this week’s student of the week at Hancock elementary, Elijah Fraser! Elijah was chosen by Ms. Milk, as she stated, because, “He has grown tremendously in the last few years, is a great friend to his classmates and is always trying to do the right thing in class.” Wonderful job, Elijah!! Also, our gold slip winner was chosen at yesterday’s program, congratulations to Hudson Dufton! Hudson is pictured with his prize! Great work by both of you!

Take Flight Toward a Future in Aviation! DCMO BOCES invites students and families to Aviation Career Exploration Day – a FREE community event! -Saturday, June 14 -9:00 AM – 2:00 PM -Lt. Warren Eaton Airport, Norwich, NY Explore exciting careers in aviation – from pilots and mechanics to air traffic controllers and drone operators! Meet with aviation schools like Mohawk Valley CC and SUNY Schenectady and connect with experts from the Experimental Aircraft Association. Also, the EAA Young Eagles Program will offer FREE introductory flights for students 10+ (parental approval required – sign up on site).

VARSITY SOFTBALL BEGINS SECTIONAL PLAY Good luck to our D-H Eagles softball team as they begin sectional play this afternoon, taking on Harpursville at 4:30 p.m. in Deposit. The #1-seeded Lady Eagles had a bye in the first round, which began this past Thursday. If they win tonight, D-H will play in the sectional semifinals this Thursday, 5/29. The sectional championship is scheduled for Saturday, 5/31, at Greenlight Grand Slam Park. Best of luck, ladies!!

Thank You, Randy & Cindy Whiting! We were honored to welcome Randy and Cindy Whiting to today’s Morning Program! They spoke with our students about the importance of Memorial Day and took time to thank all those who have served our country. Randy and Cindy also generously delivered copies of "The Impossible Patriotism Project" by Linda Skeers to our third-grade students and shared information about their “Legacy of Honor” essay contest, which is open to all students. Thank you, Randy and Cindy, for your continued support and for inspiring our students to remember and honor the true meaning of service and sacrifice