Hancock Central School District
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PERSBACKER EARNS 1ST TEAM HONORS, PLACES 2ND OVERALL
Congratulations to our D-H golfers on a strong showing at yesterday’s MAC Championships in Delhi! The team finished 4th overall in a competitive field.
A special congratulations to Wyatt Persbacker, who earned 2nd overall with a score of 78 and was also selected as a MAC 1st Team All-Star for the season!
Wyatt has qualified for individual sectional play this spring, and the D-H golf team has also qualified for team sectionals this spring!
Congratulations to Wyatt and all of our D-H golfers on a great season and an exciting accomplishment! We are proud of you!
Congratulations to our D-H golfers on a strong showing at yesterday’s MAC Championships in Delhi! The team finished 4th overall in a competitive field.
A special congratulations to Wyatt Persbacker, who earned 2nd overall with a score of 78 and was also selected as a MAC 1st Team All-Star for the season!
Wyatt has qualified for individual sectional play this spring, and the D-H golf team has also qualified for team sectionals this spring!
Congratulations to Wyatt and all of our D-H golfers on a great season and an exciting accomplishment! We are proud of you!
FIELD HOCKEY SENIOR RECOGNITION TONIGHT
Tonight, we celebrate our D-H Field Hockey seniors! Join us under the lights at HCS as our team takes the field against Spencer Van Etten. The match is scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m., with senior recognition taking place before the game at 5:45 p.m.
Senior Recognition: 5:45 p.m.
Match Start: 6:00 p.m.
Hancock Central School
Come out and support our field hockey team as we recognize our seniors and cheer them on!
Tonight, we celebrate our D-H Field Hockey seniors! Join us under the lights at HCS as our team takes the field against Spencer Van Etten. The match is scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m., with senior recognition taking place before the game at 5:45 p.m.
Senior Recognition: 5:45 p.m.
Match Start: 6:00 p.m.
Hancock Central School
Come out and support our field hockey team as we recognize our seniors and cheer them on!
Free Health Condition and Resource Spotlights
Families, take a look at the resources below to learn more about chronic health conditions that may affect children and youth, as well as free public resources available to support children, youth, and families across New York State.
Families, take a look at the resources below to learn more about chronic health conditions that may affect children and youth, as well as free public resources available to support children, youth, and families across New York State.
HAPPY NATIONAL CUSTODIAN DAY!
Today, we are proud to recognize and celebrate our incredible HCS custodial and grounds crew! Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact you make is seen and felt throughout our entire school each and every day.
From keeping our classrooms, hallways, and common spaces clean and welcoming to caring for our grounds and helping make HCS a safe and comfortable place to learn, your dedication makes a difference in the lives of our students, staff, and families.
Please join us in thanking our HCS Custodial Team: Greg Gill, Anthony Miller, Jason Mead, Joe O’Brien, Jodi Newman, Ed Mitchell, Russell Blakeslee, Shaun Shannon
Thank you for all you do to take pride in our school and help make HCS a place we are proud to call home! We appreciate you today and every day!
Today, we are proud to recognize and celebrate our incredible HCS custodial and grounds crew! Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact you make is seen and felt throughout our entire school each and every day.
From keeping our classrooms, hallways, and common spaces clean and welcoming to caring for our grounds and helping make HCS a safe and comfortable place to learn, your dedication makes a difference in the lives of our students, staff, and families.
Please join us in thanking our HCS Custodial Team: Greg Gill, Anthony Miller, Jason Mead, Joe O’Brien, Jodi Newman, Ed Mitchell, Russell Blakeslee, Shaun Shannon
Thank you for all you do to take pride in our school and help make HCS a place we are proud to call home! We appreciate you today and every day!
FREE IEP WORKSHOP FOR FAMILIES
Join us for a free online workshop to learn more about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and how they support students with disabilities.
This workshop is a great opportunity for families to better understand the IEP process, learn how IEPs support student needs, and ask questions.
• Tuesday, October 20, 2026 - 12:00–2:00 p.m.
• Online via TEAMS - FREE to attend
Registration is required. Register here or at the QR code below:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/reqemdp
We encourage families to take advantage of this informative opportunity!
Join us for a free online workshop to learn more about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and how they support students with disabilities.
This workshop is a great opportunity for families to better understand the IEP process, learn how IEPs support student needs, and ask questions.
• Tuesday, October 20, 2026 - 12:00–2:00 p.m.
• Online via TEAMS - FREE to attend
Registration is required. Register here or at the QR code below:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/reqemdp
We encourage families to take advantage of this informative opportunity!
D-H FOOTBALL HOMECOMING WEEKEND!
Our D-H Eagles football team has two exciting Homecoming matchups coming up, and we want to see our Deposit and Hancock fans out supporting the team!
• This Saturday, October 3 – Deposit
D-H takes on Sidney for Deposit’s Homecoming game! - 1:30 p.m. kickoff
• Friday, October 23 – Hancock
D-H returns to Hancock to take on Delhi under the lights! - 7:00 p.m. kickoff
HCS will hold their Homecoming Parade on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 p.m., with a
Bonfire to follow at Fireman’s Field!
Mark your calendars and come out to support our D-H football team as we celebrate Homecoming in both Deposit and Hancock! Let’s pack the sidelines and bring the school spirit!
Our D-H Eagles football team has two exciting Homecoming matchups coming up, and we want to see our Deposit and Hancock fans out supporting the team!
• This Saturday, October 3 – Deposit
D-H takes on Sidney for Deposit’s Homecoming game! - 1:30 p.m. kickoff
• Friday, October 23 – Hancock
D-H returns to Hancock to take on Delhi under the lights! - 7:00 p.m. kickoff
HCS will hold their Homecoming Parade on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 p.m., with a
Bonfire to follow at Fireman’s Field!
Mark your calendars and come out to support our D-H football team as we celebrate Homecoming in both Deposit and Hancock! Let’s pack the sidelines and bring the school spirit!
GOLF PICKS UP VICTORY AGAINST GREENE
Congratulations to our D-H golfers on their 228-247 victory over Greene last night at French Woods Golf course!
Wyatt Persbacker led the way for D-H with an even-par 36 on the day, including 2 birdies and 5 pars. Wyatt chipped in for birdie from about 30 yards out on the final hole of his final home match! Holden Dufton added a 44 with 4 pars on the day, while Cooper Wormuth shot a 47 with 2 pars. Ethan Dennis added a par, while Talan Kille added 2 pars in the round.
The win moves D-H Golf to 8-5 on the season, with their final match set for tonight in Unatego. D-H will be competing in the MAC Championships, which are currently slated for this Monday, October 5th in Delhi. D-H has also qualified for team sectional play in the Spring!
Congratulations to you all!!
Congratulations to our D-H golfers on their 228-247 victory over Greene last night at French Woods Golf course!
Wyatt Persbacker led the way for D-H with an even-par 36 on the day, including 2 birdies and 5 pars. Wyatt chipped in for birdie from about 30 yards out on the final hole of his final home match! Holden Dufton added a 44 with 4 pars on the day, while Cooper Wormuth shot a 47 with 2 pars. Ethan Dennis added a par, while Talan Kille added 2 pars in the round.
The win moves D-H Golf to 8-5 on the season, with their final match set for tonight in Unatego. D-H will be competing in the MAC Championships, which are currently slated for this Monday, October 5th in Delhi. D-H has also qualified for team sectional play in the Spring!
Congratulations to you all!!
OCTOBER IMPORTANT DATES
Families, please take a look at the graphic below for important, upcoming dates during the month of October at HCS!
Families, please take a look at the graphic below for important, upcoming dates during the month of October at HCS!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HCEF SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
Congratulations to Marco Avila (Grade 12) and Madilynn Gustin (Grade 10), who were each awarded a $500 scholarship from the Hancock Community Education Foundation (HCEF) during College & Career Night last week!
We are proud to recognize Marco and Madilynn for this accomplishment and wish them continued success as they pursue their educational and career goals.
A special thank you to the HCEF for hosting such a wonderful evening and providing our students with valuable opportunities to connect with colleges, careers, and members of our community.
Congratulations, Marco and Madilynn! We are proud of you!
Congratulations to Marco Avila (Grade 12) and Madilynn Gustin (Grade 10), who were each awarded a $500 scholarship from the Hancock Community Education Foundation (HCEF) during College & Career Night last week!
We are proud to recognize Marco and Madilynn for this accomplishment and wish them continued success as they pursue their educational and career goals.
A special thank you to the HCEF for hosting such a wonderful evening and providing our students with valuable opportunities to connect with colleges, careers, and members of our community.
Congratulations, Marco and Madilynn! We are proud of you!
KICKING OFF THE SCHOOL YEAR AT HCS!
Yesterday, our elementary students and staff came together for a fun Kick-Off the School Year Assembly! It was a great opportunity to celebrate our first few weeks together, introduce our school goals, and build excitement for all that the new school year has in store.
Our students had a blast getting involved in some fun games and taking on a teamwork challenge that encouraged them to work together, cheer each other on, and show their Wildcat spirit!
We are off to a fantastic start, and we’re excited to see what this school year brings! Go Wildcats!
Yesterday, our elementary students and staff came together for a fun Kick-Off the School Year Assembly! It was a great opportunity to celebrate our first few weeks together, introduce our school goals, and build excitement for all that the new school year has in store.
Our students had a blast getting involved in some fun games and taking on a teamwork challenge that encouraged them to work together, cheer each other on, and show their Wildcat spirit!
We are off to a fantastic start, and we’re excited to see what this school year brings! Go Wildcats!
SCHOOL LUNCH MENU
October is right around the corner, and with that comes a new lunch and breakfast menu! Take a look at our breakfast & lunch menus at HCS for the month of October!
October is right around the corner, and with that comes a new lunch and breakfast menu! Take a look at our breakfast & lunch menus at HCS for the month of October!
SCHOOL PICTURES NEXT WEEK
Families, Upstate Images will be taking school pictures at HCS on Tuesday, October 6th, for the MS-HS, and Wednesday, October 7th for the Elementary School. Picture forms were sent home with students last week, but please contact the main office if you need another one. Digital ordering information is listed below.
Visit https://vando.imagequix.com/S9SRC9J and enter the school Online Code 2778F2627 (elementary) or 1914F2627 (MS-HS) to order online. (The preorder site closes 48 hours after the last picture day.)
Post picture day ordering is available once the proof sheet is emailed to your school preferred email or sent to the school, these orders include an additional shipping fee and are mailed directly to your home address.
Questions, please contact customer service at 1-855-773-3321 (M-F from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm).
LEARNING ABOUT THE BUTTERFLY LIFE CYCLE!
Our UPK and Kindergarten students had a sweet and engaging learning experience this past Friday as they explored the life cycle of a butterfly through an edible lesson!
Students learned about the different stages of a butterfly’s life cycle while creating and enjoying a tasty representation of each stage. What a fun and memorable way to bring science to life!
We love seeing our youngest Wildcats learning, creating, and having fun along the way!
Our UPK and Kindergarten students had a sweet and engaging learning experience this past Friday as they explored the life cycle of a butterfly through an edible lesson!
Students learned about the different stages of a butterfly’s life cycle while creating and enjoying a tasty representation of each stage. What a fun and memorable way to bring science to life!
We love seeing our youngest Wildcats learning, creating, and having fun along the way!
D-H FOOTBALL TOPS BGAH FOR DIVISIONAL WIN
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles Football team for fighting and grinding their way to a 14-6 divisional victory on the road against BGAH this past Friday!
Trailing 6-0 at half, Jake D’Elia gave the Eagles a 7-6 lead after a massive kick return TD to start the 3rd quarter. D’Elia also had a huge run to set up the 2nd TD, which Peyton Fortunato scored on a QB sneak.
The win puts D-H at 2-1 on the year, with DCS homecoming taking place this weekend as D-H takes on Sidney (Saturday, 10/3 at DCS – 1:30 p.m. kickoff).
Best of luck and keep up the good work!
https://www.wicz.com/sports/deposit-hancock-earns-divisional-road-win-at-bgah/article_21718e9a-15a3-4c38-8b1a-8827700e638f.html?shem=aimgspe
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles Football team for fighting and grinding their way to a 14-6 divisional victory on the road against BGAH this past Friday!
Trailing 6-0 at half, Jake D’Elia gave the Eagles a 7-6 lead after a massive kick return TD to start the 3rd quarter. D’Elia also had a huge run to set up the 2nd TD, which Peyton Fortunato scored on a QB sneak.
The win puts D-H at 2-1 on the year, with DCS homecoming taking place this weekend as D-H takes on Sidney (Saturday, 10/3 at DCS – 1:30 p.m. kickoff).
Best of luck and keep up the good work!
https://www.wicz.com/sports/deposit-hancock-earns-divisional-road-win-at-bgah/article_21718e9a-15a3-4c38-8b1a-8827700e638f.html?shem=aimgspe
CLASS OF 2027 - SENIORS STAKE THEIR CLAIM!
Our Class of 2027 seniors are officially staking their claim to their student parking spots!
Our seniors recently received their very own Class of 2027 parking sign, giving them the chance to personalize their spot and show off their class pride in style.
The excitement was easy to see as our seniors proudly received their signs and marked their parking spaces as their own. It’s another fun milestone as they continue their journey through their final years at HCS!
We can’t wait to see these signs proudly displayed throughout the student parking lot!
Go Wildcats!
Our Class of 2027 seniors are officially staking their claim to their student parking spots!
Our seniors recently received their very own Class of 2027 parking sign, giving them the chance to personalize their spot and show off their class pride in style.
The excitement was easy to see as our seniors proudly received their signs and marked their parking spaces as their own. It’s another fun milestone as they continue their journey through their final years at HCS!
We can’t wait to see these signs proudly displayed throughout the student parking lot!
Go Wildcats!
STUDENT POETRY CONTEST
See the form below for information on entering a Nationwide student poetry contest through www.appelley.org . They are offering over $3,000 in prizes, including a $500 first place prize for each division (3-5, 6-8 and 9-12).
The mailing deadline is November 12, 2026. Good luck to all of our students who enter the contest!!
See the form below for information on entering a Nationwide student poetry contest through www.appelley.org . They are offering over $3,000 in prizes, including a $500 first place prize for each division (3-5, 6-8 and 9-12).
The mailing deadline is November 12, 2026. Good luck to all of our students who enter the contest!!
D-H FOOTBALL BATTLES HARD AGAINST SCHUYLER
The Deposit-Hancock Eagles fought hard last week in a 21-8 loss to Schuyler. Jake D’Elia found the end zone on an impressive 38-yard touchdown run, with Xavier Esolen adding the two-point conversion. Clark Porosky also made a nice catch on a pass from Peyton Fortunato.
The Eagles turn their attention to a big divisional matchup this Friday, September 25, as D-H hits the road to take on BG-AH. Kickoff is set for 7:00 PM!
Let’s go, Eagles!
The Deposit-Hancock Eagles fought hard last week in a 21-8 loss to Schuyler. Jake D’Elia found the end zone on an impressive 38-yard touchdown run, with Xavier Esolen adding the two-point conversion. Clark Porosky also made a nice catch on a pass from Peyton Fortunato.
The Eagles turn their attention to a big divisional matchup this Friday, September 25, as D-H hits the road to take on BG-AH. Kickoff is set for 7:00 PM!
Let’s go, Eagles!
TOMORROW IS NY THURSDAYS AT HCS!
We’re looking forward to another delicious NY Thursdays meal tomorrow! Our students will be enjoying:
- Teriyaki Pork & Veggie Rice Bowl
- Egg Roll
- Sesame Roasted Green Beans
- Apple
- Milk
A big thank you to our incredible Food Service Team for the wonderful job you do each and every day to provide our students with delicious, nutritious meals! We appreciate all that you do!
We’re looking forward to another delicious NY Thursdays meal tomorrow! Our students will be enjoying:
- Teriyaki Pork & Veggie Rice Bowl
- Egg Roll
- Sesame Roasted Green Beans
- Apple
- Milk
A big thank you to our incredible Food Service Team for the wonderful job you do each and every day to provide our students with delicious, nutritious meals! We appreciate all that you do!
FALL SPORTS PICTURES - SEPTEMBER 30
Families, Fall sports pictures will take place next Wednesday, September 30th, for our D-H student athletes!
Use the QR code or click on the link below to access the prepay site from Park Studio.
https://www.prepaysystems.com/view/ZzlsVXGW/d-h-eagles?utm_campaign=d-h-eagles&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_source=studio_link
D-H ATHLETICS UPDATE!
It was a great stretch for our Deposit-Hancock Eagles, with both Field Hockey and Volleyball earning impressive victories recently!
D-H Field Hockey blanked Newark Valley 10-0 in a Section IV non-division matchup yesterday! Abby Davie led the Eagles with 3 goals, while Nora Bartholomew added 2 goals. Braylee Marino and Braidynn Marino each recorded a goal and an assist, with Jordan Diemer, Victoria Green, and Teeghan Tarbox also finding the back of the net. Lily Avila added 2 assists.
The Eagles are back in action tomorrow, September 24, at Sidney, with a 7:00 p.m. start under the lights.
D-H Volleyball picked up a 3-0 MAC victory over Greene on the road Monday evening, winning 25-18, 25-18, and 25-17! Haley Begeal recorded 12 service points and 3 digs, while Kourtney Woodmansee contributed 6 assists, 3 aces, and 3 kills.
Congratulations to both teams on their victories, and best of luck to our Eagles in their upcoming games!
