Hancock Central School District

D-H Softball Hosts MAC Semifinal Tonight Best of luck to our Deposit-Hancock Eagles Softball team as they face Oxford in the MAC Semifinals tonight at 4:30 p.m. in Deposit. The top-seeded Lady Eagles (10-0 in MAC play, 14-2 overall) are currently ranked #1 in New York State Class C and will host #4-seeded Oxford for a chance to advance to the MAC Championship. The winner will take on the winner of the Greene vs. Bainbridge-Guilford matchup. The MAC Championship is scheduled for Thursday, May 15, with the higher seed hosting. Go Eagles—keep the momentum going!

SWINGING IN THE SUN! Thank you to Mrs. Wormuth for sending in some pictures of our UPK, Kindergarten and 1st graders enjoying the swing upgrades on the Elementary playground at yesterday's recess!

ELEMENTARY AWARDS A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for this morning’s Elementary Quarter 3 Awards Morning Program! We had a wonderful turnout, and it was so nice to see families and friends celebrating our students’ hard work and accomplishments. Congratulations to all of our award recipients! High Honor Roll: Wyatt Drake, Kira Kilian, Abigail Davis, Sara Saul Honor Roll: Jo’siyah Wright, Mia Cotza, Grayson Speer, Cade Thomason, Sawyer Dufton, Leeann Miller, Landon Emerich, Harper Bartholomew Merit Roll: Lillie Walker, Kyla Blakeslee, Liah Chapman, Neven Brkaric, Onyx Morgan, Bentley Wignall, Rowan Conklin, Oliver Haskell, Analise Robinson, Dawson Dufton Perfect Attendance: Kyla Blakeslee, Emalinne Davis, Tanner Davis, Everly Dufton, Hudson Dufton, Isaac Nero, Nicholas Picozzi, Aniyah Rubera, Natalia Tarbox, Cora Thomason Koalaty Kid Awards Greatest Improvement: Liliana Mayer, Leilani Thompson, Zander Wahl, Jade Morgan, Neven Brkaric, Patricia Matucha, Cade Thomason – Music, Jo’siyah Wright – Music, Emma Ruiz – Library Greatest Effort: Liberty Gerchman-VanLoan, Isaac Nero, Tanner Davis, Emalinne Davis, Onyx Morgan, Liah Chapman, Lillie Walker – Music, Carter Chandler – Music, Spencer Zazeckie – PE, Addison Bolster – PE, Wyatt Drake – PE, Landon Emerich – Library Positive Attitude: Asher Barnhart, Jayden Genao, Karissa Mack, Jacob Bogart, Landon Emerich, Cora Possemato, Onyx Morgan – Music, Cayson Barnhart – PE, Addison Bolster – Library Problem Solvers: Edith Vanderwall, Alejandro Ruiz, Jaxson Titus, Abigail Davis, Kyla Blakeslee, Karliyah St. Hubert – PE, Cristian Sparacio – Library Happy Helper: Emilia Tcimpidis Most Creative in Art: Liliana Mayer, Oscar Kline-Becker, Alejandro Ruiz, Elijah Fraser, Patricia Matucha We’re so proud of all our Wildcats for their continued effort, growth, and positivity! Keep up the great work!

LEARNING LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN ACTION! Today, our 11th and 12th grade students had the unique opportunity to meet with several Town of Hancock officials to learn more about how local government works and what it takes to keep a town running smoothly. As a lead-in to this experience, HCS senior Ashton Aceves-Amaya filmed the April Town of Hancock Board Meeting, giving our students a firsthand look at town operations. As a follow-up, town officials Tim Newman, Jerry Vernold, and Cindy Whiting visited our school to discuss the many responsibilities and roles they fulfill in service to our community. To wrap things up, students enjoyed a fun round of government trivia—putting their new knowledge to the test! A big THANK YOU to Mr. Ogozalek for organizing this incredible learning opportunity for our future leaders!

MS-HS QUARTER 3 AWARDS NEXT WEEK Please join us for the Middle School–High School Quarter 3 Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, May 20th at 1:45 p.m. in the MS-HS Auditorium! Families are welcome to attend—doors will open at 1:40 p.m. at the 2nd floor entrance. During the ceremony, we will also proudly announce our Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2025! We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate our students' hard work and achievements!

FRUIT LOOP GRAPHING Mrs. Cooper’s class has been learning about different types of graphs. Yesterday, her students sorted, organized, and graphed fruit loop colors! Students had a blast sorting their colors and creating tally charts to organize their data. Students then created colorful graphs to display and share their results! Of course, once the data was organized, the students had a little fruit loop snack! Nice work, everyone!

ELEMENTARY QUARTER 3 AWARDS TOMORROW We’re excited to announce that Quarter 3 Awards will be presented during tomorrow’s Morning Program at Hancock Elementary! Morning Program begins at approximately 8:30 a.m. Come celebrate our students’ hard work and achievements — we look forward to seeing you there!

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! Hancock Central School would like to wish a very Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures in our school community! Thank you for your love, guidance, and endless support. Your strength and care help shape the lives of our students and inspire all of us every day. We appreciate you—today and always.

THANK YOU TO OUR CUSTODIAL AND TRANSPORTATION STAFFS! This Staff Appreciation Week, we proudly recognize the hardworking custodial and transportation teams at Hancock Central School—true unsung heroes who help keep our school running every single day. To our custodians: You are the first ones in and the last ones out—cleaning, fixing, setting up, and making sure our buildings are safe, welcoming, and ready for learning. Your work behind the scenes makes a big difference, and we are so grateful for your dedication and attention to detail. From snow removal to sanitizing classrooms, you do it all with pride and care. To our transportation staff: You are the trusted hands behind the wheel, ensuring our students get to and from school safely each day. Rain, snow, or shine—you show up with a smile, a warm greeting, and a commitment to safety. Your calm presence and dependability make you an important part of each student's daily experience. Your work may often happen early in the morning or late at night, but please know that your impact is felt around the clock. Thank you for your reliability, hard work, and the care you bring to the HCS community.

HCS STUDENT ARTISTS SHINE! We are thrilled to announce that several talented Hancock Central School students have had their artwork selected for publication in the 2024-2025 editions of the Catskill Review and Kites and Kings! These prestigious publications showcase exceptional student creativity from across the region, and our students' inclusion is a testament to their hard work, talent, and artistic vision. We would like to recognize the following students on being selected: Kites and Kings – Maci Berlingeri, Nicholas Picozzi, Emerson Rinn, Mia Cotza Catskill Review – Madelyn Feller, Carter Fineout, John D’Elia, Emma Tice, Amadalee Rodriguez, Addison Makowski Congratulations to all of our student artists for this outstanding achievement — we are so proud of you!

THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING AIDES & MONITORS! This Staff Appreciation Week, we want to give a big shout-out to our dedicated aides and monitors at Hancock Central School! From classroom support to hallway supervision and everything in between, your hard work, patience, and care make a huge difference in the daily lives of our students and staff. We truly appreciate all that you do to keep HCS running smoothly and our students safe, supported, and ready to learn!

HAPPY SCHOOL NURSE DAY! During Staff Appreciation Week, we want to give a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing nurses— Ms. Ahearn, Ms. Alderman and Mrs. Hunt—for their constant care, compassion, and dedication. Whether it’s a scraped knee, a fever, or just a kind word, our nurses are always there to support the health and well-being of our students. Hancock Central School is lucky to have such incredible people watching over us every day! Thank you for all you do!

IMPORTANT DATES See the graphic below for important dates for the Month of May here at HCS!

HAPPY TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY This week, Hancock Central School proudly recognizes and thanks our dedicated teachers for their outstanding work and unwavering commitment to our students. Our teachers give their time, energy, and expertise every day to provide the best possible education and support for our students. Their dedication makes a lasting impact in the classroom and throughout our school community. Thank you for everything you do. We appreciate you—this week and always!

Thank You to Our School Lunch Heroes! This past Friday was School Lunch Hero Day, and we want to give a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing Food Service Team at Hancock Central School! From preparing nutritious meals to serving them with a smile, you make a difference in our students' lives every single day. Your hard work, care, and dedication do not go unnoticed—and we appreciate you more than words can express. As we continue to celebrate Staff Appreciation Week, we’re proud to recognize our food service staff as essential members of the HCS family. Thank you for keeping us fueled, supported, and smiling!

Celebrating Principal Durkot for Principal Appreciation Day and Staff Appreciation Week! This past Thursday was Principal Appreciation Day, and we want to give a huge THANK YOU to our very own Mr. Durkot for everything he does for our Elementary and Middle-High Schools here at Hancock Central School. His dedication, leadership, and unwavering support make a lasting impact on our students, staff, and school community every single day. As we kick off Staff Appreciation Week, we also extend our gratitude to all of our incredible teachers, aides, counselors, custodians, office staff, food service workers, and everyone who helps make HCS such a special place. We are truly grateful for each and every one of you! Thank you, Mr. Durkot, and thank you to our entire HCS team—you are appreciated more than words can say!

WELCOME BACK FROM SPRING BREAK! We kicked off our return from spring break with a joyful Morning Program that left everyone smiling! A big thank you to Patty Lacey and Tish Drumm for visiting our elementary students and sharing their newest book, Scotty the Snowman. Patty (author) and Tish (illustrator) delighted students with the story of Scotty and his forest friends, asking readers to consider: "Are we really that different, or more alike than we think?" The hand-drawn illustrations and thoughtful message made for a memorable experience. This visit was extra special as it marked the duo’s second appearance at Hancock—last year, they shared their first collaboration, Who Sees Who at the Zoo?, a whimsical tale of two siblings who realize the animals at the zoo might just be watching them too! Even more exciting, Patty and Tish donated a signed copy of Scotty the Snowman to our elementary library for all students to enjoy! Both books are available online to order at Amazon at the links below. Scotty the Snowman: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DL4PS6ZX Who Sees Who at the Zoo?: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRRZP644 Thank you again to Mrs. Lacey and Mrs. Drumm for their creativity, kindness, and inspiration. We’re so glad to be back!

HAPPY ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS’ DAY! Today, we celebrate and sincerely thank all of our incredible administrative professionals at Hancock Central School! Your hard work, dedication, and behind-the-scenes efforts keep our school running smoothly each and every day. From managing schedules and communication to supporting students, staff, and families — you are truly the heartbeat of HCS. We appreciate everything you do to make our school a better place. Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and positivity! Let’s hear it for our amazing administrative team!

HAPPY EASTER & ENJOY YOUR SPRING BREAK! Hancock Central School wishes all our students, staff, and families a happy, healthy, and safe Easter filled with joy and relaxation! You’ve earned a well-deserved break—Spring Recess runs from Thursday, April 17 through Monday, April 28. We’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday, April 29 refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong! Enjoy the time off and take care!