SPREADING CHRISTMAS CHEER!
Our 4th graders kicked off December by spreading some holiday spirit! Each student chose a positive word or phrase for every classmate and wrote it on an ornament. After coloring their ornaments, they glued them onto their trees.
Now, each 4th grader has a Christmas tree filled with uplifting words like intelligent, friendly, brave, giving, and helpful. A wonderful way to show appreciation and kindness to one another!
Our 4th graders kicked off December by spreading some holiday spirit! Each student chose a positive word or phrase for every classmate and wrote it on an ornament. After coloring their ornaments, they glued them onto their trees.
Now, each 4th grader has a Christmas tree filled with uplifting words like intelligent, friendly, brave, giving, and helpful. A wonderful way to show appreciation and kindness to one another!
GIRLS BOWLING PLACES 3RD!
Congratulations to our Girls Bowling Team on placing third in the annual Tip-Off Tournament in Bainbridge this past weekend! We are so proud of their hard work and teamwork.
A special shout-out to Cherish Wright, who bowled the high game of the day with an impressive 202!
Congratulations as well to Cooper Wormuth, who earned 2nd high scratch series for the boys with a score of 582. And a big shout-out to John D’Elia, who bowled a 200 in his very first match/tournament appearance, an outstanding debut!
Great work by everyone!
Congratulations to our Girls Bowling Team on placing third in the annual Tip-Off Tournament in Bainbridge this past weekend! We are so proud of their hard work and teamwork.
A special shout-out to Cherish Wright, who bowled the high game of the day with an impressive 202!
Congratulations as well to Cooper Wormuth, who earned 2nd high scratch series for the boys with a score of 582. And a big shout-out to John D’Elia, who bowled a 200 in his very first match/tournament appearance, an outstanding debut!
Great work by everyone!
Q1 ELEMENTARY AWARDS THIS FRIDAY!
Please join us for our Quarter 1 Elementary Awards Ceremony this Friday, December 12, at 1:30 p.m. in the Elementary cafeteria. We’re excited to celebrate our students and their hard work so far this year!
Families may sign students out and take them home directly after the awards are completed if they choose.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Please join us for our Quarter 1 Elementary Awards Ceremony this Friday, December 12, at 1:30 p.m. in the Elementary cafeteria. We’re excited to celebrate our students and their hard work so far this year!
Families may sign students out and take them home directly after the awards are completed if they choose.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
GINGERBREAD MAN ON THE LOOSE IN UPK & KINDERGARTEN!
Our UPK and Kindergarten students had an exciting end to their week-long gingerbread unit! After reading How to Catch a Gingerbread Man, students created their own gingerbread men, only to discover that one had escaped when Mrs. Feeney opened the oven!
The classes searched high and low, following the clues the Gingerbread Man left behind to track him down. It was a fun, hands-on adventure that brought the story to life and wrapped up a wonderful week of learning!
Our UPK and Kindergarten students had an exciting end to their week-long gingerbread unit! After reading How to Catch a Gingerbread Man, students created their own gingerbread men, only to discover that one had escaped when Mrs. Feeney opened the oven!
The classes searched high and low, following the clues the Gingerbread Man left behind to track him down. It was a fun, hands-on adventure that brought the story to life and wrapped up a wonderful week of learning!
HOLIDAY CONCERT A SUCCESS!
Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night’s MS-HS Holiday Concert! Our students did a wonderful job performing and truly filled the auditorium with holiday spirit. Their hard work, talent, and dedication were on full display, and we couldn’t be more proud.
The concert is available to view on our HCSD youtube channel at the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_z-qPgS_R0
Thank you for supporting our musicians and helping make the evening so special!
Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night’s MS-HS Holiday Concert! Our students did a wonderful job performing and truly filled the auditorium with holiday spirit. Their hard work, talent, and dedication were on full display, and we couldn’t be more proud.
The concert is available to view on our HCSD youtube channel at the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_z-qPgS_R0
Thank you for supporting our musicians and helping make the evening so special!
GIRLS BASKETBALL WIN OPENER
Congratulations to our JV and Varsity girls basketball teams on each picking up a win Wednesday night in the Walton-Downsville tip-off tournament! Both squads earned wins over Franklin, with JV winning 31-21 and Varsity winning by a score of 29-14.
Autumn Dohanic led D-H with 10 points, with Olivia Esolen adding 8 points and Emma Tice collecting 5 points. Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Kadyn Appley and Olivia Johnston each added baskets for the team as well.
The girls are back in action tonight, as both are in the tip-off championship! Varsity girls will take on Walton-Downsville, while JV girls will take on Sullivan West. Both games start at 7:00 p.m. in Walton.
Thank you to Greg Dohanic for the photos, good luck to you all!
Congratulations to our JV and Varsity girls basketball teams on each picking up a win Wednesday night in the Walton-Downsville tip-off tournament! Both squads earned wins over Franklin, with JV winning 31-21 and Varsity winning by a score of 29-14.
Autumn Dohanic led D-H with 10 points, with Olivia Esolen adding 8 points and Emma Tice collecting 5 points. Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Kadyn Appley and Olivia Johnston each added baskets for the team as well.
The girls are back in action tonight, as both are in the tip-off championship! Varsity girls will take on Walton-Downsville, while JV girls will take on Sullivan West. Both games start at 7:00 p.m. in Walton.
Thank you to Greg Dohanic for the photos, good luck to you all!
ELEMENTARY STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to our Students of the Week, Mikayla Emerich and Kenlie Whitmore!
Mikayla was nominated by Mrs. Karcher, who shared that she always comes into school with a smile and is ready to learn. She is a great friend, a great listener, and is doing a wonderful job each and every day!
Kenlie was chosen by Mrs. Hull because she always follows directions, pays close attention, and consistently does her very best school work. Her hard work and focus truly shine!
We are so proud of both Mikayla and Kenlie for being positive role models at Hancock Elementary. Congratulations to both of you!
Congratulations to our Students of the Week, Mikayla Emerich and Kenlie Whitmore!
Mikayla was nominated by Mrs. Karcher, who shared that she always comes into school with a smile and is ready to learn. She is a great friend, a great listener, and is doing a wonderful job each and every day!
Kenlie was chosen by Mrs. Hull because she always follows directions, pays close attention, and consistently does her very best school work. Her hard work and focus truly shine!
We are so proud of both Mikayla and Kenlie for being positive role models at Hancock Elementary. Congratulations to both of you!
Quarter 1 Awards Ceremony – Tomorrow!
Hancock Central School will hold its Middle and High School Quarter 1 Awards tomorrow, Thursday, December 5th.
High School Awards: 11:03–11:36 a.m.
Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m.–12:06 p.m.
Guests may enter through the first floor main entrance.
We look forward to celebrating our students’ hard work and achievements with you!
Hancock Central School will hold its Middle and High School Quarter 1 Awards tomorrow, Thursday, December 5th.
High School Awards: 11:03–11:36 a.m.
Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m.–12:06 p.m.
Guests may enter through the first floor main entrance.
We look forward to celebrating our students’ hard work and achievements with you!
MORNING PROGRAM RETURNS
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Morning Program earlier today! Our students were excited to be back together and kicked off the day with great energy.
Mrs. Feeney spoke with students about respect, discussing different ways we can show respect to others at school and beyond. She also shared several real-life scenarios and asked students to decide whether each one demonstrated respectful behavior, sparking some thoughtful participation!
We also celebrated our Triple B Award winners. The Triple B Award recognizes students who show what it means to Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe, core values of our school community. Congratulations to today’s honorees: Kira Kilian, Emalinne Davis, Noah Drake, Annalise Ross, Natalie Shannon, and Luka Brkaric!
Our next Morning Program will take place on Thursday, December 18th. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Morning Program earlier today! Our students were excited to be back together and kicked off the day with great energy.
Mrs. Feeney spoke with students about respect, discussing different ways we can show respect to others at school and beyond. She also shared several real-life scenarios and asked students to decide whether each one demonstrated respectful behavior, sparking some thoughtful participation!
We also celebrated our Triple B Award winners. The Triple B Award recognizes students who show what it means to Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe, core values of our school community. Congratulations to today’s honorees: Kira Kilian, Emalinne Davis, Noah Drake, Annalise Ross, Natalie Shannon, and Luka Brkaric!
Our next Morning Program will take place on Thursday, December 18th. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
CANDY CANE GRAMS ARE HERE!
The HCS Class of 2026 is spreading holiday cheer with Candy Cane Grams—festive candy canes paired with your own personalized message!
• $1 each
• Delivered to Elementary, Middle, and High School students
• Perfect for friends, teachers, and secret surprises!
If you’d like to purchase a Candy Cane Gram, you can contact any 12th grader at HCS or email pgross@hancock.stier.org to place your order.
Let’s make the season a little sweeter!
The HCS Class of 2026 is spreading holiday cheer with Candy Cane Grams—festive candy canes paired with your own personalized message!
• $1 each
• Delivered to Elementary, Middle, and High School students
• Perfect for friends, teachers, and secret surprises!
If you’d like to purchase a Candy Cane Gram, you can contact any 12th grader at HCS or email pgross@hancock.stier.org to place your order.
Let’s make the season a little sweeter!
HCS is Hiring Substitute Custodial Workers!
Hancock Central School is looking for dependable and hardworking Substitute Custodial Workers to join our Wildcat team! Help keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming for students, staff, and community members.
Position: Substitute Custodial Worker
Hours: As needed, flexible
Location: Hancock Central School District
If you’re reliable, motivated, and interested in supporting our school community, we’d love to hear from you! For more information or to apply, please contact Jodi Newman at Jnewman@hancock.stier.org
Hancock Central School is looking for dependable and hardworking Substitute Custodial Workers to join our Wildcat team! Help keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming for students, staff, and community members.
Position: Substitute Custodial Worker
Hours: As needed, flexible
Location: Hancock Central School District
If you’re reliable, motivated, and interested in supporting our school community, we’d love to hear from you! For more information or to apply, please contact Jodi Newman at Jnewman@hancock.stier.org
New This Year – Junior Bearcats Club (FREE!)
We’re excited to share a special opportunity from Binghamton University for local youth organizations and teams! Thanks to Big E Tire, children ages 12 and under can attend Binghamton University men’s and women’s regular-season basketball games for FREE.
Kids can join the Junior Bearcats Club at no cost!
Membership includes:
• 2025–26 Membership Card
• Free admission to all regular-season men’s and women’s home basketball games
• Personalized letter from Baxter
• Jr. Bearcats T-shirt
• Exclusive Meet & Greet
Sign up at the link below if you’re interested:
https://binghamtonbearcats.com/sports/2014/12/1/GEN_1201142522.aspx
We’re excited to share a special opportunity from Binghamton University for local youth organizations and teams! Thanks to Big E Tire, children ages 12 and under can attend Binghamton University men’s and women’s regular-season basketball games for FREE.
Kids can join the Junior Bearcats Club at no cost!
Membership includes:
• 2025–26 Membership Card
• Free admission to all regular-season men’s and women’s home basketball games
• Personalized letter from Baxter
• Jr. Bearcats T-shirt
• Exclusive Meet & Greet
Sign up at the link below if you’re interested:
https://binghamtonbearcats.com/sports/2014/12/1/GEN_1201142522.aspx
ATTENTION: Due to the inclement weather, the Hancock Central School District will be closed today, Tuesday, December 2nd.
HCS MS-HS WINTER CONCERT THIS WEEK
Our Middle-High School Concert will take place this Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Middle-High School Auditorium.
Guests may enter through the first-floor main entrance.
Come support our talented student musicians as they share the sounds of the season, we look forward to seeing you there!
Our Middle-High School Concert will take place this Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Middle-High School Auditorium.
Guests may enter through the first-floor main entrance.
Come support our talented student musicians as they share the sounds of the season, we look forward to seeing you there!
DECEMBER EVENTS
Please take a look at the graphic below for important, upcoming events in the month of December.
As a reminder, There is NO SCHOOL Wednesday, November 26th through Friday, November 28th. We hope you enjoy the holiday break with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, December 1st!
Please take a look at the graphic below for important, upcoming events in the month of December.
As a reminder, There is NO SCHOOL Wednesday, November 26th through Friday, November 28th. We hope you enjoy the holiday break with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, December 1st!
MORNING PROGRAM RETURNS DECEMBER 4TH!
We’re excited to announce that Morning Program is returning to the HCS Elementary School starting Thursday, December 4th! This tradition brings our students and staff together to celebrate learning, character, and community.
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Schedule: Held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month
Program Highlights:
• 1st Thursday: SEL and character education activities, plus the presentation of our Triple B Awards, recognizing students who demonstrate the core expectations of our PBIS program—Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe.
• 3rd Thursday: A special topic selected and planned by our Morning Program committee to engage and inspire students.
Student of the Week:
We will continue honoring our students of the week, beginning with UPK, using our remaining certificates for this year. Next school year, we will transition to a Student of the Month recognition system with updated certificates.
Morning Program is a wonderful way to strengthen our school community and reinforce the social-emotional and PBIS values we practice every day. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back!
We’re excited to announce that Morning Program is returning to the HCS Elementary School starting Thursday, December 4th! This tradition brings our students and staff together to celebrate learning, character, and community.
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Schedule: Held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month
Program Highlights:
• 1st Thursday: SEL and character education activities, plus the presentation of our Triple B Awards, recognizing students who demonstrate the core expectations of our PBIS program—Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe.
• 3rd Thursday: A special topic selected and planned by our Morning Program committee to engage and inspire students.
Student of the Week:
We will continue honoring our students of the week, beginning with UPK, using our remaining certificates for this year. Next school year, we will transition to a Student of the Month recognition system with updated certificates.
Morning Program is a wonderful way to strengthen our school community and reinforce the social-emotional and PBIS values we practice every day. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back!
4TH GRADERS BRING IROQUOIS PROJECTS TO LIFE!
Our 4th graders are hard at work on their Iroquois projects, showing creativity, focus, and a true passion for learning!
A special shout-out to LeeAnn Miller, who spent the morning with Mrs. Saxby learning how to sew. LeeAnn is creating an Iroquois-style dress for her project! While she knows the Iroquois did not use sewing machines, she was excited to build her sewing skills as part of the learning process.
We love seeing our students dive into hands-on projects and explore history in meaningful, engaging ways. Great job, 4th grade!
Our 4th graders are hard at work on their Iroquois projects, showing creativity, focus, and a true passion for learning!
A special shout-out to LeeAnn Miller, who spent the morning with Mrs. Saxby learning how to sew. LeeAnn is creating an Iroquois-style dress for her project! While she knows the Iroquois did not use sewing machines, she was excited to build her sewing skills as part of the learning process.
We love seeing our students dive into hands-on projects and explore history in meaningful, engaging ways. Great job, 4th grade!
HCS STAFF FRIENDSGIVING
Last evening, our HCS staff gathered for a warm and cheerful Friendsgiving celebration! It was a wonderful chance for colleagues to come together, share a delicious meal, and enjoy each other’s company outside the classroom.
Laughter, gratitude, and community filled the room as we kicked off the holiday season together. We’re so thankful for our dedicated staff and the positive energy they bring to HCS every day.
Happy Friendsgiving to our Wildcat family!
Last evening, our HCS staff gathered for a warm and cheerful Friendsgiving celebration! It was a wonderful chance for colleagues to come together, share a delicious meal, and enjoy each other’s company outside the classroom.
Laughter, gratitude, and community filled the room as we kicked off the holiday season together. We’re so thankful for our dedicated staff and the positive energy they bring to HCS every day.
Happy Friendsgiving to our Wildcat family!
THANKFUL QUILT PROJECT
Our 1st and 2nd graders teamed up recently for a special read-aloud of Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton. After enjoying this heartwarming story, each student created their very own quilt square and wrote about what they are most thankful for.
The result? A beautiful “Thankful Quilt” filled with gratitude, creativity, and kindness.
We’re so proud of our young Wildcats for celebrating thankfulness in such a meaningful way!
Our 1st and 2nd graders teamed up recently for a special read-aloud of Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton. After enjoying this heartwarming story, each student created their very own quilt square and wrote about what they are most thankful for.
The result? A beautiful “Thankful Quilt” filled with gratitude, creativity, and kindness.
We’re so proud of our young Wildcats for celebrating thankfulness in such a meaningful way!
ELEMENTARY CONCERT NOW ON YOUTUBE!
Families, we’re excited to share that last week’s Elementary Winter Concert is now available to watch on our HCSD YouTube channel!
If you couldn’t make it in person, or if you’d like to relive the adorable performances, you can view the full concert here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSQk0LTVlWM
Excellent job, boys and girls!
Families, we’re excited to share that last week’s Elementary Winter Concert is now available to watch on our HCSD YouTube channel!
If you couldn’t make it in person, or if you’d like to relive the adorable performances, you can view the full concert here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSQk0LTVlWM
Excellent job, boys and girls!