YOU’RE INVITED: HCS COMMUNITY LUNCHEON!
Hancock Central School warmly invites all community members to join us for our Community Luncheon on Thursday, December 18, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Cafeteria.
Come enjoy a delicious meal, connect with friends and neighbors, and celebrate the season together! Our luncheon menu will include:
• Butternut Squash Macaroni & Cheese
• Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts
• Garlic Breadstick
• Apple Slices
Guests may enter from the 1st floor main entrance. All are welcome!
Thank you to our Food Service staff for preparing this wonderful meal for everyone. We look forward to sharing this special afternoon with you!
Hancock Central School warmly invites all community members to join us for our Community Luncheon on Thursday, December 18, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Cafeteria.
Come enjoy a delicious meal, connect with friends and neighbors, and celebrate the season together! Our luncheon menu will include:
• Butternut Squash Macaroni & Cheese
• Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts
• Garlic Breadstick
• Apple Slices
Guests may enter from the 1st floor main entrance. All are welcome!
Thank you to our Food Service staff for preparing this wonderful meal for everyone. We look forward to sharing this special afternoon with you!
ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WEEK IS NEXT WEEK!
December 15–19
Wildcats, get ready for a week full of holiday fun! Here’s what’s happening each day:
• Monday, 12/15: Christmas Sock Day - Wear your favorite festive Christmas socks!
• Tuesday, 12/16: Santa Hat Day - Put on your Santa hat and bring the holiday cheer!
• Wednesday, 12/17: Christmas Jammies Day - Get cozy and come to school in your Christmas pajamas!
• Thursday, 12/18: Ugly Christmas Sweater Day - Break out your funniest, most festive Christmas sweater!
• Friday, 12/19: Christmas Treat & Music Day - Enjoy a special Christmas treat and listen to holiday music with your classmates!
Let’s make it a magical and spirited week at HCS!
December 15–19
Wildcats, get ready for a week full of holiday fun! Here’s what’s happening each day:
• Monday, 12/15: Christmas Sock Day - Wear your favorite festive Christmas socks!
• Tuesday, 12/16: Santa Hat Day - Put on your Santa hat and bring the holiday cheer!
• Wednesday, 12/17: Christmas Jammies Day - Get cozy and come to school in your Christmas pajamas!
• Thursday, 12/18: Ugly Christmas Sweater Day - Break out your funniest, most festive Christmas sweater!
• Friday, 12/19: Christmas Treat & Music Day - Enjoy a special Christmas treat and listen to holiday music with your classmates!
Let’s make it a magical and spirited week at HCS!
FUN IN THE SNOW!
Thank you to Mr. Bedient for sharing these great pictures of our elementary boys and girls enjoying some outdoor fun in the snow earlier today!
It looks like everyone had a blast staying active and making the most of the winter weather!
Thank you to Mr. Bedient for sharing these great pictures of our elementary boys and girls enjoying some outdoor fun in the snow earlier today!
It looks like everyone had a blast staying active and making the most of the winter weather!
ATTENTION: All after school activities at HCS are cancelled for today, Wednesday, December 10th.
CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WEEK NEXT WEEK
Next week, we’re celebrating the season with Christmas Spirit Week!
Here’s the fun lineup:
• Monday, Dec. 15: PJ Day – cozy up in your favorite pajamas
• Tuesday, Dec. 16: Anything But a Backpack – carry your school items in a creative alternative
• Wednesday, Dec. 17: Holiday Accessories – show off festive flair!
• Thursday, Dec. 18: Naughty vs. Nice – dress as your favorite side
• Friday, Dec. 19: Ugly Sweater Day – wear your most festive (or funniest) sweater
Let’s spread holiday cheer and get into the Christmas spirit!
Next week, we’re celebrating the season with Christmas Spirit Week!
Here’s the fun lineup:
• Monday, Dec. 15: PJ Day – cozy up in your favorite pajamas
• Tuesday, Dec. 16: Anything But a Backpack – carry your school items in a creative alternative
• Wednesday, Dec. 17: Holiday Accessories – show off festive flair!
• Thursday, Dec. 18: Naughty vs. Nice – dress as your favorite side
• Friday, Dec. 19: Ugly Sweater Day – wear your most festive (or funniest) sweater
Let’s spread holiday cheer and get into the Christmas spirit!
FLU SEASON REMINDER
It is flu season, and HCS wants to ensure you have the information you need to help your family stay healthy. Please remind your children to wash their hands frequently, and keep them home if they are feeling sick.
Thank you for helping us keep our school community safe and healthy!
It is flu season, and HCS wants to ensure you have the information you need to help your family stay healthy. Please remind your children to wash their hands frequently, and keep them home if they are feeling sick.
Thank you for helping us keep our school community safe and healthy!
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!
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!
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!
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!