SCHOOL PICTURE DAYS NEXT WEEK!
HCS students will have their school photos taken next week by Upstate Images.
• Middle-High School: Wednesday, September 24
• Elementary School: Thursday, September 25
Picture forms will be sent home with students over the next few days. Be sure to check those backpacks so you’re ready for picture day!
If a student is absent during their scheduled picture day, they will have an opportunity to have their photo taken on picture make-up day, which is currently scheduled for November 14th.
HCS students will have their school photos taken next week by Upstate Images.
• Middle-High School: Wednesday, September 24
• Elementary School: Thursday, September 25
Picture forms will be sent home with students over the next few days. Be sure to check those backpacks so you’re ready for picture day!
If a student is absent during their scheduled picture day, they will have an opportunity to have their photo taken on picture make-up day, which is currently scheduled for November 14th.
WE DID IT – TWO WEEKS DOWN!
HCS students have officially wrapped up the second week of school (and our first full week of the year)! From learning in the classroom to fun activities with friends, it’s been a busy and exciting start.
We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved, restful weekend!
HCS students have officially wrapped up the second week of school (and our first full week of the year)! From learning in the classroom to fun activities with friends, it’s been a busy and exciting start.
We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved, restful weekend!
5th Grade Art Collaboration
In Ms. Kellam’s art class, 5th graders are learning how to use simple lines and shapes as the building blocks of creativity.
The activity encourages students to:
• Recognize how basic elements of art can be transformed into objects, places, and things.
• Practice imagination by expanding on their own and their classmates’ ideas.
• Collaborate by rotating around a large paper and adding to drawings already in progress.
These photos show the project in progress. We look forward to sharing the finished piece soon!
In Ms. Kellam’s art class, 5th graders are learning how to use simple lines and shapes as the building blocks of creativity.
The activity encourages students to:
• Recognize how basic elements of art can be transformed into objects, places, and things.
• Practice imagination by expanding on their own and their classmates’ ideas.
• Collaborate by rotating around a large paper and adding to drawings already in progress.
These photos show the project in progress. We look forward to sharing the finished piece soon!
5th Grade STEM in Action
Mrs. Rice and Mrs. Dufton’s 5th graders recently explored the science of buoyancy through a hands-on engineering challenge. Using aluminum foil, students designed and built boats, then tested their creations by adding pennies to see how much weight each boat could hold before sinking.
This activity allowed students to apply concepts of design, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry while learning how shape and structure affect an object’s ability to float. A great example of learning by doing!
Mrs. Rice and Mrs. Dufton’s 5th graders recently explored the science of buoyancy through a hands-on engineering challenge. Using aluminum foil, students designed and built boats, then tested their creations by adding pennies to see how much weight each boat could hold before sinking.
This activity allowed students to apply concepts of design, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry while learning how shape and structure affect an object’s ability to float. A great example of learning by doing!
HCS HONORS STAFF FOR YEARS OF SERVICE
Hancock Central School proudly recognized several dedicated staff members for their years of service to the district. Their commitment, care, and hard work have made a lasting impact on our students, families, and school community.
This year’s honorees include:
• 5 Years of Service: Greg Gill
• 10 Years of Service: Jennifer Brock
• 15 Years of Service: Jennifer Gill, Stephanie Kuehn, Gary Miller
• 20 Years of Service: Kelly DaBrescia
• 25 Years of Service: Heather Saxby, Kim Makowski, Rose Prescott, Marjorie Hull, Jodi Newman
• 30 Years of Service: Karen Soulier
We thank each of these individuals for their dedication to HCS and the positive difference they have made in the lives of our students. Their years of service reflect not only their professional excellence but also their passion for education and our Wildcat family.
Congratulations to all honorees and thank you for your commitment to Hancock Central School!
Hancock Central School proudly recognized several dedicated staff members for their years of service to the district. Their commitment, care, and hard work have made a lasting impact on our students, families, and school community.
This year’s honorees include:
• 5 Years of Service: Greg Gill
• 10 Years of Service: Jennifer Brock
• 15 Years of Service: Jennifer Gill, Stephanie Kuehn, Gary Miller
• 20 Years of Service: Kelly DaBrescia
• 25 Years of Service: Heather Saxby, Kim Makowski, Rose Prescott, Marjorie Hull, Jodi Newman
• 30 Years of Service: Karen Soulier
We thank each of these individuals for their dedication to HCS and the positive difference they have made in the lives of our students. Their years of service reflect not only their professional excellence but also their passion for education and our Wildcat family.
Congratulations to all honorees and thank you for your commitment to Hancock Central School!
THIRD GRADERS MAKE JITTER JUICE
Thank you to Mrs. Cooper for sending in a picture of her third graders on their first day yesterday! Her class made jitter juice to chase away their nervous 1st day of 3rd grade butterflies…They all had a great first day!!
Thank you to Mrs. Cooper for sending in a picture of her third graders on their first day yesterday! Her class made jitter juice to chase away their nervous 1st day of 3rd grade butterflies…They all had a great first day!!
D-H Eagles Sporting Events – September 5 & 6
Our D-H Eagles teams are in action tonight and tomorrow!
Tonight, September 5:
Varsity Field Hockey vs. Newark Valley – 4:30 p.m. at DCS - Warner Field
JV & Varsity Volleyball at Harpursville – 5:00 p.m.
JV Field Hockey at Windsor – 5:30 p.m.
Varsity Football vs. Whitney Point – 7:00 p.m. at HCS
Saturday, September 6
Cross Country at Oneonta (Fortin Park) – 10:00 a.m.
Best of luck to all of our student-athletes tonight and over the weekend!
Our D-H Eagles teams are in action tonight and tomorrow!
Tonight, September 5:
Varsity Field Hockey vs. Newark Valley – 4:30 p.m. at DCS - Warner Field
JV & Varsity Volleyball at Harpursville – 5:00 p.m.
JV Field Hockey at Windsor – 5:30 p.m.
Varsity Football vs. Whitney Point – 7:00 p.m. at HCS
Saturday, September 6
Cross Country at Oneonta (Fortin Park) – 10:00 a.m.
Best of luck to all of our student-athletes tonight and over the weekend!
UPCOMING DATES
See the graphic below for some important, upcoming dates at HCS for September-October!
A TURTLEY TERRIFIC FIRST DAY IN 4TH GRADE!
A big thank you to Mrs. Prescott for sharing this great picture of her 4th graders on the first day of school yesterday! Our 4th grade Wildcats had a Turtley Terrific first day, and we’re excited for all the fun and learning ahead this year!
A big thank you to Mrs. Prescott for sharing this great picture of her 4th graders on the first day of school yesterday! Our 4th grade Wildcats had a Turtley Terrific first day, and we’re excited for all the fun and learning ahead this year!
WELCOME BACK!
Hancock Central School was full of energy and excitement today as we welcomed students back for the first day of the 2025-2026 school year! From our youngest learners to our seniors, we saw plenty of smiling faces and eager students ready to start a brand-new year of learning, discovery, and growth.
The first day is always special, and today was no exception. We are proud of the positive spirit our students bring with them and grateful for the support of families, staff, and the community as we begin this journey together.
Here’s to a school year filled with success, new opportunities, and Wildcat pride!
Hancock Central School was full of energy and excitement today as we welcomed students back for the first day of the 2025-2026 school year! From our youngest learners to our seniors, we saw plenty of smiling faces and eager students ready to start a brand-new year of learning, discovery, and growth.
The first day is always special, and today was no exception. We are proud of the positive spirit our students bring with them and grateful for the support of families, staff, and the community as we begin this journey together.
Here’s to a school year filled with success, new opportunities, and Wildcat pride!
HAPPY FIRST DAY
Thank you to Mrs. Wormuth for sending in a picture of her students this morning. Happy 1st day of school from the Plane Bus!
Thank you to Mrs. Wormuth for sending in a picture of her students this morning. Happy 1st day of school from the Plane Bus!
ONE DAY LEFT!
Day 1: One more day until school starts! Homeroom begins at 7:50 a.m. tomorrow! The breakfast entry will be at 7:30 a.m.
Share your first day of school pictures on social media and use the hashtags #firstday2025 #countdown2025
We look forward to seeing you all for the start of the 2025-2026 school year!!
Day 1: One more day until school starts! Homeroom begins at 7:50 a.m. tomorrow! The breakfast entry will be at 7:30 a.m.
Share your first day of school pictures on social media and use the hashtags #firstday2025 #countdown2025
We look forward to seeing you all for the start of the 2025-2026 school year!!
FOUR DAYS UNTIL SCHOOL
Day 4: Find all the important dates and school breaks/holidays by viewing our HCSD calendar of events. You can print the calendar or click on this link to share it with your family.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hxZIQbzRLMzwDdLKSz_k9xXAk0_WqQve/view
Day 4: Find all the important dates and school breaks/holidays by viewing our HCSD calendar of events. You can print the calendar or click on this link to share it with your family.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hxZIQbzRLMzwDdLKSz_k9xXAk0_WqQve/view
FIVE MORE DAYS
Day 5: Be sure to login to your child's account on school tool to access their schedule and other important information!
school tool login:
https://scric04.schooltool.com/Hancock/
We will see you all next week!!
Day 5: Be sure to login to your child's account on school tool to access their schedule and other important information!
school tool login:
https://scric04.schooltool.com/Hancock/
We will see you all next week!!
6 DAYS UNTIL SCHOOL
Day 6: of the #firstday2025 countdown is all about staying informed. Download our Hancock CSD mobile app and enable notifications to receive important updates and reminders throughout the school year.
Scan the QR code in the image below for more information!
Day 6: of the #firstday2025 countdown is all about staying informed. Download our Hancock CSD mobile app and enable notifications to receive important updates and reminders throughout the school year.
Scan the QR code in the image below for more information!
ONE WEEK UNTIL SCHOOL
It's the final stretch of summer vacation, and the first day of class is almost here! Let's start a countdown of memories, tips, and shout-outs to commemorate the upcoming school year.
Day 7: Time to start getting back into a routine! Encourage your kids to start going to bed a little earlier each night to ease into the early mornings.
The first day of the 2025-2026 school year at HCS is Thursday, September 4th. We look forward to seeing you all in a week!!
It's the final stretch of summer vacation, and the first day of class is almost here! Let's start a countdown of memories, tips, and shout-outs to commemorate the upcoming school year.
Day 7: Time to start getting back into a routine! Encourage your kids to start going to bed a little earlier each night to ease into the early mornings.
The first day of the 2025-2026 school year at HCS is Thursday, September 4th. We look forward to seeing you all in a week!!
STUDENT SCHEDULES NOW AVAILABLE!
Student schedules are now live and can be viewed through SchoolTool. Families may access School Tool by visiting our district website at https://www.hancock.stier.org , or directly through the School Tool portal at https://scric04.schooltool.com/Hancock/
We encourage families to review schedules prior to the start of school. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s schedule, please contact the guidance office.
We look forward to seeing all our students on the first day of school, Thursday, September 4th!
See the images below for more information regarding Healthy Broome, which continues through August 20th. During this time, Healthy Broome is providing no-cost medical, dental and vision care services at SUNY Broome's Ice Center for residents and anyone in the surrounding areas.
For more information visit the Healthy Broome website at:
https://broomecountyny.gov/healthybroomeirtlaunch
For more information visit the Healthy Broome website at:
https://broomecountyny.gov/healthybroomeirtlaunch
TONIGHT’S BOE MEETING MOVED TO ELEMENTARY BUILDING
The BOE meeting at 6:00pm tonight, Aug. 11th will be moved to the Elementary building in Room 102 due to construction at the 2nd Floor Entrance of the MS/HS building.
The BOE meeting at 6:00pm tonight, Aug. 11th will be moved to the Elementary building in Room 102 due to construction at the 2nd Floor Entrance of the MS/HS building.
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
Please take a look at the images below for school supply lists for the upcoming school year!
Additionally, you may find the school supply lists on the HCS Website at the address below:
https://www.hancock.stier.org/documents/hancock-elementary-schools/school-supplies/568859
Please take a look at the images below for school supply lists for the upcoming school year!
Additionally, you may find the school supply lists on the HCS Website at the address below:
https://www.hancock.stier.org/documents/hancock-elementary-schools/school-supplies/568859
