STUDENTS OF THE WEEK, AWARD WINNERS AT MORNING PROGRAM
Congratulations to all of our students recognized during yesterday's Morning Program!
Students of the Week
Mrs. Karcher selected Sophia Bailey as Student of the Week because she is a hardworking student who completes her work independently, has shown tremendous growth throughout the year, and is always polite and participating in class.
Mrs. Hull selected Cashton Angell as Student of the Week for the amazing growth he has shown throughout the school year in kindergarten.
Kites and Kings Recognition
A special congratulations to Jaxson Titus and Bentley Wignall for having their artwork selected for Kites and Kings! An extra shoutout to Jaxson, whose drawing was selected for the cover!
Triple B Award Winners
Congratulations to the following Triple B Award winners: Elizabeth Watson, Katrina Siegler, Carysn DaBrescia-McGraw, Hudson Dufton,Nicholas Picozzi and Rowan Conklin!
Hancock Community Education Foundation Scholars of the Month
Congratulations to the following Scholars of the Month: Natalie Shannon, Kenlie Whitmore, Ramsey Johnson, Cayson Barnhart, Jade Morgan and Landon Emerich!
We are proud of all of our students for their hard work, creativity, growth, and accomplishments.
We hope to see you at 1:15 p.m. this afternoon for our Quarter 3 elementary awards!!
Congratulations to all of our students recognized during yesterday's Morning Program!
Students of the Week
Mrs. Karcher selected Sophia Bailey as Student of the Week because she is a hardworking student who completes her work independently, has shown tremendous growth throughout the year, and is always polite and participating in class.
Mrs. Hull selected Cashton Angell as Student of the Week for the amazing growth he has shown throughout the school year in kindergarten.
Kites and Kings Recognition
A special congratulations to Jaxson Titus and Bentley Wignall for having their artwork selected for Kites and Kings! An extra shoutout to Jaxson, whose drawing was selected for the cover!
Triple B Award Winners
Congratulations to the following Triple B Award winners: Elizabeth Watson, Katrina Siegler, Carysn DaBrescia-McGraw, Hudson Dufton,Nicholas Picozzi and Rowan Conklin!
Hancock Community Education Foundation Scholars of the Month
Congratulations to the following Scholars of the Month: Natalie Shannon, Kenlie Whitmore, Ramsey Johnson, Cayson Barnhart, Jade Morgan and Landon Emerich!
We are proud of all of our students for their hard work, creativity, growth, and accomplishments.
We hope to see you at 1:15 p.m. this afternoon for our Quarter 3 elementary awards!!
MS-HS END OF YEAR CONCERT
Hancock families and community members are invited to join us for our MS-HS End of Year Concert on Tuesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium! Come celebrate the hard work and musical talents of our middle and high school student performers as they close out another great year.
The evening also coincides with the Hancock Central School Budget Vote, which will take place in room 203 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. We encourage families and community members to stop out, cast their vote, and enjoy an evening of student performances and creativity.
In addition, an Elementary Art Show/Exhibit will be on display outside of the auditorium for families to view before the concert begins.
We hope to see you there for a wonderful evening celebrating our students!
Hancock families and community members are invited to join us for our MS-HS End of Year Concert on Tuesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium! Come celebrate the hard work and musical talents of our middle and high school student performers as they close out another great year.
The evening also coincides with the Hancock Central School Budget Vote, which will take place in room 203 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. We encourage families and community members to stop out, cast their vote, and enjoy an evening of student performances and creativity.
In addition, an Elementary Art Show/Exhibit will be on display outside of the auditorium for families to view before the concert begins.
We hope to see you there for a wonderful evening celebrating our students!

GOOD LUCK AT SECTIONALS
Best of luck to our D-H Tennis team as they compete in the Tennis Sectionals tomorrow, May 14th, at Camp Starlight!
We are proud of all of your hard work, dedication, and effort throughout the season. Go out there, compete hard, and represent Deposit-Hancock with pride!
Best of luck to our D-H Tennis team as they compete in the Tennis Sectionals tomorrow, May 14th, at Camp Starlight!
We are proud of all of your hard work, dedication, and effort throughout the season. Go out there, compete hard, and represent Deposit-Hancock with pride!
NY THURSDAYS TOMORROW
Take a look below at the NY Thursdays menu for tomorrow, May 14th, at HCS!
Take a look below at the NY Thursdays menu for tomorrow, May 14th, at HCS!

MORNING PROGRAM TOMORROW
Just a friendly reminder that we will be holding Morning Program tomorrow, Thursday, May 14th, at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary cafeteria. We look forward to seeing you there!
Just a friendly reminder that we will be holding Morning Program tomorrow, Thursday, May 14th, at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary cafeteria. We look forward to seeing you there!
CONGRATULATIONS, STUDENT ARTISTS!
Hancock Central School is proud to recognize several talented student artists whose artwork was recently published in two outstanding regional publications: Kites and Kings and the Catskill Review!
These publications celebrate creativity and showcase exceptional student work from across the region, and we are excited to see our Wildcats featured!
Catskill Review Student Artists:
• Aubrey Rutherford
• Gavyn Westbrook
• Emma Saul
• Sophia Prescott
• Lucas Gately
Kites and Kings Student Artists:
• Jackson Titus — Cover Artwork
• Lillie Walker
• Bentley Wignall
• Ella Dufton
• Cade Thomason
Congratulations to all of these students for this wonderful accomplishment! Your creativity, hard work, and artistic talent continue to make the HCS community proud!!
Hancock Central School is proud to recognize several talented student artists whose artwork was recently published in two outstanding regional publications: Kites and Kings and the Catskill Review!
These publications celebrate creativity and showcase exceptional student work from across the region, and we are excited to see our Wildcats featured!
Catskill Review Student Artists:
• Aubrey Rutherford
• Gavyn Westbrook
• Emma Saul
• Sophia Prescott
• Lucas Gately
Kites and Kings Student Artists:
• Jackson Titus — Cover Artwork
• Lillie Walker
• Bentley Wignall
• Ella Dufton
• Cade Thomason
Congratulations to all of these students for this wonderful accomplishment! Your creativity, hard work, and artistic talent continue to make the HCS community proud!!










QUARTER 3 AWARDS THIS FRIDAY
Hancock Central School will be recognizing our students for their hard work and achievements during our Quarter 3 Awards Ceremonies this Friday, May 15th. Families are welcome to attend and celebrate alongside our students!
Ceremony Times:
• High School Awards: 11:03 a.m. – 11:33 a.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m. – 12:06 p.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Elementary Awards: 1:15 p.m. (Elementary Cafeteria)
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments, dedication, and success of our students!
Hancock Central School will be recognizing our students for their hard work and achievements during our Quarter 3 Awards Ceremonies this Friday, May 15th. Families are welcome to attend and celebrate alongside our students!
Ceremony Times:
• High School Awards: 11:03 a.m. – 11:33 a.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m. – 12:06 p.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Elementary Awards: 1:15 p.m. (Elementary Cafeteria)
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments, dedication, and success of our students!
RED CARPET FRIDAY
Today, we wrapped up an amazing week of celebrating our incredible faculty and staff with a special “Red Carpet Friday!”
With the assistance of our wonderful student council, staff members were welcomed in style as we rolled out the red carpet to recognize all of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students and school community.
Throughout the week, our staff members were treated to many thoughtful surprises and events as a small token of appreciation for everything they do each and every day. From the classroom to behind the scenes, their efforts truly make Hancock Central School a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Thank you to all of our faculty and staff for your passion, care, and the positive impact you make on our students every single day. We appreciate you!!
Today, we wrapped up an amazing week of celebrating our incredible faculty and staff with a special “Red Carpet Friday!”
With the assistance of our wonderful student council, staff members were welcomed in style as we rolled out the red carpet to recognize all of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students and school community.
Throughout the week, our staff members were treated to many thoughtful surprises and events as a small token of appreciation for everything they do each and every day. From the classroom to behind the scenes, their efforts truly make Hancock Central School a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Thank you to all of our faculty and staff for your passion, care, and the positive impact you make on our students every single day. We appreciate you!!
IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR HANCOCK CSD FAMILIES
Students at Hancock Central School District receive free breakfast and lunch through our participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP).
Even though meals are provided at no cost to all students, it is still extremely important that families complete the Income Eligibility Form each year. These forms help our district qualify for important funding that supports student programs, services, and our continued ability to provide free meals to all students. Completing the form may also help determine eligibility for additional family benefits and services.
The form is quick and simple to complete, and all information remains confidential.
If you need assistance, please contact our School Lunch Manager, Nicole D'Elia, at nicole.delia@dcmoboces.com or 607-637-1324.
Families can complete the form online at the link listed below, or by scanning the QR code in the flyer.
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/HANCOCKCS_NY?langid=1
Students at Hancock Central School District receive free breakfast and lunch through our participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP).
Even though meals are provided at no cost to all students, it is still extremely important that families complete the Income Eligibility Form each year. These forms help our district qualify for important funding that supports student programs, services, and our continued ability to provide free meals to all students. Completing the form may also help determine eligibility for additional family benefits and services.
The form is quick and simple to complete, and all information remains confidential.
If you need assistance, please contact our School Lunch Manager, Nicole D'Elia, at nicole.delia@dcmoboces.com or 607-637-1324.
Families can complete the form online at the link listed below, or by scanning the QR code in the flyer.
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/HANCOCKCS_NY?langid=1

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK SWEET TREAT!
A huge thank you to our Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Transportation, along with the entire crew, for spreading smiles across Hancock Central School today with a special ice cream cart visit to classrooms and offices during Staff Appreciation Week!
From cool treats to kind gestures, today was a wonderful reminder of how much our staff is appreciated for all that they do each and every day for our students and school community. Thank you for taking the time to make the day extra special for our faculty and staff!
We truly appreciate all of the hard work, dedication, and support that helps keep HCS running smoothly every day.
A huge thank you to our Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Transportation, along with the entire crew, for spreading smiles across Hancock Central School today with a special ice cream cart visit to classrooms and offices during Staff Appreciation Week!
From cool treats to kind gestures, today was a wonderful reminder of how much our staff is appreciated for all that they do each and every day for our students and school community. Thank you for taking the time to make the day extra special for our faculty and staff!
We truly appreciate all of the hard work, dedication, and support that helps keep HCS running smoothly every day.


6TH GRADE ARTISTS BRING THEIR DREAM BEDROOMS TO LIFE!
Ms. Kellam’s 6th grade art students have been hard at work creating their very own “Dream Bedroom” sculptures!
As part of this creative project, students explored the world of interior design while learning the fundamentals of 3D design in art class. Using their imagination and artistic skills, students designed unique bedroom spaces that showcase creativity, detail, and personal style.
Great job to our talented 6th graders for their hard work and creativity on these amazing sculptures!
Ms. Kellam’s 6th grade art students have been hard at work creating their very own “Dream Bedroom” sculptures!
As part of this creative project, students explored the world of interior design while learning the fundamentals of 3D design in art class. Using their imagination and artistic skills, students designed unique bedroom spaces that showcase creativity, detail, and personal style.
Great job to our talented 6th graders for their hard work and creativity on these amazing sculptures!







FUEL AND FOCUS
A big thank you to our BT-BOCES Tech Team, along with Nicole D’Elia, for providing a little extra fuel and focus for our staff today!
Our team was treated to delicious cannoli’s, along with a variety of drinks and coffee to help recharge and keep everyone going strong. Your thoughtfulness and support are truly appreciated, and it did not go unnoticed!
Thank you for taking the time to brighten our day and support our staff, we are grateful!
A big thank you to our BT-BOCES Tech Team, along with Nicole D’Elia, for providing a little extra fuel and focus for our staff today!
Our team was treated to delicious cannoli’s, along with a variety of drinks and coffee to help recharge and keep everyone going strong. Your thoughtfulness and support are truly appreciated, and it did not go unnoticed!
Thank you for taking the time to brighten our day and support our staff, we are grateful!

SCHOOL NURSE DAY!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing school nurses, Cindy Alderman and Jennifer Hunt, for the care, compassion, and dedication they show to our students and staff each and every day.
From comforting students when they’re not feeling well, to keeping our school healthy and safe, their impact is truly invaluable. We are so grateful for everything they do behind the scenes and beyond!
Thank you, Cindy and Jennifer, for being such an important part of the HCS family!

Just a friendly reminder that there will be no Morning Program this week. For the month of May, we will be holding Morning Program on May 14th and May 28th.
We look forward to seeing you then!
We look forward to seeing you then!
STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK AT HCS!
This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who make Hancock Central School such a special place to learn and grow each and every day!
From our dedicated teachers and supportive aides, to our hardworking custodial, food service, transportation, and office staff - each of you plays a vital role in shaping the success and well-being of our students.
Your commitment, compassion, and tireless efforts do not go unnoticed. You go above and beyond to create a positive, safe, and inspiring environment for all, and we are truly grateful for everything you do.
Thank you for your passion, your perseverance, and your unwavering support of our school community. HCS is better because of YOU!
This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who make Hancock Central School such a special place to learn and grow each and every day!
From our dedicated teachers and supportive aides, to our hardworking custodial, food service, transportation, and office staff - each of you plays a vital role in shaping the success and well-being of our students.
Your commitment, compassion, and tireless efforts do not go unnoticed. You go above and beyond to create a positive, safe, and inspiring environment for all, and we are truly grateful for everything you do.
Thank you for your passion, your perseverance, and your unwavering support of our school community. HCS is better because of YOU!
COOKIES & CONVERSATION
-Wednesday, May 13 @ 6:00 p.m.
-Location: Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library
104 Read St., Hancock, NY
Hancock Community members, please join Superintendent Asquith for an informal conversation about the ongoing merger study – get updates and ask questions. Deposit Superintendent Denise Cook will join us for the discussion. Information about the upcoming budget vote will also be available. Your participation is welcomed, we hope to see you there!
Deposit will also be hosting a similar event on Tuesday, May 12th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Deposit Free library.
-Wednesday, May 13 @ 6:00 p.m.
-Location: Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library
104 Read St., Hancock, NY
Hancock Community members, please join Superintendent Asquith for an informal conversation about the ongoing merger study – get updates and ask questions. Deposit Superintendent Denise Cook will join us for the discussion. Information about the upcoming budget vote will also be available. Your participation is welcomed, we hope to see you there!
Deposit will also be hosting a similar event on Tuesday, May 12th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Deposit Free library.

MAY IMPORTANT DATES
Please take a look at the flyer below for important, upcoming dates for the month of May here at HCS!
Please take a look at the flyer below for important, upcoming dates for the month of May here at HCS!

HAPPY NATIONAL PRINCIPALS DAY!
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate our outstanding principal, Mr. Durkot, for his dedication, leadership, and commitment to the Hancock Central School community.
From supporting our students and staff to helping create a positive and welcoming school environment, Mr. Durkot goes above and beyond each and every day. His hard work does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for the impact he makes at HCS.
Thank you, Mr. Durkot, for everything you do to lead, inspire, and support our school!
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate our outstanding principal, Mr. Durkot, for his dedication, leadership, and commitment to the Hancock Central School community.
From supporting our students and staff to helping create a positive and welcoming school environment, Mr. Durkot goes above and beyond each and every day. His hard work does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for the impact he makes at HCS.
Thank you, Mr. Durkot, for everything you do to lead, inspire, and support our school!
NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY
Today, we proudly celebrate National School Lunch Hero Day and recognize the incredible members of our Food Service team!
Every day, our Food Service staff goes above and beyond to provide nutritious meals, friendly smiles, and a welcoming environment for our students. From early mornings to busy lunch periods, their hard work and dedication help keep our school running strong.
We are truly grateful for everything they do to support our students and staff. Their commitment does not go unnoticed!
Please join us in thanking our amazing Food Service team for being true heroes in our school community!
Today, we proudly celebrate National School Lunch Hero Day and recognize the incredible members of our Food Service team!
Every day, our Food Service staff goes above and beyond to provide nutritious meals, friendly smiles, and a welcoming environment for our students. From early mornings to busy lunch periods, their hard work and dedication help keep our school running strong.
We are truly grateful for everything they do to support our students and staff. Their commitment does not go unnoticed!
Please join us in thanking our amazing Food Service team for being true heroes in our school community!
MAY BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENUS
Our May breakfast and lunch menus are here, see below! We encourage families and students to take a look at all the great options being served throughout the month. From nutritious breakfasts to delicious lunches, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
We would also like to extend a big THANK YOU to our incredible food service staff for all that they do each and every day. Your hard work, dedication, and care help keep our students fueled, happy, and ready to learn!
Our May breakfast and lunch menus are here, see below! We encourage families and students to take a look at all the great options being served throughout the month. From nutritious breakfasts to delicious lunches, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
We would also like to extend a big THANK YOU to our incredible food service staff for all that they do each and every day. Your hard work, dedication, and care help keep our students fueled, happy, and ready to learn!


