HANCOCK ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT!
Congratulations to HCS alumni Laycee Drake, who was recently named Student-Athlete of the Week at St. Bonaventure Bonnies!
Laycee and the Bonnies will take on the Binghamton Bearcats at Binghamton University tomorrow night, November 11th, at 7 p.m. We’re proud of you, Laycee, your HCS family is cheering you on!
A bit more about Laycee’s journey:
• Hometown: Hancock, NY
• Position: Guard, 5′6″, majoring in Adolescence Education at St. Bonaventure.
• At St. Bonaventure, she was added to the roster for the 2025-26 season as a veteran guard expected to bring leadership and experience to both ends of the floor.
Highlights from Laycee’s first two league games with SBU:
• In SBU’s league opener on 11/3, Laycee scored 16 points (7-of-9 from the field, 2-of-4 from three), grabbed 4 rebounds, dished 2 assists and had 1 steal.
• In the next game on 11/7 vs Niagara Purple Eagles, she played 31 minutes and put up 19 points (6-of-14 FG, 2-of-5 3-PT, 5-of-5 FT), pulled down 8 rebounds, had 2 assists.
Laycee’s transition to SBU is off to a strong start, her scoring, rebounding and shooting efficiency are already making a mark.
Let’s all rally behind Laycee and the Bonnies tomorrow night! Share the post, send a shout-out, and let’s show the HCS and D-H family spirit!
Congratulations to HCS alumni Laycee Drake, who was recently named Student-Athlete of the Week at St. Bonaventure Bonnies!
Laycee and the Bonnies will take on the Binghamton Bearcats at Binghamton University tomorrow night, November 11th, at 7 p.m. We’re proud of you, Laycee, your HCS family is cheering you on!
A bit more about Laycee’s journey:
• Hometown: Hancock, NY
• Position: Guard, 5′6″, majoring in Adolescence Education at St. Bonaventure.
• At St. Bonaventure, she was added to the roster for the 2025-26 season as a veteran guard expected to bring leadership and experience to both ends of the floor.
Highlights from Laycee’s first two league games with SBU:
• In SBU’s league opener on 11/3, Laycee scored 16 points (7-of-9 from the field, 2-of-4 from three), grabbed 4 rebounds, dished 2 assists and had 1 steal.
• In the next game on 11/7 vs Niagara Purple Eagles, she played 31 minutes and put up 19 points (6-of-14 FG, 2-of-5 3-PT, 5-of-5 FT), pulled down 8 rebounds, had 2 assists.
Laycee’s transition to SBU is off to a strong start, her scoring, rebounding and shooting efficiency are already making a mark.
Let’s all rally behind Laycee and the Bonnies tomorrow night! Share the post, send a shout-out, and let’s show the HCS and D-H family spirit!
CAUGHT BEING GOOD!
As a part of our PBIS initiative in the elementary school, there is now a bulletin board that can visually recognize students that are 'caught being good.' Positive things happen at our school each day and students will have the opportunity earn a fish when they are caught doing something above and beyond basic expectations.
Our first 'catch' was Dawson Dufton from 4th grade, who helped a friend clean up a mess in the cafeteria without being asked. Great job, Dawson!
Who will be the next one caught? 🎣
As a part of our PBIS initiative in the elementary school, there is now a bulletin board that can visually recognize students that are 'caught being good.' Positive things happen at our school each day and students will have the opportunity earn a fish when they are caught doing something above and beyond basic expectations.
Our first 'catch' was Dawson Dufton from 4th grade, who helped a friend clean up a mess in the cafeteria without being asked. Great job, Dawson!
Who will be the next one caught? 🎣
PUMPKIN MATH
Ms. Milk’s class had a gourd time last week doing pumpkin math! Students explored math concepts in a fun, hands-on way, measuring, counting seeds, and comparing sizes, all while getting into the fall spirit!
Great job, Wildcats, for making math both festive and fun!
SECTIONAL FOOTBALL GAME INFORMATION
Come cheer on our Deposit-Hancock Eagles as they face Tioga in the Class D Football Semi-Finals this Saturday, November 8, at 12:00 p.m. at Johnson City High School!
Game Schedule:
• D-H vs Tioga – 12:00 p.m.
• Trumansburg vs Delaware Academy – 3:00 p.m.
Admission:
• $6.25 General Admission – GoFan Digital Ticketing only
• Children 10 & under – Free
• Section IV & NYSPHSAA Passes – Honored
No cash tickets will be offered
Purchase tickets here:
https://gofan.co/event/5280878?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
An iPad with a credit card reader and QR code flyer will be available on site for convenience.
Let’s pack the stands and support our Eagles!
Come cheer on our Deposit-Hancock Eagles as they face Tioga in the Class D Football Semi-Finals this Saturday, November 8, at 12:00 p.m. at Johnson City High School!
Game Schedule:
• D-H vs Tioga – 12:00 p.m.
• Trumansburg vs Delaware Academy – 3:00 p.m.
Admission:
• $6.25 General Admission – GoFan Digital Ticketing only
• Children 10 & under – Free
• Section IV & NYSPHSAA Passes – Honored
No cash tickets will be offered
Purchase tickets here:
https://gofan.co/event/5280878?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
An iPad with a credit card reader and QR code flyer will be available on site for convenience.
Let’s pack the stands and support our Eagles!
NY THURSDAYS
See the image below for our NY Thursdays offering this week at HCS!
See the image below for our NY Thursdays offering this week at HCS!
SCHOOL PICTURE RE-TAKES NEXT FRIDAY
If you missed picture day or would like a re-take, mark your calendars for Friday, November 14th!
Re-takes will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in both the elementary library and the MS-HS STEAM room.
Be sure to check out the flyer below for additional details.
If you missed picture day or would like a re-take, mark your calendars for Friday, November 14th!
Re-takes will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in both the elementary library and the MS-HS STEAM room.
Be sure to check out the flyer below for additional details.
VETERANS DAY ASSEMBLY
Hancock Central School Elementary is inviting all veterans (past and presently serving) to a special Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday, November 12th at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary School Cafeteria.
• Enjoy patriotic songs
• Grades 1-4 will present live performances
• UPK & Kindergarten will be featured in a video presentation
Reminder: There is no school on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
We hope to honor and celebrate our heroes with you!
Hancock Central School Elementary is inviting all veterans (past and presently serving) to a special Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday, November 12th at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary School Cafeteria.
• Enjoy patriotic songs
• Grades 1-4 will present live performances
• UPK & Kindergarten will be featured in a video presentation
Reminder: There is no school on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
We hope to honor and celebrate our heroes with you!
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST APPRECIATION WEEK
Hancock Central School is pleased to recognize National School Psychologist Appreciation Week, which takes place from 11/3-11/7/25.
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Jennifer Royce, our dedicated school psychologist at HCS. Ms. Royce’s professionalism, compassion, and commitment play a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students.
Her efforts help foster a safe, supportive, and thriving learning environment for all. We thank Ms. Royce for her invaluable service and continued dedication to the HCS community.
3RD GRADE HAS A BLAST ON HALLOWEEN!
Our 3rd graders had an amazing time celebrating Halloween! Students created beautiful watercolor pumpkins, made Halloween wreaths, and even worked on some spooky math activities. Thanks to our wonderful parents, there were also lots of yummy snacks to enjoy!
And of course… a little friendly teacher 6~7 fun added to the excitement!
Special thanks to Mrs. Cooper for sharing these great moments from the day!
Our 3rd graders had an amazing time celebrating Halloween! Students created beautiful watercolor pumpkins, made Halloween wreaths, and even worked on some spooky math activities. Thanks to our wonderful parents, there were also lots of yummy snacks to enjoy!
And of course… a little friendly teacher 6~7 fun added to the excitement!
Special thanks to Mrs. Cooper for sharing these great moments from the day!
4TH GRADE ART: EXPLORING WARM AND COOL COLORS!
Ms. Kellam’s 4th grade art students have been hard at work learning about warm and cool colors and experimenting with two ways to create color gradients using each!
To showcase their new skills, and the spirit of Fall at HCS, they created vibrant scenes featuring cauldrons, pumpkins, bats, and trees.
Students focused on artistic processes and the elements of art, while adding plenty of their own creative flair to make each piece unique. Great job, Wildcats!
Ms. Kellam’s 4th grade art students have been hard at work learning about warm and cool colors and experimenting with two ways to create color gradients using each!
To showcase their new skills, and the spirit of Fall at HCS, they created vibrant scenes featuring cauldrons, pumpkins, bats, and trees.
Students focused on artistic processes and the elements of art, while adding plenty of their own creative flair to make each piece unique. Great job, Wildcats!
HALLOWEEN FUN AT HCS!
It was wonderful to see all of our students dressed up and full of Halloween spirit today at Hancock Central School!
We would like to thank our high school students, who helped assist our UPK and Kindergarten boys and girls as they did some trick or treating in the middle-high school this morning!
Also, a big thank you to everyone who came out to support our elementary parade, your smiles and cheers made the event extra special! Students also enjoyed a Halloween dance party and a variety of fun games and activities throughout the day.
We will have a second posting of photos, as there are too many for one post!
We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable evening of trick-or-treating. Happy Halloween!!
It was wonderful to see all of our students dressed up and full of Halloween spirit today at Hancock Central School!
We would like to thank our high school students, who helped assist our UPK and Kindergarten boys and girls as they did some trick or treating in the middle-high school this morning!
Also, a big thank you to everyone who came out to support our elementary parade, your smiles and cheers made the event extra special! Students also enjoyed a Halloween dance party and a variety of fun games and activities throughout the day.
We will have a second posting of photos, as there are too many for one post!
We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable evening of trick-or-treating. Happy Halloween!!
JOIN US FOR THE HCS NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION CEREMONY!
Hancock Central School invites our community to celebrate academic excellence, leadership, service, and character at the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, November 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the Middle/High School Auditorium.
Come support our outstanding students as they are recognized for their hard work and commitment to the core values of the National Honor Society. We look forward to sharing this special evening with our Wildcat community!
Hancock Central School invites our community to celebrate academic excellence, leadership, service, and character at the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, November 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the Middle/High School Auditorium.
Come support our outstanding students as they are recognized for their hard work and commitment to the core values of the National Honor Society. We look forward to sharing this special evening with our Wildcat community!
NOVEMBER MENUS
Have a look at the images below for our November breakfast and lunch menus here at HCS!
Have a look at the images below for our November breakfast and lunch menus here at HCS!
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICES
See the images below for important information from our HCS Health offices!
See the images below for important information from our HCS Health offices!
NY THURSDAYS
See the image below for today's NY Thursdays lunch at HCS!
See the image below for today's NY Thursdays lunch at HCS!
SPOOKY CATS IN FIRST GRADE ART!
Ms. Kellam’s first graders got creative as they made their very own spooky cats! Students learned about collage techniques and explored the art elements of line, shape, color, and texture. They even created dotted backgrounds using dot pens to add some extra flair!
These young artists loved bringing their spooky cats to life and couldn’t wait to show off their hard work!
Ms. Kellam’s first graders got creative as they made their very own spooky cats! Students learned about collage techniques and explored the art elements of line, shape, color, and texture. They even created dotted backgrounds using dot pens to add some extra flair!
These young artists loved bringing their spooky cats to life and couldn’t wait to show off their hard work!
UPCOMING WEBINAR: TRANSITIONING YOUTH WITH SPECIAL HEALTHCARE NEEDS
We’re excited to share an upcoming webinar focused on “Transitioning of Youths with Special Healthcare Needs to the Adult Medical World.”
The process of transferring youth with special healthcare needs to adult medical practices can often cause anxiety and stress for both youth and their parents. During this webinar, we will discuss strategies for preparation (transition) and provide tools and resources to help make the process smoother and more successful.
This informative session is open to individuals, families, and professionals who want to learn more about supporting young people as they move from pediatric to adult healthcare systems.
Click on the link below for registration information:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2Vx4j1uuRsWBogqN91atKg#/registration
We’re excited to share an upcoming webinar focused on “Transitioning of Youths with Special Healthcare Needs to the Adult Medical World.”
The process of transferring youth with special healthcare needs to adult medical practices can often cause anxiety and stress for both youth and their parents. During this webinar, we will discuss strategies for preparation (transition) and provide tools and resources to help make the process smoother and more successful.
This informative session is open to individuals, families, and professionals who want to learn more about supporting young people as they move from pediatric to adult healthcare systems.
Click on the link below for registration information:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2Vx4j1uuRsWBogqN91atKg#/registration
HALLOWEEN INFORMATION
See the memo below from Principal Durkot for important information relating to Halloween activities at HCS!
See the memo below from Principal Durkot for important information relating to Halloween activities at HCS!
HAPPY WORLD OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY DAY!
Today we celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day and extend a heartfelt thank you to our Occupational Therapist, Mrs. Tracie Ostrander, for all that she does for our students here at Hancock Central School!
Mrs. Ostrander plays a vital role in helping our students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and everyday life — from improving fine motor abilities to building confidence and independence.
Thank you, Mrs. Ostrander, for your dedication, compassion, and positive impact on our school community!
Today we celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day and extend a heartfelt thank you to our Occupational Therapist, Mrs. Tracie Ostrander, for all that she does for our students here at Hancock Central School!
Mrs. Ostrander plays a vital role in helping our students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and everyday life — from improving fine motor abilities to building confidence and independence.
Thank you, Mrs. Ostrander, for your dedication, compassion, and positive impact on our school community!
IMPORTANT DATES
See the graphic below for important, upcoming events for October and November here at HCS!
See the graphic below for important, upcoming events for October and November here at HCS!
