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!
NY THURSDAYS
See the flyer below for our NY Thursdays offering this week at HCS!
See the flyer below for our NY Thursdays offering this week at HCS!
D-H SOFTBALL CONTINUES TO ROLL
Congratulations to our Deposit-Hancock Eagles Softball team on an impressive 18-2 MAC victory over Greene in 5 innings at DCS!
Aubrey Smith was outstanding in the circle, tossing a 3-hitter with 10 strikeouts to lead the Eagles.
The offense was on fire all game long:
• Ivy Tice had a huge night with 4 hits, 4 runs, and 4 RBIs, including 2 doubles and a triple
• Leah Braun crushed 3 doubles
• Kadyn Appley added 3 hits, 3 runs, and 3 RBIs
• Emma Tice drove in 4 RBIs
• Olivia Johnston contributed 2 hits and 2 runs
• Haley Begeal chipped in 2 hits and 2 RBIs
• Pagen Macumber, Averie Lester, and Teeghan Tarbox each added hits for D-H
A complete team effort from start to finish! Great work, ladies!
Softball has a busy week, as they travel to UV/GMU tomorrow, take on Delhi @ DCS on Friday and head to Maine Endwell on Saturday (10:00 am and 12:00 pm games).
Best of luck!
Congratulations to our Deposit-Hancock Eagles Softball team on an impressive 18-2 MAC victory over Greene in 5 innings at DCS!
Aubrey Smith was outstanding in the circle, tossing a 3-hitter with 10 strikeouts to lead the Eagles.
The offense was on fire all game long:
• Ivy Tice had a huge night with 4 hits, 4 runs, and 4 RBIs, including 2 doubles and a triple
• Leah Braun crushed 3 doubles
• Kadyn Appley added 3 hits, 3 runs, and 3 RBIs
• Emma Tice drove in 4 RBIs
• Olivia Johnston contributed 2 hits and 2 runs
• Haley Begeal chipped in 2 hits and 2 RBIs
• Pagen Macumber, Averie Lester, and Teeghan Tarbox each added hits for D-H
A complete team effort from start to finish! Great work, ladies!
Softball has a busy week, as they travel to UV/GMU tomorrow, take on Delhi @ DCS on Friday and head to Maine Endwell on Saturday (10:00 am and 12:00 pm games).
Best of luck!
HAPPY NATIONAL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER DAY!
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible school bus drivers!
Each day, they are the first to greet our students in the morning and the last to wish them well in the afternoon, safely transporting them to and from school with care, patience, and dedication.
Through early mornings, changing weather, and busy schedules, our bus drivers go above and beyond to ensure every student arrives safely and feels welcomed. Their commitment plays a vital role in the success of our school community.
Thank you to all of our bus drivers for the important work you do each and every day.
We appreciate you more than words can express!
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible school bus drivers!
Each day, they are the first to greet our students in the morning and the last to wish them well in the afternoon, safely transporting them to and from school with care, patience, and dedication.
Through early mornings, changing weather, and busy schedules, our bus drivers go above and beyond to ensure every student arrives safely and feels welcomed. Their commitment plays a vital role in the success of our school community.
Thank you to all of our bus drivers for the important work you do each and every day.
We appreciate you more than words can express!
D-H TRACK & FIELD SENIOR RECOGNITION
Last week, we proudly celebrated our D-H Eagles Track & Field seniors and all they have contributed to our program over the years.
We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to the following seniors for their dedication, perseverance, and hard work: Patrick Esolen, Evan Madugno, Marissa Zaczek, Asher Shewring, Victoria Vivar and Mirabella Sanford.
Your commitment to the team and your efforts both on and off the track have helped shape the success of our program. Thank you for representing D-H with pride, we wish you all the best in your future endeavors!
Last week, we proudly celebrated our D-H Eagles Track & Field seniors and all they have contributed to our program over the years.
We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to the following seniors for their dedication, perseverance, and hard work: Patrick Esolen, Evan Madugno, Marissa Zaczek, Asher Shewring, Victoria Vivar and Mirabella Sanford.
Your commitment to the team and your efforts both on and off the track have helped shape the success of our program. Thank you for representing D-H with pride, we wish you all the best in your future endeavors!
UPK FUN FRIDAY
Mrs. Karcher’s UPK students had a fun and creative Fun Friday celebrating Earth Day!
Students got hands-on in the classroom as they made delicious “dirt cups,” combining tasty ingredients while learning about the importance of our planet. This engaging activity brought smiles all around and was a perfect way to tie in a little learning with a lot of fun!
Great job to our UPK students for celebrating Earth Day in such a sweet way!
Mrs. Karcher’s UPK students had a fun and creative Fun Friday celebrating Earth Day!
Students got hands-on in the classroom as they made delicious “dirt cups,” combining tasty ingredients while learning about the importance of our planet. This engaging activity brought smiles all around and was a perfect way to tie in a little learning with a lot of fun!
Great job to our UPK students for celebrating Earth Day in such a sweet way!
Just a friendly reminder that there will be no story hour tonight, Thursday, April 23rd. Thank you!
HAPPY ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY!
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible individuals who help keep Hancock Central School running smoothly each and every day.
A heartfelt thank you to:
Jenn Brock, Audrey Price, Vicky Kravetsky, Randi Appley, Heather Schoonmaker and Tammi Karcher for all that you do!
Your dedication, organization, and countless behind-the-scenes efforts do not go unnoticed. From supporting our students and staff to keeping everything on track, you are an essential part of our school community.
We appreciate all that you do, today and every day!
SOFTBALL VICTORIOUS OVER AFTON
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles Softball team on their 15-0 victory over Afton last night @ DCS!
Jordan Diemer was excellent on the mound, striking out 12. She allowed one hit and 0 runs over 5 innings, while allowing 0 walks.
At the plate, D-H was dominant, with Pagen Macumber going 4-4 with 2 runs. Kadyn Appley finished with 2 hits, 2 runs and 4 rbi on the day. Olivia Johnston, Haley Begeal, Victoria Green, Leah Braun and Emma Tice each collected a pair of hits on the afternoon. Ivy Tice and Teeghan Tarbox also collected base hits, while Aubrey Smith added 3 runs for the Lady Eagles.
D-H Softball (4-0 in MAC, 5-0 Overall) is back in action tomorrow night, taking on Unatego at DCS at 4:30. Keep up the great work, ladies!!
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles Softball team on their 15-0 victory over Afton last night @ DCS!
Jordan Diemer was excellent on the mound, striking out 12. She allowed one hit and 0 runs over 5 innings, while allowing 0 walks.
At the plate, D-H was dominant, with Pagen Macumber going 4-4 with 2 runs. Kadyn Appley finished with 2 hits, 2 runs and 4 rbi on the day. Olivia Johnston, Haley Begeal, Victoria Green, Leah Braun and Emma Tice each collected a pair of hits on the afternoon. Ivy Tice and Teeghan Tarbox also collected base hits, while Aubrey Smith added 3 runs for the Lady Eagles.
D-H Softball (4-0 in MAC, 5-0 Overall) is back in action tomorrow night, taking on Unatego at DCS at 4:30. Keep up the great work, ladies!!
NATIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOL VOLUNTEER WEEK
This week, we proudly recognize National Public School Volunteer Week and celebrate the incredible individuals who give their time and energy to support our school community.
From our students lending a helping hand in the after-school program, to our families and community members who volunteer in so many meaningful ways—your dedication does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for everything you do for HCS. Your support makes a difference each and every day!
This week, we proudly recognize National Public School Volunteer Week and celebrate the incredible individuals who give their time and energy to support our school community.
From our students lending a helping hand in the after-school program, to our families and community members who volunteer in so many meaningful ways—your dedication does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for everything you do for HCS. Your support makes a difference each and every day!
3RD GRADE MATH IN ACTION!
Our 3rd grade students have been busy learning all about collecting and representing data!
On Friday, April 16th, they used colorful Froot Loops to sort and organize information, recorded their results using tally charts, and then turned their data into bar graphs. To wrap up the lesson, students even enjoyed a fun (and tasty!) Froot Loop snack.
What a creative and hands-on way to bring math concepts to life!
Our 3rd grade students have been busy learning all about collecting and representing data!
On Friday, April 16th, they used colorful Froot Loops to sort and organize information, recorded their results using tally charts, and then turned their data into bar graphs. To wrap up the lesson, students even enjoyed a fun (and tasty!) Froot Loop snack.
What a creative and hands-on way to bring math concepts to life!
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN WINNERS
Congratulations to Mrs. Hull’s Kindergarten class for collecting the most pennies and winning the Pennies from Heaven contest!
To celebrate their hard work and generosity, the class enjoyed a special pizza party, courtesy of Delaware Valley Hospital.
A big thank you to Delaware Valley Hospital for their kindness and support in making this celebration so special for our students!
Great job, boys and girls, way to make a difference!
Congratulations to Mrs. Hull’s Kindergarten class for collecting the most pennies and winning the Pennies from Heaven contest!
To celebrate their hard work and generosity, the class enjoyed a special pizza party, courtesy of Delaware Valley Hospital.
A big thank you to Delaware Valley Hospital for their kindness and support in making this celebration so special for our students!
Great job, boys and girls, way to make a difference!
CBT ELA TESTING REMINDER
Families, please be reminded that CBT ELA testing for our 3rd and 4th grade students will take place next week.
• 3rd Grade Testing Dates: April 21 & April 23
• 4th Grade Testing Dates: April 22 & April 24
We encourage families to review helpful test-taking strategies with your children to help them feel confident and prepared. Be sure to visit the link below for tips and support!
https://www.stellarteacher.com/blog/test-taking-strategies-for-elementary/
Let’s work together to set our boys and girls up for success! Get plenty of rest, eat a good breakfast, and do your best!
Families, please be reminded that CBT ELA testing for our 3rd and 4th grade students will take place next week.
• 3rd Grade Testing Dates: April 21 & April 23
• 4th Grade Testing Dates: April 22 & April 24
We encourage families to review helpful test-taking strategies with your children to help them feel confident and prepared. Be sure to visit the link below for tips and support!
https://www.stellarteacher.com/blog/test-taking-strategies-for-elementary/
Let’s work together to set our boys and girls up for success! Get plenty of rest, eat a good breakfast, and do your best!
STUDENT OF THE WEEK & TRIPLE B AWARD WINNERS
We would like to congratulate our Triple B Award winners: Elena Sparacio, Owen Keesler, Clifford Clark, Tanner Davis, Emma Frost, and Wyatt Drake! The Triple B Award recognizes students who consistently show they are Respectful, Responsible, and Safe in our school community. Great job, keep up the awesome work, boys and girls!
We would also like to recognize this week’s Student of the Week, Kallen Robinson! Kallen was selected by Mr. Bedient for being a great friend to his peers, always putting forth his best effort, and maintaining a positive attitude.
Keep up the great work, Kallen!
We would like to congratulate our Triple B Award winners: Elena Sparacio, Owen Keesler, Clifford Clark, Tanner Davis, Emma Frost, and Wyatt Drake! The Triple B Award recognizes students who consistently show they are Respectful, Responsible, and Safe in our school community. Great job, keep up the awesome work, boys and girls!
We would also like to recognize this week’s Student of the Week, Kallen Robinson! Kallen was selected by Mr. Bedient for being a great friend to his peers, always putting forth his best effort, and maintaining a positive attitude.
Keep up the great work, Kallen!
MORNING PROGRAM MESSAGE ON SPORTSMANSHIP
Thank you to Mrs. Cooper for sharing photos from yesterday’s Morning Program!
Mrs. Feeney spoke with our students about the power of sportsmanship. She asked students to define sportsmanship, highlighting that it means treating others with respect and fairness while participating in activities or sports. Students also helped share examples of what good sportsmanship sounds like.
Together, we discussed examples of both positive and negative sportsmanship and how our choices impact others.
Nice work, boys and girls!
Thank you to Mrs. Cooper for sharing photos from yesterday’s Morning Program!
Mrs. Feeney spoke with our students about the power of sportsmanship. She asked students to define sportsmanship, highlighting that it means treating others with respect and fairness while participating in activities or sports. Students also helped share examples of what good sportsmanship sounds like.
Together, we discussed examples of both positive and negative sportsmanship and how our choices impact others.
Nice work, boys and girls!
MORNING PROGRAM TOMORROW
We will be hosting Morning Program tomorrow, April 16th, at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary Cafeteria. We look forward to seeing you there!
We will be hosting Morning Program tomorrow, April 16th, at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary Cafeteria. We look forward to seeing you there!
