STORY HOUR TOMORROW
Hancock Central School District is excited to remind families about Story Hour taking place tomorrow, Thursday, January 22, from 4:30–5:30 p.m. in the Elementary School.
Families should check in at the elementary school main entrance. Children, accompanied by their families, will rotate through three guest readers who will share engaging stories throughout the evening. To wrap up the night, each child will receive a free book to take home.
Story Hour is a family engagement event hosted by HCSD, in partnership with the Hancock Community Education Foundation. We look forward to a fun and meaningful evening of reading together!
Hancock Central School District is excited to remind families about Story Hour taking place tomorrow, Thursday, January 22, from 4:30–5:30 p.m. in the Elementary School.
Families should check in at the elementary school main entrance. Children, accompanied by their families, will rotate through three guest readers who will share engaging stories throughout the evening. To wrap up the night, each child will receive a free book to take home.
Story Hour is a family engagement event hosted by HCSD, in partnership with the Hancock Community Education Foundation. We look forward to a fun and meaningful evening of reading together!
MORNING PROGRAM TOMORROW
This is a friendly reminder that our Morning Program will take place tomorrow morning, Thursday, 1/22, at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary School.
Families are encouraged to join us as we gather together for a great start to the day. We appreciate your continued support and involvement in our school community, and we look forward to seeing you there!
This is a friendly reminder that our Morning Program will take place tomorrow morning, Thursday, 1/22, at 8:30 a.m. in the Elementary School.
Families are encouraged to join us as we gather together for a great start to the day. We appreciate your continued support and involvement in our school community, and we look forward to seeing you there!
UPK & KINDERGARTEN SNOWMAN FUN
Our UPK and Kindergarten students had snow-much fun today!!
They began by reading Sneezy the Snowman, following along with the story and discussing what happens when Sneezy tries to warm up. After the story, students brought the book to life by creating a melted snowman snack and a matching craft.
This engaging activity combined literacy, creativity, and hands-on learning, giving students the opportunity to practice listening skills, follow directions, and express themselves artistically. It was a fun and memorable way to make reading come alive, and the students loved every minute of it!
Our UPK and Kindergarten students had snow-much fun today!!
They began by reading Sneezy the Snowman, following along with the story and discussing what happens when Sneezy tries to warm up. After the story, students brought the book to life by creating a melted snowman snack and a matching craft.
This engaging activity combined literacy, creativity, and hands-on learning, giving students the opportunity to practice listening skills, follow directions, and express themselves artistically. It was a fun and memorable way to make reading come alive, and the students loved every minute of it!
STOCK MEDICATION PROGRAM - PARENT INFORMATION
Please see the document below for information regarding stock medications. The stock OTC order form was sent home to families, but is also available on the Health office page of the website at the address below.
https://www.hancock.stier.org/page/health-office
Please see the document below for information regarding stock medications. The stock OTC order form was sent home to families, but is also available on the Health office page of the website at the address below.
https://www.hancock.stier.org/page/health-office
MAC LEAGUE CHAMPIONS!
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles wrestlers on their impressive win over UVUF last night in Deposit during Senior Recognition Night! With this victory, the Eagles have officially earned the MAC League Championship and are the 2025–2026 MAC League Champions!
We would also like to proudly recognize our seniors: Jason Canedo, Patrick Esolen and Asaac Mead! Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and hard work over the years. Your commitment has made a lasting impact on the program, and we are grateful for everything you’ve given to D-H Wrestling.
Well done, Eagles!!
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles wrestlers on their impressive win over UVUF last night in Deposit during Senior Recognition Night! With this victory, the Eagles have officially earned the MAC League Championship and are the 2025–2026 MAC League Champions!
We would also like to proudly recognize our seniors: Jason Canedo, Patrick Esolen and Asaac Mead! Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and hard work over the years. Your commitment has made a lasting impact on the program, and we are grateful for everything you’ve given to D-H Wrestling.
Well done, Eagles!!
BOE MEETING TONIGHT
Tonight's (1/12) BOE Meeting will take place in the Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:00 p.m.
Tonight's (1/12) BOE Meeting will take place in the Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:00 p.m.
SPECIAL EDUCATION 101
Please see the images below for Special Education training information!
Please see the images below for Special Education training information!
STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to our outstanding Students of the Week, Natalia Tarbox and Kira Kilian!!
Natalia was selected by Mrs. Cooper for her strong work ethic, thoughtful questions, and willingness to help others. Natalia is making great strides each day, keep up the excellent work!
Kira Kilian was chosen by Mrs. Prescott for being a hard worker, a great friend, and incredibly helpful to her peers. Kira also does a wonderful job using teacher feedback to continue improving her work.
Excellent job, Natalia and Kira! We are so proud of you!
Congratulations to our outstanding Students of the Week, Natalia Tarbox and Kira Kilian!!
Natalia was selected by Mrs. Cooper for her strong work ethic, thoughtful questions, and willingness to help others. Natalia is making great strides each day, keep up the excellent work!
Kira Kilian was chosen by Mrs. Prescott for being a hard worker, a great friend, and incredibly helpful to her peers. Kira also does a wonderful job using teacher feedback to continue improving her work.
Excellent job, Natalia and Kira! We are so proud of you!
POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS AT MORNING PROGRAM
We enjoyed a wonderful Morning Program earlier today focused on kindness, self-care, and starting the new year with positive intentions! Mrs. Feeney led a thoughtful presentation on being kind to ourselves and the power of positive affirmations. Students discussed what affirmations are, how they help us, and why practicing them matters.
Mrs. Feeney challenged our students in 2026 to try saying affirmations to themselves every day, reminding them that the more we practice, the stronger our positive thoughts become.
Following the presentation, we proudly announced our Triple B Award winners. Congratulations to Sierra Gorshack, Asher Barnhart, Kallen Robinson, Karissa Mack, Ezra Berlingeri and Dawson Dufton on their Triple B awards!
Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning, we appreciate your continued support.
Our next Morning Program will be held on January 22nd. We hope to see you there!
We enjoyed a wonderful Morning Program earlier today focused on kindness, self-care, and starting the new year with positive intentions! Mrs. Feeney led a thoughtful presentation on being kind to ourselves and the power of positive affirmations. Students discussed what affirmations are, how they help us, and why practicing them matters.
Mrs. Feeney challenged our students in 2026 to try saying affirmations to themselves every day, reminding them that the more we practice, the stronger our positive thoughts become.
Following the presentation, we proudly announced our Triple B Award winners. Congratulations to Sierra Gorshack, Asher Barnhart, Kallen Robinson, Karissa Mack, Ezra Berlingeri and Dawson Dufton on their Triple B awards!
Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning, we appreciate your continued support.
Our next Morning Program will be held on January 22nd. We hope to see you there!
NY THURSDAYS
Take a look at the graphic below for information on today's NY Thursdays lunch!
Take a look at the graphic below for information on today's NY Thursdays lunch!
MORNING PROGRAM TOMORROW
Just a reminder to our families that Morning Program will take place tomorrow morning at 8:30 a.m. in the elementary building.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Just a reminder to our families that Morning Program will take place tomorrow morning at 8:30 a.m. in the elementary building.
We look forward to seeing you there!
ATTENTION: Due to ice on our back roads, HCSD will be on a 2 hour delay today, Wednesday, January 7th.
IMPORTANT DATES
See the graphic below for important, upcoming dates for the month of January at HCS!
See the graphic below for important, upcoming dates for the month of January at HCS!
ATTENTION: All After School Activities are CANCELLED for today, Tuesday, January 6, due to the after-school inclement weather.
4TH GRADE NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES
During the month of November, our 4th graders learned about Native Americans who lived in what is now New York State. Along with classroom learning, students chose to complete a project at home with their families focused on the Iroquois.
Students explored topics such as Iroquois longhouses, clothing, games, toys, and masks. Many created detailed models and displays, then proudly brought their projects to school to present to their classmates.
They did an amazing job! Thank you to our families and staff for helping bring this learning to life.
During the month of November, our 4th graders learned about Native Americans who lived in what is now New York State. Along with classroom learning, students chose to complete a project at home with their families focused on the Iroquois.
Students explored topics such as Iroquois longhouses, clothing, games, toys, and masks. Many created detailed models and displays, then proudly brought their projects to school to present to their classmates.
They did an amazing job! Thank you to our families and staff for helping bring this learning to life.
WINTER WALKING PROGRAM
Hancock Central School District will be offering their Winter Wellness Walking Program for area residents who wish to walk inside during the cold weather. On weekdays, the Hancock Central middle/high school building will be open for walkers from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the second floor and third floor only.
The second-floor entrance by the Main Office will be used for entering and exiting the building, and there will be a sign-in/sign-out sheet inside the 2nd floor entrance. This program begins January 5, 2026 and ends May 1, 2026. The building will not be open for walking on days that school is closed.
SPIRIT WEEK & HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
We kept the spirit going on Thursday with “Naughty vs. Nice” Day! Students and staff had fun choosing their side and showing off festive outfits ranging from sweet and cheerful to mischievously merry.
Today is ‘Ugly Sweater’ day! From classic holiday designs to creative and cozy looks, the participation was fantastic and the smiles were everywhere.
As we begin our holiday break, we would like to wish all of our HCS families a safe, restful, and enjoyable time filled with moments of joy and togetherness.
Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming all of our students back to school on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Happy Holidays from all of us at HCS!
We kept the spirit going on Thursday with “Naughty vs. Nice” Day! Students and staff had fun choosing their side and showing off festive outfits ranging from sweet and cheerful to mischievously merry.
Today is ‘Ugly Sweater’ day! From classic holiday designs to creative and cozy looks, the participation was fantastic and the smiles were everywhere.
As we begin our holiday break, we would like to wish all of our HCS families a safe, restful, and enjoyable time filled with moments of joy and togetherness.
Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming all of our students back to school on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Happy Holidays from all of us at HCS!
CHRISTMAS CRAFTS & LEGACY OF HONOR
Our elementary students had a festive and memorable day filled with creativity and reflection. Students in grades 1–4 enjoyed our annual Christmas Craft Day, rotating through cheerful crafting stations while listening to holiday music and celebrating the season with friends!
In addition, students in grades 2–4 were visited by Mr. and Mrs. Whiting from Legacy of Honor, who shared special holiday ornaments and an important message centered on Bravery, Honor, and Freedom. Thank you for taking the time to visit HCS and for making the day even more meaningful for our students!
Our elementary students had a festive and memorable day filled with creativity and reflection. Students in grades 1–4 enjoyed our annual Christmas Craft Day, rotating through cheerful crafting stations while listening to holiday music and celebrating the season with friends!
In addition, students in grades 2–4 were visited by Mr. and Mrs. Whiting from Legacy of Honor, who shared special holiday ornaments and an important message centered on Bravery, Honor, and Freedom. Thank you for taking the time to visit HCS and for making the day even more meaningful for our students!
SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER
Thank you to Mrs. Noyd and her assistant student carolers for stopping by classrooms to share Christmas songs and festive cheer! Your beautiful singing brought smiles to students and staff and helped make the day extra special.
We appreciate you spreading the holiday spirit throughout our school!
Thank you to Mrs. Noyd and her assistant student carolers for stopping by classrooms to share Christmas songs and festive cheer! Your beautiful singing brought smiles to students and staff and helped make the day extra special.
We appreciate you spreading the holiday spirit throughout our school!
SUGAR COOKIE FUN!
Thank you to Alyssa Davis for stopping in to our UPK and 2nd grade yesterday to decorate sugar cookies with our students! It was a fun and festive activity that everyone enjoyed. We appreciate you taking the time to help make the day extra sweet for our students!
