Hancock Middle/High School

HCS COMMENCEMENT TOMORROW Join us in celebrating the Hancock Central School Class of 2025 at their Commencement Ceremony tomorrow evening, June 27, at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle-High School Auditorium! • Doors open at 6:30 p.m. • Guests will enter through the 2nd floor entrance. If you’re unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be live streamed on the HCS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hancockcentralschooldistrict Let’s come together to honor and celebrate the achievements of our graduating seniors. We look forward to seeing you there!

8TH GRADE GRADUATION Congratulations to our 8th graders on their graduation yesterday afternoon! We celebrated this important milestone with awards, music, and pride as our students prepare to take the next big step into high school. They beautifully led the audience in singing the HCS Alma Mater, and several students gave a fantastic performance of "Riptide" by Vance Joy — great job! Enjoy your summer, 8th graders! We can’t wait to see you in September as you begin your journey in 9th grade! HIGH HONOR ROLL: Grade 8: Xavier Esolen, Madilyn Gustin, Elaine He, Adelaide Roenfeldt, Emma Tice HONOR ROLL: Grade 8: Ariana Blakeslee, Jake D’Elia, John D’Elia, Arianna Hunt, Landyn Robinson, Livian Robinson, Cameron Thomas, Gavyn Westbrook, Lacey White MERIT ROLL: Grade 8: Chase Mack Middle School Challenge Award: Livian Robinson and Cameron Thomas American Legion Auxiliary: Elaine He American Legion: Madilynn Gustin and Landyn Robinson The Henry Nyberg Award: Elaine He Justin's Patriotic Project Award: Chase Mack Academic Achievement (Highest Average): Math: Elaine He & Jongryul Kim Science: John D'Elia Social Studies: Madilynn Gustin English: Elaine He Phys. Ed.: Landyn Robinson Art: Madilyn Gustin Music: Elaine He, Adelaide Roenfeldt Band: Adelaide Roenfeldt Technology: Madilyn Gustin and Elaine He Spanish: Elaine He Chorus: Madilynn Gustin, Arianna Hunt Most Effort: Most Improved for Math: Isaiah Diaz and Madilyn Gustin Science: Adelaide Roenfeldt Social Studies: Isaiah Diaz and Trenten Gill English: Madilynn Gustin, Gavyn Wetsbrook Phys. Ed.: Carter Wormuth Music: Gavyn Westbrook, Emma Tice, Landyn Robinson Chorus: Lacey White Art: Elaine He Band: Xavier Esolen Most Prepared 8th Grade: Emma Tice Comptroller Achievement Award: Lacey White Sportsmanship Award 8th Grade: Arianna Hunt President's Awards: Ariana Blakeslee, Jake D'Elia, John D'Elia, Xavier Esolen, Madilynn Gustin, Elaine He, Arianna Hunt, Landyn Robinson, Livian Robinson, Adelaide Roenfeldt, Cameron Thomas, Gavyn Westbrook, Lacey White American Citizenship Awards: Gavyn Westbrook& Lacey White Triple C Awards: Elaine He and Emma Tice Civic Ambassador Award: Madilynn Gustin Perfect Attendance Awards: 4th Quarter: Ariana Blakelsee, Jake D'Elia, Trenten Gill Entire Year: Trenten Gill

MIDDLE SCHOOL AWARDS Yesterday, we held our Middle School Awards Ceremony at HCS, recognizing students in grades 5 through 7 for their hard work and achievements this school year! Congratulations to all our award winners — you did a wonderful job, and we’re proud of each one of you! All our award winners are listed below. Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer… we’ll see you in September! HIGH HONOR ROLL: Grade 5: Samuel Brigham, Ivan Haskell, Emerson Rinn Grade 6: Gianna Calendrillo, Harper Dufton, Ava Reynolds Grade 7: Karynn Appley, Liliana Avila, Jayden D’Elia, Justin He, Preston Johnston, Zoey Kille, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Sophia Prescott, Emma Saul, Cooper Wormuth HONOR ROLL: Grade 5: Maci Berlingeri, Earl Miller, Addison Picozzi Grade 6: Liam Chapman, Christopher Davanzo, Joshua Dunlap, Baylie Ellis, Addie Furlong, Leon Miller, Aurora Ruiz, Chanel Wignall Grade 7: John Blanchard, Owen Drake, Bryleigh Drumm, Sophia Jefferson, Richard Miller, Liam Noble MERIT ROLL: Grade 5: Jace Murphy, Brice Satkowski Grade 6: Elisha Simmons Grade 7: Madison Bolster, Jesse Brigham, Arissa Crawson, Jada Furlong, Jena Furlong, Hannah Morgan, Gage Zazeckie Dominic Passiniti Award: Harper Dufton Justin's Patriotic Project Awards: 5th Grade: Ivan Haskell 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Sophia Prescott Academic Achievement Awards (Highest Average): Math 5th Grade: Emerson Rinn 6th Grade: Ava Reynolds 7th Grade: Karynn Appley Science 5th Grade: Emerson Rinn 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Karynn Appley Social Studies 5th Grade: Emerson Rinn 6th Grade: Ava Reynolds 7th Grade: Karynn Appley English 5th Grade: Emerson Rinn 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Karynn Appley and Cooper Wormuth Phys Ed 5th Grade: Chloe Reynolds and Maci Berlingeri 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Arissa Crawson Computers 5th Grade: Samuel Brigham and Maci Berlingeri 6th Grade: Ava Reynolds 7th Grade: Karynn Appley and Lilianna Avila Art 5th Grade: Addison Picozzi 6th Grade: Addie Furlong 7th Grade: Emma Saul Technology 7th Grade: Karynn Appley Chorus 5th Grade: Samuel Brigham and Emerson Rinn 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Cooper Wormuth Music 5th Grade: Samuel Brigham 6th Grade: Harper Dufton Band 5th Grade: Samuel Brigham 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Emma Saul Health 7th Grade: Karynn Appley and Cooper Wormuth Most Effort/Most Improved: Math 5th Grade: Samuel Brigham 6th Grade: Aurora Ruiz 7th Grade: Richard Miller and Preston Johnston Science 5th Grade: Ivan Haskell 6th Grade: Gianna Calendrillo 7th Grade: Lily Avila Social Studies 5th Grade: Ivan Haskell 6th Grade: Elijah Simmons 7th Grade: Mariana Bello English 5th Grade: Addison Picozzi 6th Grade: Gianna Calendrillo 7th Grade: Sophia Jefferson 7th Grade: Braylee Marino Phys. Ed. 5th Grade: Jace Murphy 5th Grade: Addison Picozzi 6th Grade: Ava Reynolds 7th Grade: Lily Avila 7th Grade: Andrew Zimar Computers 5th Grade: Ivan Haskell 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Cooper Wormuth Art 5th Grade: Jace Murphy 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Sophia Prescott Chorus 5th Grade: Chloe Reynolds 6th Grade: Joshua Dunlap 7th Grade: Emma Saul 7th Grade: Madison Bolster Music 5th Grade: Addison Picozzi 6th Grade: Jonghyeok Kim Band 5th Grade: Earl Miller 6th Grade: Christopher Davanzo 7th Grade: Karynn Appley Health 7th Grade: Liliana Avila Most Prepared/Organized: 5th Grade: Maci Berlingeri and Earl Miller 6th Grade: Addie Furlong and Chanel Wignall 7th Grade: Lily Avila Sportsmanship Award - Phys Ed. 5th Grade: Jacob Wormuth 6th Grade: Harper Dufton 7th Grade: Justin He American Citizenship Award: 5th Grade: Jace Murphy 6th Grade: Baylie Ellis 7th Grade: Owen Drake and Cooper Wormuth Perfect Attendance: Grade 5 Maci Berlingeri, Samuel Brigham, Ivan Haskell, Addison Picozzi, Emerson Rinn Grade 6 Christopher Davanzo, Harper Dufton, Addie Furlong, Ava Reynolds Grade 7 Madison Bolster, Justin He, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Sophia Prescott Perfect Attendance All Year: Grade 5 Ivan Haskell & Addison Picozzi Grade 6 Addie Furlong Grade 7 Justin He, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Sophia Prescott

Senior Spotlight: Natalie Woodmansee Highlighting Natalie Woodmansee, a member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! Her achievements include: • Participation in volleyball and bowling Favorite Memory: “Field days.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Be yourself!” Future Plans: Attend Marywood University to major in Biology and eventually become a dentist. Natalie, your passion and drive will lead you to success. Wishing you the best on your journey!

AWARDS TODAY Just a reminder that we have several different events throughout the day today for our Elementary and Middle School students: - Elementary Awards at 8:45 a.m. - 4th Grade Moving Up at 9:00 a.m. - Middle School Awards at 11:30 a.m. - 8th Grade Graduation at 1:00 p.m. Elementary awards and 4th grade moving up will be in the Elementary Cafetorium, while Middle School Awards and 8th grade graduation will be in the MS-HS Auditorium. We look forward to seeing you there!

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR KINDERGARTEN GRADUATES! Earlier today, we celebrated a big milestone for our Kindergarten students as they proudly graduated and took the next step in their academic journey! Our kindergarten boys and girls led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem, then wowed us with their performances of "When I Grow Up", "Imagine" and "What I Am". We are so proud of all their hard work, growth, and enthusiasm this year. Congratulations to the Class of 2037!

CELEBRATING OUR HCS SENIORS! Last night, we proudly recognized and honored our Hancock Central School seniors during their Senior Banquet and Baccalaureate Exercises! We extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing food service staff for preparing and serving a delicious dinner to our seniors. Special thanks to: Reverend Dr. Bernard Osei Ampong of St. Paul’s Catholic Church for delivering the evening’s invocation, Reverend Dr. Phyllis Norman for her inspiring and thoughtful baccalaureate address, and Robin Evanitsky for offering a meaningful benediction to close the evening. Congratulations to the HCS Class of 2025 — we are so proud of you and all that you’ve accomplished!

Senior Spotlight: Emmalee Watson Celebrating Emmalee Watson, a member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! Her achievements include: • Member of student council, chorus, and Spanish club • Participation in school plays and volleyball Favorite Memory: “Freshman year Social Studies.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Enjoy all the little things.” Future Plans: Attend SUNY Broome to study Early Childhood Education. Emmalee, your involvement and positive outlook will guide you well in your future endeavors. Best wishes!

REMINDER: HS BACCALAUREATE CEREMONY TONIGHT Hancock Central School’s Baccalaureate Ceremony is happening tonight, June 23rd, at 7:15 p.m. in the HCS Middle-High School Auditorium. Join us as we celebrate our graduating seniors with this special tradition. We hope to see you there!

Senior Spotlight: Carolyn Warfield Highlighting Carolyn Warfield, a proud member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! Her achievements include: • Participation in journalism and bowling Favorite Memory: “Art class with my best friend Alyssa.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Don’t procrastinate.” Future Plans: Attend college to study MRI Technology. Carolyn, your creativity and focus will take you far. Wishing you success in your studies and beyond!

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS VISIT FRENCH WOODS SPORTS AND ARTS CENTER! Our HCS middle school students had an amazing adventure today at French Woods Sports and Arts Center! From horseback riding & care to the trapeze, circus fun, and a variety of sports activities, our students stayed active, challenged themselves, and had a blast every step of the way! It was a busy and unforgettable day, filled with smiles and memories. A huge thank you to our dedicated staff and the wonderful team at French Woods for making this experience possible!

REMINDER: D-H ATHLETIC AWARDS CEREMONY THIS TUESDAY Join us for the 4th Annual Deposit-Hancock Merged Athletic Awards Ceremony this Tuesday, June 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the Hancock MS-HS Auditorium as we celebrate and recognize our incredible student athletes and their achievements throughout the 2024-2025 sports seasons! Let's honor the hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship of our student athletes! Refreshments will be served in the high school cafeteria immediately following the ceremony. We look forward to seeing you there!

Senior Spotlight: Julianna Ruiz Celebrating Julianna Ruiz, a member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! Her achievements include: • Participation and work with the Hancock Community Education Foundation After School Program • Career training at BOCES in Automotive Technology Favorite Memory: “Being with my friends.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Be yourself.” Future Plans: To help my family. Julianna, your dedication to your community and family is inspiring. Best wishes for your future!

Senior Spotlight: Nicholas Porosky Spotlighting Nicholas Porosky, a valued member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! His achievements include: • Participation in Varsity Wrestling • Career training at BOCES in Welding Favorite Memory: “Welding.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Don’t get into trouble.” Future Plans: Work on the pipeline. Nicholas, your hard work and focus will open doors. Wishing you success on your path ahead!

Senior Spotlight: Tyler Persbacker Highlighting Tyler Persbacker, a proud member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! His achievements include: • Perfect attendance throughout his entire high school career • Participation in baseball, football, and bowling • Career training at BOCES in Automotive Technology Favorite Memory: “Sophomore gym class with Miss Sherburne.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Don’t stress about senior year, it’s easy.” Future Plans: Become a lineman and make big bucks. Tyler, your dedication and positive attitude will take you far. Best wishes on your career journey!

END OF YEAR - IMPORTANT DATES See the graphic below for important, end of year information at HCS. There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, June 19th, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We have a busy week and a half remaining before the students are off for summer!

Senior Spotlight: Jakob Payne Celebrating Jakob Payne, a member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! His achievements include: • Career training at BOCES in Welding Advice to the Class of 2026: “Do your work.” Future Plans: Enter the workforce Jakob, your focus and determination will guide you forward. Wishing you success in your next steps!

HCS SENIOR TRIP! On the final day of the HCS senior trip, students toured the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, then spent the rest of the day soaking up the sun at Virginia Beach! From swimming to beach volleyball and relaxing in the long-awaited sunshine, it was the perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable trip! Safe travels home, seniors!

Free Summer Meals for Kids at HCS! Hancock Central School is proud to offer free meals for all children 18 and under each Monday through Thursday from July 7 through July 31 in the MS-HS Cafeteria. Breakfast: 8:00 – 8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 – 11:45 AM No registration or ID required—just show up and enjoy a nutritious meal! This opportunity is provided in conjunction with SUN Programs: USDA’s Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids, with funding in part by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Let’s help keep our kids fueled and thriving this summer!

Senior Spotlight: Aidan Norton Highlighting Aidan Norton, a dedicated member of the Hancock Central School Class of 2025! His achievements include: • Member of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) • Participation in bowling • Career training at BOCES in Conservation Favorite Memory: “Tenth grade gym class.” Advice to the Class of 2026: “Don’t be dumb.” Future Plans: Join the workforce Aidan, your practical approach and skills will help you succeed. Best wishes as you step into the next chapter!