MIDDLE SCHOOL FIELD DAYS
Our middle school students had a fantastic time during Field Days! The day was filled with fun activities including relays, gaga ball, kickball, Kan Jam, sidewalk chalk, and water activities that helped everyone stay cool and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Students also enjoyed a visit to the ice cream stand! A special thank you to Mrs. D’Elia and Mrs. Newman for serving ice cream and helping students beat the heat on a hot, sunny day.
We would also like to thank all of our teachers and staff members for their hard work and dedication in supporting our students and making Field Days such a success. Your efforts helped create a fun, memorable experience for everyone involved.
Excellent job, everyone!
Our middle school students had a fantastic time during Field Days! The day was filled with fun activities including relays, gaga ball, kickball, Kan Jam, sidewalk chalk, and water activities that helped everyone stay cool and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Students also enjoyed a visit to the ice cream stand! A special thank you to Mrs. D’Elia and Mrs. Newman for serving ice cream and helping students beat the heat on a hot, sunny day.
We would also like to thank all of our teachers and staff members for their hard work and dedication in supporting our students and making Field Days such a success. Your efforts helped create a fun, memorable experience for everyone involved.
Excellent job, everyone!
ATHLETIC AWARDS CEREMONY
The 5th annual D-H Athletic Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, June 24th , at 6:00 p.m. in the Deposit HS Auditorium. Immediately after the ceremony, refreshments will be available in the high school cafeteria.
We look forward to honoring our student athletes!
The 5th annual D-H Athletic Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, June 24th , at 6:00 p.m. in the Deposit HS Auditorium. Immediately after the ceremony, refreshments will be available in the high school cafeteria.
We look forward to honoring our student athletes!
NYS REGENTS SCHEDULE
Attention students and families: New York State Regents Exams will begin on Monday, June 9, and Tuesday, June 10.
Please review the exam schedule below carefully and make note of the dates and times for all scheduled exams. Students should arrive on time, be well-rested, and come prepared with any necessary materials.
We encourage all students taking Regents exams to continue reviewing and preparing as they finish the school year strong. Good luck to all of our students, we know your hard work and dedication will pay off!
Attention students and families: New York State Regents Exams will begin on Monday, June 9, and Tuesday, June 10.
Please review the exam schedule below carefully and make note of the dates and times for all scheduled exams. Students should arrive on time, be well-rested, and come prepared with any necessary materials.
We encourage all students taking Regents exams to continue reviewing and preparing as they finish the school year strong. Good luck to all of our students, we know your hard work and dedication will pay off!
BASEBALL IN EDUCATION DAY
Our 5th and 6th grade students had a fantastic time enjoying a beautiful day at the ballpark yesterday as they watched the Binghamton Rumble Ponies in action!
The trip provided students with an exciting opportunity to experience America's pastime while enjoying time with classmates outside of the classroom. From cheering on the players to taking in the sights and sounds of the game, it was a memorable day for everyone involved.
A special thank you to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies for sponsoring their annual Baseball in Education Day and for providing our students with such a fun and educational experience.
We appreciate the opportunity and are grateful for a wonderful day at the ballpark!
Our 5th and 6th grade students had a fantastic time enjoying a beautiful day at the ballpark yesterday as they watched the Binghamton Rumble Ponies in action!
The trip provided students with an exciting opportunity to experience America's pastime while enjoying time with classmates outside of the classroom. From cheering on the players to taking in the sights and sounds of the game, it was a memorable day for everyone involved.
A special thank you to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies for sponsoring their annual Baseball in Education Day and for providing our students with such a fun and educational experience.
We appreciate the opportunity and are grateful for a wonderful day at the ballpark!
JOINT DEPOSIT-HANCOCK BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
The Deposit and Hancock Boards of Education will hold a joint Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, June 9, at 6:00 p.m. in the HCS Middle-High School Auditorium.
We look forward to reviewing the results of the final merger study, which will be presented to the Deposit and Hancock Boards of Education by Cosimo Tangorra Jr. and Scott Bischoping of Leadership Solutions Advisers (LSA). BT-BOCES Superintendent Rebecca Stone and DCMO BOCES Superintendent Michael Rullo will also present information regarding school district reorganization. Additionally, David Elliott from the New York State Education Department will be in attendance.
For those unable to attend in person, the meeting will be livestreamed through the DCMO BOCES YouTube channel using the link provided below:
https://www.youtube.com/@DCMOBOCESOfficial
We encourage all interested community members to join us. We look forward to seeing you there!
The Deposit and Hancock Boards of Education will hold a joint Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, June 9, at 6:00 p.m. in the HCS Middle-High School Auditorium.
We look forward to reviewing the results of the final merger study, which will be presented to the Deposit and Hancock Boards of Education by Cosimo Tangorra Jr. and Scott Bischoping of Leadership Solutions Advisers (LSA). BT-BOCES Superintendent Rebecca Stone and DCMO BOCES Superintendent Michael Rullo will also present information regarding school district reorganization. Additionally, David Elliott from the New York State Education Department will be in attendance.
For those unable to attend in person, the meeting will be livestreamed through the DCMO BOCES YouTube channel using the link provided below:
https://www.youtube.com/@DCMOBOCESOfficial
We encourage all interested community members to join us. We look forward to seeing you there!
IMPORTANT END OF YEAR DATES
June is here and we are quickly approaching the end of the 2025-2026 school year!
Please take a look at the dates listed in the image below for end of year school information at HCS!
June is here and we are quickly approaching the end of the 2025-2026 school year!
Please take a look at the dates listed in the image below for end of year school information at HCS!
CONGRATULATIONS, NICHOLAS!
Hancock Central School would like to congratulate Nicholas Bialecki on being recognized during the DCMO BOCES CTE Signing Day!
We are proud to celebrate Nicholas as he takes the next step in his career journey by committing to join the Northeast Regional Council of Carpenters upon completion of the 2025-2026 school year.
Nicholas' hard work, dedication, and commitment to developing his skills have helped pave the way for this exciting opportunity. We look forward to seeing all that he accomplishes as he begins his career in the skilled trades.
Congratulations, Nicholas! The entire HCS community is proud of you and wishes you continued success in the future!
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
Families, see the flyer below from the Institute for Child Development regarding a virtual workshop for Emotion Regulation & Autism. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, 6/17, from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
If interested, you may register at the link below:
https://nysrcasd.org/events/1670/registrations/new
Families, see the flyer below from the Institute for Child Development regarding a virtual workshop for Emotion Regulation & Autism. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, 6/17, from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
If interested, you may register at the link below:
https://nysrcasd.org/events/1670/registrations/new
JUNE MENUS
Please take a look at our breakfast and lunch offerings for the month of June here at HCS!
Please take a look at our breakfast and lunch offerings for the month of June here at HCS!
SOFTBALL SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP INFO
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles softball team on their 15-3 victory over Tioga last night in the Sectional semi-finals! With the win, D-H will take on #2-seeded Union Springs in the Section IV Class C Championship game tomorrow, 5/30, at Greenlight Grand Slam Park in Binghamton.
Tickets for tomorrow’s game can be purchased here:
https://gofan.co/event/6640677?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
Admission is:
Digital $7.30 (General Admission)
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free
Section IV and NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
The flyer below will also be available at the ticket table for spectators to access onsite.
Best of luck to you all!!
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles softball team on their 15-3 victory over Tioga last night in the Sectional semi-finals! With the win, D-H will take on #2-seeded Union Springs in the Section IV Class C Championship game tomorrow, 5/30, at Greenlight Grand Slam Park in Binghamton.
Tickets for tomorrow’s game can be purchased here:
https://gofan.co/event/6640677?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV
Admission is:
Digital $7.30 (General Admission)
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free
Section IV and NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
The flyer below will also be available at the ticket table for spectators to access onsite.
Best of luck to you all!!
SENIOR SIGNS
Senior signs have officially been delivered to the homes of our HCS 12th graders!
We hope these signs help celebrate and recognize the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of the Class of 2026 as graduation draws closer. Be sure to keep an eye out around the community for our seniors being proudly recognized!
A special thank you goes out to Mrs. Appley, Mrs. Asquith, Mr. Charles and Mrs. Newman for assisting with the preparation and delivery of the senior signs. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated!
Senior signs have officially been delivered to the homes of our HCS 12th graders!
We hope these signs help celebrate and recognize the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of the Class of 2026 as graduation draws closer. Be sure to keep an eye out around the community for our seniors being proudly recognized!
A special thank you goes out to Mrs. Appley, Mrs. Asquith, Mr. Charles and Mrs. Newman for assisting with the preparation and delivery of the senior signs. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated!
STORY HOUR
Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Story Hour! It was wonderful to see our young boys and girls enjoying stories shared by Mrs. Asquith, Mrs. Karcher, and Mrs. Hull.
At the end of the evening, students were even able to select a book to take home and continue the joy of reading!
Excellent job to all involved, and thank you for making it such a special evening!
Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Story Hour! It was wonderful to see our young boys and girls enjoying stories shared by Mrs. Asquith, Mrs. Karcher, and Mrs. Hull.
At the end of the evening, students were even able to select a book to take home and continue the joy of reading!
Excellent job to all involved, and thank you for making it such a special evening!
DCMO SENIOR SHOWCASE
Congratulations to Hancock Central School seniors Aidan Johnson, Landon Fuller, and Olivia DuBois, whose work was proudly on display yesterday evening at the DCMO BOCES Senior Showcase!
The showcase highlighted the creativity, hard work, and dedication of students from across the region, and we are proud to see our HCS students representing our school so well. Thank you for sharing your talents and accomplishments with the community!
Great job, Aidan, Landon, and Olivia, we are proud of you all!
Congratulations to Hancock Central School seniors Aidan Johnson, Landon Fuller, and Olivia DuBois, whose work was proudly on display yesterday evening at the DCMO BOCES Senior Showcase!
The showcase highlighted the creativity, hard work, and dedication of students from across the region, and we are proud to see our HCS students representing our school so well. Thank you for sharing your talents and accomplishments with the community!
Great job, Aidan, Landon, and Olivia, we are proud of you all!
NO SCHOOL FRIDAY & MONDAY
We would like to remind our families that there will be no school tomorrow, Friday, May 22, as well as no school on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful long weekend as we take time to honor and remember those who have served our country.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, May 26 as we continue to stride toward the end of the school year!
We would like to remind our families that there will be no school tomorrow, Friday, May 22, as well as no school on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful long weekend as we take time to honor and remember those who have served our country.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, May 26 as we continue to stride toward the end of the school year!
CONCERT HIGHLIGHTS
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Middle-High School Concert this past Tuesday evening! We are so proud of all of our band and chorus students for their hard work and outstanding performances, you truly did a fabulous job representing HCS!
We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Noyd for everything she has done for our chorus students over the years. This concert marked her final performance at HCS, and we are deeply grateful for her dedication, passion, and the lasting impact she has made on so many students.
A special thank you as well to our senior students for their commitment and contributions over the years. This concert marked their final HCS performance before graduation, and we appreciate all they have brought to our music program during their time here.
Additionally, we would like to highlight our elementary art students and Ms. Kellam, who displayed beautiful student artwork at the entrance of the auditorium for guests to enjoy. It was a wonderful way to showcase their creativity!
The concert is available on our youtube channel at the following address:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4jvLPEAjnU
Excellent job, everyone!
GOLF COMPETES AT SECTIONALS
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles Golf Team on competing in Sectional Play this week!
D-H participated in team Sectionals this past Monday at Delhi, representing their schools with hard work, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day on the course. We are proud of the effort, dedication, and teamwork shown by all of our golfers this season and especially during sectional competition.
We also would like to congratulate Wyatt Persbacker, who participated in individual State qualifiers yesterday in Elmira! Individuals needed an average of +6.5 or under throughout the season to be eligible for state qualifying, which Wyatt was able to accomplish.
Congratulations Wyatt and great job to the rest of the team. Your school and community are proud of you!
Congratulations to our D-H Eagles Golf Team on competing in Sectional Play this week!
D-H participated in team Sectionals this past Monday at Delhi, representing their schools with hard work, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day on the course. We are proud of the effort, dedication, and teamwork shown by all of our golfers this season and especially during sectional competition.
We also would like to congratulate Wyatt Persbacker, who participated in individual State qualifiers yesterday in Elmira! Individuals needed an average of +6.5 or under throughout the season to be eligible for state qualifying, which Wyatt was able to accomplish.
Congratulations Wyatt and great job to the rest of the team. Your school and community are proud of you!
TRACK & FIELD HIGHLIGHTS
A big thank you to Coach Ostrander for sharing some recent Track & Field pictures with us!
Our athletes have been putting in the work all season long, showing dedication, determination, and great sportsmanship every step of the way. We are proud of the effort and hard work each student-athlete continues to display both at practices and competitions.
Great job to all of our Track & Field athletes , keep up the great work!
A big thank you to Coach Ostrander for sharing some recent Track & Field pictures with us!
Our athletes have been putting in the work all season long, showing dedication, determination, and great sportsmanship every step of the way. We are proud of the effort and hard work each student-athlete continues to display both at practices and competitions.
Great job to all of our Track & Field athletes , keep up the great work!
ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY
Our 5th graders took full advantage of the sunshine on Monday as they celebrated Endangered Species Day in a creative way!
Students spent time on the front steps using chalk to draw and highlight a variety of endangered species from around the world. From land to sea, their artwork showcased both creativity and awareness as they learned about the importance of protecting wildlife and preserving habitats.
Great work by our young artists for combining learning, creativity, and environmental stewardship all in one colorful display!
Our 5th graders took full advantage of the sunshine on Monday as they celebrated Endangered Species Day in a creative way!
Students spent time on the front steps using chalk to draw and highlight a variety of endangered species from around the world. From land to sea, their artwork showcased both creativity and awareness as they learned about the importance of protecting wildlife and preserving habitats.
Great work by our young artists for combining learning, creativity, and environmental stewardship all in one colorful display!
QUARTER 3 AWARDS (MS-HS)
We are proud to recognize our Middle School and High School students for their outstanding academic achievement during the 3rd quarter. Congratulations to all students who earned Merit Roll, Honor Roll, and High Honor Roll recognition!
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HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS:
MERIT ROLL:
Grade 9: John D’Elia, Nicholas Irimescu, Parker Matthews, Landyn Robinson
Grade 10: Warren Middleton, Aubrey Rutherford, Jaiara Yeneic
Grade 11: Ethan Dennis, Kaycee Karcher, Nicholas Lee, Kourtney Woodmansee
Grade 12: Jeremiah Diaz, Aidan Johnson, Landon Fuller, Hunter Oddo, Amadalee Rodriguez, Alexi Rosel, Micah Simmons, Greyson Thomas
HONOR ROLL:
Grade 9: Jack Arrigan, Ariana Blakeslee, Wesley Boice, Jake D’Elia, Xavier Esolen, Arianna Hunt, Jongryul Kim, Chase Mack, Livian Robinson, Cameron Thomas, Emma Tice, Gavyn Westbrook, Lacey White
Grade 10: Nora Bartholomew, Charles Dohanic, Aubreigh Werner, Cherish Wright
Grade 11: Olivia Johnston, Clark Porosky, Amelia Waldron
Grade 12: Nicholas Bialecki, Cambry Cobb, Jordan Decker, Patrick Esolen, Grace Evanitsky, Ramey Farr, Landon Fuller, Liam Kelly, Tru MacDowall, Aiden Noble, Paula Orlowski, Quinn Rowe, Alyssa Ryder
HIGH HONOR ROLL:
Grade 9: Madilynn Gustin, Elaine He, Stephen Simpson
Grade 10: Kadyn Appley, Steven Saul Jr., Kayden Swartwout
Grade 11: Marco Avila, Holden Dufton, Lucas Gately, Leigha Mead
Grade 12: Emily Bolster, Autumn Dohanic, Olivia DuBois, Olivia Esolen, Liam Kelly, Joshua Lawson, Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Stevie Woodmansee, Leah Wormuth
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MIDDLE SCHOOL AWARDS:
MERIT ROLL:
Grade 5: Carter Chandler, Ella Dufton, Emma Ruiz, Luke Wormuth
Grade 6: Weston Kille, Jacob Wormuth
Grade 7: Gianna Calendrillo, Baylie Ellis
Grade 8: Madison Bolster, Arissa Crawson, Jada Furlong, Richard Miller, Liam Noble, Kylan Possemato
HONOR ROLL:
Grade 5: Kyla Blakeslee, William Bogart, Adrian Bolster, Jace Carmody, Cora Possemato, Lillie Walker
Grade 6: Earl Miller, Brice Satkowski
Grade 7: Joshua Dunlap, Liam Chapman, Addie Furlong, Jonghyeok Kim, Leon Miller, Evan Vitale
Grade 8: Jayden D’Elia, Owen Drake, Bryleigh Drumm, Jena Furlong, Sophia Jefferson, Hannah Morgan
HIGH HONOR ROLL:
Grade 5: Liah Chapman, Mia Cotza, Bentley Coy, Cade Thomason, Jo’siyah Wright
Grade 6: Samuel Brigham, Jace Murphy, Addison Picozzi, Emerson Rinn
Grade 7: Harper Dufton, Ava Reynolds
Grade 8: Karynn Appley, Liliana Avila, Justin He, Preston Johnston, Zoey Kille, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Sophia Prescott, Emma Saul, Cooper Wormuth
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PERFECT ATTENDANCE:
Grade 5: Cade Thomason, Lillie Walker
Grade 6: Addison Picozzi
Grade 7: Addie Furlong, Alivia Young
Grade 8: Justin He, Preston Johnston, Braidynn Marino, Richard Miller, Hannah Morgan, Sophia Prescott, Emma Saul, Cooper Wormuth
Excellent job and congratulations to all of you!
We are proud to recognize our Middle School and High School students for their outstanding academic achievement during the 3rd quarter. Congratulations to all students who earned Merit Roll, Honor Roll, and High Honor Roll recognition!
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HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS:
MERIT ROLL:
Grade 9: John D’Elia, Nicholas Irimescu, Parker Matthews, Landyn Robinson
Grade 10: Warren Middleton, Aubrey Rutherford, Jaiara Yeneic
Grade 11: Ethan Dennis, Kaycee Karcher, Nicholas Lee, Kourtney Woodmansee
Grade 12: Jeremiah Diaz, Aidan Johnson, Landon Fuller, Hunter Oddo, Amadalee Rodriguez, Alexi Rosel, Micah Simmons, Greyson Thomas
HONOR ROLL:
Grade 9: Jack Arrigan, Ariana Blakeslee, Wesley Boice, Jake D’Elia, Xavier Esolen, Arianna Hunt, Jongryul Kim, Chase Mack, Livian Robinson, Cameron Thomas, Emma Tice, Gavyn Westbrook, Lacey White
Grade 10: Nora Bartholomew, Charles Dohanic, Aubreigh Werner, Cherish Wright
Grade 11: Olivia Johnston, Clark Porosky, Amelia Waldron
Grade 12: Nicholas Bialecki, Cambry Cobb, Jordan Decker, Patrick Esolen, Grace Evanitsky, Ramey Farr, Landon Fuller, Liam Kelly, Tru MacDowall, Aiden Noble, Paula Orlowski, Quinn Rowe, Alyssa Ryder
HIGH HONOR ROLL:
Grade 9: Madilynn Gustin, Elaine He, Stephen Simpson
Grade 10: Kadyn Appley, Steven Saul Jr., Kayden Swartwout
Grade 11: Marco Avila, Holden Dufton, Lucas Gately, Leigha Mead
Grade 12: Emily Bolster, Autumn Dohanic, Olivia DuBois, Olivia Esolen, Liam Kelly, Joshua Lawson, Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Stevie Woodmansee, Leah Wormuth
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MIDDLE SCHOOL AWARDS:
MERIT ROLL:
Grade 5: Carter Chandler, Ella Dufton, Emma Ruiz, Luke Wormuth
Grade 6: Weston Kille, Jacob Wormuth
Grade 7: Gianna Calendrillo, Baylie Ellis
Grade 8: Madison Bolster, Arissa Crawson, Jada Furlong, Richard Miller, Liam Noble, Kylan Possemato
HONOR ROLL:
Grade 5: Kyla Blakeslee, William Bogart, Adrian Bolster, Jace Carmody, Cora Possemato, Lillie Walker
Grade 6: Earl Miller, Brice Satkowski
Grade 7: Joshua Dunlap, Liam Chapman, Addie Furlong, Jonghyeok Kim, Leon Miller, Evan Vitale
Grade 8: Jayden D’Elia, Owen Drake, Bryleigh Drumm, Jena Furlong, Sophia Jefferson, Hannah Morgan
HIGH HONOR ROLL:
Grade 5: Liah Chapman, Mia Cotza, Bentley Coy, Cade Thomason, Jo’siyah Wright
Grade 6: Samuel Brigham, Jace Murphy, Addison Picozzi, Emerson Rinn
Grade 7: Harper Dufton, Ava Reynolds
Grade 8: Karynn Appley, Liliana Avila, Justin He, Preston Johnston, Zoey Kille, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Sophia Prescott, Emma Saul, Cooper Wormuth
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PERFECT ATTENDANCE:
Grade 5: Cade Thomason, Lillie Walker
Grade 6: Addison Picozzi
Grade 7: Addie Furlong, Alivia Young
Grade 8: Justin He, Preston Johnston, Braidynn Marino, Richard Miller, Hannah Morgan, Sophia Prescott, Emma Saul, Cooper Wormuth
Excellent job and congratulations to all of you!
CLASS OF 2026 VALEDICTORIAN & SALUTATORIAN ANNOUNCED
Hancock Central School is proud to recognize the top academic achievers of the Class of 2026!
Please join us in congratulating our Valedictorian, Stevie Woodmansee, who will be continuing her education at SUNY Empire State University, where she plans to study Psychology.
We are also excited to recognize our Salutatorian, Gwyneth Nebzydoski, who will be attending the University of Scranton to pursue a degree in Nursing.
Both students have demonstrated outstanding dedication, academic excellence, and commitment throughout their time at HCS.
Congratulations to you both on this incredible achievement, best wishes as you take the next steps in your academic journeys!
Hancock Central School is proud to recognize the top academic achievers of the Class of 2026!
Please join us in congratulating our Valedictorian, Stevie Woodmansee, who will be continuing her education at SUNY Empire State University, where she plans to study Psychology.
We are also excited to recognize our Salutatorian, Gwyneth Nebzydoski, who will be attending the University of Scranton to pursue a degree in Nursing.
Both students have demonstrated outstanding dedication, academic excellence, and commitment throughout their time at HCS.
Congratulations to you both on this incredible achievement, best wishes as you take the next steps in your academic journeys!
