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!
TENNIS SECTIONALS AT CAMP STARLIGHT
Yesterday’s tennis sectionals at Camp Starlight were a great success! The weather held up for a solid afternoon on the courts, allowing athletes to compete in ideal conditions and showcase their hard work throughout the season.
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support, as well as to all of the participating schools and athletes who helped make the event run smoothly. Your sportsmanship, effort, and positive energy made for a fantastic day of sectional play.
Congratulations to all competitors on a strong showing, and thank you for representing your teams with pride!
Yesterday’s tennis sectionals at Camp Starlight were a great success! The weather held up for a solid afternoon on the courts, allowing athletes to compete in ideal conditions and showcase their hard work throughout the season.
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support, as well as to all of the participating schools and athletes who helped make the event run smoothly. Your sportsmanship, effort, and positive energy made for a fantastic day of sectional play.
Congratulations to all competitors on a strong showing, and thank you for representing your teams with pride!
THREE-PEAT MAC CHAMPIONS!
Congratulations to the Deposit-Hancock Softball team on capturing the 2026 MAC Championship with a 10-5 victory over Bainbridge-Guilford at Windsor High School last night!
The Eagles were led by a dominant performance in the circle from Aubrey Smith, who recorded 11 strikeouts. Offensively, Ivy Tice finished with 2 hits, including a home run, and scored 2 runs. Pagen Macumber added a double and 3 RBIs, while Haley Begeal collected 2 hits. Kadyn Appley contributed a double, and Leah Braun added 2 hits and scored twice.
Olivia Johnston added a hit and an RBI, while Emma Tice contributed 2 hits and an RBI. Victoria Green and Teeghan Tarbox each recorded a hit, and Averie Lester added a run for the Eagles.
With the win, D-H has now secured THREE consecutive MAC League titles and continues an incredible tradition of success. Congratulations to our players and coaches on another incredible championship season! Your hard work, dedication, and teamwork continue to make the D-H community proud!
Go get ‘em at Sectionals!!
Congratulations to the Deposit-Hancock Softball team on capturing the 2026 MAC Championship with a 10-5 victory over Bainbridge-Guilford at Windsor High School last night!
The Eagles were led by a dominant performance in the circle from Aubrey Smith, who recorded 11 strikeouts. Offensively, Ivy Tice finished with 2 hits, including a home run, and scored 2 runs. Pagen Macumber added a double and 3 RBIs, while Haley Begeal collected 2 hits. Kadyn Appley contributed a double, and Leah Braun added 2 hits and scored twice.
Olivia Johnston added a hit and an RBI, while Emma Tice contributed 2 hits and an RBI. Victoria Green and Teeghan Tarbox each recorded a hit, and Averie Lester added a run for the Eagles.
With the win, D-H has now secured THREE consecutive MAC League titles and continues an incredible tradition of success. Congratulations to our players and coaches on another incredible championship season! Your hard work, dedication, and teamwork continue to make the D-H community proud!
Go get ‘em at Sectionals!!
MS-HS END OF YEAR CONCERT
Hancock families and community members are invited to join us for our MS-HS End of Year Concert on Tuesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium! Come celebrate the hard work and musical talents of our middle and high school student performers as they close out another great year.
The evening also coincides with the Hancock Central School Budget Vote, which will take place in room 203 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. We encourage families and community members to stop out, cast their vote, and enjoy an evening of student performances and creativity.
In addition, an Elementary Art Show/Exhibit will be on display outside of the auditorium for families to view before the concert begins.
We hope to see you there for a wonderful evening celebrating our students!
Hancock families and community members are invited to join us for our MS-HS End of Year Concert on Tuesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium! Come celebrate the hard work and musical talents of our middle and high school student performers as they close out another great year.
The evening also coincides with the Hancock Central School Budget Vote, which will take place in room 203 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. We encourage families and community members to stop out, cast their vote, and enjoy an evening of student performances and creativity.
In addition, an Elementary Art Show/Exhibit will be on display outside of the auditorium for families to view before the concert begins.
We hope to see you there for a wonderful evening celebrating our students!
GOOD LUCK AT SECTIONALS
Best of luck to our D-H Tennis team as they compete in the Tennis Sectionals tomorrow, May 14th, at Camp Starlight!
We are proud of all of your hard work, dedication, and effort throughout the season. Go out there, compete hard, and represent Deposit-Hancock with pride!
Best of luck to our D-H Tennis team as they compete in the Tennis Sectionals tomorrow, May 14th, at Camp Starlight!
We are proud of all of your hard work, dedication, and effort throughout the season. Go out there, compete hard, and represent Deposit-Hancock with pride!
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL MOVE ON TO MAC CHAMPIONSHIP
Congratulations to both D-H Baseball and Softball teams on their MAC tournament victories yesterday evening! Softball defeated Delhi 9-0 and Baseball defeated Oxford-Greene 15-2.
For baseball, Brody Matthews drove in 5 runs on 2 hits, including a grand slam in the 4th inning. Greyson Thomas added 2 hits, 3 runs and 4 runs batted in. Tyler Reis added 2 hits, 1 run and an rbi. Jacoby Mapes, Noah Bass and Connor Mills each added a hit on the day. On the mound, Mapes, Peyton Fortunato and Matthew Singer combined for 9 strikeouts and 1 hit.
For softball, Olivia Johnston went 3 for 4 with 1 run and 1 rbi. Kadyn Appley, Ivy Tice and Haley Begeal each added a pair of hits on the day, with Appley also driving in 3 runs. Pagen Macumber, Averie Lester, Victoria Green, Leah Braun and Teeghan Tarbox all added a hit at the plate. On the hill, Jordan Diemer threw a complete game shutout, striking out 11 with only 2 walks.
With the wins, both teams move on to the MAC Championship game, tomorrow, May 14th. Softball will take on B-G in Deposit, while baseball will take on Unatego-Franklin in Sidney.
Excellent job and best of luck tomorrow to both teams!!
Congratulations to both D-H Baseball and Softball teams on their MAC tournament victories yesterday evening! Softball defeated Delhi 9-0 and Baseball defeated Oxford-Greene 15-2.
For baseball, Brody Matthews drove in 5 runs on 2 hits, including a grand slam in the 4th inning. Greyson Thomas added 2 hits, 3 runs and 4 runs batted in. Tyler Reis added 2 hits, 1 run and an rbi. Jacoby Mapes, Noah Bass and Connor Mills each added a hit on the day. On the mound, Mapes, Peyton Fortunato and Matthew Singer combined for 9 strikeouts and 1 hit.
For softball, Olivia Johnston went 3 for 4 with 1 run and 1 rbi. Kadyn Appley, Ivy Tice and Haley Begeal each added a pair of hits on the day, with Appley also driving in 3 runs. Pagen Macumber, Averie Lester, Victoria Green, Leah Braun and Teeghan Tarbox all added a hit at the plate. On the hill, Jordan Diemer threw a complete game shutout, striking out 11 with only 2 walks.
With the wins, both teams move on to the MAC Championship game, tomorrow, May 14th. Softball will take on B-G in Deposit, while baseball will take on Unatego-Franklin in Sidney.
Excellent job and best of luck tomorrow to both teams!!
NY THURSDAYS TOMORROW
Take a look below at the NY Thursdays menu for tomorrow, May 14th, at HCS!
Take a look below at the NY Thursdays menu for tomorrow, May 14th, at HCS!
SCHOLAR RECOGNITION
Congratulations to Hancock Central School student scholar Stevie Woodmansee and mentor Patricia Gross, who were honored last night, May 11, at the Scholar Recognition Program ceremony held at SUNY Oneonta!
For more than 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the accomplishments of outstanding students and the mentors who have inspired and supported them along the way. We are proud to see Stevie and Ms. Gross recognized for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.
Congratulations to Stevie & Patricia, as well as all of the 2026 Scholars and Mentors on this well-deserved honor!
CONGRATULATIONS, STUDENT ARTISTS!
Hancock Central School is proud to recognize several talented student artists whose artwork was recently published in two outstanding regional publications: Kites and Kings and the Catskill Review!
These publications celebrate creativity and showcase exceptional student work from across the region, and we are excited to see our Wildcats featured!
Catskill Review Student Artists:
• Aubrey Rutherford
• Gavyn Westbrook
• Emma Saul
• Sophia Prescott
• Lucas Gately
Kites and Kings Student Artists:
• Jackson Titus — Cover Artwork
• Lillie Walker
• Bentley Wignall
• Ella Dufton
• Cade Thomason
Congratulations to all of these students for this wonderful accomplishment! Your creativity, hard work, and artistic talent continue to make the HCS community proud!!
Hancock Central School is proud to recognize several talented student artists whose artwork was recently published in two outstanding regional publications: Kites and Kings and the Catskill Review!
These publications celebrate creativity and showcase exceptional student work from across the region, and we are excited to see our Wildcats featured!
Catskill Review Student Artists:
• Aubrey Rutherford
• Gavyn Westbrook
• Emma Saul
• Sophia Prescott
• Lucas Gately
Kites and Kings Student Artists:
• Jackson Titus — Cover Artwork
• Lillie Walker
• Bentley Wignall
• Ella Dufton
• Cade Thomason
Congratulations to all of these students for this wonderful accomplishment! Your creativity, hard work, and artistic talent continue to make the HCS community proud!!
MAC TOURNAMENTS BEGIN TONIGHT
Good luck to both D-H Baseball and Softball teams as they begin MAC Tournament play later today! Softball (#1 seed: 10-0 league, 15-2 overall) will be taking on #4-seeded Delhi (7-3 league, 10-3 overall) in Deposit at 4:30 p.m.
Baseball (#2 seed: 7-1 league, 13-2 overall) will be taking on Oxford/Greene (#3 seed: 6-2 league) in a rematch from last weeks 2-1 victory to decide who would’ve been the 2 seed. Baseball is scheduled for a 4:30 p.m. start at Hancock Fireman’s park.
A win tonight by both would place them in the MAC Championships, currently scheduled for this Thursday, 5/14. Best of luck to both teams!!
Good luck to both D-H Baseball and Softball teams as they begin MAC Tournament play later today! Softball (#1 seed: 10-0 league, 15-2 overall) will be taking on #4-seeded Delhi (7-3 league, 10-3 overall) in Deposit at 4:30 p.m.
Baseball (#2 seed: 7-1 league, 13-2 overall) will be taking on Oxford/Greene (#3 seed: 6-2 league) in a rematch from last weeks 2-1 victory to decide who would’ve been the 2 seed. Baseball is scheduled for a 4:30 p.m. start at Hancock Fireman’s park.
A win tonight by both would place them in the MAC Championships, currently scheduled for this Thursday, 5/14. Best of luck to both teams!!
CBT TESTING REMINDER – MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH
This is a reminder to families that Computer-Based Testing (CBT) in Math for middle school students will take place tomorrow and Wednesday, May 12 & 13, at HCS.
To help students feel confident and prepared, here are a few helpful testing tips:
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive to school on time
• Bring a fully charged Chromebook
• Take your time and read each question carefully
• Stay positive and do your best!
We know our students have worked hard throughout the year, and we are proud of their efforts.
Good luck to all of our Wildcats!
This is a reminder to families that Computer-Based Testing (CBT) in Math for middle school students will take place tomorrow and Wednesday, May 12 & 13, at HCS.
To help students feel confident and prepared, here are a few helpful testing tips:
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive to school on time
• Bring a fully charged Chromebook
• Take your time and read each question carefully
• Stay positive and do your best!
We know our students have worked hard throughout the year, and we are proud of their efforts.
Good luck to all of our Wildcats!
QUARTER 3 AWARDS THIS FRIDAY
Hancock Central School will be recognizing our students for their hard work and achievements during our Quarter 3 Awards Ceremonies this Friday, May 15th. Families are welcome to attend and celebrate alongside our students!
Ceremony Times:
• High School Awards: 11:03 a.m. – 11:33 a.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m. – 12:06 p.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Elementary Awards: 1:15 p.m. (Elementary Cafeteria)
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments, dedication, and success of our students!
Hancock Central School will be recognizing our students for their hard work and achievements during our Quarter 3 Awards Ceremonies this Friday, May 15th. Families are welcome to attend and celebrate alongside our students!
Ceremony Times:
• High School Awards: 11:03 a.m. – 11:33 a.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m. – 12:06 p.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)
• Elementary Awards: 1:15 p.m. (Elementary Cafeteria)
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments, dedication, and success of our students!
RED CARPET FRIDAY
Today, we wrapped up an amazing week of celebrating our incredible faculty and staff with a special “Red Carpet Friday!”
With the assistance of our wonderful student council, staff members were welcomed in style as we rolled out the red carpet to recognize all of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students and school community.
Throughout the week, our staff members were treated to many thoughtful surprises and events as a small token of appreciation for everything they do each and every day. From the classroom to behind the scenes, their efforts truly make Hancock Central School a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Thank you to all of our faculty and staff for your passion, care, and the positive impact you make on our students every single day. We appreciate you!!
Today, we wrapped up an amazing week of celebrating our incredible faculty and staff with a special “Red Carpet Friday!”
With the assistance of our wonderful student council, staff members were welcomed in style as we rolled out the red carpet to recognize all of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students and school community.
Throughout the week, our staff members were treated to many thoughtful surprises and events as a small token of appreciation for everything they do each and every day. From the classroom to behind the scenes, their efforts truly make Hancock Central School a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Thank you to all of our faculty and staff for your passion, care, and the positive impact you make on our students every single day. We appreciate you!!
IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR HANCOCK CSD FAMILIES
Students at Hancock Central School District receive free breakfast and lunch through our participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP).
Even though meals are provided at no cost to all students, it is still extremely important that families complete the Income Eligibility Form each year. These forms help our district qualify for important funding that supports student programs, services, and our continued ability to provide free meals to all students. Completing the form may also help determine eligibility for additional family benefits and services.
The form is quick and simple to complete, and all information remains confidential.
If you need assistance, please contact our School Lunch Manager, Nicole D'Elia, at nicole.delia@dcmoboces.com or 607-637-1324.
Families can complete the form online at the link listed below, or by scanning the QR code in the flyer.
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/HANCOCKCS_NY?langid=1
Students at Hancock Central School District receive free breakfast and lunch through our participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP).
Even though meals are provided at no cost to all students, it is still extremely important that families complete the Income Eligibility Form each year. These forms help our district qualify for important funding that supports student programs, services, and our continued ability to provide free meals to all students. Completing the form may also help determine eligibility for additional family benefits and services.
The form is quick and simple to complete, and all information remains confidential.
If you need assistance, please contact our School Lunch Manager, Nicole D'Elia, at nicole.delia@dcmoboces.com or 607-637-1324.
Families can complete the form online at the link listed below, or by scanning the QR code in the flyer.
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/HANCOCKCS_NY?langid=1
STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK SWEET TREAT!
A huge thank you to our Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Transportation, along with the entire crew, for spreading smiles across Hancock Central School today with a special ice cream cart visit to classrooms and offices during Staff Appreciation Week!
From cool treats to kind gestures, today was a wonderful reminder of how much our staff is appreciated for all that they do each and every day for our students and school community. Thank you for taking the time to make the day extra special for our faculty and staff!
We truly appreciate all of the hard work, dedication, and support that helps keep HCS running smoothly every day.
A huge thank you to our Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Transportation, along with the entire crew, for spreading smiles across Hancock Central School today with a special ice cream cart visit to classrooms and offices during Staff Appreciation Week!
From cool treats to kind gestures, today was a wonderful reminder of how much our staff is appreciated for all that they do each and every day for our students and school community. Thank you for taking the time to make the day extra special for our faculty and staff!
We truly appreciate all of the hard work, dedication, and support that helps keep HCS running smoothly every day.
6TH GRADE ARTISTS BRING THEIR DREAM BEDROOMS TO LIFE!
Ms. Kellam’s 6th grade art students have been hard at work creating their very own “Dream Bedroom” sculptures!
As part of this creative project, students explored the world of interior design while learning the fundamentals of 3D design in art class. Using their imagination and artistic skills, students designed unique bedroom spaces that showcase creativity, detail, and personal style.
Great job to our talented 6th graders for their hard work and creativity on these amazing sculptures!
Ms. Kellam’s 6th grade art students have been hard at work creating their very own “Dream Bedroom” sculptures!
As part of this creative project, students explored the world of interior design while learning the fundamentals of 3D design in art class. Using their imagination and artistic skills, students designed unique bedroom spaces that showcase creativity, detail, and personal style.
Great job to our talented 6th graders for their hard work and creativity on these amazing sculptures!
D-H TENNIS SENIOR RECOGNITION
Earlier this week at Camp Starlight, our D-H Tennis team proudly celebrated Senior Recognition as they took on Walton.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our HCS seniors, Jordan Decker and Amadalee Rodriguez, for their dedication and commitment to the program over the years. Your leadership and contributions have made a lasting impact on our team.
Wishing you both the very best in all that comes next,you will always be a part of the D-H Tennis family!
Earlier this week at Camp Starlight, our D-H Tennis team proudly celebrated Senior Recognition as they took on Walton.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our HCS seniors, Jordan Decker and Amadalee Rodriguez, for their dedication and commitment to the program over the years. Your leadership and contributions have made a lasting impact on our team.
Wishing you both the very best in all that comes next,you will always be a part of the D-H Tennis family!
FUEL AND FOCUS
A big thank you to our BT-BOCES Tech Team, along with Nicole D’Elia, for providing a little extra fuel and focus for our staff today!
Our team was treated to delicious cannoli’s, along with a variety of drinks and coffee to help recharge and keep everyone going strong. Your thoughtfulness and support are truly appreciated, and it did not go unnoticed!
Thank you for taking the time to brighten our day and support our staff, we are grateful!
A big thank you to our BT-BOCES Tech Team, along with Nicole D’Elia, for providing a little extra fuel and focus for our staff today!
Our team was treated to delicious cannoli’s, along with a variety of drinks and coffee to help recharge and keep everyone going strong. Your thoughtfulness and support are truly appreciated, and it did not go unnoticed!
Thank you for taking the time to brighten our day and support our staff, we are grateful!
SCHOOL NURSE DAY!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing school nurses, Cindy Alderman and Jennifer Hunt, for the care, compassion, and dedication they show to our students and staff each and every day.
From comforting students when they’re not feeling well, to keeping our school healthy and safe, their impact is truly invaluable. We are so grateful for everything they do behind the scenes and beyond!
Thank you, Cindy and Jennifer, for being such an important part of the HCS family!
STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK AT HCS!
This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who make Hancock Central School such a special place to learn and grow each and every day!
From our dedicated teachers and supportive aides, to our hardworking custodial, food service, transportation, and office staff - each of you plays a vital role in shaping the success and well-being of our students.
Your commitment, compassion, and tireless efforts do not go unnoticed. You go above and beyond to create a positive, safe, and inspiring environment for all, and we are truly grateful for everything you do.
Thank you for your passion, your perseverance, and your unwavering support of our school community. HCS is better because of YOU!
This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who make Hancock Central School such a special place to learn and grow each and every day!
From our dedicated teachers and supportive aides, to our hardworking custodial, food service, transportation, and office staff - each of you plays a vital role in shaping the success and well-being of our students.
Your commitment, compassion, and tireless efforts do not go unnoticed. You go above and beyond to create a positive, safe, and inspiring environment for all, and we are truly grateful for everything you do.
Thank you for your passion, your perseverance, and your unwavering support of our school community. HCS is better because of YOU!
