FINAL WEEK

We are in the final week of the 2025-2026 school year, see below for important events to finish out the week!

6/22-6/25: Regents Exams
6/22: UPK Graduation – 9:00 a.m.
6/23: Kindergarten Graduation – 9:00 a.m.
6/24: ½ Day – 11:15 a.m. Dismissal
- Elementary Awards & 4th Grade Moving Up – 9:00 a.m.
- Final Day of Classes – Grades UPK-6
6/24: Athletic Awards Ceremony – 6:00 p.m. @ DCS
6/26: End of 40 Week Marking Period - Graduation – 7:00 p.m.

FIRST TO SAY THANK YOU

The annual First to Say Thank You event was held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Windsor High School.

The First to Say Thank You event recognizes graduating seniors who have chosen to serve our country through enlistment in the United States Armed Forces. The event serves as an opportunity for schools, families, and communities to celebrate these young men and women and acknowledge both their commitment to service and the educators who helped shape their path.

CLASS DAY 2026

Earlier this week, we proudly celebrated Class Day as we recognized the accomplishments of students across our high school.

Students in grades 9–11 were honored for their hard work, dedication, and achievements throughout the school year. We are incredibly proud of each of these students and the effort they have put into reaching their goals.

We celebrated the Hancock Central School Class of 2026, recognizing our seniors with scholarships, awards, and special honors as they prepare to graduate. Their commitment, leadership, and perseverance have left a lasting impact on our school community, and we couldn't be prouder of all they have accomplished.

We also honored and gave recognition to Audrey Price and Loa Noyd, as they will be retiring from HCS this year. We are thankful for the many years of service to our school and community that the two of you have provided. We hope you have a happy and healthy retirement!

Congratulations to all of our award recipients! We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 once again at graduation and wish all of our students continued success in the years ahead.

PRIZE AWARDS:
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick O’Brien III Scholarship Award: Noah Bass
Hancock Grange #1591: Jeremiah Diaz
Graduating Class Fundraising Award:Patrick Esolen
Hancock Fire Department Auxiliary Awards: Emily Bolster, Alexi Rosel

President’s Award for Educational Excellence:
Emily Bolster, Cambry Cobb, Autumn Dohanic, Olivia Esolen, Patrick Esolen, Landon Fuller, Joshua Lawson, Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Quinn Rowe, Stevie Woodmansee, Leah Wormuth, Ethan Wrighter

Duane David DuBois Memorial Art Award:Olivia DuBois & Liam Kelly
George Holderith Instrumental Music Award by Hancock Rotary: Isaiah Graham
Music Service Awards from American Legion: Liam Kelly & Quinn Rowe
Roy C. Wilkinson Music Award: Olivia Esolen
Varsity Sweater Awards: Olivia Johnston, Ivy Tice, Marco Avila & Holden Dufton

American Citizenship Awards:
12th grade: Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Noah Bass & Joshua Lawson
11th grade: Leigha Mead & Holden Dufton
10th grade: Kadyn Appley & Steven Saul, Jr.
9th grade: Elaine He,Wesley Boice & John D’Elia

The ARC of Delaware County:Alexi Rosel

Hancock Teachers’ Association Awards:
Emily Bolster, Cambry Cobb, Autumn Dohanic, Olivia Esolen, Patrick Esolen, Landon Fuller, Joshua Lawson, Gwyneth Nebzydoski, Quinn Rowe, Stevie Woodmansee, Leah Wormuth, Ethan Wrighter

Hancock Teachers’ Association in Memory of Mary Homer: Olivia Esolen
NYS Comptroller Achievement Award: Emily Bolster, Patrick Esolen, & Liam Kelly
NYS Office of the Attorney General: Gwyneth Nebzydoski
NYS Civil Ambassador Award: Olivia Esolen
Donald Barclay Memorial Scholarship: Autumn Dohanic
David H. Newman Award: Noah Bass
American Legion Auxiliary Unit #289 Award: Olivia Esolen
Richard C. Conklin Scholarship Award: Landon Fuller

Justin’s Patriotic Project:
Trenten Gill – Grade 9
Charles Dohanic – Grade 10

Hancock Community Education Foundation 2026 Scholar of the Month Awards:
Noah Bass, Olivia Esolen, Patrick Esolen, Asaac Mead, Aiden Noble, Hunter Oddo, Paula Orlowski, Amadalee Rodriguez, Alexi Rosel, Quinn Rowe, Alyssa Ryder, Greyson Thomas, Leah Wormuth

BACCALAUREATE 2026

Last evening, we gathered to celebrate our graduating seniors during a wonderful Baccalaureate service at Hancock Central School. It was a meaningful evening filled with reflection, encouragement, and well wishes as our Class of 2026 prepares to begin the next chapter of their journey.

A sincere thank you to Robin Evanitsky for the heartfelt invocation, Charlene Caramore for delivering an inspiring Baccalaureate address, and Patrick Simmons for the thoughtful benediction. Your words and support helped make the evening truly special.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this memorable celebration possible. Congratulations once again to the Hancock Central School Class of 2026! We are proud of all you have accomplished and can't wait to see what your future holds!

MIDDLE SCHOOL AWARDS

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of recognizing our outstanding students during our Grades 5-7 Awards Ceremony! Congratulations to all of the students who were honored for their hard work, dedication, and achievements throughout the school year.

Your commitment to learning, positive attitude, and perseverance have made this a successful year, and we are incredibly proud of everything you have accomplished. Keep striving for excellence and continue to make us proud! Please see below for our award winners.

A big thank you to our teachers, staff, and families for supporting our students every step of the way. Your encouragement helps make these achievements possible.

Honor Merit Roll - 4th Quarter:
MERIT ROLL:
Grade 5: William Bogart, Jace Carmody, Ella Dufton, Emma Ruiz, Luke Wormuth
Grade 6: Weston Kille, Brice Satkowski, Jacob Wormuth
Grade 7: Baylie Ellis, Kemper Possemato, Aurora Ruiz, Chanel Wignall

HONOR ROLL:
Grade 5: Adrian Bolster, Mia Cotza, Bentley Coy, Cora Possemato, Cade Thomason, Lillie Walker, Jo’siyah Wright
Grade 6: Earl Miller, Jace Murphy, Chloe Reynolds
Grade 7: Gianna Calendrillo, Liam Chapman, Joshua Dunlap, Addie Furlong, Jonghyeok Kim, Leon Miller

HIGH HONOR ROLL:
Grade 5: Kyla Blakeslee, Liah Chapman
Grade 6: Samuel Brigham, Addison Picozzi, Emerson Rinn
Grade 7: Harper Dufton, Ava Reynolds

PERFECT ATTENDANCE:
5th Grade: Kyla Blakeslee, Cade Thomason, Lillie Walker, Luke Wormuth
6th Grade: Earl Miller, Addison Picozzi
7th Grade: Addie Furlong, Leon Miller, Alivia Young

PERFECT ATTENDANCE (ENTIRE SCHOOL YEAR):
5th Grade: Cade Tomason, Lillie Walker
6Th Grade: Addison Picozzi
7th Grade: Addie Furlong, Alivia Young

MONETARY AWARDS:
Dominic Passiniti Award: Emerson Rinn
Justin’s Patriotic Project: Cade Thomason, Samuel Brigham, Evan Vitale

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS (HIGHEST AVERAGE)
Math
• 5th Grade: Liah Chapman
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Science
• 5th Grade: Bentley Coy
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Ava Reynolds & Joshua Dunlap

Social Studies
• 5th Grade: Mia Cotza
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Joshua Dunlap

English
• 5th Grade: Mia Cotza
• 6th Grade: Samuel Brigham
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Physical Education
• 5th Grade: Luke Wormuth
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Computers
• 5th Grade: Kyla Blakeslee
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Joshua Dunlap

Art
• 5th Grade: Cade Thomason
• 6th Grade: Addison Picozzi
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Career Technology
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Home and Careers
• 6th Grade: Addison Picozzi
• 7th Grade: Baylie Ellis

Chorus
• 5th Grade: Kyla Blakeslee
• 6th Grade: Addison Picozzi
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Band
• 5th Grade: Lillie Walker
• 6th Grade: Samuel Brigham
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Health
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton, Ava Reynolds & Gianna Calendrillo

MOST EFFORT AWARDS
Math
• 5th Grade: Cora Possemato
• 6th Grade: Earl Miller
• 7th Grade: Addie Furlong

Science
• 5th Grade: Adrian Bolster
• 6th Grade: Jace Murphy
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

Social Studies
• 5th Grade: Luke Wormuth
• 6th Grade: Earl Miller
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton

English
• 5th Grade: Jo'siyah Wright
• 6th Grade: Jace Murphy
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton & Addie Furlong

Physical Education
• 5th Grade: Liah Chapman
• 6th Grade: Weston Kille
• 7th Grade: Baylie Ellis

Computers
• 5th Grade: Liah Chapman
• 6th Grade: Samuel Brigham
• 7th Grade: Liam Chapman

Art
• 5th Grade: Lillie Walker
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Addie Furlong

Chorus
• 5th Grade: Bentley Coy
• 6th Grade: Earl Miller
• 7th Grade: Alivia Young

Band
• 5th Grade: Adrian Bolster
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Christopher Davanzo

Health
• 7th Grade: Joshua Dunlap, Liam Chapman, Baylie Ellis & Addie Furlong

Home and Careers
• 6th Grade: Emmerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Leon Miller

Career Technology
• 7th Grade: Ava Reynolds

Most Prepared/Organized
• 5th Grade: Liah Chapman
• 6th Grade: Jace Murphy
• 7th Grade: Ava Reynolds

Sportsmanship Award (Physical Education)
• 5th Grade: Liah Chapman
• 6th Grade: Emerson Rinn
• 7th Grade: Christopher Davanzo

American Citizenship Award
• 5th Grade: Mia Cotza
• 6th Grade: Addison Picozzi
• 7th Grade: Harper Dufton
• 7th Grade: Evan Vitale

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 8TH GRADE CLASS!

Yesterday, we celebrated the accomplishments of our 8th grade students during their 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony. Throughout the ceremony, students were recognized with awards that highlighted their hard work, dedication, and achievements during their middle school years.

We are incredibly proud of everything this class has accomplished and can't wait to see all they achieve as they begin the next chapter of their educational journey.

Congratulations to all of our 8th graders! We hope you have a fun, safe, and relaxing summer, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the fall as the Class of 2030 and our newest freshmen!

AWARDS, CLASS DAY TODAY

Just a friendly reminder that Grades 5-7 Awards will take place at 10:30 a.m. today in the MS-HS Auditorium. Class day for high school students will begin at 1:20 p.m. in the auditorium as well. Guests are welcome to sign in and enter through the 2nd floor main entrance!

BMX ADVENTURES AT HCS!

Thank you to Joseph Mednikoff and Case Taylor from the GoGreen BMX Big Airshow for visiting HCS today!

Students had an exciting experience as the team shared an inspiring message about following your dreams and working hard to achieve your goals. The visit also featured some incredible BMX demonstrations, including high-flying tricks on the ramp. Case impressed students by performing a variety of aerial stunts, even safely jumping his bike over several HCS staff members!

We appreciate you taking the time to stop by and bring such an energetic and motivational experience to our students!

EXPLORING THE UNIVERSE AT HCS!

Our students in grades 2-8 had an out-of-this-world experience on Friday as they stepped inside a traveling planetarium right here at HCS!

A huge thank you to the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center for bringing this incredible hands-on learning opportunity to our students. From exploring the night sky to discovering the wonders of space, our Wildcats enjoyed an unforgettable journey through the universe while expanding their knowledge of astronomy and science.

Thank you, Kopernik Observatory & Science Center, for inspiring curiosity and making learning an adventure!

IMPORTANT DATES

We are halfway through a busy June month, please see the dates below for important, upcoming events to end out the school year!!

HCS Important Dates: June 2026

6/15: 8th Grade Graduation – 1:00 p.m.

6/16: Middle School Awards (Gr. 5-7) – 10:30 a.m. (MS-HS Auditorium)

6/16: Final Day of Classes – Grades 7-12
- High School Class Day – 1:20 p.m.
- Senior Banquet: 5:45 p.m.
- Baccalaureate: 7:15 p.m.

6/17 & 6/18: Regents Exams

6/17: Elementary Field Days (6/18 rain date) – 9:00 a.m.

6/18-6/23: Senior Trip

6/19: Juneteenth – No School (UPK-6)

6/22-6/25: Regents Exams

6/22: UPK Graduation – 9:00 a.m.

6/23: Kindergarten Graduation – 9:00 a.m.

6/24: Athletic Awards Ceremony – 6:00 p.m. @ DCS

6/24: ½ Day – 11:15 a.m. Dismissal
- Elementary Awards & 4th Grade Moving Up – 9:00 a.m.
- Final Day of Classes – Grades UPK-6

6/26: End of 40 Week Marking Period - Graduation – 7:00 p.m.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BOCES GRADUATES!

Yesterday, we had the privilege of celebrating our Full-Time BOCES and Career & Technical Education (CTE) BOCES students as they participated in their graduation ceremonies at the Robert W. Harrold Educational Center.

These graduates have worked incredibly hard, developing valuable academic, technical, and career-ready skills that will serve them well in the next chapter of their lives. Their dedication, determination, and commitment to their goals have been inspiring, and we couldn't be prouder of all they have accomplished.

Automotive Technology: Emrehe Ellis, Cole Harris, Aiden Noble, Greyson Thomas, Ethan Wrighter

Carpentry & Building Construction: Nicholas Bialecki, Jordan Decker, Alyssa Ryder

Computer Technology: Ramey Farr

Conservation & Heavy Equipment: Noah Bass, Landon Fuller, Aidan Johnson

Early Childhood Education: Jailee Farr

Security & Law Enforcement: Olivia DuBois

Visual Communications: Cambry Cobb, James Mullican, Hunter Oddo

Welding: Asaac Mead

Congratulations to each of our BOCES graduates on this outstanding achievement! We wish you continued success as you pursue your careers, further education, and future endeavors. Your HCS family is proud of you!

TRACTOR DAY

Several of our students rolled into school in style earlier today, arriving behind the wheel of their tractors! It was a fun way to celebrate our community's strong agricultural roots while showcasing the pride our students have in farming and rural life.

Looking good, guys!

ROAD TO THE FINAL FOUR!

Good luck to our Deposit-Hancock Eagles Softball Team as they compete in the NYSPHSAA Class C State Semifinals tomorrow!

• Friday, June 12, 5:30 p.m. vs St. Lawrence Central (Section X)
• Field 2 – Greenlight Networks Grand Slam Park, Binghamton

A win tomorrow will send the Eagles to the NYSPHSAA Class C Championship Game on Saturday, June 13, where they will face the winner of Galway (Section II) and Pine Plains (Section IX).

Tickets can be purchased at the link below:
https://gofan.co/nysphsaa?activity=Softball&level=Varsity&gender=Girls

This team has worked incredibly hard all season, and the entire Deposit-Hancock community is proud of everything they've accomplished. We wish our players and coaches the very best as they continue their incredible postseason journey!

Best of luck, ladies! Bring home another win!

CLASS OF 2026 SENIOR WALK

Earlier today, our Class of 2026 took one of the most memorable walks of their high school journey, their Senior Walk through the elementary school!

As they made their way through the halls, our youngest Wildcats cheered them on, celebrating the accomplishments and bright futures of our graduating seniors. Afterward, the Class of 2026 gathered together for their official class photo, capturing a special moment they will always remember.

To our seniors: thank you for the memories, leadership, and school spirit you've shared throughout your years at Hancock Central School. Graduation is just around the corner, and while your time as Wildcats is coming to an end, an exciting new chapter is just beginning.

Graduation Information:

Please join us as we celebrate the Hancock Central School Class of 2026 at High School Graduation on Friday, June 26th, at 7:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Auditorium. Family, friends, and community members are invited to attend this special evening as we honor the accomplishments of our graduates.

If you're unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be live streamed on the HCSD YouTube page, allowing everyone to celebrate this milestone from wherever they are.

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of our seniors and wish them nothing but success, happiness, and fulfillment in whatever path they choose to pursue.

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

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!

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!