MARCH MENUS
See our breakfast and lunch offerings at HCS for the month of March below!
See our breakfast and lunch offerings at HCS for the month of March below!
SPRING SPORTS BEGIN MARCH 9TH
Spring sports season is right around the corner!! JV and Varsity athletics will officially begin on March 9, 2026, with Modified Sports starting April 13, 2026.
Families, registrations for the upcoming spring sports seasons are now open. Please use the link below to register your child for the season:
https://students.arbitersports.com/deposit-hancock/2025-2026-spring-athletic-registration-deposit-hancock-2
All registration forms must be completed before students can begin practices, and athletes must have an updated physical within one year of the start date.
This is a great opportunity for students to get involved, build teamwork, stay active, and represent their school with pride. Let’s make it a fantastic spring season, Go Eagles!
Spring sports season is right around the corner!! JV and Varsity athletics will officially begin on March 9, 2026, with Modified Sports starting April 13, 2026.
Families, registrations for the upcoming spring sports seasons are now open. Please use the link below to register your child for the season:
https://students.arbitersports.com/deposit-hancock/2025-2026-spring-athletic-registration-deposit-hancock-2
All registration forms must be completed before students can begin practices, and athletes must have an updated physical within one year of the start date.
This is a great opportunity for students to get involved, build teamwork, stay active, and represent their school with pride. Let’s make it a fantastic spring season, Go Eagles!
NYSPHSAA WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS BEGIN TOMORROW
Good luck to Asaac Mead, Landyn Shaffer, and Jason Canedo as they represent Deposit-Hancock at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships this weekend at MVP Arena in Albany!
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes for their hard work, dedication, and determination. They’ll be competing against the very best wrestlers from across New York State, and we know they’re ready!
Timelines and ticket information are listed below, as well as on the NYSPHSAA website at the following address:
https://nysphsaa.org/tournaments/?id=34
Good luck, Asaac, Landyn, and Jason, we are cheering you on!!
Friday – Session 1
8:30 AM – Doors Open
9:30 AM – Opening Ceremonies
10:00–11:45 AM – First Round Matches
11:45 AM–2:30 PM – Second Round Matches
2:30–8:00 PM – Quarterfinal & Consolation Wrestleback Matches
Saturday – Session 2
8:30 AM – Doors Open
9:30 AM–12:00 PM – Semifinal & Consolation Matches
12:00–2:15 PM – Wrestlebacks & Consolation Semifinals
2:15 PM – Consolation Finals
(Arena cleared after Consolation Finals)
Saturday – Session 3 (Finals)
5:15 PM – Doors Open
5:50 PM – Opening Ceremonies for Finals
6:05 PM – Finals Begin
Ticket Information
Single Session
• Box Office: $16.00
• Ticketmaster: $24.90
Boys All Session (3 Sessions), General Admission
• Box Office: $48.00
• Ticketmaster: $59.60
Boys All Session (3 Sessions), Premium
(Includes seat in premium section for Boys Finals)
• Box Office: $56.00
• Ticketmaster: $69.55
Good luck to Asaac Mead, Landyn Shaffer, and Jason Canedo as they represent Deposit-Hancock at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships this weekend at MVP Arena in Albany!
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes for their hard work, dedication, and determination. They’ll be competing against the very best wrestlers from across New York State, and we know they’re ready!
Timelines and ticket information are listed below, as well as on the NYSPHSAA website at the following address:
https://nysphsaa.org/tournaments/?id=34
Good luck, Asaac, Landyn, and Jason, we are cheering you on!!
Friday – Session 1
8:30 AM – Doors Open
9:30 AM – Opening Ceremonies
10:00–11:45 AM – First Round Matches
11:45 AM–2:30 PM – Second Round Matches
2:30–8:00 PM – Quarterfinal & Consolation Wrestleback Matches
Saturday – Session 2
8:30 AM – Doors Open
9:30 AM–12:00 PM – Semifinal & Consolation Matches
12:00–2:15 PM – Wrestlebacks & Consolation Semifinals
2:15 PM – Consolation Finals
(Arena cleared after Consolation Finals)
Saturday – Session 3 (Finals)
5:15 PM – Doors Open
5:50 PM – Opening Ceremonies for Finals
6:05 PM – Finals Begin
Ticket Information
Single Session
• Box Office: $16.00
• Ticketmaster: $24.90
Boys All Session (3 Sessions), General Admission
• Box Office: $48.00
• Ticketmaster: $59.60
Boys All Session (3 Sessions), Premium
(Includes seat in premium section for Boys Finals)
• Box Office: $56.00
• Ticketmaster: $69.55
SWEET LESSONS IN SMART SPENDING
Mrs. Keller’s 7th grade class had a special visit earlier today from Chrissy and Olivia from Sidney Federal Credit Union (SFCU) !
Students were excited to reconnect, as Chrissy and Olivia previously spoke with them about finances and budgeting. This time, they brought learning to life with a fun Skittles game that helped students practice zero-based budgeting in an engaging, hands-on way.
Thank you, Chrissy and Olivia, for stopping in and continuing to support our students’ financial literacy skills!
Mrs. Keller’s 7th grade class had a special visit earlier today from Chrissy and Olivia from Sidney Federal Credit Union (SFCU) !
Students were excited to reconnect, as Chrissy and Olivia previously spoke with them about finances and budgeting. This time, they brought learning to life with a fun Skittles game that helped students practice zero-based budgeting in an engaging, hands-on way.
Thank you, Chrissy and Olivia, for stopping in and continuing to support our students’ financial literacy skills!
NY THURSDAYS TOMORROW
We have another delicious NY Thursdays lunch at Hancock Central School tomorrow, February 26th!
On the menu:
• Orange Chicken with Rice
• Egg Roll
• Roasted Green Beans
• Apple Slices
• Milk
NY Thursdays highlight fresh, New York–sourced ingredients and celebrate the amazing foods our state has to offer.
A big thank you to our wonderful food service staff for all that you do each and every day to prepare nutritious, delicious meals for our students and staff. We appreciate you!
We have another delicious NY Thursdays lunch at Hancock Central School tomorrow, February 26th!
On the menu:
• Orange Chicken with Rice
• Egg Roll
• Roasted Green Beans
• Apple Slices
• Milk
NY Thursdays highlight fresh, New York–sourced ingredients and celebrate the amazing foods our state has to offer.
A big thank you to our wonderful food service staff for all that you do each and every day to prepare nutritious, delicious meals for our students and staff. We appreciate you!
ELEVATING STUDENT VOICES
Students from both Deposit Central School District and Hancock Central School District came together yesterday as part of our “Elevating Student Voices” student voice group.
The purpose of this group is to ensure students have direct input into the merger study, share their lived experiences, and reflect on how potential changes may affect them. This group ensures that students — the ultimate beneficiaries of decision-making — are placed at the center of the process. Their insights help shed light on how educational experiences, organizational structures, and fiscal priorities impact learning.
As part of this process, students sat in on a presentation by Cosimo Tangorra Jr., Ed.D., and Scott Bischoping from Leadership Solutions Advisers (LSA). Through thoughtful discussion and open dialogue, students had the opportunity to hear key information and provide their own perspectives.
We are proud of these students for engaging in meaningful conversations, representing their peers, and helping guide this important process. When students are given a seat at the table, their voices truly make a difference.
Students from both Deposit Central School District and Hancock Central School District came together yesterday as part of our “Elevating Student Voices” student voice group.
The purpose of this group is to ensure students have direct input into the merger study, share their lived experiences, and reflect on how potential changes may affect them. This group ensures that students — the ultimate beneficiaries of decision-making — are placed at the center of the process. Their insights help shed light on how educational experiences, organizational structures, and fiscal priorities impact learning.
As part of this process, students sat in on a presentation by Cosimo Tangorra Jr., Ed.D., and Scott Bischoping from Leadership Solutions Advisers (LSA). Through thoughtful discussion and open dialogue, students had the opportunity to hear key information and provide their own perspectives.
We are proud of these students for engaging in meaningful conversations, representing their peers, and helping guide this important process. When students are given a seat at the table, their voices truly make a difference.
ATTENTION: The Hancock Central School District is on a 2 hour delay today, Wednesday, February 25th.
HANDS-ON LEARNING IN TECHNOLOGY CLASS!
Students in Mrs. Wormuth’s Technology class recently dove into an engaging water filtration experiment! As part of their lesson, students explored the concept of an agrarian society and discussed how early agricultural advancements were once considered cutting-edge technology.
Connecting past innovations to present-day problem solving, students designed their own water filtration systems using a variety of materials and textures. By layering different substances, they were able to observe how each texture helped remove impurities and make the water cleaner.
This hands-on activity encouraged critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper understanding of how technology, both past and present, shapes the way we live.
Great work, everyone!
Students in Mrs. Wormuth’s Technology class recently dove into an engaging water filtration experiment! As part of their lesson, students explored the concept of an agrarian society and discussed how early agricultural advancements were once considered cutting-edge technology.
Connecting past innovations to present-day problem solving, students designed their own water filtration systems using a variety of materials and textures. By layering different substances, they were able to observe how each texture helped remove impurities and make the water cleaner.
This hands-on activity encouraged critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper understanding of how technology, both past and present, shapes the way we live.
Great work, everyone!
BOWLERS COMPETE AT SECTIONALS!
This past weekend, our boys and girls bowling teams represented HCS with pride at the Sectionals tournament held at Midway Lanes in Binghamton.
For the first two games on the boys side, Cooper Wormuth, Holden Dufton, Landon Fuller, Landyn Robinson, and Carter Wormuth took to the lanes and put forth a strong effort for our team. In the final game, Joshua Dunlap stepped in for Cooper, and John D’Elia bowled in place of Landyn, keeping the momentum going through the end of competition.
Competing for our girls team were Cherish Wright, Livian Robinson, Emrehe Ellis, and Kendall Whitehead, who also did a fantastic job representing Hancock at this high level of competition.
We are incredibly proud of both our boys and girls teams for their hard work, sportsmanship, and dedication throughout the season. Competing at Sectionals is a tremendous accomplishment, and they represented our school community exceptionally well.
Great job, everyone!
This past weekend, our boys and girls bowling teams represented HCS with pride at the Sectionals tournament held at Midway Lanes in Binghamton.
For the first two games on the boys side, Cooper Wormuth, Holden Dufton, Landon Fuller, Landyn Robinson, and Carter Wormuth took to the lanes and put forth a strong effort for our team. In the final game, Joshua Dunlap stepped in for Cooper, and John D’Elia bowled in place of Landyn, keeping the momentum going through the end of competition.
Competing for our girls team were Cherish Wright, Livian Robinson, Emrehe Ellis, and Kendall Whitehead, who also did a fantastic job representing Hancock at this high level of competition.
We are incredibly proud of both our boys and girls teams for their hard work, sportsmanship, and dedication throughout the season. Competing at Sectionals is a tremendous accomplishment, and they represented our school community exceptionally well.
Great job, everyone!
QUARTER 2 AWARD CEREMONIES – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH!
We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and achievements during our Quarter 2 Award Ceremonies this Friday, February 27th!
Ceremonies will take place throughout the school day at the following times:
High School Awards: 11:03–11:33 a.m. (HS Advisory Period)
Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m.–12:06 p.m. (MS Advisory Period)
Elementary Awards: 1:30 p.m.
We look forward to recognizing our students for their dedication, effort, and accomplishments this quarter. Great job, Wildcats, keep up the fantastic work!
We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and achievements during our Quarter 2 Award Ceremonies this Friday, February 27th!
Ceremonies will take place throughout the school day at the following times:
High School Awards: 11:03–11:33 a.m. (HS Advisory Period)
Middle School Awards: 11:36 a.m.–12:06 p.m. (MS Advisory Period)
Elementary Awards: 1:30 p.m.
We look forward to recognizing our students for their dedication, effort, and accomplishments this quarter. Great job, Wildcats, keep up the fantastic work!
Due to inclement weather, the Hancock Central School District is closed today, Friday, February 20th.
ATTENTION: The Hancock Central School District is on a 2 hour delay today, Friday, February 20th.
NY THURSDAYS AT HCS!
Last week, our students enjoyed another delicious NY Thursdays meal at HCS! On the menu was savory beef nachos, flavorful cinnamon roasted butternut squash, fresh apple, and milk, a meal that was both tasty and nutritious.
Our students truly enjoyed the meal, and we are so grateful for the hard work and care that goes into preparing these special menus.
A big thank you to our wonderful food service staff for always providing excellent meals for our students. We appreciate all that you do each and every day!
Last week, our students enjoyed another delicious NY Thursdays meal at HCS! On the menu was savory beef nachos, flavorful cinnamon roasted butternut squash, fresh apple, and milk, a meal that was both tasty and nutritious.
Our students truly enjoyed the meal, and we are so grateful for the hard work and care that goes into preparing these special menus.
A big thank you to our wonderful food service staff for always providing excellent meals for our students. We appreciate all that you do each and every day!
HONORS PIZZA PARTY CELEBRATION!
This past Friday, our middle school students had a wonderful time enjoying some snow sledding before being treated to a well-deserved Honors Pizza Party in recognition of their hard work and achievements!
It was a great opportunity to celebrate their dedication, positive attitudes, and commitment to academic success. We are incredibly proud of all our students for the amazing job they continue to do each and every day. Their effort, perseverance, and determination truly do not go unnoticed!
Keep up the fantastic work, we love celebrating your accomplishments!
This past Friday, our middle school students had a wonderful time enjoying some snow sledding before being treated to a well-deserved Honors Pizza Party in recognition of their hard work and achievements!
It was a great opportunity to celebrate their dedication, positive attitudes, and commitment to academic success. We are incredibly proud of all our students for the amazing job they continue to do each and every day. Their effort, perseverance, and determination truly do not go unnoticed!
Keep up the fantastic work, we love celebrating your accomplishments!
Thank You, Hancock Community Education Foundation!
A sincere and heartfelt thank you to The Hancock Community Education Foundation for their generous purchase of new novels for our English class.
Because of their continued commitment to supporting our students and teachers, our class now has brand-new copies of Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. This classic work of literature will allow our students to engage more deeply in thoughtful discussion, literary analysis, and meaningful exploration of complex themes and characters.
We are truly grateful for The Hancock Community Education Foundation’s dedication to enriching educational opportunities within our school. Their generosity makes a lasting impact in our classrooms, and we greatly appreciate their ongoing support of our students and academic programs.
A sincere and heartfelt thank you to The Hancock Community Education Foundation for their generous purchase of new novels for our English class.
Because of their continued commitment to supporting our students and teachers, our class now has brand-new copies of Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. This classic work of literature will allow our students to engage more deeply in thoughtful discussion, literary analysis, and meaningful exploration of complex themes and characters.
We are truly grateful for The Hancock Community Education Foundation’s dedication to enriching educational opportunities within our school. Their generosity makes a lasting impact in our classrooms, and we greatly appreciate their ongoing support of our students and academic programs.
NO SCHOOL MONDAY & TUESDAY
Just a friendly reminder that there is NO SCHOOL this Monday, February 16th (Presidents’ Day) and Tuesday, February 17th (Lunar New Year).
Upcoming dates for the end of February:
- Thursday, February 19th : Morning Program – 8:30 a.m.
- Thursday, February 26th : Story Hour – 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- Friday, February 27th : End of 25 Week Marking Period
- Saturday, February 28th : Speech & Debate Scrimmage – 4:00 p.m.
We hope you have a Happy Valentine’s Day and get to enjoy the extended weekend!!
Just a friendly reminder that there is NO SCHOOL this Monday, February 16th (Presidents’ Day) and Tuesday, February 17th (Lunar New Year).
Upcoming dates for the end of February:
- Thursday, February 19th : Morning Program – 8:30 a.m.
- Thursday, February 26th : Story Hour – 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- Friday, February 27th : End of 25 Week Marking Period
- Saturday, February 28th : Speech & Debate Scrimmage – 4:00 p.m.
We hope you have a Happy Valentine’s Day and get to enjoy the extended weekend!!
SRO APPRECIATION DAY
This weekend, we proudly recognize National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, celebrated each year on February 15th, and we want to give a special thank you to our School Resource Officer, Eric Beavers!
Officer Beavers plays an important role in our school community each and every day. As our SRO, he helps ensure a safe and secure learning environment while building positive relationships with students and staff. Whether he’s greeting students in the hallway, offering guidance, supporting school events, or simply being a friendly and approachable presence, Officer Beavers goes above and beyond for our Wildcat family.
School Resource Officers across the country serve as mentors, educators & protectors, we are incredibly fortunate to have Officer Beavers as part of our team. Thank you for your dedication, commitment, and the care you show our school community every day!
This weekend, we proudly recognize National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, celebrated each year on February 15th, and we want to give a special thank you to our School Resource Officer, Eric Beavers!
Officer Beavers plays an important role in our school community each and every day. As our SRO, he helps ensure a safe and secure learning environment while building positive relationships with students and staff. Whether he’s greeting students in the hallway, offering guidance, supporting school events, or simply being a friendly and approachable presence, Officer Beavers goes above and beyond for our Wildcat family.
School Resource Officers across the country serve as mentors, educators & protectors, we are incredibly fortunate to have Officer Beavers as part of our team. Thank you for your dedication, commitment, and the care you show our school community every day!
SECTION IV WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Best of luck to all of our D-H wrestlers participating in the Section IV Wrestling Championships, taking place today and tomorrow, February 13–14, 2026, at the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton, NY!
This event brings together some of the top wrestling talent from across Section IV as athletes compete for sectional titles and seek qualification for the next level of competition.
For more details and ticket information, check out the official event page: https://broomearenaforum.com/events/section-iv-wrestling-championships/
Best of luck to all of our D-H wrestlers participating in the Section IV Wrestling Championships, taking place today and tomorrow, February 13–14, 2026, at the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton, NY!
This event brings together some of the top wrestling talent from across Section IV as athletes compete for sectional titles and seek qualification for the next level of competition.
For more details and ticket information, check out the official event page: https://broomearenaforum.com/events/section-iv-wrestling-championships/
BRAVO TO OUR CONCERT PERFORMERS!
Last night’s MS-HS Concert was a wonderful showcase of the incredible talent we have here at Hancock! We are so proud of all of our students who took the stage and gave outstanding performances.
Our Beginning Chorus, Middle School Chorus, High School Chorus, and Chamber Choir delighted the audience with a variety of selections, including medleys of “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music, “Beauty and the Beast” from Beauty and the Beast, and “100 Years of Disney Magic” celebrating the music of The Walt Disney Company.
Our Beginning Band also impressed the crowd with selections from Accent on Achievement, showcasing the hard work and dedication they’ve put into their music this year.
Everyone did a fabulous job, your preparation and passion truly shined on stage! Well done to all of our performers and directors for an amazing evening of music!!
Last night’s MS-HS Concert was a wonderful showcase of the incredible talent we have here at Hancock! We are so proud of all of our students who took the stage and gave outstanding performances.
Our Beginning Chorus, Middle School Chorus, High School Chorus, and Chamber Choir delighted the audience with a variety of selections, including medleys of “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music, “Beauty and the Beast” from Beauty and the Beast, and “100 Years of Disney Magic” celebrating the music of The Walt Disney Company.
Our Beginning Band also impressed the crowd with selections from Accent on Achievement, showcasing the hard work and dedication they’ve put into their music this year.
Everyone did a fabulous job, your preparation and passion truly shined on stage! Well done to all of our performers and directors for an amazing evening of music!!
SPEECH & DEBATE SHOWCASE
We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming Speech and Debate Scrimmage at Hancock Central School on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Auditorium! This special event will provide our students with the opportunity to showcase the skills they have been developing throughout the season.
Our Speech and Debate coaches are especially excited for team members to share what they have been working so hard on. From crafting thoughtful arguments to delivering powerful speeches, students have dedicated countless hours to preparation and practice. This scrimmage is a wonderful chance for them to demonstrate their growth and passion in front of a supportive audience.
We hope you will join us in encouraging and celebrating their hard work. Your presence makes a meaningful difference and helps foster the confidence that is so important in public speaking and debate.
We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming Speech and Debate Scrimmage at Hancock Central School on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Auditorium! This special event will provide our students with the opportunity to showcase the skills they have been developing throughout the season.
Our Speech and Debate coaches are especially excited for team members to share what they have been working so hard on. From crafting thoughtful arguments to delivering powerful speeches, students have dedicated countless hours to preparation and practice. This scrimmage is a wonderful chance for them to demonstrate their growth and passion in front of a supportive audience.
We hope you will join us in encouraging and celebrating their hard work. Your presence makes a meaningful difference and helps foster the confidence that is so important in public speaking and debate.
