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.
SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN
Families, registrations for the upcoming Spring sports seasons are now open. Please use the link below to register your child for the upcoming spring season:
https://students.arbitersports.com/deposit-hancock/2025-2026-spring-athletic-registration-deposit-hancock-2
This must be completed before students can begin practices and they must have an updated physical within one year of the start date.
Spring Sports Start Dates:
JV-Varsity Sports: March 9, 2026
Modified Sports: 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 upcoming spring season:
https://students.arbitersports.com/deposit-hancock/2025-2026-spring-athletic-registration-deposit-hancock-2
This must be completed before students can begin practices and they must have an updated physical within one year of the start date.
Spring Sports Start Dates:
JV-Varsity Sports: March 9, 2026
Modified Sports: April 13, 2026
Hancock Families,
If you have a child that will be turning 5 before December 1, 2026, please call Hancock Elementary school at (607)637-1219 to begin the Kindergarten enrollment process.
Please contact the school by March 2nd. Screening dates for Kindergarten enrollment will be on March 18th and March 25th, 2026.
If you have a child that will be turning 5 before December 1, 2026, please call Hancock Elementary school at (607)637-1219 to begin the Kindergarten enrollment process.
Please contact the school by March 2nd. Screening dates for Kindergarten enrollment will be on March 18th and March 25th, 2026.
NY THURSDAYS
Take a look at the flyer below for tomorrow's NY Thursdays offering at HCS!
Take a look at the flyer below for tomorrow's NY Thursdays offering at HCS!
FINANCIAL LITERACY
Mrs. Keller’s 7th grade FACS students had a great visit earlier today from SFCU!
Olivia Kenyon, Financial Education Officer, and Melinda MacRabie from the SFCU Hancock branch, stopped by to speak with students about financial literacy and the importance of building strong money habits at a young age. Students learned about budgeting, saving, responsible spending, and how financial choices today can impact their future. The presentation encouraged students to think critically about managing money, setting goals, and making informed decisions.
Thank you to Olivia and Melinda for taking the time to share their knowledge and support our students, we truly appreciate it!
Mrs. Keller’s 7th grade FACS students had a great visit earlier today from SFCU!
Olivia Kenyon, Financial Education Officer, and Melinda MacRabie from the SFCU Hancock branch, stopped by to speak with students about financial literacy and the importance of building strong money habits at a young age. Students learned about budgeting, saving, responsible spending, and how financial choices today can impact their future. The presentation encouraged students to think critically about managing money, setting goals, and making informed decisions.
Thank you to Olivia and Melinda for taking the time to share their knowledge and support our students, we truly appreciate it!
MS–HS CONCERT THIS WEEK
Join us this Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 PM in the MS–HS Auditorium for an evening of music and talent! The concert will feature our choral ensembles along with our beginning band group, who have been working hard to prepare a wonderful performance.
Guests may enter through the 2nd floor entrance. We look forward to seeing you there and hope you can join us for a great night of music!
Join us this Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 PM in the MS–HS Auditorium for an evening of music and talent! The concert will feature our choral ensembles along with our beginning band group, who have been working hard to prepare a wonderful performance.
Guests may enter through the 2nd floor entrance. We look forward to seeing you there and hope you can join us for a great night of music!
VALENTINE’S SEMI-FORMAL DANCE
Our Valentine’s Semi-Formal Dance this past Friday was a big success! We had a great turnout, everything looked wonderful, and the night was filled with lots of smiles, music, and fun.
We hope everyone had an amazing time celebrating with friends and making memories! Thanks to everyone who helped make the evening so special.
Our Valentine’s Semi-Formal Dance this past Friday was a big success! We had a great turnout, everything looked wonderful, and the night was filled with lots of smiles, music, and fun.
We hope everyone had an amazing time celebrating with friends and making memories! Thanks to everyone who helped make the evening so special.
VALENTINE’S DANCE TONIGHT
Just a reminder that the MS-HS Valentine’s Semi-Formal Dance will be this evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Gymnasium.
Tickets are $15 a person or $25 a couple, and may be purchased at the dance if you were unable to purchase ahead of time.
We hope all of you bring your dancing shoes and have a wonderful time!
Just a reminder that the MS-HS Valentine’s Semi-Formal Dance will be this evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the MS-HS Gymnasium.
Tickets are $15 a person or $25 a couple, and may be purchased at the dance if you were unable to purchase ahead of time.
We hope all of you bring your dancing shoes and have a wonderful time!
COMPUTER CLUB SPOTLIGHT
Mr. Charles’s Computer Club has been busy exploring uKits during a recent meeting! uKits are hands-on robotics and STEM kits that allow students to build, program, and experiment with real working models.
These kits help students develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork skills while introducing them to engineering and basic coding in a fun, engaging way. It’s a great opportunity for students to learn through creativity and collaboration!
Nice work, students, keep building and learning!
Mr. Charles’s Computer Club has been busy exploring uKits during a recent meeting! uKits are hands-on robotics and STEM kits that allow students to build, program, and experiment with real working models.
These kits help students develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork skills while introducing them to engineering and basic coding in a fun, engaging way. It’s a great opportunity for students to learn through creativity and collaboration!
Nice work, students, keep building and learning!
FAMILY GUIDE TO TRANSITION PLANNING:
Preparing students with disabilities for life after high school:
Are you a student or a parent of a student getting ready to graduate/ exit school within the next few years? Are you concerned about future plans? If so, please join us to learn about the transition process and how to effectively plan for life after high school.
See the flyer below for more information!
Preparing students with disabilities for life after high school:
Are you a student or a parent of a student getting ready to graduate/ exit school within the next few years? Are you concerned about future plans? If so, please join us to learn about the transition process and how to effectively plan for life after high school.
See the flyer below for more information!
GENETICS IN ACTION
Yesterday, Mr. Torrens’ 7th grade biology class explored genotypes and phenotypes through a fun, hands-on lab! Students learned that a genotype represents the genes for a trait, while a phenotype is the physical appearance of that trait.
Using gummy bears, students modeled how traits are passed from parents to offspring. Each gummy bear color represented a trait, with each “parent” contributing half. After cutting and combining the gummy bears, students tracked how genes were inherited and compared their diagrams to see how genetics influence physical appearance.
A sweet way to make genetics come to life!
Yesterday, Mr. Torrens’ 7th grade biology class explored genotypes and phenotypes through a fun, hands-on lab! Students learned that a genotype represents the genes for a trait, while a phenotype is the physical appearance of that trait.
Using gummy bears, students modeled how traits are passed from parents to offspring. Each gummy bear color represented a trait, with each “parent” contributing half. After cutting and combining the gummy bears, students tracked how genes were inherited and compared their diagrams to see how genetics influence physical appearance.
A sweet way to make genetics come to life!
