Hancock Middle/High School

SHAFFER MOVES ON TO SEMIS Landyn Shaffer is headed to the semifinals! It was a close match, but he got the 8-5 victory in OT over #5 seed, Trevor Dellapenta, from Eden. Shaffer has #1 seeded Chris Noto, from Honeoye Falls-Lima in the semifinals, which should take place sometime around 10:30 a.m., tomorrow. Keep up the good work, Landyn!!

SHAFFER MOVES ON Congratulations to Landyn Shaffer on advancing to the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championship quarterfinals with his victory! Shaffer, the #4 seed, won via a 17-2 technical fall over Devin Pellizzi from Cold Spring Harbor. He will take on the #5 seed, Trevor Dellapenta, in the quarterfinals. Best of luck, keep it up, Landyn!!

MEAD WINS OPENER, MOVES ON TO ROUND OF 16 Congratulations to Asaac Mead on winning his opening match at NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships earlier today in Albany! Asaac defeated Marcus Houghtailing from Locust Valley in the round of 32 by a 6-0 decision. With the victory, Mead moves on to round of 16, where he will take on #6-seed, Cyrus Gutierrez-Tyler, of Hampton Bays. Good luck and keep it up, Asaac!!

SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATIONS Spring sports registrations are open and available through arbiter, at the link below. You may also find the link and registration information on our school website, under the athletics section. JV and Varsity spring sports begin on Monday, March 17th, while modified spring sports will begin on Monday, April 7th. https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/2025-spring-athletic-registration-deposit-hancock

MS-HS CONCERT A SUCCESS Thank you to Mr. Durkot and Ms. Mangefrida for sending in pictures of our HCS boys and girls at last night’s middle-high school concert! Everyone did a wonderful job, and it was an enjoyable night of music. Thank you to all of you that came out to watch!

BARTHOLOMEW WINS OPENING MATCH Congratulations to Nora Bartholomew on winning her opening match at the NYSPHSAA Girls Wrestling Championships today in Albany! Nora, the #8 seed, looked great in her opener, pinning Kali Bailey from Tioga in the 132 lb. bracket. She is slated to wrestle #1-seeded Mia Collins, from Burnt Hills-Scotia-Ballston Spa in her next match. Good luck, Nora, keep it up!

Tonight's music concert has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

HCS HIGH SCHOOL QUARTER 2 AWARDS CEREMONY THIS FRIDAY Hancock Central School will recognize our high school students’ hard work and achievements during the Quarter 2 Awards Ceremony on Friday, February 21st, at 2:00 p.m. in the Middle-High School Auditorium. Date: Friday, February 21st Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Middle-High School Auditorium Parent Entry: 2nd floor entrance, beginning at 1:50 p.m. We look forward to celebrating our students' successes with families and the HCS community!

REMINDER: HCS MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT TOMORROW Join us for an evening of music as our talented students take the stage for the Hancock Middle-High School Concert on Thursday, February 20th, at 6:30 p.m. The show will feature performances by our Beginning Band, as well as Middle and High School Choral Arrangements. Don’t miss this opportunity to support our young musicians and enjoy a night of great music! Date: Thursday, February 20th Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Hancock Central School See you there!

HCS parents of bus riders: Due to the low temperatures over the next few days, please keep your children inside until the bus arrives, we will wait for them to come out. This may have some of our buses running a few minutes behind, so please be patient.

HCS Announces Successful Completion of District Office Abatement Greetings Hancock school community, I am pleased to let you know that the abatement process at the District Office has been successfully completed. Air monitoring conducted throughout and following the mandated process confirmed that the air quality meets all acceptable standards. Thanks to the diligent efforts of Hancock Central School District staff, in partnership with ServePro and Sunstream Corporation, the abatement process was smooth and efficient. As a result, both the District Office and the Middle/High School were cleared for reoccupation on Sunday, February 16th. I am grateful for the collaboration and expertise of our partners, as well as the patience and support of our school community during this process. The health and safety of our students, staff, and families remain our top priority, and we are pleased to have ensured a seamless transition back to school! If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the District Office at 607.637.1301 We look forward to seeing you back to school tomorrow!

HONORING SRO BEAVERS ON SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER APPRECIATION DAY This February 15, we proudly recognize and thank our School Resource Officer, Eric Beavers, for his dedication to keeping Hancock Central School safe. His presence, support, and commitment to our students and staff make a difference every day. While speaking briefly with Mr. Beavers, he mentioned that “it has been a pleasure to work with all of the students and staff here at HCS.” Thank you, Mr. Beavers, for all you do to ensure a secure and positive learning environment at HCS! We appreciate you!

💖 Happy Valentine’s Day, Wildcats! 💖 Hancock Central School wishes all our students, staff, and community a wonderful Valentine’s Day filled with kindness and joy! Just a reminder—there will be no school on Monday, February 17, in observance of President’s Day. Enjoy the long weekend!

HCS Students Shine at SkillsUSA Area II Regional Competition A group of 62 students from Alan D. Pole Campus (22 students) and Robert W. Harrold Campus (40 students) traveled to SUNY Morrisville on Friday to compete in the annual SkillsUSA Area II Regional Conference and Competition. They joined students from 20 other BOCES and technical school campuses, testing their skills in over 40 contests spanning eight career clusters: Services, Computer & Communications, Construction, Mechanics, Security & Law, Leadership, Culinary, and Health. Among the competitors were HCS Seniors Nick Porosky and Arik Biedermann, who both showcased their talents in the Welding category. A number of students from both campuses earned recognition for their outstanding performances, including Arik Biedermann, who placed 3rd in Welding. SkillsUSA is a national organization dedicated to preparing students for careers in technical, skilled, and service industries. Through a collaborative effort between students, educators, and industry professionals, SkillsUSA helps students build the knowledge and experience necessary for success in their chosen fields. Congratulations to all the participants for representing their schools with skill and determination and congratulations Arik!

HANDS-ON LEARNING AT BOCES FOR CTE MONTH Our HCS 10th graders recently visited BOCES, where they had the opportunity for hands-on learning! Several students operated heavy equipment and even worked with chainsaws, gaining real-world experience in skilled trades. As we celebrate Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, we want to thank BOCES for providing this incredible opportunity and for helping our students explore future career paths! Thank you to Mrs. Hazen for providing the pictures!

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR QUARTER 2 MIDDLE SCHOOL AWARD WINNERS! Hancock Central School proudly recognizes our middle school students who earned awards for Perfect Attendance, Merit Roll, Honor Roll, and High Honor Roll in Quarter 2! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. HIGH HONOR ROLL: Grade 5: Maci Berlingeri, Samuel Brigham, Ivan Haskell, Addison Picozzi, Emerson Rinn Grade 6: Harper Dufton, Joshua Dunlap, Addie Furlong, Ava Reynolds, Chanel Wignall Grade 7: Karynn Appley, Liliana Avila, Justin He, Preston Johnston, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Emma Saul, Cooper Wormuth Grade 8: Elaine He, Madilynn Gustin, Arianna Hunt, Landyn Robinson, Adelaide Roenfeldt, Lacey White HONOR ROLL: Grade 5: Earl Miller, Jace Murphy, Chloe Reynolds, Jacob Wormuth Grade 6: Gianna Calendrillo, Baylie Ellis, Leon Miller, Aurora Ruiz Grade 7: John Blanchard, Leah Haase-Thomas, Jayden D’Elia, Owen Drake, Sophia Prescott Grade 8: Ariana Blakeslee, John D’Elia, Xavier Esolen, Chase Mack, Livian Robinson, Emma Tice, Cameron Thomas, Gavyn Westbrook MERIT ROLL: Grade 5: Brice Satkowski Grade 6: Christopher Davanzo, Liam Chapman, Kemper Possemato, Elisha Simmons Grade 7: Mariana Bello, Jesse Brigham, Bryleigh Drumm, Jada Furlong, Jena Furlong, Sophia Jefferson, Richard Miller, Liam Noble, Kylan Possemato, Gage Zazeckie Grade 8: Jake D’Elia, Trenten Gill, Nissi Louis Perfect Attendance: 5th Grade: Maci Berlingeri, Samuel Brigham, Ivan Haskell, Addison Picozzi 6th Grade: Harper Dufton, Joshua Dunlap, Addie Furlong, Aurora Ruiz 7th Grade: Liliana Avila, Jesse Brigham, Owen Drake, Jada Furlong, Jaiden Giza, Justin He, Preston Johnston, Braidynn Marino, Braylee Marino, Kylan Possemato, Sophia Prescott, Emma Saul, Gage Zazeckie 8th Grade: Ariana Blakeslee, Trenten Gill, Madilynn Gustin, Elaine He, Arianna Hunt, Nicholas Irimescu, Jongryul Kim, Landyn Robinson, Livian Robinson, 👏 Keep up the great work, Wildcats! We are proud of you

Just a few gentle reminders from HCS: - No indoor walking this evening, Thursday, February 13 - No indoor walking tomorrow, Friday, February 14 - No school Monday, February 17 (President’s Day holiday) Thank you!

HCS CONCERT NEXT THURSDAY Join us next Thursday, February 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the Hancock Middle-High School auditorium for an exciting evening of music! Our HCS vocal ensembles will perform iconic show tunes from Mary Poppins, The Lion King, The Greatest Showman, ABBA, Frozen 2, Les Misérables, Tangled, and Wicked—sure to be a treat for all! Plus, our beginning band ensemble will take the stage, adding to the night's musical magic. Don't miss this fantastic performance!

8TH GRADERS EXPLORE CAREERS IN TRANSPORTATION FOR CTE MONTH Hancock Central School 8th graders had a unique learning experience this week at the HCS bus garage! Students toured the facility and bus bays, gaining hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance. They learned how to remove and replace a tire and got an up-close look at a school vehicle's braking system. This visit offered valuable insight into the mechanics that keep our buses running safely and efficiently! As we celebrate Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, opportunities like this highlight the importance of skilled trades in keeping our communities moving. A big thank you to our transportation department for sharing their expertise with our students!

Reminder: Asbestos Abatement at HCS Middle-High School Greetings Hancock school community, this is just a gentle reminder that the asbestos abatement of the district office in the MS/HS building will begin this Friday, February 14th. All students, staff, and visitors must be out of the building by 3:00 p.m. on Friday. In addition, there will be no indoor walking program this Thursday or Friday. Thank you for your cooperation!