Hancock Middle/High School

MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS THURSDAY & FRIDAY We would like to invite you to our Middle & High School quarter 1 awards ceremonies tomorrow, December 5th and Friday, December 6th. Awards for grades 5-8 will take place Thursday, with grades 9-12 occurring on Friday. Both ceremonies will begin at approximately 1:50/1:55 p.m., we hope to see you then!

MS-HS CONCERT THIS THURSDAY We would like to invite you to our HCS middle-high school winter concert this Thursday, December 5th! The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring our wonderful choral and band arrangements. High school students participating in the concert are asked to report before/by 5:45 p.m., while middle school students should report by 6:00 p.m. Doors will open for guest at 6:15 p.m., we hope to see you there!

🌟👏 Congratulations to Our NTHS Inductees! 👏🌟 We are thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of our HCS students and their peers from other districts in DCMO BOCES who were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) before our Thanksgiving break! 🎉 Congratulations to the following HCS students: Ashton Aceves-Amaya, Computer Technology Arik Biedermann, Welding Vanessa Horton, Business Foundations Aidan Norton, Conservation This achievement highlights their dedication to academic excellence, leadership, and technical skills. We're so proud of your hard work and commitment to success! 💙💛 #WeAreHCS #NTHS2024 #FutureLeaders

🎭🌟 Bravo, High School Performers! 🌟🎭 This past Saturday, our talented high school students took the stage and delivered an incredible performance of "You Can't Take It with You" by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. Their hard work, dedication, and passion truly shined, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained and inspired. 👏👏 A big round of applause to our cast, crew, and everyone involved in bringing this production to life. You made HCS proud! 💙💛 Cast: Penelope Sycamore – Vanessa Horton Essie – Amelia Waldron Rheba – Emmalee Watson Paul Sycamore – Olivia Esolen Ed – Hunter Oddo Donald – Isaiah Graham Martin Vanderhof – Emily Bolster Alice – Emrehe Ellis Henderson - Ashton Aceves-Amaya Tony Kirby – Steven Saul, Jr. Boris Kolenkhov – Liam Kelly Kay Wellington – Madalyn Schmitz Mr. Kirby – Liam Kelly Mrs. Kirby – Grace Evanitsky Olga – Grace Evanitsky G-Man - Ashton Aceves-Amaya Production Team: Director – Loa Noyd Technical Set Director – Kristy White Lighting and Sound – Jason Mead Spotlight – Leigha Mead Printing – BOCES Printshop & Chance Charles Costumes – Jackie Petriella

🎭🌟 Bravo, HCS High School Performers! 🌟🎭 This past Saturday, our talented high school students took the stage and delivered an incredible performance of "You Can't Take It with You" by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. Their hard work, dedication, and passion truly shined, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained and inspired. 👏👏 A big round of applause to our cast, crew, and everyone involved in bringing this production to life. You made HCS proud! 💙💛 Cast: Penelope Sycamore – Vanessa Horton Essie – Amelia Waldron Rheba – Emmalee Watson Paul Sycamore – Olivia Esolen Ed – Hunter Oddo Donald – Isaiah Graham Martin Vanderhof – Emily Bolster Alice – Emrehe Ellis Henderson - Ashton Aceves-Amaya Tony Kirby – Steven Saul, Jr. Boris Kolenkhov – Liam Kelly Kay Wellington – Madalyn Schmitz Mr. Kirby – Liam Kelly Mrs. Kirby – Grace Evanitsky Olga – Grace Evanitsky G-Man - Ashton Aceves-Amaya Production Team: Director – Loa Noyd Technical Set Director – Kristy White Lighting and Sound – Jason Mead Spotlight – Leigha Mead Printing – BOCES Printshop & Chance Charles Costumes – Jackie Petriella

5TH Graders Think Big at Engineering Day! Thank you to Mrs. Rice for sending in pictures of our 5th graders at Engineering Day last week! Like our 8th grade group the day before, the 5th graders traveled to the BT-BOCES campus, where they participated in a rube Goldberg/group engineering challenge! It looks like you were all working hard and having a good time, excellent work!

The Hancock Central School District is closed today, Friday, November 22.

🎉 HCS 8th Graders Shine at Engineering Day! 🔧📐 Yesterday, our 8th-grade students participated in Engineering Day at the BT-BOCES campus. This exciting event brought together schools from across the region for a fun and educational STEM competition. Students faced an engineering challenge that required creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Using only the materials provided, teams collaborated to design and build their projects, showcasing skills in science, math, time management, and communication. We’re so proud of our students for their hard work and enthusiasm! Thank you to BT-BOCES for hosting this wonderful opportunity for hands-on learning and collaboration.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES MONDAY Just a friendly reminder that HCS will be holding parent-teacher conferences this Monday, November 25th, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and 5:00-7:00 p.m. Students will be dismissed from school at 12:30 p.m. These conferences are a valuable opportunity to connect, discuss progress, and plan for continued growth and success. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s school if you would like to arrange a meeting with their teacher.

Join Us for Hancock Central School’s High School Play! Come out on Saturday, November 23rd, as our talented high school students bring to life the classic comedy "You Can't Take It With You" by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart! This hilarious play follows the eccentric Sycamore family, a group that lives by its own rules and proves that life is about enjoying the little things. It’s a feel-good story that’s sure to entertain! 📅 Performance: 7:30 p.m. 📍 Location: Hancock Central School Middle-High School Auditorium 🎟️ Admission is free, but donations and canned goods are warmly accepted. Let's support our students and community!

🎉 Thank You for a Memorable Thanksgiving Meal! 🦃 We would like to give a huge THANK YOU to our HCS Student Council and dedicated food service staff for preparing a wonderful Thanksgiving meal for our Hancock community! This heartwarming event was open to Senior Citizens, Hancock Rotary members, Veterans, and Retirees of our school district — free of charge. Your hard work and generosity brought smiles and warmth to many, showcasing the true spirit of Thanksgiving. 💙🍁 #WeAreHCS #ThankYou #Gratitude

WINTER WEATHER INFORMATION Winter weather in our area can be unpredictable, and the safety of Hancock Central School District students is always our top priority. Decisions to delay, close, or dismiss school early are made by the Superintendent in consultation with transportation officials and local authorities, considering road conditions, weather reports, and building safety. In general, the following timeline is used to frame school closing and delay decisions: 5:30 a.m. • Preliminary decision is made to close or delay school • Media outlets are notified of closing/delay • Decision to close/delay is communicated to all district stakeholders Communication will be made via: • Global Connect Call (607-637-2511) • SMS Text Messaging • Website: https://www.hancock.stier.org • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HancockCSD/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/HCSDWildcats If school starts but weather worsens, updates on early dismissals or activity cancellations will be shared as soon as possible. For any questions, please contact Superintendent Lori Asquith at 607-637-1301 or lasquith@hancock.stier.org.

SUNY Broome to host Open House event for Hospitality Programs BINGHAMTON, NY -- This Saturday will be a day of culinary and hospitality excellence at SUNY Broome's state-of-the-art Culinary & Event Center in downtown Binghamton! The College will host an Open House where prospective students can explore programs in SUNY Broome's hospitality department. From tours of the center, to a floral design contest, and an American Culinary Federation sanctioned culinary competition, it will be a day filled with culinary artistry, creativity, and immersive learning. The Open House will run from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Nov. 23 at our Culinary & Event Center (CEC) located at 79 Exchange St., Binghamton. If interested, please kindly RSVP to Kerry Gallagher at gallagherkl1@sunybroome.edu

🍂 Thank You, Faculty and Staff! 🥧 We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing faculty and staff at Hancock Central School for going above and beyond to provide delicious pies for our students during lunch yesterday! Your kindness and dedication make our school community truly special. Thank you for your thoughtful efforts and for making our students' day a little sweeter! 🍎🎉

📚✨ Happy American Education Week! ✨📚 This week, we celebrate the incredible dedication, passion, and hard work of all educators, including and especially those here at HCS! 🙌❤️ From teachers and administrators to support staff and everyone who helps make education possible—THANK YOU for inspiring, guiding, and empowering the next generation. 🌟 Let’s show our appreciation for the difference they make every day! 💙🍎 #AmericanEducationWeek #ThankYouEducators #WeAreHCS

THANKSGIVING DINNER MOVED TO 11/20 *EDIT: This date has been moved up from its original date of 11/21* Hancock Central School will be having a Thanksgiving Dinner this Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. This meal is free to all Senior Citizens, Hancock Rotary, Veteran’s, and Retirees of the Hancock Central School district and will be held in the MS/HS cafeteria. If you are interested in attending, please call 607-637-1324 by November 18, 2024 for a reservation. Thank you!

Winter Sports Start Monday! Just a friendly reminder that the JV and Varsity winter sports season begins this Monday, November 18! Students must be registered to play through Arbiter Sports. Parents/guardians, please complete the winter sports registration on Arbiter Sports at the link below. https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/2024-2025-winter-athletic-registration-deposit-hancock Let's get ready for an amazing season!

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES This is a busy time of year, with only 17 instructional days in November and the afternoon of November 25th set aside for parent-teacher conferences! These conferences are a valuable opportunity to connect, discuss progress, and plan for continued growth and success. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s school if you would like to arrange a meeting with their teacher. For any questions, please contact the Elementary Main Office at: (607) 637-1219 or the MS-HS Main Office at: (607) 637-1305. We value your partnership and look forward to working together to make this year a great one for your child!

SOPHOMORE DINNER THIS FRIDAY Stop by the Hancock House Hotel anytime between 3:00-7:00 p.m. this Friday, November 15th, to support the class of 2027! Dinner choices are: Fish & Chips, Pasta or Chicken Tenders. $15 per dinner, take out or eat in. Thank you!

HIGH SCHOOL PLAY RESCHEDULED The HCS performance of ‘You Can’t Take it With You’, originally scheduled for this Friday, November 15th, has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 23rd. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Middle-High School Auditorium. We hope to see you there!