East Hancock Elementary

🚀 Exciting News! The Hancock County School District App is Here! 📱✨ Stay connected like never before with our brand-new Hancock County School District mobile app! Get quick access to: ✅ News & Announcements ✅ Events & Important Dates ✅ Documents & Resources ✅ Staff Directory ✅ Notifications & Alerts ✅ Dining Menus – Check out what’s for breakfast & lunch! 🍽️ 📲 Download the app for FREE today! 🔹 Android: https://aptg.co/T8zKfC 🔹 iPhone: https://aptg.co/k7hPQ2 🔔 Don’t forget to enable notifications so you never miss an important update! #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

We appreciate all you do to help keep our school safe and clean for our Gators! Thank you!

💛 Go Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness! 💛

Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 30, 2025, we encourage all Hancock staffulty and students to wear gold to honor and support the brave children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

Let’s show our H Nation spirit and spread awareness together!
#HNation #F2G #flytogreatness

Don't forget to use code DN1!

Our second graders are ready to bring a classic American hero to life—Johnny Appleseed! They’ve been rehearsing, singing, and practicing their lines, and now it’s time to shine on stage.

Join us for a heartwarming performance filled with music, storytelling, and of course… lots of apples!

✨ Check the invite below for all the details—we can’t wait to see you there!

Save the Date!

Congratulations to our Penny War Winner- Kindergarten! A total of $1,016.16 was raised!

🌊 Ocean of Opportunity at Mississippi Aquarium! 🐠
Thanks to the generous support of Hancock Whitney, kids birth to 12 years old from Hancock County get FREE admission to Mississippi Aquarium:

📅 September 20–21
🎉 Enjoy hands-on activities, animal encounters, scavenger hunts, and more during this special Ocean of Opportunity event.

#HNation #MakingWaves

Congratulations to our Students of the Month!

A huge THANK YOU to Christy Burns for her generous donation to our Care Closet!Your support means the world to us and will directly help students in need by providing essential items and resources. Together, we're making a difference and showing our students they are cared for and valued. We are so appreciative and grateful for this kindness and commitment to our community!

📢 Frequently Asked Questions about Hancock County School District’s NEW Pre-K Program 🎉

👶 How old does my child need to be?
Your child must be 4 years old before September 1.

📝 How do we apply?
Complete the interest form using the link on the Hancock County School District Website. Look for the blue button on the far right labeled “Pre-K Interest Form.”
👉You can also access the form directly here: https://msudafvm.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BPA89OrXiORTtI

✅ How will I know if my child qualifies?
After you complete the form, a Family Advocate will contact you to schedule an intake appointment. They will review your paperwork and let you know if your child qualifies.

📍 Where are the Pre-K classrooms located?
2 classrooms at West Hancock Elementary
1 classroom at Hancock North Central Elementary
1 classroom at South Hancock Elementary
✨ These are the designated Pre-K sites for the district. Students are not required to live in that school’s zone to enroll in its Pre-K class. As long as your family resides within Hancock County School District, your child may attend one of these locations.
⏰ Classes follow the school district’s calendar and operating hours.

🚌 Will transportation be provided?
No, transportation will not be offered at this time.

#HNation #F2G #flytogreatness #MakingWaves

On September 15, our students will celebrate Dot Day by dressing up to show how they will make their mark! We can’t wait to see their creativity and spirit shine

Congratulations to this week's Wave Makers, Ms. Hoda, Ms. Seay, and Ms. Parker! Congratulations on #2 in MS on Proficiency & Advanced in 4th Grade Math! These ladies Rocked it! They are an amazing team and always working hard to reach each and every student and grow them! Thank you for making Waves of Greatness 4th Grade Math Team!

Congratulations to this week's Great Gator office referrals! Keep up the good work, Gators!

📢 Hancock County School District Families!

We are excited to announce that Pre-K classes are coming soon to our district! 🎉
If you are interested in your child attending Pre-K, please plan to attend one of our informational meetings:

📍 West Hancock Elementary
🗓 Tuesday, September 9, 2025 | ⏰ 5:30 PM

📍 South Hancock Elementary
🗓 Thursday, September 11, 2025 | ⏰ 5:30 PM

✅ Families residing in Hancock County School District who would like their child to attend Pre-K should also complete the interest form here: https://msudafvm.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BPA89OrXiORTtI

#HNation #F2G #flytogreatness #MakingWaves

September 12 is East Hancock Night at the HHS football game! Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Hawks!

On Friday, show your Hawk pride by wearing your spirit gear to school for our pep rally. Let’s bring the energy and support our team!

Congratulations to Ms. Maurigi on receiving the Gritty Gator from Ms. Regina!

Ms. Duncan’s kindergarten Gators have been learning all about nouns this week! To make their learning fun, they went on a noun hunt around the classroom—finding people, places, and things everywhere they looked. Our Gators are turning into super smart noun detectives!

Congratulations to our first attendance challenge winners. We had ties in several grade levels. Keep it up, Gators!