Hancock Career and Technical Center

🚀 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

Mardi Gras Break is Almost Here! 💜💚💛
A friendly reminder to our H Nation families that Mardi Gras Break is February 16–20.
We hope everyone enjoys a fun and safe week! Classes resume Monday, February 23, 2026.
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💜💚💛 MARDI GRAS MAMBO at HCCTC! The halls of Hancock County Career Technical Center were full of smiles and beads as our Hawks Nest babies rolled through in the cutest Mardi Gras parade! Decked out in festive wagon “floats,” they waved, laughed, and tossed beads to students and staff along the way. 💚💛💜🎭✨.

During Counselor’s Week, we proudly recognize Mrs. Tammy Ladner, counselor at Hancock County Career Technical Center. Mrs. Tammy's dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students make a meaningful difference every day. We are grateful for the care and support she provides and truly appreciate all she does for our school community. #MakingWavesOfGreatness #CounselorsWeek

Mrs. April Davis’s Educator Prep students from HCCTC recently competed in Ed Rising competitions at The University of Southern Mississippi, and they delivered outstanding results! These future educators showcased their skills, creativity, and passion for teaching across multiple events. THE RESULTS ARE AS FOLLOWS by category: 👏👏👏 📚 Children’s Literature (K–3) • Emilee Battaglia – 7th Place 🏫 Exploring Education Administration Careers • Kelsey Norris – 2nd Place 🍎 Exploring Non-Core Subject Teaching Careers • Zoey Beavers – 🥇 1st Place 📊 Project Visualize • Emma Hopkins – 🥇 1st Place 📢 PSA Teacher Recruitment • Kaden Fenasci & Thomas “TJ” Garling – 🥈 2nd Place ✂️ Teacher Created Materials • Andrea Moseley – 🥇 1st Place We are incredibly proud of these students for representing HCCTC with excellence and professionalism. A huge thank-you to Mrs. April Davis for preparing and inspiring the next generation of educators! 🍎✨

We enjoyed hosting Bay High School 9th graders at Hancock County Career Technical Center for campus tours! Students explored our programs and learned about the hands-on learning and career opportunities available at HCCTC. We’re excited to help students discover what’s possible for their future!

Cleaning day in the Welding Shop, today! Moms, now you know....they can clean! 🧹 Great job guys!

Ms Schenel Fricke, our Work Based Learning instructor, was awarded the Leo W. Seal Innovative Teacher Grant. This is a huge honor, as only ten out of a pool of fifty-four applicants were awarded. The Leo W. Seal Innovative Teacher Grant Program honors exceptional Mississippi teachers whose commitment and creativity help prepare young people to achieve their dreams. Ms. Fricke is a deserving recipient for this award as she exhibits all of the qualities of an exceptional teacher!! Congratulations Ms. Fricke! We are so proud of you!!

📅 Save the Date!
Kindergarten Round Up for the 2024–2025 school year is coming up at Hancock County School District!

🗓 April 13 | 4:00–6:00 PM
🗓 April 14 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

📍 Happening at each campus for all incoming kindergarten students.
More details coming soon—mark your calendar! 💙🦅

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📣 Schedule Update 📣
Hancock County School District will resume a normal schedule on Tuesday, January 27.
Thank you to our families and staff for your flexibility and support as we adjusted for weather conditions. We look forward to welcoming students back on a regular schedule tomorrow.
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🚨 Dismissal Time Update 🚨
To help clear up any confusion, Hancock County School District will dismiss at normal times today, Monday, January 26.
Although schools started one hour later this morning, dismissal times are not delayed.

❄️ Weather Update: Delayed Start ❄️
Due to cold morning temperatures, Hancock County School District will start school one hour later than normal on Monday, January 26. This delayed start helps keep students safe and allows time to ensure buses are operating properly so students are not waiting outside in extreme temperatures.

📍 Please note: The graphic includes adjusted arrival times and class start times for each school level.
Families are encouraged to use the StopFinder app for real-time bus updates.

Please continue to monitor ParentSquare and district social media for any additional updates.
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A big thank-you to Coach Hopgood and his STEM class for collaborating with the Law and Public Safety class today on emergency exit planning for the Career Technical Center. Students worked together using computer software to design and model the facility realistically. They also created hand-drawn layouts and developed a PowerPoint presentation outlining the building design and its safety features. #MakingWavesOfGreatness #FlyingToGreatness

The Hancock Robotics teams competed over the weekend at two separate venues. The Electrobots attended a Signature Event at Auburn University, where they faced some of the nation’s top teams. Meanwhile, Robodux captured the championship at the local tournament, defeating Dabox and the Thunderbolts in the finals. #MakingWavesOfGreatness #Hnation

📅 No School – Monday, January 19

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Hancock County School District will be closed on Monday, January 19. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday. 💙

Hancock Career and Technical Center Hosts Hancock County Leadership Team Hancock County, MS — Hancock Career and Technical Center (HCCTC) recently welcomed the Chamber of Hancock County Leadership Team for a full day of engagement, learning, and collaboration aimed at showcasing the center’s programs and student success. The visit began with a delicious breakfast prepared by HCCTC’s Culinary Arts students under the direction of instructor Chef Dani. Students also provided lunch for attendees later in the day, demonstrating their skills in food preparation, presentation, and hospitality. Following the meal, members of the Leadership Team participated in a guided tour of HCCTC, where instructors from various programs shared insights into their curricula and career pathways. Guests had the opportunity to observe students actively engaged in hands-on learning experiences, highlighting the center’s commitment to workforce readiness and technical excellence. The day also featured guest speakers who provided additional perspectives on education, workforce development, and community partnerships throughout Hancock County. HCCTC expressed appreciation to Chef Dani and the Culinary Arts students for their outstanding work in preparing the meals and representing the program with professionalism and pride. The visit reinforced the strong connection between HCCTC and the local business and leadership community, underscoring the center’s mission of preparing students for success beyond the classroom.

Our talented Culinary students dove into the Christmas festivities by participating in a gingerbread house contest. Students worked in teams to brainstorm and create the gingerbread house of their choosing. They were all beautifully done!! The vote is on so stay tuned to find out who won! #MakingwavesOfGreatness #Flying2Greatness

We had a wonderful visit from some amazing elves today!! On this bitter cold day, the people in this photo visited all the schools in the district to deliver hot chocolate to staffulty members! It was delicious and brought us all a little warmth! Thank you to all who were involved in making this happen! 🎅🤶🎄🎁 ☕️ 🔔

🎄 Dismissal Times for 60% Day 🎄
Thursday, December 18 is our 60% day as we head into Christmas break. Please see the adjusted dismissal schedule.

We hope everyone enjoys the upcoming holiday break!

HCCTC hosted the Chamber Hancock County Leadership team for a day! Culinary students, led by instructor, Chef Dani, provided a delicious breakfast and lunch for all. The Leadership team was taken on a tour of HCCTC where they listened to instructors speak about their programs and had the opportunity to observe students in action. There were also guest speakers throughout the day. Thank you to Chef Dani and our Culinary students for a great job preparing delicious food!! #MakingWaveaOfGreatness