Hancock Middle School

🚨 New Safety Feature at HCSD 🚨

We’ve installed video buzzer intercom systems at every campus to enhance security. Watch the video for more information: https://youtu.be/2OZpllhB_J0

📣 Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 6, marks our first Early Release Wednesday of the school year!

⏰ Please refer to the graphic below for updated dismissal times by campus.
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🎥 New to ParentSquare? We’ve got you covered!
Check out this quick video to learn how ParentSquare helps you stay connected with your child’s school—all in one place.

From messages and reminders to forms and calendars, ParentSquare makes school communication simple and stress-free. 💬📱

📌 Need help with your info? Email us at parentsquare@hancockschools.net with your name, your child’s name, and their school.

📲 Watch now and get connected! 👇
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nl6xQl5nWwk

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🚨 Early Dismissal Today – Hancock Middle & High Schools 🚨

Due to an A/C outage at Hancock High School and today’s high heat index, Hancock County School District is dismissing students early for safety:

🔹 Hancock High School: 12:30 PM
🔹 Hancock Middle School: 12:40 PM

Lunch will be served before dismissal. Elementary schools are NOT affected and will remain on regular schedule.
We will provide an update later today regarding Friday’s schedule.

🚗 Car Rider Drop-Off Times
As we prepare to Make Waves of Greatness this school year, here are the morning car rider drop-off times for each campus in Hancock County School District. ⏰

🚘 Student drivers who drop off siblings at other campuses may apply for a Priority Transportation Permit. This permit allows them to move to the front of the middle school car line to help ensure an on-time arrival at Hancock High.

📝 Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1R87rXZd87Ki_9GK_RhyGuQfNHpwB082n76TdG5XJv9E/edit

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🚌 Electronic Bus Emergency Forms Now Available!

The Hancock County School District Department of Transportation is now accepting online Bus Emergency Forms for the 2025–2026 school year.

🔹 One form must be completed per child
🔹 A completed form is required for a student to be eligible to ride a school bus
🔹 Each student is allowed two transportation addresses:
 • Their registered home address
 • One alternate drop-off/pick-up location
🔹 Emergency address changes must be approved by the Transportation Director. Call 228-255-6256 or email transportation@hancockschools.net

📅 Forms are due by the end of the third week of school.

✅ Submit your child’s form today to avoid interruptions in bus service:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScD7QCJ7jfeLim6w6J8CmfRzYIFJGRWHpWL9tWMwbvoIfpIzQ/viewform

HMS Parents and Families: We need your input and PTO support for the 25-26 school year. Please join us in the library on Monday, June 16th at 5:30 to select new PTO officers and provide input for the upcoming year. We look forward to seeing you!

☀️ The countdown to summer is on! ☀️ Hancock County School District will have an early release on Wednesday, May 28 to kick off summer break! 🌴🍉 📍 Release times: • Elementary – 11:30 AM • Hancock High School – 12:30 PM • Hancock Middle School – 12:40 PM #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

📣 Dress Code Update for 2025–2026 Hancock County School District has updated its student dress code to reflect a more flexible, guideline-based approach—thanks to feedback from our families and staffulty. Out of 1,895 total survey responses, 70.3% supported moving away from the previous uniform-style policy to a dress code based on general expectations for appropriate attire. 👕 Students will now have more choice—while still being expected to dress neatly and appropriately for school. 🎥 Watch this short video for an overview of what’s changing and what’s expected: 🔗 https://youtu.be/vM-kdG5MPRE 📘 View the full 2025–2026 dress code in the student handbook at www.hancockschools.net

📢 The Coastal Family Health Clinic will be OPEN during Spring Break! 🗓️ Friday, April 18 & April 21–25 📍 Hancock Middle School 🕢 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM 👥 Open to students, staff, their parents, and the community 💸 No out-of-pocket cost for students! #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

🌸 Spring Break Reminder! 🌸 Hancock County School District will be closed for Spring Break beginning Friday, April 18 through Friday, April 25. Students return to school on Monday, April 28. Enjoy your break, H Nation! 💐 #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

📢 Don’t forget! We still need YOUR feedback through our Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey — it’s quick, anonymous, and helps us make informed decisions for everyone. 🗓️ Survey closes Thursday, April 17 ✅ Now available in the Hancock County School District app: Open the app Tap the menu (three bars) Select Documents Click Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey Links Choose the Parent/Guardian Link Or click here to complete the survey now: 👉 https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8209967/Parents-Community-Members-Survey-Hancock-County-School-District #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

📣 Parents & Guardians — We need your input! Please take a few minutes to complete our Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey — it's completely anonymous and helps us make informed decisions that support our students, families, staffulty, and community. 👉 https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8209967/Parents-Community-Members-Survey-Hancock-County-School-District 🎁 BONUS: Share this post to be entered into a gift card drawing on Thursday, April 10! Survey closes Thursday, April 17 — let your voice be heard! #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

Coastal Family Health has TDAP vaccines available at HMS

📢 Join Our Team! 📢 Looking for a great opportunity with great benefits? Hancock County School District is hiring custodians! This is your chance to be part of a team that values hard work, dedication, and community. Apply today! 👉 www.hancockschools.net #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

📢 Another easy way to access ReachOut! We know that sometimes, reaching out for support should be as simple as possible. That’s why you can now access the ReachOut webchat directly through the Hancock County School District App! 💬 How to start a webchat: 🔹 Open the Hancock County School District App 🔹 Tap the menu button (☰) in the top right 🔹 Click Documents 📂 🔹 Select ReachOut Link 🔗 and start chatting! Of course, you can still call 📞 228-300-7784 anytime, 24/7, to talk to someone who is ready to listen. #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

🚨 Happening Soon! 🚨 Join us at the Hancock County School District Job Fair TODAY from 5-7 PM at the Hancock Performing Arts Center! ✅ Meet school representatives ✅ Explore job opportunities in our district ✅ Learn how you can join the H Nation! Don't miss your chance—we’ll see you soon! 📍 Hancock Performing Arts Center 🕔 5-7 PM Tonight!

📢 Introducing ReachOut: 24/7 Counseling Support for Our H Nation Family! 💙 Hancock County School District is committed to supporting the well-being of our students, staffulty, and community. We are proud to offer ReachOut, a free, 24/7 counseling service available whenever you need someone to talk to. ✅ Feeling overwhelmed? Need support? Just need to talk? ✅ Call 228-300-7784 📞 anytime, day or night. ✅ Prefer to chat online? The webchat link is available through ClassLink and on our district website.

HMS Jr Beta Club competed at the National Junior Beta Club State Convention in Biloxi, MS in numerous competitions on 2/26-28. We are so proud of all their hard work and dedication. Several club members received awards and will be able to compete at the National Junior Beta Club Convention in Orlando, FL this summer. 1st Place Spelling 6th grade- Nolan Bice 5th Place Performing Arts small group Za’Leah Brumfield, Claire Brewer, Edynn Bryan, Lynlee Audibert, Myah Rush 1st Place Black/White Photography- CJ Adam 4th Place Hand-Drawn Anime - Sophia Helmstetter 5th Place Digital Art Sarah Daniels