South 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

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!🎀
Join us as we show our support for those who have battled, are battling, and will battle breast cancer. 💗

Let’s turn H Nation pink on Friday, October 17, 2025 — wear your pink attire to raise awareness and honor survivors across our community.
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🍂 Fall Break Reminder! 🍁 There will be NO SCHOOL for Hancock County School District October 6–10 as we take time to rest, recharge, and soak up a little extra sunshine. We’ll see everyone back on Monday, October 13, ready to keep Making Waves of Greatness! 🌊💙❤️

💛 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!
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🌊 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.

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📢 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.

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📢 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

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🇺🇸 Reminder, H Nation! All Hancock County School District campuses and offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful holiday with family and friends! 💙❤️ #HNation #MakingWaves #F2G #flytogreatness

🚨 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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🚗 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

📣 Welcome to South Hancock, Dr. Stephanie Morris! 🌟 We are excited to welcome Dr. Stephanie Morris as the new principal of South Hancock Elementary! With 24 years of experience in education, Dr. Morris brings a wealth of knowledge and a heart for serving students, staff, and families. She has taught both elementary and high school science, served as a lead teacher, and held leadership roles as both an assistant principal and principal at the elementary level. Dr. Morris calls this role her dream job, and she’s ready to lead with passion, purpose, and positivity. She believes in building strong relationships and supporting every child’s academic, social, and emotional growth. 💙 Join us in giving Dr. Morris a warm H Nation welcome! #F2G #flytogreatness #HNation

Don't miss out on this stress-free way to get your child classroom-ready! Order deadline has been extended through June 22nd!

🐥📚 Calling all little learners (ages 5 and under)! Join the Hancock County Library System and Excel By 5 for the Summer Library Program for Rubber Duckies! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities designed just for our youngest friends. 🧡 📅 June 2 – June 26 📍 Mondays – East Hancock Public Library 📍 Wednesdays – Bay St. Louis Public Library 📍 Thursdays – Kiln Public Library 🕥 Meet in the Children’s Room at 10:30 AM Start your summer with learning, laughter, and LOTS of fun! 🎉

Summer office hours 9am-2pm June 2nd - 12th. Closed on Fridays.