Our 3rd graders had a wonderful time participating in a Candy Cane Exchange with their classmates! It was such a fun way to spread kindness, practice giving, and enjoy a little holiday cheer together. šāØ We love seeing their excitement and the smiles this tradition brings!
#HNation # Wildcatpride
WHE family, please join us in wishing Mrs. Aucoin a happy birthday!
š November School Culture Builder Award
Weāre proud to be recognized by Jostens Renaissance for fostering a culture where students thrive and teachers love their work. Thank you to our staff and students for making gratitude and positivity part of every day! š
#HNation #Wildcatpride
š Wave Maker of the Week: Mrs. Lee! šØš
Mrs. Lee brings creativity and encouragement to her Art classroom every day. Sheās always one of the first to step upāwhether covering duties, planning programs, or sharing her talents to help our school shine.
Thank you, Mrs. Lee, for all you do!
š Congratulations, Ms. Kadence Ladner! š
We are so proud to celebrate Ms. Kadence Ladner, who has officially graduated from William Carey University and earned her Bachelorās Degree in Elementary Education!
While we will miss her dearly at West Hancock, we are excited to see her take this next step in her journey as she moves to South Hancock to teach one of their brand-new Pre-K classes next month.
Ms. Ladner, thank you for all you have poured into our Wildcats. We wish you the very best as you continue to make a difference in the lives of young learnersāyour future students are so lucky to have you!
#HNation #wildcatpride
š Dismissal Times for 60% Day š
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!
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!
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December Calendar Reminder š
Families, our December calendar went home at the beginning of the month! It includes important information about our dress-up days and our Christmas Program.
For your convenience, Iāve attached the calendar to this post.šš¾
š§āļø Kona Ice is coming to West Hancock! āļøš§
Kona Ice will be visiting Tuesday, December 16! We will be doing PRE-ORDER ONLY, and all orders must be submitted by Monday, December 15 at 9 PM.
Please note: No refunds will be issued. If a student is absent, their Kona Ice will be donated.
WHE family, please join us in wishing Mrs. Daniels a happy birthday!
WHE family, please join us in wishing Mrs. Annette a happy birthday!
š¢ Yearbooks Are Now on Sale! š¢
Our 2025ā2026 West Hancock Elementary Yearbooks are officially on sale now through March 15, 2026! Donāt miss your chance to capture all the amazing memories from this school year. š
Cost: $25 each
Online Purchase Code: 094757M (be sure to enter this when ordering!)
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Pam Lestrade at pam.lestrade@hancockschools.net.
Secure your copy today and keep the memories forever! š¾ #WHEWildcats #WHEYearbook
šāØ Wave Maker of the Week āØš
Congratulations to Coach Donovan! š He ensures our students arrive safely each day, creatively builds strong foundational skills in PE, and inspires a champion mindset both on and off the field. š
Coach Donovan is dedicated to guiding our Wildcats through their āplaybook of life,ā and we are so grateful for the impact he makes every day. Thank you, Coach, for making waves of greatness at WHE! š
#WHEWildcats #WaveMakerOfTheWeek
Just a reminder that tomorrow is the LAST DAY to shop in the WHE Christmas Shop!
Be sure your Wildcat stops by to pick out those special gifts before the shop closes for the season. Itās been a joy watching our students find the perfect surprises for their loved ones!
Thank you for supporting this fun holiday tradition at WHE! šš¾š
#WHEWildcats
Be sure your Wildcat stops by to pick out those special gifts before the shop closes for the season. Itās been a joy watching our students find the perfect surprises for their loved ones!
Thank you for supporting this fun holiday tradition at WHE! šš¾š
#WHEWildcats
Congratulations to Brayden Cook for earning a Positive Office Referral! Brayden has shown outstanding behavior and continues to be a wonderful example of what it means to be a WHE Wildcat.
These Wildcats have logged the most minutes of reading so far this 9 weeks and we couldnāt be more proud!
#WHEWildcats #ReadersAreLeaders
A huge thank you to the Junior Auxiliary of Hancock County for their generous donation of jackets for our Wildcats! Your kindness ensures our students stay warm, comfortable, and ready to learn throughout the winter season. We are so grateful for community partners who go above and beyond to support our school. Together, weāre making a difference for our students every single day! šš¾š
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Hancock County School District Calendar Vote for 2026ā2027
Weāre excited to share two calendar options for next school year, and we want to hear from our families, students, and community!
š¬ Watch this quick video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G56XbOE0aHo
Both options are nearly identical. The only difference is the October teacher workday:
š Option A ā Monday, October 12 (the Monday right after Fall Break)
š Option B ā Friday, October 30 (the day before Halloween)
Both calendars keep breaks similar to this year and still allow us to wrap up the school year before the Memorial Day holiday.
š³ļø Please take a moment to cast your vote by December 12:
š https://forms.gle/Jk2Cut76NpR3Wgcq7
Thank you for helping us choose the best fit for H Nation!
#HNation #F2G #flytogreatness #MakingWaves
Weāre excited to share two calendar options for next school year, and we want to hear from our families, students, and community!
š¬ Watch this quick video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G56XbOE0aHo
Both options are nearly identical. The only difference is the October teacher workday:
š Option A ā Monday, October 12 (the Monday right after Fall Break)
š Option B ā Friday, October 30 (the day before Halloween)
Both calendars keep breaks similar to this year and still allow us to wrap up the school year before the Memorial Day holiday.
š³ļø Please take a moment to cast your vote by December 12:
š https://forms.gle/Jk2Cut76NpR3Wgcq7
Thank you for helping us choose the best fit for H Nation!
#HNation #F2G #flytogreatness #MakingWaves
WHE family, please join us in wishing Ms. Singley a happy birthday!
WHE family, please join us in wishing Ms. Bond a happy birthday!
š Huge Congratulations to Ms. Heather Sours and Ms. Caroline Fausett! š
We are incredibly proud to announce that Ms. Sours has been named the Hancock County School District Teacher of the Year, and Ms. Fausett has been named the Hancock County School District Staff of the Year! š
These two extraordinary educators go above and beyond every single day to make sure our Wildcats have everything they need to be successful.
š Ms. Heather Sours inspires our 5th graders in Science and Social Studies with her passion, creativity, and dedication.
š Ms. Caroline Fausett, supports students with heart, patience, and a commitment to helping every child grow.
West Hancock is a better place because of the love, effort, and excellence they bring to our school community. šš
