📢 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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👶 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
💰 It’s time for a Penny War! 💰
📅 September 8–12
The grade level with the most points at the end of the week wins a Pizza Party! 🍕🎉
Let’s have some fun, Wildcats! 💙🐾
#PennyWar #MakingWavesOfGreatness
📢 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
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
🎉👏 Our staffulty has spoken! 👏🎉
These amazing staff members were voted by their colleagues as Wave Makers at WHE and named our Employees of the Month for August.
✨ Certified Staff: Mr. Mallini – He has made a huge impact at WHE and is an outstanding assistant principal who goes above and beyond for our Wildcats every day.
✨ Non-Certified Staff: Ms. Erica Singley – An amazing assistant teacher who always goes the extra mile to make sure students are successful and supported.
✨ Support Staff: Ms. Shannon Caprari – She does an incredible job ensuring our students are cared for, supported, and set up for success.
We are so thankful for each of you and the waves of greatness you make at WHE! 🌊🐾💙
#MakingWavesOfGreatness
These amazing staff members were voted by their colleagues as Wave Makers at WHE and named our Employees of the Month for August.
✨ Certified Staff: Mr. Mallini – He has made a huge impact at WHE and is an outstanding assistant principal who goes above and beyond for our Wildcats every day.
✨ Non-Certified Staff: Ms. Erica Singley – An amazing assistant teacher who always goes the extra mile to make sure students are successful and supported.
✨ Support Staff: Ms. Shannon Caprari – She does an incredible job ensuring our students are cared for, supported, and set up for success.
We are so thankful for each of you and the waves of greatness you make at WHE! 🌊🐾💙
#MakingWavesOfGreatness
September calendar and Roar Report
🌊✨ Wave Maker of the Week ✨🌊
Congratulations to Ms. Kelly Altergott! 🎉 She has done an amazing job transitioning to a new school and a new grade level. Her positivity and dedication are already making a big impact on our Wildcats. 🐾💙
We are so happy to have her as part of our WHE family! 💛
#WaveMakerOfTheWeek #MakingWavesOfGreatness
Congratulations to Ms. Kelly Altergott! 🎉 She has done an amazing job transitioning to a new school and a new grade level. Her positivity and dedication are already making a big impact on our Wildcats. 🐾💙
We are so happy to have her as part of our WHE family! 💛
#WaveMakerOfTheWeek #MakingWavesOfGreatness
🇺🇸 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
We are excited to celebrate Grandparents’ Day with our 5th grade students! Please join us for a special Grandparents’ Day Breakfast and make wonderful memories together. Breakfast is available for purchase in the cafeteria for $2.75
📣 Spirit Shirt Deadline! 📣
Don’t miss out—all spirit shirt orders are due by Friday, August 29! 🚨 No late orders will be accepted.
Order forms are available in the front office. Be sure to get yours in on time so you can show your Wildcat pride! 🐾💙❤️
Don’t miss out—all spirit shirt orders are due by Friday, August 29! 🚨 No late orders will be accepted.
Order forms are available in the front office. Be sure to get yours in on time so you can show your Wildcat pride! 🐾💙❤️
🌊✨ Wave Maker of the Week ✨🌊
Ms. Chelsea Smith for always going above and beyond to make sure things run smoothly at WHE! 💙 Even in the cafeteria, she takes the time to ensure our youngest Wildcats — our kindergarteners — are known and cared for by making sure the lunch ladies know their likes and dislikes. 🐾
Thank you, Chelsea, for all that you do for our Wildcats each and every day! 💛
#WaveMakerOfTheWeek #MakingWavesOfGreatness
Ms. Chelsea Smith for always going above and beyond to make sure things run smoothly at WHE! 💙 Even in the cafeteria, she takes the time to ensure our youngest Wildcats — our kindergarteners — are known and cared for by making sure the lunch ladies know their likes and dislikes. 🐾
Thank you, Chelsea, for all that you do for our Wildcats each and every day! 💛
#WaveMakerOfTheWeek #MakingWavesOfGreatness
On Wednesday, August 27, we’ll be selling popsicles for $1 each!
Bring a dollar and enjoy a sweet mid-week treat!
Bring a dollar and enjoy a sweet mid-week treat!
WHE will be participating in a District Wide Homecoming dress up. See below for details so you can be ready to show your Hawk Pride!
🎃👻 Mark your calendars! 👻🎃
West Hancock Elementary’s 2nd Annual Trunk-or-Treat will be on Friday, October 17th! 🍬🚗
We’re excited to make this event even bigger and better than last year! Keep an eye out for more details as we get closer to the date—you won’t want to miss it! 🕸🦇
West Hancock Elementary’s 2nd Annual Trunk-or-Treat will be on Friday, October 17th! 🍬🚗
We’re excited to make this event even bigger and better than last year! Keep an eye out for more details as we get closer to the date—you won’t want to miss it! 🕸🦇
WHE family, please join us in wishing Ms. Botts a happy birthday!
🌊 Wave Maker of the Week: Ms. Brandy! 🌊
Our amazing cafeteria manager, Ms. Brandy, works hard to make sure our students and staff have a delicious breakfast and lunch every single day. 💙 From the hustle of back-to-school breakfast to tackling two field trips in the same day just a week later, she conquered it all like a true Wave Maker — and did it with a smile!
Thank you, Ms. Brandy, for all that you do to keep WHE running strong. 🐾
Our amazing cafeteria manager, Ms. Brandy, works hard to make sure our students and staff have a delicious breakfast and lunch every single day. 💙 From the hustle of back-to-school breakfast to tackling two field trips in the same day just a week later, she conquered it all like a true Wave Maker — and did it with a smile!
Thank you, Ms. Brandy, for all that you do to keep WHE running strong. 🐾
WHE family, please join us in wishing Ms. Everett a happy birthday!
WHE Back to School Bash!
📅 Date: Friday, August 15
⏰ Time: 5 - 7 pm
We’re kicking off the school year with an evening full of fun for the whole family — and admission is FREE! 🎈
Activities include:
Dunking Booth ($1 a ball – try your aim at dunking our special guests!)
Concessions ($1–$3)
Sand Art & Arts & Crafts
Face Painting
Bounce House
Bracelet Making Station
Corn Hole
Gaming Station
… and so much more!
Please Note: A parent or guardian must stay with their child at all times. Children may not be dropped off.
#MakingWavesOfGreatnes
📅 Date: Friday, August 15
⏰ Time: 5 - 7 pm
We’re kicking off the school year with an evening full of fun for the whole family — and admission is FREE! 🎈
Activities include:
Dunking Booth ($1 a ball – try your aim at dunking our special guests!)
Concessions ($1–$3)
Sand Art & Arts & Crafts
Face Painting
Bounce House
Bracelet Making Station
Corn Hole
Gaming Station
… and so much more!
Please Note: A parent or guardian must stay with their child at all times. Children may not be dropped off.
#MakingWavesOfGreatnes
We would like to extend a huge thank you to Jindal Tubular USA, LLC for their generous donation of supplies to our school!
We are proud to announce that West Hancock Elementary has been named a National Beta School of Merit for the 2024-2025 school year!
The National Beta School of Merit award is given to honor a club’s dedication and commitment to academic excellence. To earn this prestigious recognition, a school must have members from all eligible grade levels in their Beta Club.
We are so proud of our Beta members, sponsors, and supporters for making this achievement possible. Keep making us proud, Wildcats!
The National Beta School of Merit award is given to honor a club’s dedication and commitment to academic excellence. To earn this prestigious recognition, a school must have members from all eligible grade levels in their Beta Club.
We are so proud of our Beta members, sponsors, and supporters for making this achievement possible. Keep making us proud, Wildcats!
🌊 Wave Maker of the Week: Meagan Roche! 🌊
Chosen by a staff member for her incredible dedication, Meagan goes above and beyond every single day to support WHE students, staff, and families. From managing staff needs and school operations to promoting our successes and organizing school-wide events, she’s the behind-the-scenes force that keeps everything running smoothly. 💙
Meagan is the heart of our campus and a key part of building a positive, welcoming school culture. She truly Makes Waves of Greatness every day! 🐾✨
#MakingWavesOfGreatness
Chosen by a staff member for her incredible dedication, Meagan goes above and beyond every single day to support WHE students, staff, and families. From managing staff needs and school operations to promoting our successes and organizing school-wide events, she’s the behind-the-scenes force that keeps everything running smoothly. 💙
Meagan is the heart of our campus and a key part of building a positive, welcoming school culture. She truly Makes Waves of Greatness every day! 🐾✨
#MakingWavesOfGreatness
