Eastern Hancock Schools

Congratulations to Charles Young! We are excited to announce that Charles Young is the very first recipient of the Eastern Hancock 4 Promises Award for JOY! Charles was nominated and shouted out by Cody Hibbert, who shared: "Just wanted to say that Charles is one of the hardest-working people I know. He always has a smile on his face, ready to lend a helping hand. I'm thankful to have somebody like him working here." Charles, thank you for bringing JOY to everyone around you. Your positivity, dedication, and kindness make a lasting impact on our staff, students, and entire school community. As our September Winner, Charles will receive: A basket of his favorite things His name added to the JOY Plaque in the boardroom Recognition at our next board meeting Lunch of his choice delivered to him Thank you, Charles, for finding and sharing JOY in all that you do. We are so lucky to have you at Eastern Hancock!

🌟 6th Grade SPARK Field Trip Recap! 🌟 Our 6th grade SPARK class had an amazing day exploring local history, technology, and community projects right here in Hancock County! We started by learning about Rick Horton’s meaningful volunteer project to restore the Riley Park Spring House to its original beauty in honor of his mother. The class was inspired by his dedication to preserving this piece of history for future generations. Next, Thomas Moore took us on an exclusive tour of the Hancock County Second Empire jail, currently undergoing a fascinating renovation. He also showed us around The Depot, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at its history and future plans. We even had a chance to explore the Hancock County courthouse, where Mr. Combs kindly allowed us to step inside a few courtrooms—a rare and exciting opportunity! The trip took a high-tech turn at Photon Automation, where we learned about the amazing things they do with robots and lasers. The students loved seeing innovation in action! To end our adventure, we visited Hitherto for some delicious cookies and learned about Kevin Kerkhof’s community contributions. A huge thank you to everyone who made this day unforgettable! Our SPARK students walked away inspired, excited, and ready to keep learning!

On Thursday, November 7th, Eastern Hancock was thrilled to host three Superintendent Student Advisory Teams from across Indiana, Brown County, Wapahani and Eastern Hancock. These young leaders came together for a day full of collaboration, innovation, and meaningful discussions on the future of education in our state. Throughout the day, students had the opportunity to connect, share insights, and brainstorm solutions to real-world challenges facing their schools. Their perspectives and ideas are crucial as they help shape the educational landscape for their peers and future generations. George Philhower: What an incredible day to see student voices take center stage! Watching and listening to these young leaders as they collaborate and share their perspectives on high school was inspiring and energizing. Emily Tracy: Three Superintendent Student Advisory teams in Indiana came together today to collaborate and help lead us in inspiring change in the high school experience! It truly is a relentless pursuit! I have no doubt that this work is going to have BIG impact! A huge thank you to all the students and superintendents who joined us for this inspiring day! It’s initiatives like these that truly empower our students to make a difference. Here’s to the next generation of leaders!

Halloween night at Eastern Hancock was a perfect blend of spooky and festive as the school community came together for a memorable evening. The National Honor Society organized a fantastic Trick or Treat event, creating a safe and fun environment for kids of all ages. The halls were decked out with Halloween decorations, and NHS students dressed up in creative costumes, handing out candy and treats with plenty of smiles. The star of the night, however, was the "EH Ghoul Bus" from the Transportation Department. The bus was transformed into a haunted spectacle, complete with eerie lights, fog, and spooky decorations. Drivers dressed up as pirates, adding a fun scare factor as visitors boarded the bus to experience the "haunted ride." Kids and adults alike loved the experience, and the bus brought a whole new level of Halloween spirit to the event. The Trick or Treat event and the Ghoul Bus added up to an exciting Halloween night filled with laughter, frights, and a strong sense of community, making it an unforgettable evening at Eastern Hancock! Watch this fun video created by Hayden Collins on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/53tufM3VPsM

Annual EHEF Auction Attention: ***Crafters **** Quilters*** Knitters*** Bakers *** When: January 18, 2025, during the home Varsity Basketball Game Where: In the Ag Hallway Room 93 Many of us have been awarded an EHEF Grant to help fund learning in our classrooms. In an effort to support our Eastern Hancock Educator’s Foundation and help them raise funds for the yearly teacher and classroom grants, we will be hosting the EHEF Silent Auction on January 18, 2025. We will take donations of any baked goods, homemade pies, candy, craft/homemade items, themed basket, or gift card/certificate for this silent auction. I have posted a google sheet below where you can sign up for the item(s) you would like to donate for this event. Please consider donating 1 or more items for this fundraiser as the EHEF has continued to award grants to several teachers twice each year. Please contact Shantelle Ebbert with any questions or concerns regarding your donation. All money raised goes back to teachers and students for use in the classroom. We were able to raise over $3800 at our last silent auction. I would love to show our gratitude by beating this amount. Donations may be dropped off in room 604 of the Middle School prior to January 18 or brought to the auction by 5:30 p.m. the night of the event. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fQy2BaICjIh59_jR6RTOEbCj0Ur2UrE3ITcaDtA6BvY/edit?usp=sharing

We had an amazing lesson on the election process this week! Our journey began with 10 incredible candidates in our Primary. After some tough competition, two nominees emerged: Mr. Rooster and Mr. T-Rex! Yesterday, these two candidates took part in a lively debate, and today, the elementary students cast their votes for the next "President of Eastern Hancock." The 5th graders planned the entire event, created campaign posters, and even had the candidates walking around the elementary this morning for some last-minute campaigning! They also managed the polls and crafted the platforms each candidate ran on. Huge thank you to Dana Smith for organizing such a fun and educational experience! And now, the results are in... T-Rex takes the win with 55% of the vote! Mr. Rooster put up a valiant effort, finishing with 45%. Congratulations to all who participated, and a special shoutout to our future leaders!

Catch all the action from yesterday’s hilarious debate between the infamous Mr. Rooster 🐓 (voiced by Mr. Aaron Spaulding) and the mighty Mr. To-Rex 🦖 (brought to life by Mr. David Pfaff). The students were captivated by each candidate’s arguments, charm, and sense of humor—making this a debate to remember! Voting took place this morning, so stay tuned to see who our students chose as their winner. 🌟 Get ready to laugh and be inspired—watch the debate now and share in the fun of our magical election! https://youtu.be/LzgKVoXtmCksi=iuDknKacUKvTq98z

Our amazing drop-off line staff went all out today, dressing up in their Halloween best to bring some extra joy and fun for the kids this morning! They made the morning drop-off a little more magical. We’re so lucky to have such a dedicated team who love bringing smiles and creating memories for our students! A huge thank you to our incredible staff who made today special.

We are thrilled to introduce the two incredible candidates running for President of Eastern Hancock! 🟢 Green Team: Represented by the one and only Mr. T-Rex(voiced by Mr. David Pfaff)! A true Diamond 💎, Mr. T-Rex promises to be the protector of our community, bringing unmatched strength and leadership to Eastern Hancock. 🟡 Yellow Team: Led by the steadfast Mr. Rooster(voiced by Mr. Aaron Spaulding)! Known for his passion for nature 🌳, Mr. Rooster firmly supports planting Tulip Trees and Weeping Willows on our playground while standing strong in opposition to Sycamore Trees. Get ready for an exciting election tomorrow! Stay tuned for more updates, and may the best candidate win!

I wanted to share an article written by Tom Vander Ark that highlights Eastern Hancock and our 4 Promises. . I think you'll find it inspiring and a great representation of the work we're doing! Check it out here: https://www.gettingsmart.com/2024/10/21/4-promises-drive-rural-school-transformation-at-eastern-hancock-schools/

New things are happening at EH in our HS Essential Skills classroom! Our unified e-sports team won their first match last night! It has been so fun watching these boys play together each week. Great job athletes and mentors! #EHRoyalPride

AP Physics students Aviation week was a blast! Students were able to work on our EH flight simulators, plane building and hung out with the folks of Indy RC Modelers thanks to US Air Force veteran and retired commercial pilot, Tom Shores. #EHRoyalPride

What an incredible day for our EH art students to experience such an array of artistic styles! Advanced Art took a field trip to the Newfields Indy Museum of Art. #EHRoyalPride

Don't forget to ROAR (Recognize Our Awesome Royals) ! We want to celebrate our Royals!! Send an email to EHRoyalPride@ehancock.org and shoutout of recognition (short story or photo) of a current or former EH student or staff member. Your shoutout may be posted on our website or one of our social media outlets.

EH now has a "Blessing Box" outside of door #20!! Thank you to Mrs. Jenn Lightcap & Miss Sarah Williams for organizing this & to the FFA for keeping it stocked! This is a free 24/7 community food pantry that anyone is welcome to take what they need. Anyone is also welcome to donate non-perishable items directly to the box.

College and Career Fair at the 4H Fairgrounds! 6:00-7:30