
So proud of Mahdi and Noah for their hard work and dedication to being amazing students and high character people. They were recognized by the Kiwanis Club of South County (Mahdi) and the Board of Education (Noah). Keep up the great work. #hpsdtigers





Attention Parents/Guardians of 7th grade students - Check out this amazing opportunity for currently enrolled 7th grade students. Check your email for more information.



We are READY for all of our attendees and representatives! Please do NOT miss this OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY!
See you tomorrow at HPES from 10am to 1pm!
https://2ndannualconnectionssummit2.sched.com/
😊Dr. Dittrich & Dr. Yarbrough





📢 Reminder: The 2nd Annual Connections Summit is Almost Here! 🎉
We’re just days away from the 2nd Annual Connections Summit, and you won’t want to miss this incredible opportunity to connect with valuable resources, gain insights, strengthen your support network, and receive some giveaway items!
This free event is a collaboration between the Hancock Place, Affton, Bayless, and Mehlville school districts and is open to all families in our community and beyond!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Hancock Place Elementary School
🌟 What’s in Store for You?
✅ Resource Tables – Learn about financial literacy, parenting strategies, social-emotional well-being, substance abuse prevention, and more!
✅ Educational Presentations – Join engaging sessions at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, & 12:30 PM on key family topics.
✅ Job Fair – Connect with local employers offering career opportunities and job resources.
✅ CHIPS Program – Get free child identification services for infants, children, and adults.
✅ Diaper Giveaway – Free diapers available for families in need (while supplies last!).
✅ Childcare Services – Available for potty-trained children up to age 11, so parents can fully participate!
This is an amazing opportunity to explore support resources, career options, and ways to strengthen your family—all in one place!
📢 Spread the Word! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
For questions, contact Dr. Dittrich at tdittrich@hpsd.school or Dr. Yarbrough at byarbrough@hpsd.school.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉


Back by popular demand, check out the apparel store to support HPMS Cheer.
https://willpromo.com/hancock_ms/shop/home

We are thrilled to announce the hiring of two outstanding administrative interns for the 2025-2026 school year! 🎉


Scan the QR code to sign up for Middle School Summer School!


Summer is right around the corner!



Our Director of Counseling & Community Outreach, Dr. Brandy Yarbrough, along with our district’s team of counselors, had the opportunity to meet with several partnership representatives as they continue working to support our students and families. It’s incredible to see the impact our counseling staff makes every day, and our partnerships play a vital role in bridging any gaps in support!


📢 Reminder: The 2nd Annual Connections Summit is Almost Here! 🎉
We’re just a few weeks away from the 2nd Annual Connections Summit, and we don’t want you to miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with resources, gain valuable insights, and build strong support networks!
This event is a collaboration between the Hancock Place, Affton, Bayless, and Mehlville school districts—and it's open to ALL families in our community and beyond!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Hancock Place Elementary School
What’s in Store for You?
✅ Resource Tables – Discover valuable information on financial literacy, parenting strategies, social-emotional well-being, substance abuse prevention, and more!
✅ Educational Presentations – Attend engaging sessions at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, & 12:30 PM on key topics for families.
✅ Job Fair – Connect with local employers offering career opportunities and job resources.
✅ CHIPS Program – Take advantage of free child identification services for infants, children, and adults.
✅ Diaper Giveaway – Free diapers will be available for families in need, while supplies last!
✅ Childcare Services – Available for potty-trained children up to age 11, allowing parents to fully participate in the event.
This is a wonderful opportunity to explore support resources, career options, and ways to strengthen your family—all in one place!
📢 Spread the Word! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
For questions, please contact Dr. Dittrich at tdittrich@hpsd.school or Dr. Yarbrough at byarbrough@hpsd.school.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉



Thursday, April 10th!!!!! Save the date!!!!!


Congratulations to Hancock Place Middle School's Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Kari Brand!!! We are so thankful for your hard work and dedication to our students both in and out of the classroom. #hpsdtigers


Thank you for your recent input on the Hancock Place climate and culture survey
(cSurvey). Your input continues to assist us in creating the ideal climate and culture for
our students, faculty, staff, and parents/guardians.
As a result of your input, HPMS has identified the
following positive outcomes:


6th grade students in Ms. Harrison's class working in their teacher station discussing the novel "As Brave as You."


📢 You're Invited! Join Us for the 2nd Annual Connections Summit! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome parents, caregivers, community members, and appropriately aged students to this incredible event, designed to connect you with valuable resources, learning opportunities, and support networks! This summit is a collaboration between the Hancock Place, Affton, Bayless, and Mehlville school districts—and it's open to ALL families in our community!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Hancock Place Elementary School
Here’s what you can look forward to:
✅ Resource Tables – Get helpful information on financial literacy, parenting strategies, social-emotional well-being, substance abuse prevention, and more!
✅ Educational Presentations – Attend short sessions (10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, & 12:30 PM) on important topics for families and individuals.
✅ Job Fair – Connect with local businesses offering employment opportunities and career development resources.
✅ CHIPS Program – Take advantage of free child identification services for infants, children, and adults.
✅ Childcare Services – Available for potty-trained kids up to age 11 so parents can fully engage in the event.
Whether you're looking for support, job opportunities, or ways to strengthen your family, the Connections Summit has something for everyone!
📢 Help spread the word!
Please contact Dr. Dittrich at tdittrich@hpsd.school or Dr. Yarbrough at byarbrough@hpsd.school with questions.



February Nurse Notes!


The HPMS Cheer has developed a team store that includes Hancock Cheer, Athletics, and Tigers attire! All proceeds will go towards the Cheer Squad and Middle school Athletics. Use the link below to access the store. The deadline to order is Monday, February 10, 2025. Go Tigers!
https://willpromo.com/hancock_ms/shop/home

Happy Black History Month!



After two days of the spelling bee, we have a winner. Congratulations to Nico for winning this year's spelling bee. Shout out to all of our contestants for showing courage and putting themselves in an uncomfortable spot. We are proud of you! #hpsdtigers



