21st Century Ready
by Belinda H. Grier
They continue to make us proud! Oconee RESA hosted their 11th Annual Regional Technology Fair on January 25, 2012 at Georgia Military College in Milledgeville, Georgia. Hancock County was represented by six scholars. JuYoung Jones represented Marvin E. Lewis, Sr. Elementary in the case modification category for grade levels 5 – 6; give her a round of applause for bringing home second place! Michael Woods and Terrell Davis represented Hancock Central High School for grade level 11 in the categories of multimedia applications and digital video production respectively and won first place along with the opportunity to go to the state level competition on March 10, 2012 at Macon State College in Macon, Georgia. Arleda Lawson and Aryana Lawson represented Hancock Central Middle School in the digital photography category. Emora Grier represented grades 9 – 10 in the category of non-multimedia applications. All our students enjoyed the competition and received supportive feedback. This competition allowed them to produce a project as well as express their oral presentation skills because they had to meet one on one with a judge to present their project and be interviewed. Congratulations! Please know that your community supports you 100% as you embark on these endeavors that allow us to radiate in brilliance. The secret is out; it is now known that Hancock County Public School System has some of the brightest, most creative minds in the world. Stay tuned in for more great things from our students!
Middle School Boys Win Kaolin League Basketball Championship,
Girls Placed 2nd
On January 25-28, 2012, the Hancock Central Middle School participated in the Kaolin League Basketball Middle School Tournament. The Bulldogs played with high intensity and dignity as they battled Wilkinson, T.J. Elder, and Oak Hill Middle Schools. Both teams made fantastic showings at the championship round on January 28, 2012.
In the preliminary round, the Lady Dogs dominated the game early but got a little uneasy towards the end as they edged by T. J. Middle School. KiAmber Usry (13 points and 14 rebounds) tied the game 29-29 and was fouled. KiAmber made one of her free throws that sealed the Lady Dogs’ win and earned them a spot in the championship, 30-29. Johnasja Birston scored 5 points and Jarlessa Saffore who dominated the boards with 13 rebounds. In the championship, Lady Dogs were swamped on both ends by Oak Hill and were held scoreless in the 1st quarter, 0-7. Lady Dogs lost but won 2nd place to Oak Hill Middle, 12-32. KiAmber Usry had 7 points and Johnasja Birston had 5 points. Hancock Central Middle School Lady Dogs were under the leadership of Coach Ebony Hill.
The Bulldogs were victorious in the preliminary round as they subdued the Wilkinson Warriors, 52-25. Ladarius Lundy had 12 points followed by Alex Brooks with 10 points. Markelius Lamar had 9 points and Felipe Scott powered in 6 points. In the championship game, the Bulldogs took 1st place, 37-24 over the Oak Hill Middle Braves. Felipe Scott and Markelius Lamar were awesome on the boards. Alex Brooks, with 13 points and 8 rebounds, coveted the MVP Award for the championship. Hancock Central Middle School Bulldog Champions were led by Coach Anthony Ivory. (Bulldogs Sports by Sandra Abad)
Superintendent Reeves speaks to Hancock Central High students about the results of the GBI's report regarding the October 14th football game incident.
The Hancock County Board of Education is well pleased with the outcome of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation investigative report regarding the melee between the Warren County and Hancock County football teams on October 14th. The Hancock County Grand Jury reviewed the facts and interviewed key witnesses rendering a decision of “No Indictment.” We have always practiced excellent sportsmanship with all opposing teams. Warren County is No exception. I spoke with the Superintendent of Warren County as well as sending an email requesting a meeting. She refused. Our Athletic Director, Marcus Morris visited Warren County High School to speak with the principal on Monday following the brawl, but he denied the request from orders of his superintendent.
Within the acts of harmony, quality leadership, and love, my request is still open hoping the Superintendent will schedule a meeting to develop a plan to begin the healing process. I will be waiting.
Mrs. Gloridine Walker, Hancock County Schools Student Records Director announces the 1st Semester Honors for Hancock County Schools.