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May 27, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
HES Students Celebrate Flower Festival
The idea for the Flower Festival began in the dramatic play area of the First Friends Preschool at Hancock Elementary School, where a flower shop had been set up. The children began creating tickets, writing everyone’s names on them, and inviting others to attend a “Flower Festival.” The children were so excited about the idea and continued to build on it through their play.

As the weeks went on, several parents shared that their children had been talking about the Flower Festival at home, and many children were convincing enough that parents questioned if it was a real community event. One child became especially invested in the idea and even convinced his family to go downtown Hancock to attend the Flower Festival one early morning. When they arrived and found no festival taking place, he explained that it must have been scheduled for another day because “our class forgot to plant the flowers.” Hearing this inspired me to bring the children’s idea to life, as it was something they were very excited about.

Over the following weeks, our students created a beautiful variety of flowers that were displayed throughout the school grounds as part of our Flower Festival celebration. Families were invited to join us for an evening that highlighted the students’ creativity and hard work. With the support and dedication of many staff members, the festival grew beyond what was originally envisioned! In addition to the flower displays, students planted and cared for flowers in our classroom for families to take home, enjoyed face painting, and had the opportunity to plant their own flowers to bring home as well. This evening is a celebration of our students’ imagination, creativity, and effort as we come together to enjoy a picnic dinner surrounded by flowers!
May 22, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
K/1 Drumming
In music this week, kindergarten and first graders had the opportunity to use a variety of percussion instruments. One of the instruments these first graders (pictured) got to practice with was a large gathering drum. The purpose of a gathering drum is to promote community building and teamwork. Due to its large, floor-standing design, multiple people can play it simultaneously, allowing groups to share rhythms and foster a shared sense of unity.
May 13, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
Muffins with Mom
Preschool students worked very hard to give their moms a fun Mother's Day celebration. They made muffins and decorated placemats. They even planned far enough ahead to give each of them a plant they grew from seed! All of the moms were so honored to take part in their special celebration!
Apr 20, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
Children and the Arts Puppet
Our HES students worked together to build a larger-than-life mascot sculpture for our school. We hope it can join us in Peterborough at the Children and the Arts parade on May 16th. Please let us know if you are able to transport our Husky to the parade and back to HES. If anyone has a flat-top garden cart to lend, we would be grateful to use it to pull our husky along the parade route as well. Students are also working on husky-corn-themed puppets to accompany our giant husky dog on its march.

Please see the Festival page for information and updates: https://www.childrenandthearts.org/2026-festival-info
Apr 13, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
Another Spectacular NHDI Week!
We have had an AMAZING week in PE for our dance residency with Abbie and Jeanine from the New Hampshire Dance Institute (NHDI). The students have been moving their bodies by leaping, jumping, stomping, shaking, and turning to create high-energy and fun dances! They have learned the moves and choreography of the dances so quickly! The students have shown great focus and are working together to learn the timing and sequences. The dances have our hearts beating and our faces smiling! It has been so much fun! I hope to see you all at the performance tonight so you can see for yourself all the hard work, enthusiasm, and joy of the week!
Apr 8, 2026 · Contoocook Valley School District
Special Education Parent Involvement Survey
The New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) is conducting its annual Parent Involvement survey for parents of students who receive special education services. This survey assesses how eﬀectively school districts engage families to improve services for children with disabilities.

Why should you take the survey?

Share your experience to strengthen parent-school partnerships.

Ensure your district and state hear what matters to families.

Higher participation means more accurate results.

This survey will only take a few minutes to complete.

Please complete one survey for each child you have receiving special education services. All responses are anonymous. Click here to display the survey QR code and take the survey.
Apr 6, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
Secret Codes
Mystery Science: Secret Snacks! Ms. Lamere's young scientists explored how digital devices send information over long distances. After learning how it was done, they participated in an activity called "Secret Snacks." Students had a blast generating their own secret codes to transfer information across the room.
Apr 3, 2026 · Hancock Elementary School
March Reading Challenge
Students read for one-hour increments to receive a link for their grade's paper chain. They kept a reading log and checked in with Mrs. Vezina when they read enough to earn a link. Throughout the challenge, the tracking was done by grade. Students were very interested in seeing which grade had the longest chain. It inspired them to keep reading and be in the lead! At the end of the challenge, Mrs. Vezina put all of the chains together to show them how working together creates even greater results. The paper chain was almost long enough to reach across the gym!

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