I just wonder if the student who keeps posting negative remarks about HHS teachers just takes the 'easy' teachers since he says he says he has all A's. That is the major problem at HHS; there are some very good teachers, who geniunely teach, and then there are some teachers who just play on their computers,
... Read more chat on their cell phones, and pass out worksheets and never really teach. Also, I would like to know if he has all A's why he believes the teachers aren't understanding. Is seems like he must have very understanding teachers. Or is it that he late to class, or does he make excuses and expect teachers to fall for them, or does he want everything to be his way. Hancock could be a great deal better; maybe this posters should join the student council and work to see that changes are made. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/25/08
I would like a chance to validate my post on Sept. 18th. For one thing, I personally do very well in school. I make straight A's, I have never gotten in trouble, and the fact that my spelling skills aren't top-notch doesn't make my opinion any less valuable. I agree that the last principal let most of
... Read more us off way too easily, but I think the new one was over-doing it a little at the beggining of the school year. However, I may have over-reacted. He has calmed down since then, and I do actually appreciate the level of discipline. Unfortunately, I still feel like the education here definantly could be improved. I would still like to see more emphasis placed on extra-curricular activities, and I feel like the teachers can often be unfair and not understanding enough. Hancock could be a lot worse, but it could also a lot better. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/08/08
As a student, I have to deal with the utter rediculousness of this school everyday. For one, the discipline is out of control. I understand that discipline is necessary, but it is horrible when the obsession with descipline hinders the education. I personally had to miss half of the first day of school
... Read more because I was wearing the wrong shade of red shirt. Learning here is neither fun nor creative and every student dreads coming. The teachers just don't care anymore, and would rather send someone to the office at the drop of a hat, then help them. Students are in constant fear of getting in trouble for silly things like the wrong color under-shirt. Some of the rules that the new principle is very strictly enforcing are rediculous and unnessary... A tiny logo on our shirts is not going to harm anyone's education! I hate this school. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/18/08
I have to agree with the person who posted a comment on September 10th, 2008. We are seeing so many wonderful and exciting new ideas coming to life this year. Two thumbs way up to the outstanding new band director!! He's the perfect blend of intelligence, talent, discipline, and fun. The band program
... Read more has improved tremendously in a very short time. Also, must say the advanced classes and higher level classes are challenging even for the brightest kids. Good teachers, much improved leadership! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/08
Things have come a long way at this school.I know becasue I see it everyday. There are great things happening . New principals that aren't jokes, the new A.D. is doing a great job, a new head coach who actually cares, teachers who want the best for the students and hard working guidance counselors. Again,
... Read more great things are happening at Hancock. Hawk Pride! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/10/08
Hancock High School has many outstanding teachers. Its problem is the lack of educational leadership. All three principals are weak. They rarely make decisions that they stand behind. The head principal is a joke. Has no clue what should be nor what is going on on the campusl
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Posted by a parent on 03/20/08
I think this school is great. Just like any other school, you get what you put in it.
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Posted by a parent on 03/12/08
I have heard many wonderful things about this school after moving to Mississippi from out of state, but I was extremely disappointed after my daughter entered this school. I completely agree with some of the other reviews here, the academics are very low. The 'discipline' in the school, namely the dress
... Read more code, is ridiculous. I agree with the dress code idea overall, but the teachers and administration have taken it competely out of proportion. Overall, don't send your child to this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/06/07
I'm a former student of Hancock High School. My perspective of this school is based on when I graduated in the spring of 2005. The sports and clubs were great. Our football team was lagging, but it has a strong tradition and will bounce back in the future. Award winning dance team too. The classes and
... Read more subject matter were good all around. Many different choices to pick from and vo-tech classes to choose from as well for those that like to learn hands on. Good teachers. They all have plenty of experience and skills, the only problem I saw while I was attending HHS was the principal. She didnt do things I agreed with, such as school uniforms and zero tolerance. But other than that a great southern school all around. Read less
Posted by a former student on 10/12/06
There is only one word for academics that I can say. Horrible. As far as everything else goes, the teachers don't seem to teach the subject, and overall, the school is horrific. If you are making a decision of chosing schools for your children, I would suggest considering other options.
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Kiln schools — Hancock High School is located at 7084 Stennis Airport Rd, Kiln MS 39556. 7084 Stennis Airport Rd is in the 39556 ZIP code in Kiln, MS The school district for Hancock High School is the Hancock County School District. Hancock High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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