Hancock Place Elementary

08/31/2026

🏠 MEET OUR HOUSES! 🏠
Our House system is about building relationships, creating a strong sense of belonging, and helping our students learn what it means to lead and support others. Each House has its own unique identity and values that help us grow Better Together! Be sure to check out the individual House photos to learn more about their values, symbols, and what it means to be a Valor, Luxemburg, Odnos, or Hekima!

House Spirit Week starts today! Let's show our House pride and remind one another that TOGETHER WE ROAR!

08/27/2026

We’re proud to be preparing our students and staff for a world where AI is already changing how we learn, work, and communicate.

Thank you to First Alert 4 for highlighting the work happening within Hancock Place to build AI literacy, encourage responsible use and help our students become thoughtful, informed users of emerging technology.

https://www.firstalert4.com/video/2026/08/27/hancock-place-school-district-puts-ai-work/

One St. Louis area school district taking an early approach to AI is Hancock Place School District in south St. Louis County.

08/23/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 📚💛
Our staff is ready, our classrooms are ready, and we are SO excited to welcome our kids back! Let’s make it a great first day! ✨

08/21/2026

We’re excited to welcome our students back for the 2026–2027 school year on Monday, August 24!

As we prepare for a great first day, please review the drop-off and pick-up information and locations below to help arrival and dismissal run as smoothly and safely as possible.

We can’t wait to see you!

08/20/2026

Transportation Reminder: FirstView App

Parents/Guardians of students who ride resident district buses are encouraged to download and register for the FirstView App as soon as possible.

We have moved to using the FirstView App instead of paper transportation information to improve efficiency and ensure students, parents/guardians, and staff have access to transportation information in real time. After reading this message, please click on this link which connects you with directions to register for the app and how to set up notification alerts, and more, https://sd.hpsd.school/page/bus-transportation-information.

Through FirstView, you can view:

Your child’s assigned bus
Bus stop location
Scheduled pick-up time
Scheduled drop-off time
Notifications if the bus is running late
An alert when the bus is approaching your stop
Other helpful transportation updates and notifications

Using FirstView allows transportation information to be communicated more efficiently and provides families with timely, real-time updates regarding their child’s bus.

We encourage all families whose students ride resident district buses to register for FirstView as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and partnership as we continue working to provide safe, efficient, and reliable transportation for our students.

08/19/2026

Our teams are ready to make it a GREAT year!💙

We’re so grateful for the incredible people who show up every day for our students, our families, and one another. These teams bring their unique strengths, talents, and energy together to make Hancock Place Elementary and Preschool such a special place.

08/13/2026

Don't forget to grab a snow cone after visiting your classroom during our Open House on Thursday, August 20th from 5-7 PM. Thank you to everyone who
has already signed up for a timeslot using our SignUp Genius. We are excited to see everyone soon!😎☀

08/05/2026

Important Back-to-School Information!

08/04/2026

Hancock Place Preschool and Elementary are excited to welcome two new leaders to our building this year!
Mr. Shane Murray (left) will be joining us as our Elementary Administrative Intern.
Mrs. Jessica Moore (center) will be joining us as our Early Childhood Administrative Intern and PAT Coordinator.
Alongside Dr. Gardner (right), Principal, this trio of administrators are ready for a fantastic school year! 🩵🐯💛

08/03/2026

Hello Tiger Parents,

Please see attached flyers from Chartwells regarding the district's breakfast and lunch program details. This includes access to the menu and other information!