Hancock County Board of Education: School Calendar & Office

Hancock County Schools, West Virginia

Hancock County Board of Education: School Calendar, Office, Meetings, Agendas and Parent Links

This Hancock County Board of Education guide helps families, seniors, students, employees, job applicants and residents find the right Hancock County Schools information fast: school calendar, 2026-2027 calendar PDF, Board of Education office address, phone number, board members, monthly meeting rules, agendas, minutes, board meeting recordings, school list, transportation, Pre-K, child nutrition, employment opportunities, parent resources, emergency closing notices and official links. This page focuses on Hancock County Schools in New Cumberland, West Virginia.

130 Rockefeller CircleNew Cumberland office
304-564-3411Main listed phone
2nd & 4th MondayRegular BOE meeting rule
5:30 PMRegular meeting start listing
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What Do You Need From Hancock County Schools Today?

Most people searching “Hancock County Board of Education” need one quick result: the school calendar, board office, meeting agenda, minutes, meeting recording, school phone number, transportation contact, job opening, Pre-K information or emergency closing update. Use the cards below, then read the practical notes before calling, attending a meeting or submitting information.

Important: “Hancock County Board of Education” can mean West Virginia, Kentucky, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee or another Hancock County. This page is for Hancock County Schools, West Virginia. If your office address is Hawesville, KY; Sparta, GA; Kiln, MS; or Sneedville, TN, you need that state’s separate district website.
Fast answer

Hancock County Board of Education Quick Answer

The official Hancock County Board of Education information for West Virginia is on the Hancock County Schools website at boe.hancock.k12.wv.us. Use it for Board Members, School Board Meetings, Board Agendas, Board Minutes, Policies, Board Meeting Recordings, central office departments, schools, calendar documents, employment opportunities and emergency updates.

The official website lists Hancock County Schools at 130 Rockefeller Circle, New Cumberland, West Virginia 26047. The main phone is 304-564-3411 and the fax number is 304-564-3990. Use that number for office routing when you are not sure which department handles your question.

Best first move: For live-changing details like calendar dates, emergency closures, board agendas, Microsoft Teams links, meeting recordings, job openings or transportation notices, always verify on the official district website before acting.
At a glance

Hancock County Board of Education Contact, Calendar and Meeting Facts

These quick facts help families, employees, applicants and residents confirm the correct West Virginia school system before using a calendar, attending a meeting or entering information online.

🏛️DistrictHancock County SchoolsWest Virginia
📍Office130 Rockefeller CircleNew Cumberland, WV 26047
☎️Phone304-564-3411Main office phone
📅Calendar2026-2027 PDFOfficial document page
🎥RecordsAgenda + minutesRecordings moving to YouTube
Source check: Official pages checked include Hancock County Schools home, Calendars, 2026-2027 school calendar PDF, Board Members, School Board Meetings, Board Agendas, Board Minutes, Policies, Board Meeting Recordings, YouTube channel notice, Employment Opportunities, Transportation, Pre-K, Child Nutrition and Live Feed updates.
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What This Hancock County Board of Education Guide Covers

Avoid wrong district

Which Hancock County Board of Education Do You Mean?

There are several Hancock County school districts in the United States. This article focuses on Hancock County Schools in West Virginia because the official Board of Education site is at boe.hancock.k12.wv.us and lists the central office in New Cumberland. If your search result shows another state, the calendar, board meetings and office phone will be different.

If you meanOffice clueUse this type of site
Hancock County Schools WVNew Cumberland, WV / 304-564-3411boe.hancock.k12.wv.us
Hancock County Schools KYHawesville, KY / 270-927-6914hancock.kyschools.us
Hancock County Schools GASparta, GA / Highway 15 Northhancock.k12.ga.us
Hancock County School District MSKiln, MS / Highway 603hancockschools.net
Hancock County Schools TNSneedville / Tennessee school calendarhancockcountyschools.com
Why this matters: Board meeting dates, school calendars, job applications, bus routes, office hours and enrollment rules are not interchangeable across states.
Office and contact

Hancock County Board of Education Office Address, Phone and Fax

The official Hancock County Schools website lists the district at 130 Rockefeller Circle, New Cumberland, West Virginia 26047. The main phone number is 304-564-3411 and the listed fax number is 304-564-3990.

Call the main office when you need routing for superintendent office, board meetings, records, employment, student services, special education, transportation, technology, child nutrition, Pre-K, facilities or finance. For a school-level question, call the school office first.

NeedBest first routeWhy it helps
Board meeting question304-564-3411The board page says to call this number for Board of Education meeting questions.
TransportationDirector of Supplemental Services & TransportationThe calendar phone directory lists transportation contact information.
Special educationSpecial Education central office pagePrivate student support questions should not go through public comments.
Job applicationEmployment OpportunitiesUse the official WV K-12 Frontline route rather than an old job screenshot.
Calendar dateCalendar documentsThe official PDF includes closures, assessment dates and phone directory information.
School calendar

Hancock County School Calendar, 2026-2027 PDF, Closings and Phone Directory

The official Calendars document page is the right place to check Hancock County Schools calendar PDFs. The 2026-2027 calendar PDF lists superintendent Walt Saunders, PO Box 1300, New Cumberland WV 26047, phone 304-564-3411 and fax 304-564-3990.

The 2026-2027 calendar also includes school closure guidance, stating that inclement-weather or emergency closing announcements are broadcast on WTOV-TV and WTRF-TV, and that Thrillshare automated phone calls, the Hancock County Schools app and Facebook may be used for notices.

School-year PDF

Best for holidays, no-school days, teacher preparation days, faculty senate days and long-term planning.

Emergency closings

Watch official district notices, school app alerts, phone calls and local TV listed by the district.

Assessment dates

The 2026-2027 PDF includes ELPA21, DLM, WVGSA and SAT School Day assessment windows.

Phone directory

The calendar includes Board office and school phone numbers, which is useful for quick contact.

Planning warning: Do not rely only on an old screenshot or Facebook repost. Open the official calendar page before planning childcare, travel, graduation attendance, medical appointments or work leave.
Board meetings

Hancock County Board of Education Meetings, Public Sign-Up and JDR Career Center Location

The Board Members page states that the Board of Education meets in regular session every month on the second and fourth Monday starting at 5:30 p.m., with the schedule subject to change, at the JDR Career Center.

The same page says citizens wishing to address the board must sign up on the night of the board meeting by 5:15 p.m. with the board’s secretary. It also says to call 304-564-3411 for questions about Board of Education meetings.

Meeting detailWhat the district page saysPractical note
Regular meeting patternSecond and fourth Monday each monthSchedule is subject to change, so verify live.
Start time5:30 p.m.Check agenda or live feed for special meetings and Teams links.
Public sign-upSign up by 5:15 p.m. with the board secretaryArrive early if you plan to speak.
Regular locationJDR Career CenterConfirm location because hearings or special sessions can differ.
Public comment tip: Keep comments brief, specific and respectful. Private student, staff, discipline or medical details should go through the proper school or district office route, not public meeting comments.
Records

Hancock County Board Agendas, Minutes, Policies and Meeting Recordings

The official Board of Education menu includes Board Agendas, Board Minutes, Policies, Policies for Comment and Board Meeting Recordings. Use agendas before a meeting to see planned items. Use minutes after approval to understand the official record. Use recordings for context when available.

The district live feed says BOE meetings are moving to a new YouTube platform and that older recordings remain available until everything is transferred. That means users should check both the official Board Meeting Recordings page and the official YouTube channel route when looking for a recent recording.

Agenda

Use before the meeting. It shows planned discussion and action items.

Minutes

Use after approval. Minutes are safer than social posts or memory.

Policies

Use official policy pages for governance rules and district procedures.

Recordings

Use video for context, but keep minutes as the official record route.

Board members

Hancock County Board of Education Members

The official Board Members page lists Chris Gillette as President, Ed Fields as Vice-President, and Randy Swartzmiller, Jim Horstman and Jack Crow as board members. Recheck the official page before quoting current roles or email addresses because membership and leadership can change.

President

Chris Gillette is listed as Board President.

Vice-President

Ed Fields is listed as Board Vice-President.

Members

Randy Swartzmiller, Jim Horstman and Jack Crow are listed as members.

Verify first

Use the official page before contacting or publishing board member details.

Schools

Hancock County Schools: Elementary, Middle, High and Career Center Links

The official district website links Hancock County Schools with Allen T. Allison Elementary, New Manchester Elementary, Weirton Elementary, Oak Glen Middle, Weir Middle, Oak Glen High, Weir High and John D. Rockefeller Career Center.

School / programOfficial linkUse it for
Allen T. Allison ElementaryOpen Allison ElementaryElementary events, school notices and contacts.
New Manchester ElementaryOpen New Manchester ElementaryElementary information and school updates.
Weirton ElementaryOpen Weirton ElementarySchool notices, events and parent information.
Oak Glen MiddleOpen Oak Glen MiddleMiddle school events and updates.
Weir MiddleOpen Weir MiddleMiddle school notices and parent resources.
Oak Glen HighOpen Oak Glen HighHigh school events, graduation, athletics and student resources.
Weir HighOpen Weir HighHigh school updates, graduation and student information.
JDR Career CenterOpen JDR Career CenterCareer technical and adult education programs.
Parents and students

Hancock County Parent Resources, Student Links, Pre-K, FERPA and Emergency Notices

The district website links Parents, Students, Virtual School, Employees, Parent/Student Packet 2025-2026, FERPA, Parent Coaching and other family resources. Use official district links before uploading student documents or entering personal information.

For Pre-K questions, use the official Pre-K page and district announcements. For private student records, attendance or special education matters, contact the proper school or central office department rather than posting details on social media or public meeting comments.

Emergency alerts

Update school contact information so Thrillshare phone calls and app notices reach your household.

FERPA

Use district FERPA resources and school offices for student privacy questions.

Parent packet

Use the current parent/student packet for school-year expectations and forms.

Student resources

Use official student links from the district site, not copied login pages.

Employment

Hancock County Schools Jobs, Employment Opportunities and Substitute Teacher Training

The official Hancock County Schools website links Employment Opportunities through the West Virginia K-12 Frontline Recruitment system. Use that official route for job openings instead of old job screenshots or third-party reposts.

The district home page also links a WV Substitute Teacher Training flyer. If you searched for Hancock County Schools jobs, substitute teacher, school aide, bus driver, teacher opening or central office role, start with the official employment route and verify the posting date before applying.

1

Open official Employment Opportunities

Start from the district-linked WV K-12 Frontline page.

2

Choose the correct Hancock County district

Make sure the posting is for Hancock County Schools, West Virginia, not another Hancock County.

3

Prepare documents

Have certification, resume, transcripts, references or training records ready if the job requires them.

4

Verify before submitting

Job postings can close or change. Confirm the official page before sending personal information.

Transportation and closings

Hancock County Transportation, Emergency Closings and School Contact Tips

The 2026-2027 calendar phone directory lists the Director of Supplemental Services & Transportation at 304-564-3156 and fax 304-564-3690. The district website also has a Transportation page under Central Office.

For closings, the district calendar says emergency school closing information is broadcast on WTOV-TV and WTRF-TV, and that families may receive Thrillshare automated calls, app notifications and Facebook notices. If you do not receive calls, contact your child’s school to update contact information.

Bus and closing tip: Keep your phone number and email current with the school. Emergency closures, early dismissals, water issues and weather delays can affect only certain schools or the full district.
Video

Hancock County Board Meeting Recordings and YouTube

The Hancock County Schools live feed says BOE meetings are moving to a new YouTube platform, while older recordings remain available through the district’s Board Meeting Recordings document page until everything is transferred.

Watch a Hancock County BOE Meeting Recording

This embed uses a Hancock County BOE meeting recording available on YouTube. For the newest official recording, also check the district live feed and Board Meeting Recordings page.

Map

Map to Hancock County Board of Education Office and JDR Career Center

The official Hancock County Schools office is listed at 130 Rockefeller Circle, New Cumberland, WV 26047. Regular board meetings are listed by the Board Members page as taking place at the JDR Career Center, with schedule subject to change. Verify the current agenda or notice before traveling.

Hancock County Schools Board Office

Use this map for the New Cumberland district office. Call first if you need a specific department or record.

John D. Rockefeller Career Center

Regular board meetings are listed at the JDR Career Center. Confirm the meeting notice before attending.

FAQs

Hancock County Board of Education FAQs

What is the official Hancock County Board of Education website?

For Hancock County Schools in West Virginia, the official website is boe.hancock.k12.wv.us. It includes the Board of Education menu, calendar documents, schools, central office pages, employment links and district updates.

Open official website

Which Hancock County does this page cover?

This page covers Hancock County Schools in West Virginia, with the office in New Cumberland. Other Hancock County districts in Kentucky, Georgia, Mississippi and Tennessee have different websites, calendars, offices and phone numbers.

What is the Hancock County Schools phone number?

The main phone number listed by Hancock County Schools is 304-564-3411.

Call 304-564-3411

Where is the Hancock County Board of Education office?

The official district website lists Hancock County Schools at 130 Rockefeller Circle, New Cumberland, West Virginia 26047.

Open office map

Where can I find the Hancock County school calendar?

Use the official Calendars document page. It includes the 2026-2027 calendar PDF and other school-year calendar documents.

Open calendar documents

What does the 2026-2027 calendar include?

The 2026-2027 calendar PDF includes school holidays, professional learning days, faculty senate days, emergency closing guidance, assessment dates, health screening notes and a phone directory.

Open 2026-2027 calendar PDF

When does the Hancock County Board of Education meet?

The official Board Members page says the Board meets in regular session every month on the second and fourth Monday starting at 5:30 p.m., subject to schedule changes, at the JDR Career Center.

Open Board Members page

How do citizens address the Hancock County Board?

The official Board Members page says citizens wishing to address the board must sign up on the night of the meeting by 5:15 p.m. with the board’s secretary.

Review meeting rule

Where are Hancock County board agendas posted?

Use the official Board Agendas document page from the Hancock County Schools website.

Open Board Agendas

Where are Hancock County board minutes posted?

Use the official Board Minutes document page. Minutes are the cleaner record route after approval.

Open Board Minutes

Where can I watch Hancock County BOE meeting recordings?

The district live feed says BOE meetings are moving to a new YouTube platform and older recordings remain available in the Board Meeting Recordings folder until everything is transferred.

Open BOE YouTube route

Who are the Hancock County Board of Education members?

The official Board Members page lists Chris Gillette, Ed Fields, Randy Swartzmiller, Jim Horstman and Jack Crow. Recheck the official page before quoting current roles or email addresses.

Open board member listing

Where do I apply for Hancock County Schools jobs?

Use the official Employment Opportunities link from the district website, which opens the West Virginia K-12 Frontline / Applitrack route for Hancock County Schools.

Open Employment Opportunities

Where can I find transportation information?

Use the official Transportation page under Central Office. The 2026-2027 calendar phone directory also lists transportation contact details.

Open Transportation

How are school closings announced?

The district calendar says closings may be broadcast on WTOV-TV and WTRF-TV, and that Thrillshare calls, the Hancock County Schools app and Facebook may be used for notifications.

Open district live feed

Editorial disclaimer: This independent guide helps users find official Hancock County Schools and Hancock County Board of Education resources faster. It does not replace official district announcements, board meeting notices, agendas, minutes, policies, recordings, calendar documents, employment postings, transportation notices, Pre-K instructions, student records, emergency closure procedures or school-level decisions. Always verify live information on boe.hancock.k12.wv.us before attending a meeting, submitting documents, applying for a job, relying on a calendar date or sharing student information.
Final summary

Best Way to Use This Hancock County Board of Education Guide

For Hancock County Schools in West Virginia, start with the official district website at boe.hancock.k12.wv.us. Use the Calendars page for school-year PDFs, the Board Members page for regular meeting rules and public sign-up details, Board Agendas for upcoming meeting documents, Board Minutes for approved records and Board Meeting Recordings or YouTube for video context.

For family tasks, use the schools list for building-level questions, Transportation for bus support, Employment Opportunities for job applications, Pre-K for early childhood questions and the Live Feed for recent notices. For emergencies and closings, keep your school contact information updated so Thrillshare calls and district app alerts can reach you.