WHO WE ARE
Parent-Led. Community-Driven. Student-Focused.
Friends of Hancock Parent and Community Organization is an Illinois not-for-profit corporation that brings parents, alumni, neighbors, professionals, businesses, and community members together to support students at John Hancock College Preparatory High School.
Everyone Brings Something Different.
Supporting Hancock does not require everyone to contribute in the same way. Time, professional expertise, practical skills, relationships, ideas, and resources can all strengthen the student experience.
Time & Presence
Showing up when people, events, projects, or student opportunities need support.
Knowledge & Skills
Sharing professional expertise, practical experience, talents, and perspectives that can benefit students.
Relationships & Connections
Opening doors to people, businesses, universities, nonprofits, alumni, professionals, and community resources.
Ideas & Resources
Bringing new possibilities, useful resources, and practical ways to strengthen student experiences and the school community.
FOR HANCOCK STUDENTS
Built to Last.
Friends of Hancock is designed to provide a lasting structure for parent and community involvement from one generation of Hancock families to the next.
Not tied to a single class, event, or fundraiser, the organization creates a structure for people to stay connected, contribute, and support student opportunities year after year.
Friends of Hancock is independent of school administration and exists to support Hancock students and the school community.
Who Participates.
Friends of Hancock is open to anyone who wants to support Hancock students and the school community.
Parents & Families
Current Hancock parents, guardians, and family members who want to participate in and strengthen their student's school community.
Alumni
Hancock graduates who want to give back, stay connected, share experience, or help open opportunities for current students.
Neighbors & Community
Neighbors, professionals, and community members who want to contribute time, knowledge, connections, ideas, or support to local students.
Businesses & Organizations
Businesses, nonprofits, universities, professional networks, and community organizations interested in contributing expertise, connections, resources, experiences, or partnership opportunities.