SATURDAY | NOV 8
Big games and big energy — it’s a full day of Tiger pride! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏈 Football – GMSAA Quarterfinals @ Lassiter
6th | TBD
7th | TBD
🏀 Girls Basketball @ Cartersville
JV | 10:00 AM
V | 11:15 AM
Finish the week strong, Tigers! 🐾

Our Hammond Creek community is proud to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We invite all veterans and their families to join us for our Veterans Day Breakfast on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. in the HCMS Café.
Guests will enjoy a warm breakfast, student performances, and a morning of gratitude as we come together to celebrate our heroes. Your presence helps us teach our students the true meaning of service, honor, and community.
Please RSVP using our updated link below (the previous one was not working):
👉 Veterans Day Breakfast RSVP Form
We look forward to celebrating with you!
— Hammond Creek Middle School

THURSDAY | NOV 6
Midweek matchups are here — time to bring the focus and fire! 💪
Schedule:
🎮 eSports – Rocket League
4:00
Keep the streak alive, Tigers! 🐾

WEDNESDAY | NOV 5
Double the action — our teams are ready to compete! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🎮 eSports – NFL Madden
4:00
🏊 Swim vs Baylor
Away | 5:00
Let’s go, Tigers! 🐾

Capture every memory, every laugh, and every Tiger moment! 🐾
💰 Current Price: $30
🗓️ Order by February 28, 2026 to lock in this price — yearbooks will increase to $40 starting March 1!
🌐 Order here: https://yearbooks2.pixami.com/HammondCreekMiddleSchool/home3/Bookstore.jsp
To order, you’ll need to create an account on the website before purchasing.
If you have any questions, reach out to Keri Faw or Jennifer Barmore — your HCMS Yearbook Team! ❤️🖤
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this school year — order yours today! 🎉

School Events
Yearbooks on Sale Now! Don’t miss your chance to grab yours early.
Nov 11: Veterans Day Breakfast – 8:30 AM
Nov 13: PTO Thanksgiving Lunch for Teachers – consider volunteering!
Nov 18: 6th Grade Band Concert
Nov 19: 6th Grade Drum Show
Nov 21: Virtual Learning Day
Nov 24–28: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
🎉 Holidays & Celebrations
National STEM Day – celebrate science, tech, engineering, and math!
Veterans Day – honor those who have served our country.
World Kindness Day – small acts make a big difference.
Substitute Teacher Day – show some love to our amazing subs!
American Education Week – celebrate all the people who make school happen.
Thanksgiving – time to reflect, rest, and be grateful.

🏈 SATURDAY | NOV 1 🏈
Playoff energy is in the air — and our Tigers are defending home turf! 💪
Schedule:
🏈 Football – GMSAA Playoffs
6th vs Etowah | Home | 10:00 AM
7th vs Sequoyah | Home | 12:00 PM
📣 Competition Cheer – Woodland
Away | 11:00 AM
Let’s bring the noise and Tiger pride! ❤️🖤🐾

The camp scheduled for this Sunday, November 2nd has been cancelled.
We’ll resume as planned on Sunday, November 9th from 2:00–4:00 PM at Dalton High School.
Thank you for your understanding — we look forward to seeing everyone back on the court next week!

🎭 Say “Boo” to Drugs! 👻
Come dressed as your favorite character or your costume and celebrate making positive choices!

Get ready to glow and groove! Our Halloween Dance Party is happening Friday, October 31, during school hours! 👻
🎟️ Tickets: $5 — on sale October 22!
(No tickets will be sold the day of the dance!)
✨ Extras: Glow merch & concessions available for purchase
🧛♀️ Costumes encouraged!
Faces must remain uncovered, and no weapons of any kind are allowed.
💡 Not feeling the dance floor? That’s okay! Designated rooms will be open for students who choose not to participate.
Don’t miss out — grab your ticket now and join the spooktacular fun! 🐾🖤❤️
🖤 A Hauntingly Good Time at HCMS! 🖤

Join us on Thursday, October 30 from 5:30–7:00 PM for an evening filled with learning, connection, and all things ELA! 🐾
Come meet your child’s ELA teachers and learn more about:
📖 The new Georgia ELA Standards
🗣️ Savvas and classroom resources
📊 Understanding report cards, Beacon scores, and Lexile levels
🖥️ Canvas and the assessment calendar
💬 ROOMs communication
🚐 The Dalton Reads Van
📝 Student work examples and more!
This informative night will give families a closer look at the amazing things happening in our ELA department and all the ways your child is growing as a reader and writer.
We can’t wait to see you there for this special Parent Engagement Event! ❤️🖤

🏈 Team Up Against Drugs! 🏀
Wear your favorite team gear and show that together, we’re stronger than drugs!

😴 Dream of a Healthy Future! 😴
It’s PJ Day — rest easy knowing you’re making smart choices and living drug free!

Get ready to glow and groove! Our Halloween Dance Party is happening Friday, October 31, during school hours! 👻
🎟️ Tickets: $5 — on sale October 22!
(No tickets will be sold the day of the dance!)
✨ Extras: Glow merch & concessions available for purchase
🧛♀️ Costumes encouraged!
Faces must remain uncovered, and no weapons of any kind are allowed.
💡 Not feeling the dance floor? That’s okay! Designated rooms will be open for students who choose not to participate.
Don’t miss out — grab your ticket now and join the spooktacular fun! 🐾🖤❤️
🖤 A Hauntingly Good Time at HCMS! 🖤

🏊♂️ MONDAY | OCT 28 🏊♀️
Make a splash — it’s time for our first swim meet of the season! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏊 Swim vs North Whitfield
Home | 5:30
Come out and support our swimmers at the pool! 🐾

Join us on Thursday, October 30 from 5:30–7:00 PM for an evening filled with learning, connection, and all things ELA! 🐾
Come meet your child’s ELA teachers and learn more about:
📖 The new Georgia ELA Standards
🗣️ Savvas and classroom resources
📊 Understanding report cards, Beacon scores, and Lexile levels
🖥️ Canvas and the assessment calendar
💬 ROOMs communication
🚐 The Dalton Reads Van
📝 Student work examples and more!
This informative night will give families a closer look at the amazing things happening in our ELA department and all the ways your child is growing as a reader and writer.
We can’t wait to see you there for this special Parent Engagement Event! ❤️🖤

🧢 Cap Our Healthy Minds! 🧢
Top it off with your favorite hat as we make healthy choices and stay drug free!

❤️ REaDy to be Healthy! ❤️
Wear RED to pledge to stay drug free and show your Tiger pride!

Get ready to glow and groove! Our Halloween Dance Party is happening Friday, October 31, during school hours! 👻
🎟️ Tickets: $5 — on sale October 22!
(No tickets will be sold the day of the dance!)
✨ Extras: Glow merch & concessions available for purchase
🧛♀️ Costumes encouraged!
Faces must remain uncovered, and no weapons of any kind are allowed.
💡 Not feeling the dance floor? That’s okay! Designated rooms will be open for students who choose not to participate.
Don’t miss out — grab your ticket now and join the spooktacular fun! 🐾🖤❤️
🖤 A Hauntingly Good Time at HCMS! 🖤

Bonfire Bash at Freedom Ranch
🎃 Saturday, October 25th, 2025
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
Join us for a sizzling Hot Dog & Marshmallow Roast and some pumpkin-carving shenanigans! It's guaranteed fun for the whole family!
📲 RSVP with your party count: Text 423-421-3205
https://www.freedomranchga.com/
