WED | DEC 3
Wrestling hits the road for a midweek double match! Let’s go, Tigers — own the mat! 💪
Schedule:
🤼 Wrestling vs Cartersville & Rockmart
Away | 5:00
Explore: A Celebration of Culture, Science, and Social Studies
You’re invited to a night of discovery, creativity, and connection at HCMS! Join us as families come together to celebrate global cultures, hands-on science, and the stories that shape our world.
📅 Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
🕒 Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Hammond Creek Middle School
Event Highlights:
🎭 Cultural displays & performances
🔬 Interactive science demonstrations
🍲 Family potluck — bring a favorite dish that represents your family’s culture!
📚 Social studies showcases
📸 Family photo booth
🌏 Hands-on activities inspired by cultures around the world
🤝 Community resources for families
This is a celebration for all students, families, and community members — an evening to explore, learn, and celebrate the diverse cultures, creativity, and curiosity that make HCMS shine.
Beacon testing will take place December 2–4.
Dec. 2–3: ELA
Dec. 4: Math
Please make sure your device is charged and you get a good night’s rest — let’s show what our Tigers know!
It’s the most wonderful (and busiest!) time of the year at Hammond Creek! Check out all the fun, festive, and exciting events happening this month:
📅 Dress-Up Days
Our halls are full of holiday cheer! See the full dress-up calendar for details, but here’s a quick peek:
Dec. 2–4: Pajama Days
Dec. 5: Favorite Holiday Character
Dec. 12: Holiday Headwear
Dec. 15: Tacky Christmas Sweater
Dec. 16: Light Up the Holiday — wear your brightest lights!
Dec. 17: Grinch Day
Dec. 18: Pajama Day (again!)
Dec. 19: Spirit Wear for our Pep Session!
🎶 Performances & Events
Dec. 4: HCMS Chorus Concert | 6:00 PM
Dec. 9: 7th Grade Band Concert | 6:00 PM
Dec. 11: 🌎 Night of Nations & Innovations — Explore Culture, Science & Social Studies | 5:30–7:00 PM
Dec. 19: Pep Session + Students of the Quarter Awards
🎁 Holiday Break
Dec. 19: Early Release
Dec. 22 – Jan. 5: Winter Break ❄️
Students return: Monday, Jan. 6
Let’s finish 2025 strong, celebrate our Tigers’ achievements, and spread holiday cheer all month long! ❤️💚🐾
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! 🎉
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! 🎉
SATURDAY | NOV 22
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY! 🏆
This is it — everything comes down to today! Our Tigers are heading to Kell High School to battle for the STATE TITLE. Let’s fill the stands, bring the noise, and show Georgia what Dalton pride looks like! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏈 Football – State Championship @ Kell High School
6th | 3:00 PM
7th | 5:00 PM
Leave it all on the field, Tigers — this is our moment! 🐾🔥
THURSDAY | NOV 20
A big evening ahead — gaming and basketball back-to-back! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🎮 eSports – Rocket League
Home | 4:00
🏀 Girls Basketball vs Adairsville
JV | 4:30
V | 5:45
6th | 7:00
A special thank you to our Girls Basketball sponsor, Table 43!
Your support helps our athletes continue to grow, compete, and represent Dalton with pride! ❤️🖤
Come out and support our Tigers on and off the court! 🐾
WEDNESDAY | NOV 19
It’s Game Day for our Madden players — time to take the virtual field! 💪
Schedule:
🎮 eSports – Madden
Home | 4:00
Let’s go, gamers! 🐾
📸✨ Yearbooks Are On Sale! ✨📸
Capture every memory, every laugh, and every Tiger moment! 🐾
Can you guess our theme this year?? 🌌
💰 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! 🎉
MONDAY | NOV 17
Home court advantage! Our Lady Tigers are ready to take on Calhoun — come cheer them on! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏀 Girls Basketball vs Calhoun
JV | 5:00
V | 6:15
A special thank you to this week’s Girls Basketball sponsor, Emad Home Solutions!
We appreciate your continued support of HCMS Athletics! 🐾
SATURDAY | NOV 15
A full day on the court — Tigers basketball from start to finish! 🏀
Schedule:
🏀 Basketball vs Woodland
Girls JV | 10:00 AM
Boys JV | 11:15 AM
Boys V | 1:45 PM
Girls 6th Grade | 3:00 PM
A special thank you to our Girls Basketball sponsor, Cyras Restaurant!
We appreciate your support of our student-athletes and HCMS Athletics! 🐾
Let’s pack the gym and bring the energy! ❤️🖤🐾
Join us at HCMS for a one-night-only performance you won’t want to miss!
Our talented students will create an entire showcase in just one week — beginning rehearsals on Monday, November 10, and performing Friday, November 14.
All proceeds will support students traveling to Disney World over Spring Break, where they’ll work with Disney professionals in exciting workshops focused on singing, movement, and acting — plus experience the magic of the parks!
🎟️ Tickets: $10
🍿 All ticket and concession sales go directly toward helping students fund their trip.
Get your tickets here: hcmstigertroupe.ludus.com/200501029
THURSDAY | NOV 13
A packed evening at HCMS — gaming, wrestling, and basketball all in action! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🎮 eSports – Rocket League
Home | 4:00
🤼 Wrestling – Middle School Invitational
Home | 4:30
Let’s show up and show out for our Tigers! 🐾
WEDNESDAY | NOV 12
📢 Schedule Change Alert!
The Girls Basketball game @ Red Bud has been moved to Wednesday — times have been adjusted, so please help spread the word! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🎮 eSports – Madden
Home | 4:00
🏀 Girls Basketball @ Red Bud
JV | 4:30
V | 5:45
Our teams are ready to compete — on the court and on the console! Let’s go, Tigers! 🐾
TUESDAY | NOV 11
The week kicks off in the pool as our swimmers take on McCallie and GPS! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏊 Swim vs McCallie & GPS
Away | 5:00
Let’s go, swimmers! 🐾
Join us at HCMS for a one-night-only performance you won’t want to miss!
Our talented students will create an entire showcase in just one week — beginning rehearsals on Monday, November 10, and performing Friday, November 14.
All proceeds will support students traveling to Disney World over Spring Break, where they’ll work with Disney professionals in exciting workshops focused on singing, movement, and acting — plus experience the magic of the parks!
🎟️ Tickets: $10
🍿 All ticket and concession sales go directly toward helping students fund their trip.
Get your tickets here: hcmstigertroupe.ludus.com/200501029
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! 🎉
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
