Our 7th Grade Band is ready to wow you with their winter performance!
🎺 When: Tuesday, December 9 | 6:00 PM
📍 Where: HCMS
Come support our young musicians as they showcase their talent and dedication with a festive evening of music. It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
TUESDAY | DEC 9
Back on the mats! Our wrestlers hit the home floor tonight in a tri-match showdown. Time to bring the intensity! 💪🤼
Schedule:
Wrestling vs Calhoun & Rome
Home | 4:30
Let’s go, Tigers!
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.
MONDAY | DEC 8
📢 Schedule Update:
The 6th Grade GIRLS game has been canceled by Cass due to illness.
A massive Monday on the court! Both Boys and Girls Basketball take on Cass — home AND away — with games stacked all evening long. Let’s kick off the week with some Tiger energy! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
Boys Basketball vs Cass
Away
JV | 4:30
V | 5:45
6th | 7:00
Girls Basketball vs Cass
Home
JV | 4:30
V | 5:45
Bring the noise, Tiger fans! 🐾
SAT | DEC 6
A massive Saturday for HCMS! From the pool to the court, our athletes are everywhere! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏊 Swim – Winter Invitational
DHS | 11:00 AM
🏀 6th Grade Basketball vs Coosa
Home (HCMS)
Girls | 11:00 AM
Boys | 12:15 PM
🏀 Basketball vs Rockmart
Home (DJHS)
JV Boys | 10:00 AM
V Boys | 11:15 PM
Clear your Saturday — there’s nonstop Tiger action all day long! 🔥🐾
FRI | DEC 5
Wrestling is back on the road to close out the week — time to keep that momentum rolling! 💥
🚨 LOCATION CHANGE 🚨
Schedule:
🤼 Wrestling Tri-Match vs. Eastbrook/Gladden
Location: Dalton High School
Time: 5:30 PM
This match has been moved from Hammond Creek at DHS’s request.
THURS | DEC 4
Basketball takes over Thursday — home AND away! Big night for both squads! 🏀🔥
Schedule:
Girls Basketball vs Rome
Away | JV 5:00 | V 6:15
Boys Basketball vs Rome
Home (DHS) | JV 5:00 | V 6:15
Bring the noise, Tiger fans! 🐾
Join us for an evening of beautiful music as our talented HCMS Chorus takes the stage!
🎤 When: Thursday, December 4 | 6:00 PM
📍 Where: HCMS
Celebrate the season with the incredible voices of our students and the hard work they’ve put into their performance. Let’s fill the room with music, joy, and Tiger pride!
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! ❤️🖤🐾
