SATURDAY | DEC 13
A full-day basketball takeover in Cartersville! From JV to Varsity to 6th grade, our Tigers are ready to battle on the road! 🏀🔥
Schedule:
Basketball Teams vs Cartersville
@ Cartersville
Girls JV | 10:00 AM
Boys JV | 11:15 AM
Girls V | 12:30 PM
Boys V | 1:45 PM
Boys 6th | 3:00 PM
Let’s travel strong and cheer loud! 🐾
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.
Top off the week with some festive flair! Break out your Santa hats, reindeer antlers, or elf ears and show your holiday spirit.
THURSDAY | DEC 11
Tonight is all about grit and teamwork — wrestling on the mats and our swim team hitting the water! Let’s bring the support! 💥
Schedule:
Wrestling vs North Whitfield & Valley Point
Home | 4:30
Swim vs Nooga
@ DHS | 5:30
Go Tigers — in the gym and in the pool! 🖤❤️
Celebrate who you are, where your family comes from, and the traditions that make you you! ❤️
Here are some fun ways to participate:
👕 Wear colors or patterns from your culture
🏳️ A shirt representing your country, state, or community
⚽ Sports jerseys from your heritage
🧣 Cultural accessories like scarves, beads, or hats
👗 Clothing that represents your family traditions or identity
This day is all about pride, respect, and celebrating our diversity.
Please avoid costumes or items that stereotype a culture — we want everyone to feel seen, valued, and represented. 💫
We can’t wait to see how our Tigers share their stories and heritage! 🐾
WEDNESDAY | DEC 10
A stacked Wednesday — wrestling AND double basketball at home! Lots of ways to cheer on our Tigers! ❤️🖤
Schedule:
JV Wrestling vs North Whitfield
Home | 4:30
Boys Basketball vs Adairsville
Home (DJHS)
JV | 4:30
V | 5:45
6th | 7:00
Girls Basketball vs Ocoee
Home (DHS)
JV | 4:30
V | 5:45
6th | 7:00
A huge thank you to our Girls Basketball sponsor, Magnolia Women’s Health!
Your support means so much to our athletes and our school community. 🐾
Pack the stands — it’s a full house tonight! 🐾
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! 🎉
