🔥 THURSDAY = XC SHOWDOWN! 🔥
Our runners are ready to leave it all on the course at The General Assembly! 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏃 Cross Country — The General Assembly
Heritage MC, Away | 4:30 (Boys), 5:00 (Girls)
Go the distance, Tigers! 🐾
🔥 WEDNESDAY = SOFTBALL SPOTLIGHT! 🔥
It’s not just game day — it’s 8th Grade Night on the diamond! Come celebrate our players and cheer them on as they take on Rome. 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
🥎 Varsity Softball vs Rome
Home | 5:00
Let’s pack the stands and make it a night to remember! 🐾
🌟 Cora Clark – 6th Grade, Base
Drive – Cora went above and beyond, teaching teammates skills they missed, giving positive feedback to perfect each movement, and even suggesting stunt ideas to fill in gaps. Her effort and leadership were essential to this week’s success!
🌟 Jacky Montoya – 7th Grade
Heart – Jacky was a true hero this past week! Not only did she work hard on her own halftime routine, she also stepped in to cover for an absent 6th grade cheerleader to assist with their stunt. We couldn’t be more grateful for her commitment and love for the sport.
🌟 Izzie Woods – 8th Grade, Base
Spirit – Izzie shined this week by keeping energy high and encouraging her teammates. She leads by example and is a true leader for her squad!
🔥 TUESDAY = DOUBLE HEADER! 🔥
Brains and birdies — it’s Academic Team and Golf on deck tonight! 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
🧠 Academic Team vs Red Bud
Home | 4:30
🏌️ Golf @ Fields Ferry
Away | 4:30
Show up and show out! 🐾
Our Book Fair kicks off September 22–26, and you’re invited to join the action!
📚 Preview the Fair & Check Out the Books Here:
👉 https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/hammondcreekmiddleschool
Why You Can’t Miss It:
Discover amazing books for all readers
Shop in person or online starting September 22
Taxes apply — but good news: 100% of donations go straight to YOUR library!
Game Plan:
Set up a Scholastic eWallet for cashless, secure shopping (perfect for parents & families to add funds!)
Invite family & friends to contribute so every reader scores big!
📅 Mark your calendar: September 22–26
🛍 Shop, preview, and support your library!
Let’s make this Book Fair a touchdown for literacy—and lots of fun along the way!
🔥 MONDAY = GAME DAY! 🔥
Big swings, big serves, and big plays — our athletes are everywhere tonight! 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏌️ Golf @ Spring Lakes
Away | 4:30
🥎 Varsity Softball vs Cartersville
Away | 4:30
🏐 JV Volleyball vs Rockmart
Home | 5:00
🏐 Varsity Volleyball vs Rockmart
Home | 6:15
Let’s cheer them on, Tigers! 🐾
Sept 9–10 – Beacon Testing
📝 Students will take Beacon Testing, our new formative assessment replacing MAP. This is a great chance to show what you know — let’s do our best, HCMS! 🚀
Sept 11 – Patriot Day
🇺🇸 Show your spirit and pride on Patriot Day by wearing red, white, and blue! Let’s fill the halls with stars and stripes. ❤️🤍💙
Sept 12 – Picture Day
📸 Smile big, Tigers! Picture Day is Friday, Sept 12. Don’t forget to dress your best! 🐾
Friday and Saturday belong to Softball as they take the field for their annual Heritage Play Game Day. ❤️🖤 Our athletes are ready to swing big, play hard, and represent with pride!
Schedule:
Softball – Heritage Play Game Day
Friday & Saturday
Let’s show up strong and fill the stands — it’s time to celebrate tradition, teamwork, and Cougar spirit! 🐾
📍 Location: HCMS Wrestling Room
⏰ Time: 3:30–5:30 PM
👨🏫 Coaches: Simpson, Carroll, & Barmore
🚌 DJHS Wrestlers: Dismiss with first wave of buses to shuttle to HCMS
🐾 HCMS Wrestlers: Dismiss to the wrestling room when prompted on the intercom
🗓 Open Mats will be held on Wednesdays & Fridays from 3:30–5:30 PM:
Sept 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
Oct 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17
🔥 The official season starts Monday, October 20th!
🔥 THURSDAY = GAME ON! 🔥
Brains and brawn are on full display tonight — with Academic Team battling it out and Football charging onto the field. ❤️🖤
Schedule:
Academic Team vs Calhoun
Away | 4:30
Football @ Red Bud
7 | 4:30
8 | 6:00
Let’s bring the pride, bring the noise, and back our teams all the way! 🐾
✨ It’s almost time! Join us for HCMS Open House, ML Parent Night, and our Title I Meeting from 5:00–6:30 PM. Come see your teachers, explore classrooms, and connect with our school community!
🔥 WEDNESDAY = GAME ON! 🔥
It’s a busy night on the diamond, the court, and the course — our athletes are ready to leave it all out there in red & black. 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
V Softball vs Red Bud
Away | 4:30
JV Softball vs Red Bud
Away | After V
XC Roadrunner Classic
Home | 5:15
JV Volleyball vs Red Bud
Away | 5:00
V Volleyball vs Red Bud
Away | 6:15
Let’s bring the energy and cheer them on every step, swing, and serve! 🐾
🥎 Softball Athletes of the Week! 🥎
🌟 Sophie Chavarria – 6th Grade, Catcher #24
Sophie is an exceptional athlete with a work ethic that exceeds many. In our last game against Adairsville, she made multiple plays that were truly worthy of recognition.
🌟 Genesis Debora – 7th Grade, Pitcher #13
Genesis has been the heart of our pitching staff this year while also carrying an impressive batting average above .500.
🌟 Melanie Moya – 8th Grade, Center Field #10
Melanie pushes herself and her teammates daily. She’s being recognized this week for her clutch walk-off hit against Woodland that sealed a thrilling 7–6 victory!
Let’s hear it for these outstanding athletes and their contributions on and off the field! 👏🐾❤️🖤
🔥 TUESDAY = GAME ON! 🔥
It’s a packed lineup with action on the course, in the classroom, and on the court. ❤️🖤 From golf swings to quick thinking to volleys at the net, our teams are ready to compete! 💪
Schedule:
Golf @ Elks Club
Away | 4:30
Academic Team vs Adairsville
Away | 4:30
6th Volleyball vs Lakeview
Away | 5:00
JV Volleyball vs Lakeview
Away | 6:15
Let’s bring the support from start to finish — Red & Black, all the way! 🐾
📌 No school on Monday, September 1. Enjoy the holiday!
🔥 SATURDAY = FULL THROTTLE! 🔥
From the trails to the turf, it’s a packed Saturday of competition! 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏃 Cross Country — Hurricane Alley Invt.
Girls | 8:00 AM Boys | 8:20 AM
🏈 Football @ Blessed Trinity
8th | 11:30 AM 6th | 1:30 PM
Dalton athletes everywhere — let’s go! 🐾
📅 What’s Happening This September at HCMS
Here’s a look at important dates for this month:
Sept 1 – Labor Day Holiday (No School)
Sept 4 – HCMS Open House & ML Parent Night & Title I Meeting | 5:00–6:30
Sept 9–10 – Beacon Testing (Formative Testing replacing MAP assessments)
Sept 11 – Patriot Day 🇺🇸 Wear Red, White, and Blue!
Sept 12 – Picture Day!
Sept 15–19 – Homecoming Week 🎉
Sept 17 – Constitution Day 🇺🇸
Sept 19 – Early Release | 11:30
Sept 22 – Virtual Learning Day (students will work on Canvas)
Sept 22–26 – Book Fair 📚
Stay connected:
🔗 HCMS Website: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/o/HCMS
🔗 DPS Academic Calendars: https://www.daltonpublicschools.com/page/academic-calendars
🔥 WEDNESDAY = HOME COURT PROTECTORS! 🔥
Woodland’s in town, and we’ve got back-to-back volleyball battles at home! 💪❤️🖤
Schedule:
🏐 JV Volleyball vs Woodland
Home | 5:00
🏐 Varsity Volleyball vs Woodland
Home | 6:15
Let’s pack the gym! 🐾
🎶 Jumpstart Night is here! 🎶
📅 Thursday, August 28
📌 Mandatory event for all 6th Grade band students
Students will stay after school from 3:00–7:30 PM to learn:
✨ Instrument assembly
✨ Maintenance
✨ Their first 5 notes!
🎤 Family & Friends — join us in the theater at 7:00 PM for a special performance showcasing what our students have learned! 💛🖤
#HCMSBand #TigerPride #JumpstartNight
✨ Sideline Cheer — Jocelyn Ojeda (6th Grade, Flyer) ✨
When the team hit a snag with a stunt, Jocelyn didn’t hesitate to step up and speak out. Her quick thinking and confidence helped us fix the issue and keep things moving forward. Way to show true leadership, Jocelyn! 💪🐾
