Important News

Did you miss Career Academy Shadow Days in November? The ARL will hold another set of shadow days in January. Sophomores wanting more information about the academies at the ARL have an opportunity to experience the classes first hand. Shadow Days are scheduled as follows: January 8: AM Programs – Agricultural Science, Architecture, Automotive, Cybersecurity Operations, Graphic Design, PLTW –…

The Hammond High School FIRST Lego League Robotics Tournament is being held at Hammond on Saturday December 14th. We need adults and students to help out with judging, score keeping, check-in and concessions. It is a great time with elementary and middle school students coming from all around the county to participate. If you have the time we'd appreciate your…

Auditions for "The Addams Family" begin on Tuesday, 12/3. All students interested should pick up audition paperwork from the drama room or access it at https://www.hammondhightheatre.org/addams-family All students auditioning must attend a vocal audition on 12/3 (individual sign up online required) and the dance audition on 12/6. Students must also complete the audition form and two teacher recommendations. Contact Mrs…

The audition information meeting for students interested in performing in "The Addams Family" with the Theatre department will be held on Thursday, 11/21 from 2:15-2:45pm in the drama room. Audition packets will be available at this meeting and song cuts for auditions will be provided. All information will be shared on hammondhightheatre.org after the meeting.

The Annual Canned Food Drive to benefit the Bread of Life Food Pantry in Savage is underway. Bring your non-perishable food items to your First Period class from now through Friday, November 22. Let's make this year's Canned Food Drive better than last year. A Chick-fil-A breakfast will be provided for the top 3 First Period classes, based on your…

The Annual Canned Food Drive to benefit the Bread of Life Food Pantry in Savage is underway. Bring your non-perishable food items to your First Period class from now through Friday, November 22. Let's make this year's Canned Food Drive better than last year. A Chick-fil-A breakfast will be provided for the top 3 First Period classes, based on your…

The Sociedad Honoria Hispánica, the Spanish National Honor Society, is now accepting applications for membership. Students enrolled in Spanish 3 or higher with an overall GPA of at least 3.4 are encouraged to apply. Please see the application for other requirements. For additional information, please contact Mrs. Carter-Lane at stacey_lane@hcpss.org. The deadline for applications is Friday, Nov. 22. Click here…

Attention Class of 2020: Cap/Gown/Ring/Announcement packets were distributed during Bear Time on 11/6/19. You may order caps and gowns at a DISCOUNTED rate, in-person at Hammond high school during all lunch shifts on Monday 11/11, Tuesday 11/12, and at the senior fair on Wednesday 11/13. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. The cost for a cap, gown, and tassel…

Underclassmen (Grades 9-11) Picture Day MAKE UPS are scheduled for Friday, November 15th in the auditorium. Students who have not yet taken a picture should take their portrait on this date during their English class. Photographers will be at Hammond from 7:30-12. If your English class is 5th or 6th period, please make arrangements with another teacher to attend before…

The Alpha Achievers membership application are available. Male students with a 3.0 GPA (or better) unweighted ,are eligible to apply. Download the membership application and return it to Mrs. Blossom in the main office by Thursday, November 14, 2019. There will be an interest meeting for all current Alpha Achievers and interested potential members Friday, November 8, 2019 during period…