Important News
ASVAB Test (1/15/19)
Thu, 12/13/2018 - 8:28am
Hammond will be offering ASVAB the morning of Tuesday, January 15th. All students whether they are planning to seek employment, enter military service or further education at a college or university, are welcome to take advantage of this great opportunity. The results can help students with course selection during the rest of their high school years, as well as offer alternative opportunities for post-high school. If interested, students can pick up a permission slip from either Student Services of Ms. Fitzpatrick (Room 608). Any questions can be directed to Ms. Fitzpatrick as well!
National Honor Society Induction (Now 12/13)
Wed, 12/12/2018 - 8:23am
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony (Rescheduled): Thurs. 12/13 at 7pm Hammond High School's National Honor Society looks forward to inducting its 60 new members this Thursday, December 13th at 7pm in the auditorium. State Senator Guy Guzzone will be joining us as the keynote speaker. We look forward to celebrating our new members along with their friends and family!
Empty Bowls 3/22
Mon, 12/10/2018 - 8:37am
Information on Hammond's Empty Bowls night to benefit Grassroots
Cinderella News
Mon, 12/10/2018 - 8:36am
Tech Crew Info Meeting for Cinderella: Wednesday, December 19th, 2:20-3:00pm Join us if you'd like to work behind the scenes to make the magic happen for our show! We need students to help with set building, lighting, sound, costumes, props and makeup! No experience is necessary and students can earn service hours.
ACT/SAT Winter Prep
Wed, 12/05/2018 - 8:29am
Is Your College-Bound Student Taking the SAT or ACT Soon? Improve your test scores and your chances to earn scholarship money for college! Register Today for Comprehensive and Convenient In-Person SAT and/or ACT Prep at Hammond High School! The Answer Class helps students gain confidence in their test-taking abilities and teaches tips and strategies on timing, guessing, and scoring. Over 97% of former students say they would recommend The Answer Class to a friend! Winter SAT Prep at Hammond HS: T/Th Feb. 26 & 28 from 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Regular Tuition is only $159/class OR $249 for the SAT/ACT combination package. Early bird Discount! Register at least one week ahead of your course and save $10! Register today at: https://theanswerclass.com/
Winter Music Concerts
Thu, 11/29/2018 - 8:25am
Music Department Winter Concerts The Hammond Music Department is excited to invite everyone to their Winter Concert December 11! The concert starts at 7pm and feature over 280 Hammond students. The second concert includes the Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, Chamber Choir, Treble Choir, Concert Choir, and A Cappella groups. Tickets are $5 and the same ticket gets you into both concerts!
Hammond Boosters Gala - 3/15/19
Wed, 11/28/2018 - 8:31am
It’s time to start planning for the Boosters annual GALA that will be held Friday, March 15th at The Great Room in Savage Mill. If you would like to join the committee and all the fun we are going to have planning, please join us! Questions? Contact, Tracy Johnson trac635@hotmail.com
G/T Advanced Research Program’s Information Night 12/17
Wed, 11/28/2018 - 8:30am
Are you interested in having your student apply to the Independent Research Program or the Intern-Mentor Program? Both courses offer unique opportunities for students to learn about research and to complete a research project based on a topic of their choice. IR students stay in school and work with an advisor in their field of interest as well as the G/T Resource Teacher. Mentor students leave the building for a 5 hour/week on-site experience. Both classes must complete a final research project. Enrollment is limited and based on application information, teacher recommendations and transcripts. Applications are available outside the G/T Resource Room in the back of the Media Center. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! Learn more about Independent Research and the Intern/Mentor Program: Independent Research and Intern/Mentor Information Night Monday, December 17, 2018, 6:30-7:30 P.M., in HHS Cafeteria For any questions regarding the information night, contact G/T Resource Teacher, Ms. April Lerner at April_Lerner@hcpss.org Differentiate yourself from others applying to the same college or university.
Senior Portrait Schedule
Tue, 11/20/2018 - 8:03am
SENIOR PORTRAIT SCHEDULE NOW AVAILABLE! 2019 Senior Portrait Make Up appointment dates/times are now available. Please view the following schedule to see when your appointment time will be: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1c_yzYkgm3LLKogx7vg3Zh6FItGaaqbRYdxA2YrdZn6Q/edit?usp=sharing You will be scheduled during the school day on Thursday, November 29th, Friday, November 30th, or Monday, December 3rd. The schedule will also be posted outside the auditorium and outside the media center. If you cannot make your appointment, please contact Lifetouch customer service ASAP to reschedule. You can call at 410-644-7700 or email at UCAnswers@lifetouch.com.
Cinderella Auditions
Tue, 11/20/2018 - 8:02am
CINDERELLA AUDITIONS All Hammond students are invited to audition for "Cinderella" (the Broadway version). The show performs March 14-16, 2019 and auditions begin on Tuesday, November 27. All the required paperwork can be found at: https://www.hammondhightheatre.org/cinderella Any student who is academically eligible from quarter 1 is welcome to audition. All auditioning students must attend the choreography audition on 11/27 from 2:30-4:30pm and then sign up for a half hour time slot on 11/28 or 11/29 to sing a short section of a "Cinderella" song. The Sign Up Genius can be accessed through the link above and the accompaniment tracks are on the website as well. Hard copies of paperwork are also available in the drama room. Please email Mrs. Tobiason if you have any questions at LTobiason@hcpss.org.