Joseph Hellems

What’s recently happened? Hammond Central High School (HCHS) celebrated a new milestone on February 27 by hosting its first “Stepping into the Den” Color Guard Competition. The event welcomed both the HCHS Wolf Battalion and the East Chicago …

What’s recently happened? Hammond Central High School (HCHS) is flying with pride following the recent recognition of its talented visual arts students. A total of 51 students from the Hammond Arts and Performance Academy (HAPA) recently achieved national …

What’s recently happened? Hammond Central High School (HCHS) reopened its doors to students on Tuesday, January 6, following Winter Break. While the time off allowed students and staff to rest, recharge, and spend time with family, returning to the daily …

What’s recently happened? Hammond Central High School (HCHS) has had a meaningful and eventful November filled with moments of achievement and creativity. On November 3, several HCHS students had the opportunity to attend the 14th annual Indiana Latino …

What’s recently happened? The past month at Hammond Central High School (HCHS) has been filled with celebration, creativity, and school pride. From honoring cultural heritage to recognizing academic excellence, students and staff have come together to …

What’s recently happened? Homecoming Week brought a wave of excitement to Hammond Central High School (HCHS) as students and staff came together to celebrate school pride. The week of September 22-26 featured themed Spirit Days that encouraged students to …

What’s recently happened? Hammond schools started school on August 13. The start of the school year can be rough for not just students, but staff and parents, especially given that school begins at 7:15 a.m. One of the most important steps to take is to …

What’s recently happened? This July, Hammond residents gathered to celebrate a month filled with patriotic pride, cultural traditions, and community connection. On July 3, the City of Hammond held its annual Independence Day Celebration at the Wolf Lake …

What’s recently happened? This June, the Wolf Lake Memorial Park Pavilion (PAV) was filled with music and milestones as it hosted a range of community events. On June 14, the city hosted its first concert in the Summer Concert Series of the year. The Summer …