Here at HP we have many different opportunities for students to engage in activities outside the school day. Did you know: Studies have shown that students who participate in extracurricular activities are more engaged in school and have better grades.

Associated Student Body (ASB)

The ASB is a student-led group that represents the student body, manages student funds, and organizes school activities and events. Without the ASB, we wouldn’t be able to offer the breadth of activities we do!

The ASB is led by the Cabinet, which includes an elected president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. Elections are held each spring for current 6^th and 7^th graders to run for the ASB Cabinet. ASB Cabinet members are scheduled into a yearlong leadership class as an elective. The ASB meets regularly to approve expenditures of ASB funds and to discuss student life at our school.   In the fall, each grade level elects Senators to attend monthly ASB meetings during lunch time to represent student interests for grade level activities.

There is one big fundraiser each fall to raise money for student activities. Money earned through the fundraiser supports non-curricular school activities for all students including school parties, intramurals and clubs, sports equipment and uniforms, WEB (6^th grade transition program), Field Day and subsidizing yearbook purchases. It also supports the spring musical and music department entry fees and trips. 

ASB Membership

Students who participate in sports, music, or afterschool clubs and activities must have ASB membership which can be purchased through our online payment system or at school through HP’s bookkeeper. 

Assemblies

Throughout the year we have assemblies in the gym.  Several times a year we have pep and recognitions assemblies, organized by the Leadership class and ASB Cabinet.  We also have educational or inspirational assemblies.

At assemblies, proper behavior is expected. Earbuds and cell phones are not allowed. Students are expected to listen when others are speaking, respect presenters by applauding when appropriate, refrain from stomping their feet or booing, enter and exit the gym safely, stay seated until their row is dismissed, and use the aisles to exit, not the seats.

There are some events where parents and family members may attend. Any visitors must check in at the main office and siblings attending assemblies must be always accompanied by an adult guardian.

Clubs

There are many clubs at Harbour Pointe Middle School to serve a diversity of student interests.  Club activity begins in October and offerings vary year to year. Examples of clubs that have been available are Intramurals, Chess Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club, National Junior Honor Society, QSA Club, a Culture Club, and Drawing Club.  There is a Spring Musical production which involves many students in its production.  To participate in a club or the musical, students must be enrolled at Harbour Pointe Middle School.

Club existence from year to year depends on student interest and the availability of an adult advisor. If you and some friends have a special interest, talk to the Activities Coordinator about forming a club.  Students who participate in club activities need to purchase ASB membership.

National Junior Honor Society

NJHS is a prestigious academic organization.  Membership is based upon the Five Pillars of Excellence: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Character, and Citizenship.  Students with a 3.9 GPA for 8^th grade and a 3.8 GPA for 7^th grade are invited.  Qualifying participants prepare school wide recognition for students, participate in community-based services, and create a positive influence within the academic setting. 

Sports    

Mukilteo School District students in 7^th and 8^th grades are eligible to turn out for interscholastic athletics at the middle school level, and there are a few sports opportunities for 6^th grade students.  It is our aim to complement an excellent academic program with top notch athletic opportunities.  Each season there are opportunities for both boys and girls to participate.  Team practices are held before and after school and players need to arrange their own ride home after practices. An activity bus is available for all students after school and leaves at 4pm Monday-Thursday (no bus on Fridays).

To participate in interscholastic activities, each participant must:

• Complete sports registration forms which include a physical form signed by a physician, a parent permission form, proof of medical insurance (insurance may be purchased—see Main Office staff or Athletic Director for more information), an emergency information card, and a signed Harbour Pointe Athletic Code of Conduct. All required forms are accessed via Harbour Pointe’s website, then click on “Athletics & Activities.” All necessary athletic registration information is submitted via Final Forms—follow the link, “Online Registration” on the HP athletic website to get to the Final Forms submission page. Final Forms allows parents and guardians to input proof of insurance, parent permission, emergency information, sport specific rules, and Athletic code of conduct. The only hard copy form needed is the sports physical. Sports physicals are valid for 2 years.
• Pass 5 of 6 classes; grade checks will be conducted monthly starting in October.
• Purchase an ASB membership.

Sports Seasons

WEB – Where Everybody Belongs

WEB is a program where 8^th graders lead welcoming and orientation activities for 6^th graders at the beginning of the year and several times during the year. Each spring, there is an application process for current 7^th graders to apply to become WEB leaders the following school year. Selected 8^th graders will mentor groups of 6^th graders, teaching them how to be successful middle school students.