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HPMS Family Bulletin - 10/16/2026

Posted Date: 10/16/26 (03:15 PM)
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A sunny autumn scene featuring a sandy beach, blue water, and bright yellow trees under a clear blue sky, overlaid with a blue banner reading 'HPMS FAMILY BULLETIN OCTOBER 16, 2026'.

In this Issue...

  • Week at a Glance
  • Important Dates - Looking Ahead
  • Fall Fundraiser Update
  • Counselors
  • Athletics
  • Resource Assistance
  • PTO - Register for HMPS Night Out @ the Mukilteo YMCA!
  • Attendance Information
  • Good to Know
  • Volunteering
  • HP Information
 

WEEK AT A GLANCE

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19

Clubs, 2:50-3:50
Crochet Club, W118
Minecraft Club, W208
Sports Club - Volleyball, Gym

Softball @ Alderwood MS, 4:00
 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20

Clubs, 2:50-3:50
Basketball Club, Blacktop/Weight Rm
Chess Club, W210
Culture Club, W208
Sports Club - Volleyball, Gym
Student Faith & Fellowship Club, N211
 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21

Clubs, 2:50-3:50
Drama Club, Commons
Drawing Club, W102
Game Adaptation Club, W103
Guitar Club, W202
Newspaper Club, Library

Football @ Explorer MS, 4:00
Softball @ Explorer MS, 4:00
 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22

Clubs, 2:50-3:50
Basketball Club, Blacktop/Weight Rm
QSA Club, N202

Cross Country - Mukilteo District Meet @ Explorer MS, 4:00
 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23

LIT Dismissal, 1:30

HP PTO YMCA Night Out, 8:30-10:30 - MUST be registered to attend (see more info below)
 

IMPORTANT DATES - LOOKING AHEAD!

October
  • 26-30 - Spirit Week
  • 26 - Softball vs. Meadowdale MS, 4:00
  • 27 - Girls Soccer Meeting, 2:50, Commons
  • 28 - Cross Country - Sno-King Championship Meet @ Shoreline Stadium, 4:00
  • 28 - Football @ Olympic View MS, 4:00
  • 28 - Softball vs. Olympic View MS, 4:00
  • 29 - Hawk Pride Assembly
  • 29 - Cross Country End of Season Party, 2:50, Gym
  • 29 - Football End of Season Party, 2:50, Commons

November
  • 2 - Soccer STARTS, 3:00, Field
  • 3 - HP PTO Staff Appreciation, Lunches
  • 4 - Boys Basketball STARTS, 6:30am, Gym
  • 4 - Volleyball STARTS, 3:00, Gym
  • 5 - 7th ASB, Lunch
 

HPMS FALL FUNDRAISER

📈💥We Reached Our Goal... and Then Some!

The results are in, and we're excited to share that our fall fundraiser surpassed our $50,000 goal! 🎉 

Reaching this milestone is a tremendous accomplishment and a testament to the generosity of our Harbour Pointe community. Throughout the campaign, families, friends, and supporters came together to invest in opportunities that will benefit our students throughout the year.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who donated, shared our fundraiser, encouraged participation, and helped make this campaign a success. Every contribution, large or small, played a part in helping us cross the finish line.

A special congratulations to our top student fundraiser Alexa A., who earned the opportunity to be Principal for the Day, and to our top fundraising class, Mr. Pollard's 2nd period, who will enjoy a Donut Party!

Thank you for helping make this year's fundraiser such a success. We are proud of what we accomplished together and excited for the opportunities these funds will provide for our Hawks. 💙💛🐦
 

SPIRIT WEEK - 10/26-10/30

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MEET OUR COUSELING INTERN!

Hey Harbour Pointe Families,

We are excited to let you know that we have a counseling intern here at HP this year! Below is a little bit about her: 

Hello! My name is Ms. April, and I am excited to be serving as the school counseling intern at Harbour Pointe Middle School and Columbia Elementary this year. I will be working with students across all grade levels and supporting our counseling program throughout the school year. You may see me in classrooms, small groups, or individual meetings with students, and families may occasionally hear from me as I work alongside our counseling team to support student success and well-being.

I am honored to be learning from four of the best school counselors: Mr. Noble, Mrs. Francisco, Mr. Fleming, and Mrs. Pahre at Columbia. While I am here to learn and grow during my internship, I also want to be as supportive and helpful as possible, so please do not hesitate to reach out. I will often be in the Student Services Office, but when I am not, you can usually find me in Room N201F in the 6th-grade hallway.

Thank you for welcoming me to HP! I am excited to get to know the students, staff, and families of the Harbour Pointe community and look forward to a wonderful school year.

2026-2027 Counselors:

 

2026-27 ATHLETICS

Athlete of the Week

HP Coaches select "Athletes of the Week" based on student-athletes demonstrating the following attributes on and off the field:
  • Hard working
  • Demonstrates Leadership
  • Team commitment
  • Positive attitude
  • Coachable
  • Helps make their teammates better players
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CONGRATULATIONS HAWKS!

  • Cross Country: Aryan Tabatabaei & Polly Dashevskiy
  • Softball: Riley Parker 
  • Football: Connor Maxwell 
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How do I sign my HP student up for sports?

  • Register online — go to the HP school website and click on “Athletics” and complete the online registration in Final Forms (parent & student portions)
  • Sports Physical — Submit a sports physical (good for 2 years)
  • ASB — Purchase an ASB membership ($15)
HP Sports & Athletics
 

RESOURCE ASSISTANCE

Raylin Lucey with dreadlocks and a beard smiles warmly while wearing glasses.

Raylin Lucey - Student Support Advocate

Mr. Lucey helps students and families connect with resources such as food, clothing, housing, bill assistance, mental health support, health insurance, documentation, and more. He is also available as a safe person to talk with and to help connect families to community supports.

 
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HPMS NIGHT OUT @ MUKILTEO YMCA

A vibrant neon-style flyer announces HPMS Night Out at Mukilteo YMCA on Fri Oct 23, from 8:30-10:30pm.
  • Sponsored by the HPMS PTO, meaning, this is FREE for all current HPMS students (sorry, siblings that are not current HPMS students are not permitted). 
  • YMCA rules for Night Out events require parents/guardians to physically come inside to the front desk and check your child/children out at the end of the night
Register to Attend

HAVE YOU JOINED THE PTO YET?

Your membership directly funds and supports programs, social events, and resources that enhance the middle school experience for all students.

PTO membership offers early-access to Student Fun Nights, and Exclusive Volunteer Opportunities!

New this year - “Pay what you can” memberships. Inclusion is what matters most. Join at whatever level works best for you.
HPMS PTO Registration Form
Volunteer for Hawk's Nest
HP PTO Website
HP PTO Facebook
 
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Attendance

Attendance is an important factor in your child’s success in their education journey! That said, we are aware that sometimes it is unavoidable to miss school. While there are many reasons students may be absent, there is only ONE thing you need to do when it happens:

Please be sure to contact the attendance office by phone or email, 24hrs a day to report your student’s absence. Include your child’s name, grade, and reason for missing school. 425.366.5105, or HPAttendance@mukilteo.wednet.edu

If you know in advance that your student will be absent for one day or more, please complete the prearranged absence form at this LINK, or find it in another language on the district website. Be sure to choose the middle school option from the list of choices.

Thank you for helping us keep our attendance records accurate!

Absences

If your student is absent, it is important to excuse the absence by doing one of the following: 

  1. A written note from the parent/guardian for an excused absence must be received within two school days following a return to school. Administrators may request doctor’s verification for excessive absences.  
  2. A phone call from the parent or guardian if a student will be absent. Email HPAttendance@mukilteo.wednet.edu or call the 24-hour attendance line at 425-366-5105. When returning from an absence, a student should always get an “Admit to Class” pass from Student Services. Give this pass to your teacher. If the parent phoned in earlier, or if the student brings a signed excuse, the absence is excused. To avoid having the absence recorded as unexcused; students have one additional day after returning to school to bring a signed note from a parent or guardian. 

Pre-Arranged Absences

We would like to remind you that for vacation/travel absences, a Pre-Arranged Absence Form must be filled out and returned to Student Services at least one week prior to travel. If you know that your student will be absent, please ask them to get a form from the Student Services office. Your student will need to bring the form to each of their classes for teacher signatures, then collect a parent's signature before returning it to Student Services for administrator consideration. 

Early Pick-Up Procedure

Regular attendance is crucial for students' academic success. We encourage families not to schedule appointments during school hours, although we understand that it may be unavoidable at times. If you need to pick up your student early from school, we require some time to retrieve them from their class. Kindly notify us at least ONE DAY PRIOR by calling (425) 366-5105, or emailing HPAttendance@mukilteo.wednet.edu with:
  • Your student's name
  • Date & time of student's pick up
  • Reason for leaving school early
Provided with sufficient advance notice for pick-up, we will have your student waiting for you at Student Services at the specified time, saving you from waiting.

(More information can be found in our handbook online.)
 

GOOD TO KNOW

My Ride K-12 App

Do you want to know real-time information about your student’s bus route? Download the My Ride K-12 App!

📲 How to download the app:
  • Download My Ride K-12 from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
  • Search and select your specific school district inside the app.
  • Register or sign up using your email address and password.
  • Tap to add student within the dashboard.
  • Input your child's unique Student ID, last name, and date of birth.
  • Turn notifications ON in your phone settings to receive live delay alerts and bus stop changes.

ParentSquare App

If you haven’t already, we encourage you to download the ParentSquare app on your phone. The Mukilteo School District uses ParentSquare as our communication platform for district, school, and classroom updates.
ParentSquare makes it easy and secure for principals, teachers, staff, and families to share information, pictures, files, calendars, volunteer opportunities, and much more—all in one place!

📲 How to download the app:
  • Search for “ParentSquare” in the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
  • Download the app and log in using the email or phone number you provided to the school.

By activating your account, you’ll be able to:
  • Choose how you receive updates—instantly or in a daily 6 p.m. digest
  • Communicate in your preferred language
  • Comment on school posts and engage with your school community
  • Send direct messages to teachers and staff (with translation support)
  • Sign up for family-teacher conferences
  • Complete forms and permission slips online
  • …and much more!

ParentSquare Calendar Tip

Did you know you can add calendar events to your device's calendar? From the ParentSquare mobile app, go to the "events" icon. Dates with activities are shown with a circle around the date. Click on a date and then click the event. You have the option to add it to your device's calendar so you'll remember important events even when you're not checking ParentSquare.

From the desktop version of ParentSquare, click on the calendar tab on the left of your screen. You have the option to subscribe to the calendar, download the events, (and import to a personal calendar), or print the calendar by month.

Scent Awareness

Scented products can trigger serious health reactions in people with asthma, bronchitis, migraines, allergies or chemical sensitivities. Please remind your students to maintain a healthy environment for everyone by not spraying scented products while at school.
A sign reads 'Notice Fragrance Free Zone' with a red circle and slash through a perfume bottle.
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MSD Online Payment Portal

If your student is participating in clubs, sports, Band, Choir, or Orchestra, they must purchase a $15.00 ASB membership. If you purchased your PE clothes online, please see our Bookkeeper, located in the Great Hall. Yearbooks will be distributed at then end of the school year.

DO YOUR STUDENTS OWE FEES AND FINES?
Please check if your students have fees and fines. There might be charges for lost/damaged books, club fees, or athletic uniforms that were not returned. Any fines and fees carryover from year to year. It’s best to clear these up now. Please click HERE or scan the QR code to check your student’s account.

Activity Bus Info

  •  Students must be a regular bus rider (live within the school bus boundaries)
  • There is one Activity Bus.
  • Students need to know their address.
  • There are limited stops on the route, so it may not be your child's regular stop but somewhat close in proximity, although they may have to walk a bit more to their home.
  • Students may ask the bus drivers to find out which bus they should take and what stop they should get off.
  • This is NOT your student's regular bus route. Depending on when your student's stop is, they could arrive home after 5:00PM.
  • The Activity Bus will leave at 4:10PM from the front of the school.
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Deliveries for Students

Items to be delivered to a student during the school day may be placed on the appropriate grade-level shelf located inside the Main Entrance for student pick-up at passing or lunchtime. Please make sure food items arrive in time for a student’s lunch; we cannot guarantee they will have time to eat it otherwise. 

Staff is not responsible for deliveries or messages unless there is an emergency. Flowers, balloons, and special food treats are not permitted at school due to disruption of learning.  

Snacks

Thanks to the generosity of the PTO, we are able to maintain a stock of snacks for students who need extra nourishment during day. As the school year has gotten started, we have seen more and more students getting snacks. We’re especially seeing our sixth graders getting snacks in the afternoon, probably because their lunch time is so early in the day. If families are able, we encourage them to pack extra snacks for their students so that we can maintain the supply for students in need.

If your family needs assistance with food, clothing, or other basic needs, please reach out to Raylin Lucey, the Student Support Advocate at Harbour Pointe Middle School. You can contact him through the SSA Referral Form or by emailing luceyrj@mukilteo.wednet.edu. He is here to connect you with local resources that may be able to provide support.
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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS

Please click on the link below for school lunch menus:
MSD Menus
 
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HP INFORMATION

  • Harbour Pointe Office Hours 7:30am-4:00pm
  • Doors open for students at 7:35am
  • Office phone: 425-366-5100
  • School Hours - Monday-Thursday - 8:05am-2:45pm, LIT Fridays - 8:05am-1:30pm
  • Attendance phone number is (425) 366-5105 or email HPattendance@mukilteo.wednet.edu
 
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Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Robert Gallagher (425-356-1300), gallagherrm@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), andersonra@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), moosekerkw@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) allenwr@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.