Special Activities
Service Learning: Service learning asks students to apply their skills and knowledge to address needs in their own communities and is an important part of the middle school program. Many elementary teachers incorporate service learning projects into their classroom as well.
ASB (Associated Student Body): Students in the Middle School are able to join ASB, whereby they’re responsible for organizing and hosting a variety of events through the year, such as dances, the welcome night, and more. They meet all year long at lunchtime with our Vice Principal.
T.A. program: 8th Grade students may apply for a teacher’s assistant (T.A.) position, and must submit a schedule change request.
Music: Most students at Salmon Bay have the opportunity to experience instrumental music. Many elementary classes learn to play marimba. Starting in the 4th grade, elementary students also have the opportunity to join the school district’s instrumental music program, where they can learn to play instruments such as flute, clarinet, violin and cello. Middle school students can participate in band, and the middle school marimba group. Before and after school programs, such as jazz band and marimba are also available to Middle School students.
Other Special Activities: Salmon Bay students and their parents have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of special activities. Some programs are limited to elementary or middle school participants and others are open to all K-8. Activities may vary year to year, watch the weekly bulletin for details. Activities have included:
- Friday Sing (Elementary)
- Science Fair (Elementary)
- Service Learning
- Music
- Shakespeare
- Gay Straight Alliance (Middle School)
- Reading Buddies (Elementary)
- Sports offerings(Middle School)
- Lantern Celebration (Elementary)
- Banking Program
MSOT – Middle School Out of School Time: The Middle School Out of School Time program provides free after school programs, funded by the 2005 Families and Education Levy. Programs cover academic support, visual and performing arts, sports and others, and are provided by school staff and various community-based organizations. Students pre-register and can participate once their registration form is submitted.
Middle School Winter Enrichment Program: The Winter Enrichment Program has been designed as a supplement to our Middle School curriculum, with the goal of connecting every student to learning activities that interest him/her. The program is an extension of our school day and does not interfere with instructional minutes. The program typically runs for 6 consecutive Fridays starting after Winter Break until Mid-Winter Break. Opportunities may include skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing, jewelry making, ice skating, cookies and more.
