Sumner-Bonney Lake ​Schools Rolls Out Plan For Racial Equity​

The district's Equity Advisory committee has identified three ways the school can work to eliminate racial bias.

Salute Your 2020 Bonney Lake Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!

Sumner Paraeducators Strike Ends With New 3-Year Contract

Striking paraeducators voted 97% to approve a new three-year contract with a double-digit raise in the first year.

Sumner Paraeducators Strike Cancels School Friday

Classes are canceled Friday for Sumner-Bonney Lake students after the district failed to reach a deal with the paraeducators union.

Sumner, Bonney Lake School Calendar 2019-20: First Day And More

When's the first day of school for the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Offer Free Summer Meal Program

Free breakfast and lunch will be offered at two schools in Bonney Lake and Sumner throughout the summer, beginning July 1.

Funding For Carbonado, Dieringer School Districts Approved

Gov. Jay Inslee this week signed legislation providing immediate relief to both Carbonado and Dieringer school districts.

Sumner Students Mad Over 2019 Yearbook Edits: Report

The 2019 yearbook was edited to exclude some apparent offensive quotes, according to a report.

Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Plan Early Release Friday

Students will be dismissed from Sumner-Bonney Lake School District facilities two hours early on Feb. 8.

Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Closed Wednesday

Sumner-Bonney Lake School District officials altered their previously announced plan for a 2-hour delayed start early Wednesday.

Sumner-Bonney Lake, Dieringer Schools Closed Monday

Overnight snowfall has urged school officials to cancel Monday classes in both the Sumner-Bonney Lake and Dieringer school districts.

Apply Now For $1,000 Education Scholarship

All civically engaged students in BL who are expected to graduate this spring are eligible for the Center for Quality Communities​ award.

School Bus Inspections: See How Many Sumner SD Buses Passed

Washington State Patrol annually conducts planned and surprise inspections of school buses in every district across the state.

See Sumner National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

The National Merit Scholarship​​ Corp. announced the Washington nominees this week.

Find School Supply Drives For Bonney Lake, Sumner Students

School supplies are expensive, for teachers and students. Find resources for your family or donate to these supply drives

Sumner Teachers Could Vote For Strike, Contract Expiring Aug. 31

The Sumner Education Association members on Monday vote to allow the bargaining team to call for a strike vote, if necessary.

Sumner School Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School, Vacations

When's the first day of school in Sumner? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Sumner Schools Offer Free Meals All Summer

The district will offer meals to children at two locations.

Bonney Lake Summer Recreation Options Available

Kids, teens and adults can participate in the summer recreation fun.

Snow Causes School Closures, Delays

See if the overnight snow has impacted your local school district.

Sumner Schools Make Early Call On Winter Weather

The school district has released the schedule for Thursday classes.

School Board President To Challenge Miloscia In Dist. Senate Race

Wilson will challenge Republican Mark Miloscia in the Democratic leaning swing district.

Sumner School District No More? Board Votes On Name Change

The Sumner School District voted last week on whether to change the district name to include Bonney Lake.

Bonney Lake To Administer Recreation, Arts Program For Sumner Schools

Effective Sept. 1, the City of Bonney Lake will take the lead in administering the joint Recreation Program.

5 Sumner Schools Earn Achievement Awards

A number of Sumner School District schools earned state achievement awards for performance in 2016.

More Threats Target Sumner High School: Report

School was dismissed early on Tuesday due to an emailed threat, but the threats continued throughout the week.

Emailed Threat Closes Sumner High; Police Search School For Explosives

A teacher at Sumner High received a threat against the school on Tuesday.

Sumner School District Name Change: What Do You Think?

The Sumner School District is considering changing its name to the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District.

Support Sumner High Track Team By Eating Pancakes

Come support the Sumner High track team on April 2 by eating pancakes at Applebee's.

Sumner Schools Announce New Snow Cancellations

The lingering effects of the snowstorm will impact school in Bonney Lake-Sumner on Tuesday.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Sunset Festival of Bands a Community Success

This year's event takes place Oct. 26 and features at least 11 bands from near and far plus a special performance by the Seattle Seahawks Blue Thunder.

Sumner High School Alum Reflects on Five Years of Sunset Festival of Bands

The unique band competition was conceived of by 2009 graduate Mason Longnecker as his senior project.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Bonney Lake High School Bomb Threat Cleared, Dismissal In Progress

Students and staff have been evacuated and are being held on the football field while the Pierce County Sheriff's Department conducts a thorough search of the school building.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Sanabria to Join White River School Board

Tawny Sanabria replaces longtime, dedicated school board member and former board president Susan McGuire who passed away unexpectedly this summer.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Sumner School District Now on Facebook and Twitter

Now it's that much easier to share the great news about your kids in the Sumner School District!

Sumner School District Welcomes Students Back to School

Here's the lowdown on schedules, buses and more for next week.