

Spartan Update
March 28, 2025

Weekly Schedule
Monday 3/31 Schedule B
Tuesday 4/1 Schedule A
Wednesday 4/2 Schedule A
Thursday 4/3 Schedule A
Friday 4/4 Schedule A
**REMINDER SPRING BREAK 4/7-4/11**
Bell Schedule
A message from Josten's : Unfortunately we are going to have to reschedule the delivery date. The plant was not able to get the whole order out in time; they are working on getting a new completion date. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Kerns Krew Yearbook Photos of the Week
Photo by Jaide Davila
Photo by Jaide Davila
Photo by Nova Fuge
Photo by Jaide Davila
Photo by Jaide Davila
Yearbook Celebration!!!
Become familiar with inclement weather procedures
It doesn’t take a winter snow storm to impact school operations. Some fall weather conditions, such as wind storms, have the potential to require implementation of our inclement weather procedures.
Here are reminders to help you prepare for possible changes to bus and school operations due to inclement weather:
Refer to inclement weather procedures for an outline of what to expect regarding communications and operations.
For safety reasons, there may be a need to offer limited transportation and use inclement weather bus routes. This means buses will generally run on main roads rather than side streets or through neighborhoods.
We use “zones” to define inclement weather bus routes. Please become familiar with the zone your child’s bus route falls within. It is the responsibility of families to know if they live on an inclement weather route.
Bus drivers will hand out hard copies with the inclement weather bus zone specific to your child in early December. For questions, please call the Transportation Department at (253) 891-6400.
Follow us on social media for updates: Facebook, @SumnerSchoolDistrict and Instagram, @SumnerBonneyLakeSD.
It’s important to keep in mind that while streets might be clear in the Sumner valley, that’s often not the case on the hill in Bonney Lake, where there’s considerable elevation and tight, winding roads.
Attendance Awareness
Spring Forward with Strong Attendance!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we move into March and the spring season, we want to emphasize the importance of consistent school attendance for our students. This time of year is critical for academic success, as students are wrapping up key lessons, preparing for state and national assessments, and setting the stage for a strong finish to the school year.
Here’s why good attendance matters more than ever:
Academic Success – Missing school means missing instruction, discussions, and hands-on activities that are essential for mastering complex concepts.
Test Readiness – Many standardized tests and final exams take place in the spring. Regular attendance ensures students are fully prepared.
Credit Earning & Graduation Requirements – In middle and high school, attendance directly impacts course credits. Too many absences can put students at risk of falling behind or not meeting graduation requirements.
College & Career Readiness – Developing strong attendance habits now prepares students for future responsibilities, whether in college, career training, or the workforce.
Social & Extracurricular Engagement – School is not just about academics; regular attendance keeps students involved in clubs, sports, and activities that build friendships and leadership skills.
We encourage you to reinforce the importance of attendance with your student and support them in staying on track. If your child is facing challenges that impact attendance, please reach out—we’re here to help!