Jan. 13, 2026: Sumner-Bonney Lake School Board Study Session Recording

The Sumner-Bonney Lake School Board held a study session on January 13, 2026, focusing primarily on the student services department's efforts to support social-emotional safety and academic success across the district. The session featured presentations from student services leaders and counselors who detailed programs aimed at closing achievement gaps, supporting diverse student needs, and using data-driven approaches to improve student outcomes. Discussions included the use of behavior referral tracking systems, targeted counseling groups, and partnerships with community agencies to provide mental health and other supports. The board also briefly discussed scheduling preferences for future meetings and potential professional development activities, but no procurement or contracting decisions were made during this session.