This Week at BLE
Important Details for the Week of 5/5 to 5/9
School Schedule
Late Start Monday: 10:35 am - 3:45 pm
School starts at 10:35 am on Mondays. Please drop your students off no earlier than 10:20 am on Mondays. Bus routes run 90 minutes later on Mondays.
Tuesday through Friday Schedule: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Classes begin at 9:00 am. Please drop your students off no earlier than 8:45 am.
Spirit Days
- On Mondays we wear College or Local High School Spirit Wear
- On Fridays we wear Viking or Blue Spirit Gear
Character Trait of the Month for May
Upcoming Dates to Remember
6 - 8 SBA ELA Testing
8 Spring Chorus Concert
9 1st Grade Field Trip Northwest Trek
9 Modified Lockdown Drill
13-14 SBA Math Testing
15 SBA 5th Grade Science Testing
15 LMS New Hawk Night
19 Viking Pride Assembly
19 Tie Dye Spirit Day
21 PTA General Meeting 5pm
22 4th Grade Field Trip Museum of Glass
22 SMS New Bobcat Night
26 No School Memorial Day
27 Possible No School Weather Make-up Day
28 2nd Grade Traveling Farm Field Trip
28 4th Grade Spring Music Concert
Finish Strong- Everyday Matters
Dear Families,
As we enter the final weeks of the school year, we want to encourage strong attendance and consistent routines at home. Every day counts—especially as we approach important testing and end-of-year learning activities!
A good night’s sleep, healthy meals, and regular attendance help your child stay focused, confident, and ready to succeed. Let’s work together to finish the year strong!
Thank you for your continued support.
Warmly,
LeeAnn Alfano
Parent/Caregiver Workshop: Preventing Challenging Behaviors
Behavior Bridges is partnering with the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District to provide a one-night opportunity for parents wanting tips to prevent and respond to challenging behaviors.
Register your family online. Childcare will be provided for children 5 and older. Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited and not guaranteed.
When: Tuesday, May 6, 5:30 - 7 pm
Where: Daffodil Valley Elementary, 1509 Valley Ave, Sumner
Questions: Contact SBLSD Director of Behavioral Supports Cheri Simpson at cheri_simpson@sumnersd.org
Building Bridges
Build bridges to your child's success! At the district’s upcoming free Building Bridges event on May 8, families can choose three 20-minute parent learning sessions on the following topics:
Strategies to improve reading fluency
Tips for reading foundation skills
Supporting students in math
Preventing the “Summer Slide”
What is Highly Capable?
FAQ: Neuro-divergent learners
Bullying prevention
Anxious Generation: Impact of smartphones
5th grade puberty and HIV video preview
Roles of our school staff
Nutrition and physical activity
School safety
Event details:
When: 5:30-7:30 pm, May 8
Where: Sumner Middle School, 1508 Willow St
Also provided: Translators, childcare for ages 3-12, and pizza
See the below flier (Spanish | Russian | Ukrainian) for details or visit sumnersd.org/buildingbridges.
Questions? Contact Leann Klockeman, leann_klockeman@sumnersd.org
PTA Corner
Clean Your Car And Donate To BLE PTA
Use this link the next time you want to visit Sasquatch Car Wash
Yearbook Donation Information
We are still hoping for donations to help support the yearbook. Donate here
BLE Spirt Wear
The PTA is excited to present the new line of spirit wear available for online purchase. These orders are shipped directly to you! Visit the store at: https://apparelnow.com/bonney-lake-elementary-apparel.