Community Cultural Celebration
Many Cultures Under the Same Sky
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Thank you to the 650 visitors who joined us for the annual Community Cultural Celebration on March 28, where guests explored the different cultures that make up our district and community.
Event attendees learned about different cultures at interactive booths, explored beautiful artwork, and sampled international foods like Turkish Delight, gimbap and pho.
Performers showcased various dances, skills, and poetry, including a Samoan dance by Bonney Lake High School Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Club; a poetry reading by Sumner High Latino Student Union; a Great Indian Desert Dance by students from Donald Eismann Elementary, Tehaleh Heights Elementary, Emerald Hills Elementary and Mountain View Middle School; a Tinikling dance by Sumner High AAPI Club; a BLHS students Mongolian dance; Sumner High School Black Student Union step dance; a Chamorro song by a BLHS student; an Indian classical dance by a DEE student; and a martial arts demonstration.
Kaitlyn Chase, second grade teacher and equity lead at Donald Eismann Elementary, was awarded this year's SBLSD Impact Award for her work supporting multilingual learners. Kaitlyn leads with clarity, care, and a deep belief in collective responsibility. Her work is making a lasting impact across our district.
Thanks to all who attended! See highlights from the event.
Join us for our annual Community Cultural Celebration as we honor the rich diversity that makes our district shine! Last year, more than 670 attendees explored over 20 cultural booths and activities. Together, we’re excited to make this year’s event even more meaningful. Come celebrate our community’s cultures through food, music, dance, art, and connection, as we continue to Know, Value, and Support All. More information to come throughout the year!
Saturday, March 28, 2026
11 am - 2 pm
Bonney Lake High School
10920 199th Ave Ct E, Bonney Lake
Free entry for everyone! Enjoy performances, cultural booths, storytelling, activities and crafts, international foods, student art, and more!
Event Schedule:
11 am - 12 pm: Cultural Showcase in the Performing Arts Center
12 - 2 pm: Street Food from Around the World, Cultural Booths, Crafts and Art
Cultural Showcase: Performances
Street Food from Around the World
Our talented Bonney Lake High School Culinary Team will be catering the event, showcasing this year’s theme: Street Food from Around the World. The community will have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary samples inspired by global street food traditions, including:
- Chicken Pho – Vietnam
- Oliebollen – Belgium
- Turkish Delights – Turkey
- Gimbap – South Korea
- Jerk Chicken – Jamaica
This event is free and open to the entire community. Join us as we celebrate culture, connection, and community through food, performances, and shared experiences. We can’t wait to see you there!
