Goal 2
Measures of Student Success:
By 2026, 95% of students will attend school daily.
By 2026, 100% of students feel their school is safe and welcoming as measured by a perception survey.
Equity Looks Like:
Every student receives fair treatment, and personalized support essential for their social-emotional growth and cognitive development.
Measurements of Student Progress Include:
A. Increased attendance and decreased chronic absenteeism rates.
B. Percent of students with positive perceptions of safety, academic support, academically-focused learning environment, and teacher-student trust.
C. Percent of students with access to emotional, behavioral, mental, and physical health supports.
Tools to Measure and Monitor Growth:
A. Attendance data from Skyward
B. Counselor survey, PBIS survey, Panorama
C. Number of counselors, supports from MultiCare, PALS, YES Program, Consejo, Heidi’s Promise, data on number of students referred for services
Goal 2 in Action
![Allie, center, a student at MLE, with three of her educators standing around her in a room with a stage and curtains in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773084045/sumnersdorg/uscw7hdbeynraycz1fpv/news_alliemle.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773084045/sumnersdorg/uscw7hdbeynraycz1fpv/news_alliemle.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773084045/sumnersdorg/uscw7hdbeynraycz1fpv/news_alliemle.png","width":800}])
Educators at Maple Lawn Elementary made an innovative solution for one student trying to play an instrument.
![A group of people, some wearing medals, posing together in a room with banners and signs in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772742946/sumnersdorg/kyn9edkkxqwdglzbswfi/facebook_1772657211910_7435063234546311517.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772742946/sumnersdorg/kyn9edkkxqwdglzbswfi/facebook_1772657211910_7435063234546311517.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772742946/sumnersdorg/kyn9edkkxqwdglzbswfi/facebook_1772657211910_7435063234546311517.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772742946/sumnersdorg/kyn9edkkxqwdglzbswfi/facebook_1772657211910_7435063234546311517.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772742946/sumnersdorg/kyn9edkkxqwdglzbswfi/facebook_1772657211910_7435063234546311517.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772742946/sumnersdorg/kyn9edkkxqwdglzbswfi/facebook_1772657211910_7435063234546311517.jpg","width":2048}])
The Sumner-Bonney Lake Special Olympics Basketball Team, the Spanthers (Spartans and Panthers combined), competed this month.
![Pictured from left: SHS Principal Jeff Baines, Olivia Moon, SBLSD Director of Behavioral Support and Mental Health Services Cheri Simpson, Superintendent Laurie Dent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770940250/sumnersdorg/mfxx2rrccdmaybz9j68y/P1079082.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770940250/sumnersdorg/mfxx2rrccdmaybz9j68y/P1079082.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770940250/sumnersdorg/mfxx2rrccdmaybz9j68y/P1079082.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770940250/sumnersdorg/mfxx2rrccdmaybz9j68y/P1079082.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770940250/sumnersdorg/mfxx2rrccdmaybz9j68y/P1079082.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1770940250/sumnersdorg/mfxx2rrccdmaybz9j68y/P1079082.jpg","width":2200}])
An art teacher at Sumner High, Olivia Moon was nominated by her peers and is a fierce advocate for students.
![Two smiling counselors are posing with a black therapy dog in a gymnasium or indoor sports facility.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770248160/sumnersdorg/rem87iizzoqsfkumhcsf/SHSCounselors.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770248160/sumnersdorg/rem87iizzoqsfkumhcsf/SHSCounselors.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770248160/sumnersdorg/rem87iizzoqsfkumhcsf/SHSCounselors.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770248160/sumnersdorg/rem87iizzoqsfkumhcsf/SHSCounselors.jpg","width":1080}])
School counselors wear many hats. Meet a few of them, including Dandy, a therapy dog!
![The image shows two smiling women standing in front of a red background with the word "Kindness" prominently displayed, along with various heart-shaped decorations.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763758801/sumnersdorg/wstgp5rf0pnqxaqcyys3/RAK_Thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763758801/sumnersdorg/wstgp5rf0pnqxaqcyys3/RAK_Thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763758801/sumnersdorg/wstgp5rf0pnqxaqcyys3/RAK_Thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763758801/sumnersdorg/wstgp5rf0pnqxaqcyys3/RAK_Thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763758801/sumnersdorg/wstgp5rf0pnqxaqcyys3/RAK_Thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763758801/sumnersdorg/wstgp5rf0pnqxaqcyys3/RAK_Thumbnail.jpg","width":1920}])
Avah A. started the club to inspire other students in her school to be kind to each other.
![Student waves exiting bus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761242289/sumnersdorg/iaxfhvi7x03njxzypj9n/busbadges-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761242289/sumnersdorg/iaxfhvi7x03njxzypj9n/busbadges-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761242289/sumnersdorg/iaxfhvi7x03njxzypj9n/busbadges-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761242289/sumnersdorg/iaxfhvi7x03njxzypj9n/busbadges-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761242289/sumnersdorg/iaxfhvi7x03njxzypj9n/busbadges-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761242289/sumnersdorg/iaxfhvi7x03njxzypj9n/busbadges-2.jpg","width":1920}])
The badges are scanned when students get on and off the bus, notifying parents through an app.
![Group photo of students with unicycles]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745601393/sumnersdorg/swm8zwg4pfk1intbwgg9/P1034830.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745601393/sumnersdorg/swm8zwg4pfk1intbwgg9/P1034830.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745601393/sumnersdorg/swm8zwg4pfk1intbwgg9/P1034830.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745601393/sumnersdorg/swm8zwg4pfk1intbwgg9/P1034830.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745601393/sumnersdorg/swm8zwg4pfk1intbwgg9/P1034830.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745601393/sumnersdorg/swm8zwg4pfk1intbwgg9/P1034830.jpg","width":2048}])
At Emerald Hills Elementary, students in the unicycling club are mastering balance and perseverance—some even riding 5-foot unicycles.
![Playground communication boards help students find a voice]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742337795/sumnersdorg/k8z5z0v6usx1ynzzlfdm/CommsBoards-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742337795/sumnersdorg/k8z5z0v6usx1ynzzlfdm/CommsBoards-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742337795/sumnersdorg/k8z5z0v6usx1ynzzlfdm/CommsBoards-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742337795/sumnersdorg/k8z5z0v6usx1ynzzlfdm/CommsBoards-3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742337795/sumnersdorg/k8z5z0v6usx1ynzzlfdm/CommsBoards-3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742337795/sumnersdorg/k8z5z0v6usx1ynzzlfdm/CommsBoards-3.jpg","width":2200}])
A new tool was introduced to SBLSD elementary school playgrounds last year to help students who struggle with verbal communication during recess.
![Wiggle room: Sensory breaks help students refocus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742338417/sumnersdorg/eutnqeiuptdvpotjjunx/Sensorywalks-5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742338417/sumnersdorg/eutnqeiuptdvpotjjunx/Sensorywalks-5.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742338417/sumnersdorg/eutnqeiuptdvpotjjunx/Sensorywalks-5.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742338417/sumnersdorg/eutnqeiuptdvpotjjunx/Sensorywalks-5.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742338417/sumnersdorg/eutnqeiuptdvpotjjunx/Sensorywalks-5.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742338417/sumnersdorg/eutnqeiuptdvpotjjunx/Sensorywalks-5.jpg","width":2048}])
Have you ever needed to simply get the wiggles out or take a short break to refocus on your work or a task? A few of our elementary schools offer just that to students in the form of sensory activities.
![Ryan Payne holds Whole Child Hero award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739392329/sumnersdorg/boroozuatjfabgy5kyyu/wholechild252.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739392329/sumnersdorg/boroozuatjfabgy5kyyu/wholechild252.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739392329/sumnersdorg/boroozuatjfabgy5kyyu/wholechild252.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739392329/sumnersdorg/boroozuatjfabgy5kyyu/wholechild252.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1739392329/sumnersdorg/boroozuatjfabgy5kyyu/wholechild252.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1739392329/sumnersdorg/boroozuatjfabgy5kyyu/wholechild252.jpg","width":2200}])
Ryan Payne's goal is to ensure that each and every student has a deep appreciation, enjoyment, and understanding of music.