About Our School

Welcome to Sumner!

About Sumner

At Sumner Elementary School, we cherish diversity and take great pride in nurturing a compassionate community that embraces every student. Our mission revolves around the whole child, instilling the Packer Core Values of effective communication, responsibility, resilience, contribution, and lifelong learning. As a PBIS school, we celebrate and honor the strong choices made by our students on a daily basis. Our school provides vibrant educational opportunities that extend far beyond the confines of traditional classrooms. Our innovative approach includes an expansive outdoor learning space featuring a garden, where students can engage in hands-on exploration and discovery. Recognizing the importance of active and authentic learning experiences in child development, we allocate dedicated time each day for students to apply their knowledge and skills in dynamic programing. Our commitment to academic excellence and social-emotional growth is evident in our implementation of programs like Zones of Regulation and character education, which are integral to fostering the long-term success of our students. With iPads available in every classroom, we ensure access to tailored instruction that caters to diverse learning styles. Our commitment to accelerate learning for all students shines through comprehensive tier 1 instruction, targeted intervention, and specialized services. Our school family values the partnership with parents, understanding that together, we grow greatness and prepare all learners to make a difference in the world. 

Office Information

Hours:
7:30 - 4:00 Monday - Thursday
7:30 - 3:30 Friday

Phone: 507-460-1100

Attendance

Please join us in committing to good attendance and arriving to school on time. Making attendance a priority is critical to your child's success! Let's work together to ensure our children come to school every day on time! Our school day begins at 8:00 AM. If your child is unable to attend school, please contact the Sumner office at (507)460-1100 or email lisa.bellrichard@austin.k12.mn.us. You can call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If we are not available, please leave a message stating your child's name, grade and reason for absence from school and expected date of return. Your help is greatly appreciated!

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Common Sense School

Sumner has been approved as a Common Sense School, an honor that recognizes our efforts in teaching digital citizenship to young people and engaging the entire school community in this important discussion. The recognition acknowledges our school's commitment to helping students build skills that are essential for their well-being today—and for the opportunities they'll have tomorrow. 

This honor is provided by Common Sense Education, part of a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology.

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