Benton Community welcomed new staff and teacher leaders back to school yesterday. Our new staff spent the morning learning about the mission, vision, and the values of the district and the afternoon was spent touring all of the towns and school buildings that make up Benton Community. We are excited to have all staff back on Monday!
about 11 hours ago, Central Office
Teacher Orientation Day
Registration for the Benton Fall Flag Football for 1st-6th grade is due this Friday, August 15. If you have not already mailed in your registration, please email the registration information to Coach Zittergruen.

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3 days ago, Central Office
Benton Football

Secretary Mike Naig recognized 16 Iowa students whose artwork was selected for inclusion in the 2025-2026 Choose Iowa Coloring Calendar during a ceremony at the 2025 Iowa State Fair. Benton Community's Logan Rausch was one of the students whose artwork was selected!

The popular annual calendar highlights Iowa students’ artwork and their connections to Iowa agriculture. Congratulations, Logan!

3 days ago, Central Office
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Benton Community online registration is open.

Register at https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/student-registration

In person registration is available on Thursday, August 14th from 2-5 p.m. at all buildings.

4 days ago, BC MS/HS
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Registration for the 2025-26 school year is underway. School starts August 25th, now is a great time to start the registration process for your student.
Click the link to get started: https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/student-registration
5 days ago, Central Office
Registration
Mark your calendars!

Benton Boosters Annual Fall Kickoff is next Wednesday, August 20th. See details below.
5 days ago, BC MS/HS
Booster
Booster
We're excited to welcome students and families to the buildings on August 21st!

Elementary Students & Families - Please sign up for a time to visit your child's teacher in the school registration site (PowerSchool).

MSHS Students & Families - Please plan to attend the grade level meeting that aligns with your grades. These meetings will take place in the auditorium. Critical information about the upcoming school year will be shared!
7th & 8th grades - 5:00pm
9th grade - 5:30pm
10th grade - 6:00pm
11th grade - 6:30pm
12th grade - 7:00pm
9 days ago, Central Office
Open House
This is a friendly reminder that food distribution is today from 4-7 PM at the MSHS.
9 days ago, Central Office
Healthy Kids Iowa
Healthy Kids Iowa
The next round of food distribution will be Thursday, August 7 from 4-7 PM at the MS/HS.
12 days ago, Central Office
Healthy Kids Iowa
Healthy Kids Iowa
Registration for the 2025-26 school year is underway. School starts August 25th, now is a great time to start the registration process for your student. Click the link to get started: https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/student-registration
15 days ago, Central Office
25-26 Registration Now OPEN!!

The WaMaC has increased ticket prices for the 25-26 school year. Entry for Benton home events will now be:
$7 for JV/Varsity Events
$5 for Junior High Events

Save with an Activity Pass!

Student Activity Pass: $70.00
Students must purchase through PowerSchool.

Individual Activity Pass: $125.00
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Senior Citizen Pass - Free - Over 60 and live in district
Out of District Senior Citizen Pass - $70.00 - Over 60 and living outside the district.
Please contact the Activities office for either Senior Citizen Pass at 319-228-8701, ext-1357 or email aeggert@benton.k12.ia.us

16 days ago, Central Office
25-26 Ticket Prices
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16 days ago, Central Office
7.22.25
Employment opportunities may be found at www.benton.k12.ia.us
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17 days ago, Central Office
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PLEASE JOIN US TODAY! COME TEST DRIVE A BUS!
Benton Community Transportation Department is hosting a Bus Test Drive Event.
When: Wednesday, July 30 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
There is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
* Meet Transportation Staff
* Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions ?
Contact Tim Lyons, Transportation Director
tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us
17 days ago, Central Office
Bus Test Drive Event
Benton Community Transportation Department is hosting a Bus Test Drive Event.
When: Wednesday, July 30 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
There is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
* Meet Transportation Staff
* Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions ?
Contact Tim Lyons, Transportation Director
tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us
19 days ago, Central Office
Bus Test Drive Event
Registration form for Flag Football for grades 1-6. Registration is due by Friday, August 15th.
23 days ago, Central Office
Flag Football Registration Form
MS/HS Fall Activities Newsletter
24 days ago, Central Office
Benton Activities Fall Newsletter
Plan to attend this fundraiser for Benton Girls Wrestling!
25 days ago, Central Office
Zombie Run
25-26 Online Registration Opens August 1st
25 days ago, Central Office
25-26 Online Regiistration
Exciting changes are happening across our district! We'd like to share progress updates as we improve our school buildings, enhancing safety, comfort, and learning spaces for all. These projects are only possible thanks to the continued support of our community. Together, we’re building a brighter future for our students! Follow along with progress at:
www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/current-building-projects
26 days ago, Benton CSD
Building projects - quality education for a lifetime of learning