Benton Community School District

WaMaC Academic Honors for Cross Country: Girls Cross Country: Abby Rinderknecht, Whitney Brdigewater, Gwen King, Emma Schwake, and Emma Von Ahsen Boys Cross Country: Ryan Lange, Brady Osborn, Owen Sadler, Tristan West, Bryton Grimm, Trey Schulte, and Brandon Schultz This award goes to only Juniors and Seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Congratulations!

The Art Club/ FCCLA Blood Drive last week went well, 17 units were donated. The Blood Center has what they call a "Life Savings Grant", where if we meet a specific goal, they give us money to donate to a cause. In the past we've given the money to Camp Courageous in Monticello. We had more than enough signed up to donate, but due to various deferrals, not everyone who signed up could donate. So currently, we are three short of our goal. However, if anyone is interested in donating, it can be counted towards Benton's total. The donation just has to be done within the week. Mr. Patterson checked with the coordinator if they were doing any drives in the community during that time, and sadly there are not. So you'd have to go into the center in Cedar Rapids. Please do consider, as they are in desperate need of donations. (If you've donated in the past you already know this due to the calls, texts and emails you've probably received).

Join us as we celebrate Veterans.

Iowa State Cheerleading Championship Results. Great job Bobcats!

Students practicing for Veterans Day during music class at Keystone Elementary.

There are two more performances left of "Cinderella". Saturday, November 6th at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 7th at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students (Pre-K - 12) and seniors (60+). Tickets may be purchased at the door.

Booster Apparel Sale! These would make some good Christmas gifts. Store closes on 11/17 Apparel will be back 12/7 Thank you for your support. https://5il.co/11htp

FYI---Tonight's MS Wrestling meet is at the South Tama High School. It was originally slated to be at the MS...but again...it is now at the HS!

This Sunday, November 7th, the Benton Community FFA Chapter is hosting our annual Veterans Benefit Breakfast with all proceeds going to the Benton County Veterans Affairs to help out our local veterans. Hope to see you there!

The Benton Community School District Theatre Department presents the musical, Cinderella!

Do you enjoy kids? Looking for a way to get involved in the education of students? If you interested in obtaining a substitute authorization, you can be a substitute teacher! We are also looking for substitute Associates. Give us a call at 319-228-8701, Melody at Ext. 1505, and let's talk!

There are still plenty of tickets available for all of the performances of "Cinderella". If you would like tickets, please stop by the Activities office and see Amy. You can also call 319-228-8701, ext 1357 or email at aeggert@benton.k12.ia.us. You will also be able to purchase tickets at the door. Performances are tonight, Friday and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $9.00 for adults and $7.00 for students (Pre-K - 12) and seniors (60+).

Superintendent, Dr. Ewell, visits Associated Builders and Contractors of Iowa with Senator Driscoll to learn how high schools can partner with area industry & businesses for student workplace experiences and pre-apprenticeship opportunities.

Election Results

Iowa State Cheerleading Championships

Musician in the making at Norway Intermediate

Football All-District List

Benton Community student Julia Biery was featured in the Kirkwood Benton County Winter 21-22 Newsletter. See the original newsletter at: https://www.smore.com/sygjm-kirkwood-benton-county?ref=email

State Cross Country

Proud of our Bobcats!