8th - 12th girls: If you are interested in playing softball this spring, there will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, during Block 5
in the IMC. If you are not able to attend the meeting please email Coach Pilcher at jpilcher@benton.k12.ia.us.

Robotics: No practice tonight! There will be practice tomorrow night. We will take team pictures. Wear blue and gold or robotics shirts.

A few photos from Friday, December 16th. Santa will be back along with the Alumni Pep band, Toys for Tots, and Hall of Fame Recognition on Tuesday, December 20th. Final score Williamsburg 74 Benton 58.
Photos Courtesy of Dr. Ewell
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Calling all Alumni! Tuesday is alumni pep band! Wear your festive sweaters and be in the high school band room at 5:30pm. Can’t wait to see you then!

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Benton Community is one busy place tonight!




8th Grade Students went to the Linn Regional Center for a STEAM event today. Great experience for our students. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong



Visit with a school board member tonight! Come learn more about the planned Facility Improvements and Bond referendum! Board members Roy Becker and Theresa Thompson will be in the student center/Commons area! Board members will be available starting at 5:00 p.m. Come ask questions....learn more about the projects...then watch the basketball game(s)! Go Bobcats!

MS Girls: There will be a signup meeting for those middle school girls interested in wrestling in Mr. Hoeck's room on Wednesday, Dec. 21st during 5th period. Please contact Mr. Hoeck if you have any questions or cannot attend.

The Wrestling apparel is in and can be picked up in Mr. Hoeck’s room. Room 310.

The IMC is closed today to everyone.

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And more pics!




Carols in a Cathedral - Benton Community Music Department. Beautiful!


Any students leaving the building after 4th block are not allowed to hang out in the parking lot. - The Administration

I teach 5th grade in Norway. I am married to Mrs, Bergert, who also teaches in Norway and we have 3 fantastic kids, 2 dogs (a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd), a cat that lives outside, and several classroom pets. I served in the military for 22 years and I have been working in public education since 2003. My family and I enjoy sports, hiking, road trips, and watching movies together in our cozy loft.

Next week the high school student council will be having dress up days leading up to Christmas break.
● Monday- I’m dreaming of a white christmas (PJ Day)
● Tuesday- Toasty Tuesday ( Wear holiday socks, slippers, and hats)
● Wednesday- Holiday Festive (Wear your christmas colors)
● Thursday- May all your sweaters be ugly and bright (Wear your ugly sweaters)

HS Band and Choir: Reminder that you MUST pick up your Little Caesars orders from the band room by the end of the day.

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This is my fourth year as a high school science teacher at Benton. In my time here, I have been able to teach foundations of science, physics, biology, and human biology (essentially all types of science!). Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, and my two cats.

