
Girls’ soccer season starts at Benton
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Wapello Athletic Complex
Benton 5 4 - 9
Wapello 0 0 - 0
No statistics yet
Friday, April 5, 2024, at Cornell College Soccer Field, Mount Vernon
BC 0 0 - 0
MV 4 1 - 5
No statistics yet
Upcoming
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Williamsburg at Benton. 5 p.m.
Friday, April 12, 2024, Independence at Benton 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Newton, vs. Newton, Perry and Des Moines Lincoln, 8:30 a.m.


"As an alumnus of Benton Community, I chose to come back to Benton because of the community’s continuing support of our academics, athletics, and fine arts programs."


MS/HS students catching the Solar Eclipse this afternoon.







School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC)
Many thanks to the individuals who have provided feedback to the district through the SIAC team this year. If you are interested in joining this group in the future, please reach out to Anna Selk at aselk@benton.k12.ia.us.


The Benton girls golf team took 2nd place at the Bobcat Invite on Saturday at Tara Hills.
1. Solon 385
2. Benton 415
3. Independence 428
4. Vinton-Shellsburg 472
5. Postville 505
CPU and Columbus Catholic didn’t have enough girls to qualify as a team.
Individuals:
6th Kayley Dirks 102
7th Madelyn Kenny 103
8th Halle Sobaski 104
11th Hailey Suiter 106
24th Tegan Bertka 114


2024 Cedar Valley Show Choir Summer Camp registration is now open! Register using the form or online with this link.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFNMzMXtn2s4G3kjv06szKu_N7_S_D5bcYEjaRJjcBevFYJg/viewform


BC boys’ golfers compete at Solon Invite
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Benton Results
Marcus Newton 102
Trayton Lentner 98
Kolby Wenger 108
Brock Silhanek 94
Ryan Finn 104
Jonah Thompson 111
Cole Junge 96
Braiden Moore 89
Team Results
Solon 292
Williamsburg 303
West Delaware 310
Clear Creek-Amana 326
West Branch 341
Regina 343
West Liberty 346
Tipton 349
Benton 376
Durant 433
Individual Results
Isaiah Zoske, Solon 67
Brennen Heesch, Sol 69
Crew Klingner, WBur 72
Bryce Yearian, WBur 73
Macoy Peyton, WD 74
Griffin Lott, WD 76
Robbie Allison, WBur 77


Benton boys’ track team runs at Clear Creek Amana Invite
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Clear Creek Amana Boys Invitational
Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Tiffin
No team scores
Benton results, top six finishers
High jump - 2 Eli Patterson 6-0
Shot put - 3 Brennen Blegen 49-10.5
Discus - 4 Brennen Blegen 144-2
Shuttle hurdle - 5 Owen Von Ahsen, Will Schanbacher, Brody Timmerman, Eli Patterson 1:09.16
100 - 6 Carson Bruns 11.45
400 - Evan Martin 54.49
4x200 - 5 Malique Henderson, Owen Tjelmeland, Easton Pfiffner, Carson Bruns 3:51.51
200 - 4 Carson Bruns 22.76
400 hurdles - 3 Owen Von Ahsen 1:01.26
4x400 - 6 Easton Pfiffner, Gavin Brooks, Eli Patterson, Evan Martin 3:39.15


"I appreciate being a member of the Benton Community due to its blend of the resources of a larger school district with the close-knit atmosphere reminiscent of a small town."


Today is National School Librarian Appreciation Day! Thank you for all that you do!
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Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our great Paraprofessionals for all that you do!
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Benton's Clarity and Green Bandana Project t-shirts are now available!! Store closes 4/11
https://www.teamelitesports.com/Benton


"I chose Benton because the community and district take you under their wing and make you feel like family. Every school building I step foot in and any event in any town I attend, I am greeted by name and a genuine smile. I feel valued at Benton."


School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, April 3.
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Kirkwood Benton County is a proud partner with area high schools in Benton County. This month, Kirkwood Benton County's Student Spotlight recognizes Breck Coffland. She is a senior at Benton Community High School. Congratulations to Breck Coffland!


"My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the sense of community, support, and belonging. It is great to feel supported by fellow staff members, families, and the community. We have awesome students, supportive families, and hard-working staff. I love being a part of the Bobcat family!"


The softball apparel store is now open and will close on April 15th. Check out the items at the following link:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/EUthgFtNeJ

SPRING PARENT'S NIGHT OUT
When: Friday, April 5th Who: Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Where: Atkins Elementary
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Hosted by: Benton Middle School Student Council
Cost: $15 for 1st child & $10 for each additional child Crafts, games, snacks, and more!
Register before or at the time of the event! **If you have any questions, email: ajones@benton.k12.ia.us **
Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBUateEGTZjhTooc9Wnf9WY5yYFEv5f3INHic5-TRt-Kl6kw/viewform


April 1-5 is National Assistant Principals Week. Thank you for all you do!
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