Benton Community School District

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My name is Jen Hasenmiller, and I am one of the Reading Intervention teachers at Atkins Elementary. This is my 16th year teaching in the district. My husband, Justin, and I have twin girls and a boy on the way. Outside of school, I enjoy trail walks, reading, yoga, cooking, and spending time with my children.

My name is Chris Frimml. This is my first year at Benton Community. I teach first grade at Keystone Elementary. I am excited about the opportunity to give back to the district where I grew up.

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School will be closed March 13-17 for Sprig Break. School will resume on Monday, March 20. Enjoy your break!

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My name is Dawn Morris and I am the Food Service Director for Benton Community. This is my 11th school year with the district. My husband and I along with our children, Craig (20), Janelle (18) and Isaac (16) moved from the Philadelphia suburbs in 2012 and are now enjoying the peaceful, Midwest lifestyle in Van Horne.

Benton Community & Central Lutheran will be on a 2 hour delay this morning, Friday, March 10. No morning activities.

Benton Community MS/HS staff wore their inclusion shirts today. Here are a few members that were able to meet and get their pictures taken this morning. We would like to thank everyone that participated and Mrs. Sahu for organizing this. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Bowlers: If you were not able to attend the bowling banquet last night, please see Coach Kauder TODAY. Seniors need to pick up their senior banners.

My name is Christine Neff and I am a preschool teacher at Atkins Elementary. I have been a preschool teacher for 23 years and 4 of them have been here at Benton. Being a Bobcat has been such an amazing experience. I live in Atkins with my husband Chris and my two children Colsen (5th grade) and Annalyn(3rd grade). I was born and raised in the Quad Cities where I earned my Bachelors in early childhood education from St. Ambrose University. When I am not at school, most of my time is dedicated to my family. My children are in many activities that I love supporting them in.

Benton Community & Central Lutheran will dismiss at noon today, Thursday, March 9th due to the impending weather and road conditions. No afternoon Preschool. No afternoon or evening activities.

GSA will be meeting in Ms. Hillyer's room, room 207, during 5th hour TOMORROW, March 9th.

Boys and Girls Track practice for Thursday will be from 6:15 -7:30 AM due to the weather forecast. If you have any questions, please contact your coaches.

Thank you to our Tanager Place Specialists who work with our students every day! You are appreciated!! #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Hi! My name is Erin Van Sickle; this is my first year at Benton. I am currently the Math Interventionist at Atkins and I have loved every second of it! I have loved getting to know all the students and seeing them grow in their learning, and seeing their personalities! When I am not at Atkins, I can be found with my dog, Magnus, snuggling up and reading a new book!

School Bus Driver Appreciation Dinner & New Bus Driver Recruitment Dinner: Benton Community School District is looking for new bus drivers. If you have any interest, please join us for dinner to learn more and meet the current transportation staff on Wednesday, March 29 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Van Horne Community Center, 558 1st Avenue, Van Horne.

For Respect Week, Hayden Bange, Emma Bange, Belle Werner, Kayla Johnson, Avary Tjelmeland, Mallary Howard, and Tegan Bishop went to Keystone Elementary and Atkins Elementary and read books to the elementary students. What a great way to build a connection across grade levels. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Girls Soccer Meeting: there will be a Mandatory Girls Soccer Meeting 5th period Thursday in Coach Trainer’s Room.

FFA Members: If you are interested in becoming an officer next year, please see your email for the applications that are due Friday, March 10th at 3:30 PM to Mrs. Wright. Ask if you have questions.