School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 3.
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Why did you choose to work at Benton? "Choosing to work in the school district I graduated from is important to me. It's coming full circle, and now having my children go to school here too just makes it feel like home. It's not just a job; it's about being part of the place that shaped me and now gets to be a part of my family's story too."
Why Benton? "I chose Benton for my family because I enjoy the school community."
"I chose Benton because of the small town atmosphere. And my husband and I wanted our kids to attend and be part of this community."
Bobcats win by two on the road in boys’ basketball action
Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Benton boys' basketball
Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at Van Horne
CCA 22 28 7 17 - 74
BC 10 26 24 16 - 76
Benton was 27 of 62 for field goals, 7 of 22 for three-pointers and 15 of 22 for free throws. The team had 38 rebounds, 15 assists, five steals, two blocs, 13 turnovers and 21 fouls. Carlon Nolan scored 17 for Benton. Wyatt Rinderknecht added 14, and Quincy Gilbert and Ryan Spina had 11 points each. Nolan had 15 rebounds. Spina had four assists. Gilbert had three steals.
Why Benton? "I grew up going to school in the Benton Community School District. I loved school and had a great experience as a student at Benton Community School. I chose Benton, because I wanted my children to have the same experience I had. Benton is a great school to be a part of."
Why Benton? "I choose Benton because of the opportunity and support to learn and grow as a teacher."
Benton Community School District wishes you a wonderful Holiday Season! #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong
Why Benton? "Honestly, there was no other option in my mind. Growing up in Benton and going to school here is what made me the person I am today. The amount of support that is received from coworkers, community members, and students is unmatched. Benton always has and always will be home for me."
BC Middle School Madness!!! A little dodgeball, cards, games, movies, crafts, hot cocoa, and pieing Mr. Junge in the face. Oh, what fun! Have a great winter break!
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School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Thursday, December 21.
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Why Benton? "I chose Benton because I wanted to teach at a school that valued their students and the individual experiences and strengths they bring to the table."
Congratulations to Benton Senior Brennen Blegen on signing his NLI to play collegiate football at the University of North Dakota!
Benton travels to Clear Creek Amana
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau-
Benton girls' basketball
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at Tiffin
No. 2 Clear Creek Amana, No. 8 Benton 42
BC 9 5 12 16 - 42
CCA 12 26 19 10 - 67
Benton was 17 of 48 for field goals, 3 of 17 for three-pointers and 5 of 7 for free throws. The team had 28 rebounds, eight assists, three steals, four blocks, 10 turnovers and seven fouls. Emma Townsley led with 13 points. Hannah Greiner had five rebounds. Townsley had five assists and two blocks.
Benton girls compete against Clear Creek Amana and Independence
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau-
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at Van Horne
Benton 54, Clear Creek Amana 18
105: Double Forfeit 110: Katilynn Guldner (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
115: Marlie McBride (CCA) over Evelynn McMahon (BECO) (Fall 2:29)
120: Kaitlyn Bonewitz (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
125: Amanda Schnor (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
130: Bella De Nooy (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
135: Halle Bormann (CCA) over Jordan Voelkel (BECO) (Fall 3:29)
140: Lizzy Wolf (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
145: Layna DeMoss (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
155: Izzy Schoettmer (BECO) over Olivia Hansen (CCA) (Fall 1:44)
170: Jordan Hunt (CCA) over Hailee Kruse (BECO) (Fall 0:13)
190: Double Forfeit 235: Averie Gale (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
100: Tegan Bishop (BECO) over (CCA) (For.)
Independence 44, Benton 24
100: Tegan Bishop (BECO) over Malorie Myers (INDE) (Fall 0:34)
105: Alaina Terhune (INDE) over (BECO) (For.)
110: Morgan Krall (INDE) over Katilynn Guldner (BECO) (Fall 0:30)
115: Evelynn McMahon (BECO) over Alina Ajruloski (INDE) (Fall 1:27)
120: Jordin Derr (INDE) over Kaitlyn Bonewitz (BECO) (Fall 0:58)
125: Claire Carey (INDE) over Amanda Schnor (BECO) (Dec 7-2)
130: Havana Griffith (INDE) over Bella De Nooy (BECO) (Fall 0:25)
135: Kennedi Bevans (INDE) over Jordan Voelkel (BECO) (Dec 6-3)
140: Lizzy Wolf (BECO) over Riley Rouse (INDE) (Fall 1:30)
145: Layna DeMoss (BECO) over Kenleigh Trumblee (INDE) (Fall 2:45)
155: Clair Priebe (INDE) over Madilyn Colburn (BECO) (Dec 12-5)
170: Double Forfeit 190: Izzy Strickert (INDE) over (BECO) (For.)
235: Ellie Fangman (INDE) over Averie Gale (BECO) (TF 15-0 4:19)
Benton wrestlers host Independence and Clear Creek Amana
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau-
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at Van Horne
Clear Creek Amana 40, Benton 34
113: Jason Eastman (BECO) over Jose Mendieta (CCA) (Fall 1:16)
120: Kade Kleinmeyer (CCA) over Brock Corrigan (BECO) (Fall 2:45)
126: Cale Nash (CCA) over Ryan Koehler (BECO) (Fall 3:09)
132: Elijah Kupka (BECO) over Malachi Clement (CCA) (Fall 0:52)
138: Jay Halverson (CCA) over Elias Bieschke (BECO) (Fall 3:33)
144: Nolan Howell (CCA) over Brady Patterson (BECO) (Dec 4-2)
150: Ryker Jones (CCA) over Weston Kaestner (BECO) (MD 12-4)
157: Jack Stevens (CCA) over Blayke Heying (BECO) (Dec 7-2)
165: Brenden Heying (BECO) over Trace Robertson (CCA) (Fall 3:33)
175: Benjamin Haughey (CCA) over Mayson Mitchell (BECO) (Fall 1:57)
190: Troy Kupka (BECO) over Ethan Williams (CCA) (Fall 4:39)
215: Carson Nash (CCA) over Will Clausen (BECO) (Fall 0:28)
285: Brennen Blegen (BECO) over Vinnie Keller (CCA) (Fall 0:29)
106: Garrett Kuch (BECO) over Elder Mendieta (CCA) (MD 11-0)
Benton 38, Independence 28
106: Garrett Kuch (BECO) over Zach Homan (INDE) (Dec 6-2)
113: Adam Fish (INDE) over (BECO) (For.)
120: Jason Eastman (BECO) over Logan Bevans (INDE) (Fall 1:02)
126: Tanner Wilson (INDE) over Ryan Koehler (BECO) (Fall 1:02)
132: Elijah Kupka (BECO) over Remy Ressler (INDE) (Dec 9-4)
138: Elias Bieschke (BECO) over Kameron Kremer (INDE) (Dec 7-2)
144: Kaden Kremer (INDE) over Brady Patterson (BECO) (Dec 9-7)
150: Tyler Wieland (INDE) over Weston Kaestner (BECO) (Fall 1:57)
157: Blayke Heying (BECO) over Carson Cameron (INDE) (Fall 2:55)
165: Brenden Heying (BECO) over Luke Johnson (INDE) (TF 16-1 4:17)
175: Braylen Bieber (INDE) over Mayson Mitchell (BECO) (MD 11-3)
190: Troy Kupka (BECO) over Landon Duffy (INDE) (Fall 1:31)
215: Gable Eddy (INDE) over Will Clausen (BECO) (Dec 2-0)
285: Brennen Blegen (BECO) over Brady McDonald (INDE) (Fall 1:36)
Hi, my name is Abbie Patterson. This is my sixth year as a Benton Community paraeducator at Atkins Elementary. I am in my second year of the paraeducator-to-teacher grant apprenticeship program and am excited to start student teaching this spring at Atkins Elementary in second grade. I graduated from Benton, and my husband and I chose to raise our family here. My favorite thing about Benton is the pride that goes along with being a part of the school and community. Once a bobcat, always a bobcat!
Benton Community 8th grade enjoyed a field trip to the STEAM Institute on Monday, Dec. 18th. STEAM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
