My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the strong sense of pride and community shared by students and staff, making Benton a positive and supportive place to learn and grow.
Benton CSD is accepting open enrollment applications for the 26-27 school year! If you are considering open enrollment, please know that filling out the open enrollment application does not mean your child must enroll at Benton, but it does give you the option to attend Benton in the 26-27 school year.
For more information about open enrollment, visit our website at: https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/open-enrollment
Middle School celebrated students who have displayed Bobcat Character during the first semester.
7th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- James Pierce
Mr. Kiburis- Makinley Miller and Evan Cretin
Ms. Kearns- Madison McNeal
Mrs. O'Leary- Mason Kaump and Arya Riley
Mr. Edwards- Matt Culp and Layla Mattheis
Mrs. Jones- Caliie Wauters and Vivian Hahn
8th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- Drake Anderson
Mrs. Miller- Ava Mitchell
Mr. Heinsius- Derek Stearns and Lily Franck
Mrs. Silbernagel- Aylee Perkins and Jaxson Veerhusen
Mrs. Mayrose- Beth Rashidi and Aidan Miller
Mr. Furler- Lacey Kruse and Trevor Ballard
7th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- James Pierce
Mr. Kiburis- Makinley Miller and Evan Cretin
Ms. Kearns- Madison McNeal
Mrs. O'Leary- Mason Kaump and Arya Riley
Mr. Edwards- Matt Culp and Layla Mattheis
Mrs. Jones- Caliie Wauters and Vivian Hahn
8th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- Drake Anderson
Mrs. Miller- Ava Mitchell
Mr. Heinsius- Derek Stearns and Lily Franck
Mrs. Silbernagel- Aylee Perkins and Jaxson Veerhusen
Mrs. Mayrose- Beth Rashidi and Aidan Miller
Mr. Furler- Lacey Kruse and Trevor Ballard
Middle School celebrated students who have displayed Bobcat Character during the first semester.
7th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- James Pierce
Mr. Kiburis- Makinley Miller and Evan Cretin
Ms. Kearns- Madison McNeal
Mrs. O'Leary- Mason Kaump and Arya Riley
Mr. Edwards- Matt Culp and Layla Mattheis
Mrs. Jones- Caliie Wauters and Vivian Hahn
8th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- Drake Anderson
Mrs. Miller- Ava Mitchell
Mr. Heinsius- Derek Stearns and Lily Franck
Mrs. Silbernagel- Aylee Perkins and Jaxson Veerhusen
Mrs. Mayrose- Beth Rashidi and Aidan Miller
Mr. Furler- Lacey Kruse and Trevor Ballard
7th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- James Pierce
Mr. Kiburis- Makinley Miller and Evan Cretin
Ms. Kearns- Madison McNeal
Mrs. O'Leary- Mason Kaump and Arya Riley
Mr. Edwards- Matt Culp and Layla Mattheis
Mrs. Jones- Caliie Wauters and Vivian Hahn
8th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- Drake Anderson
Mrs. Miller- Ava Mitchell
Mr. Heinsius- Derek Stearns and Lily Franck
Mrs. Silbernagel- Aylee Perkins and Jaxson Veerhusen
Mrs. Mayrose- Beth Rashidi and Aidan Miller
Mr. Furler- Lacey Kruse and Trevor Ballard
Middle School celebrated students who have displayed Bobcat Character during the first semester.
7th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- James Pierce
Mr. Kiburis- Makinley Miller and Evan Cretin
Ms. Kearns- Madison McNeal
Mrs. O'Leary- Mason Kaump and Arya Riley
Mr. Edwards- Matt Culp and Layla Mattheis
Mrs. Jones- Caliie Wauters and Vivian Hahn
8th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- Drake Anderson
Mrs. Miller- Ava Mitchell
Mr. Heinsius- Derek Stearns and Lily Franck
Mrs. Silbernagel- Aylee Perkins and Jaxson Veerhusen
Mrs. Mayrose- Beth Rashidi and Aidan Miller
Mr. Furler- Lacey Kruse and Trevor Ballard
7th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- James Pierce
Mr. Kiburis- Makinley Miller and Evan Cretin
Ms. Kearns- Madison McNeal
Mrs. O'Leary- Mason Kaump and Arya Riley
Mr. Edwards- Matt Culp and Layla Mattheis
Mrs. Jones- Caliie Wauters and Vivian Hahn
8th Grade Bobcat Character Award recipients:
Mrs. Hase- Drake Anderson
Mrs. Miller- Ava Mitchell
Mr. Heinsius- Derek Stearns and Lily Franck
Mrs. Silbernagel- Aylee Perkins and Jaxson Veerhusen
Mrs. Mayrose- Beth Rashidi and Aidan Miller
Mr. Furler- Lacey Kruse and Trevor Ballard
Kindergarten and Preschool Pre-Registration will be Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at both Atkins Elementary & Keystone Elementary.
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My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the relationships that I have built. Watching students grow over the years and being part of a community that truly supports kids and families makes Benton a place to belong.
Benton Community Basketball, Week of Jan. 26, 2026
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Benton girls’ basketball
Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Van Horne
Benton (5-9) 49, Vinton-Shellsburg (0-14-1) 31
VS 9 2 8 12 - 31
BC 10 14 17 8 - 49
Benton was 19 of 56 for field goals, 5 of 25 for three-pointers and 6 of 10 for free throws. Benton had 35 rebounds, 11 assists, 13 steals, three blocks, 19 turnovers and 18 fouls. Aubrey Kelly had 15 points. Talulah Schroeder had six rebounds. Kelly had three assists. Schroeder had four steals.
Vinton-Shellsburg was 8 of 34 for field goals, 2 of 10 for three-pointers, and 13 of 24 for free throws. They had 28 rebounds, six assists, 10 steals, three blocks 25 turnovers and 13 fouls.
Benton hosts Grinnell on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, hosts South Tama (4-10) on Friday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m. and travels to Monticello (9-5) on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. The game starts at 12:30 p.m. On Tuesday Feb. 3, Benton travels to Clear Creek Amana (13-0) with the game starting at 6 p.m. Benton hosts Williamsburg (11-4) on Friday, Feb. 6, at Van Horne. Action starts at 6:30 p.m.
Benton boys’ basketball
Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Van Horne
Vinton-Shellsburg (7-7) 75, Benton (7-6) 42
VS 22 13 21 19 - 75
BC 6 12 14 9 - 42
Benton was 13 of 45 for field goals, 3 of 15 for three-pointers and 13 of 18 for free throws. They had 28 rebounds, three assists, four steals, six blocks and 20 turnovers. Eli Patterson had 11 points for Benton and eight rebounds. Carson Pickering had two steals. Patterson and Cole Junge had two blocks each.
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Benton girls’ basketball
Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Van Horne
Benton (5-9) 49, Vinton-Shellsburg (0-14-1) 31
VS 9 2 8 12 - 31
BC 10 14 17 8 - 49
Benton was 19 of 56 for field goals, 5 of 25 for three-pointers and 6 of 10 for free throws. Benton had 35 rebounds, 11 assists, 13 steals, three blocks, 19 turnovers and 18 fouls. Aubrey Kelly had 15 points. Talulah Schroeder had six rebounds. Kelly had three assists. Schroeder had four steals.
Vinton-Shellsburg was 8 of 34 for field goals, 2 of 10 for three-pointers, and 13 of 24 for free throws. They had 28 rebounds, six assists, 10 steals, three blocks 25 turnovers and 13 fouls.
Benton hosts Grinnell on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, hosts South Tama (4-10) on Friday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m. and travels to Monticello (9-5) on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. The game starts at 12:30 p.m. On Tuesday Feb. 3, Benton travels to Clear Creek Amana (13-0) with the game starting at 6 p.m. Benton hosts Williamsburg (11-4) on Friday, Feb. 6, at Van Horne. Action starts at 6:30 p.m.
Benton boys’ basketball
Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Van Horne
Vinton-Shellsburg (7-7) 75, Benton (7-6) 42
VS 22 13 21 19 - 75
BC 6 12 14 9 - 42
Benton was 13 of 45 for field goals, 3 of 15 for three-pointers and 13 of 18 for free throws. They had 28 rebounds, three assists, four steals, six blocks and 20 turnovers. Eli Patterson had 11 points for Benton and eight rebounds. Carson Pickering had two steals. Patterson and Cole Junge had two blocks each.
My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is witnessing the growth in both students and staff. Our culture is built on continuous improvement, support, and encouragement, and it’s inspiring to see everyone striving to be better together. That shared commitment to growth and supporting one another is what truly makes being a Bobcat special.
Benton Community and Central Lutheran will be running a 2 hour late start schedule tomorrow, Monday, January 26. Please remember that there are no morning activities on a late start. Also, there is no breakfast served. The AM and PM preschool session times have been adjusted.
Due to the prediction of extreme cold and the safety of our staff and students, Benton Community & Central Lutheran will have a Student Virtual Learning Day tomorrow, Friday, January 23. Information about student expectations has been sent to students and families through email. Please reach out to your student's building with any specific questions. Thanks for your flexibility as we try this for the first time this school year.
Why Benton?
I chose Benton because it is home. The lasting relationships I built with my former teachers and coaches inspire me to form the same meaningful connections with my students.
I chose Benton because it is home. The lasting relationships I built with my former teachers and coaches inspire me to form the same meaningful connections with my students.
Kindergarten and Preschool Pre-Registration will be Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at both Atkins Elementary & Keystone Elementary.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
Why Benton?
I chose to work at Benton because my family moved back to the family farm. I grew up as a Bobcat and loved the strong community, traditions, and pride in the district. It has been a pleasure joining a school district with strong leadership, great co-workers, and supportive families.
Yes, she's a big deal. Happy 4th Birthday, Stella!
Why Benton?
It truly is a place to belong. The support from the entire Bobcat Community can be felt by all!!!
It truly is a place to belong. The support from the entire Bobcat Community can be felt by all!!!
Proud of our Benton Robotics teams!
This photo captures our high school team, Team 3788, in the pits with their pit display at the League Championships in Waterloo on Saturday. Both our high school and middle school teams competed with skill, teamwork, and determination.
Our high school team earned 2nd Place for the Connect Award, recognizing their strong outreach and community connections. Our middle school team was highly competitive throughout the event and was nominated for the Innovate Award, highlighting their creative engineering and problem-solving.
Great job to all our students, mentors, and supporters—we’re proud of the hard work and dedication you continue to show! 🎉
This photo captures our high school team, Team 3788, in the pits with their pit display at the League Championships in Waterloo on Saturday. Both our high school and middle school teams competed with skill, teamwork, and determination.
Our high school team earned 2nd Place for the Connect Award, recognizing their strong outreach and community connections. Our middle school team was highly competitive throughout the event and was nominated for the Innovate Award, highlighting their creative engineering and problem-solving.
Great job to all our students, mentors, and supporters—we’re proud of the hard work and dedication you continue to show! 🎉
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
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FOR SALE: Raised Garden Bed $500.00
Benton SkillsUSA recently made this raised garden at a carpentry competition. They will paint any color and deliver within Benton School District for free courtesy of SkillsUSA. Dimensions: W: 52.5" D: 52.5" H: 66"
Proceeds will go to Benton SkillsUSA.
Please contact Jacob Reid if interested or if you have any questions. jreid@benton.k12.ia.us
Benton SkillsUSA recently made this raised garden at a carpentry competition. They will paint any color and deliver within Benton School District for free courtesy of SkillsUSA. Dimensions: W: 52.5" D: 52.5" H: 66"
Proceeds will go to Benton SkillsUSA.
Please contact Jacob Reid if interested or if you have any questions. jreid@benton.k12.ia.us
Why Benton?
I chose Benton for its small, rural community atmosphere.
I chose Benton for its small, rural community atmosphere.
