What is your favorite thing about Benton? "I love the culture, traditions, and work ethic in this district! Everyone truly wants to do what is best for kids and takes pride in going above and beyond for the students and families we serve! Benton is a great place to be!"
First official day of high school practice for boys wrestling and boys basketball. Very exciting times in Bobcat Land!!:)
The Benton Community High School counseling office has invited a representative from ICAN to provide a free presentation on planning for life after high school for all sophomores, juniors, seniors, and their parents on Wednesday, November 15th at 5:30 p.m. in the BC High School Auditorium. For additional information or questions please contact the counseling office at 319-228-8701 ext. 1356
Parents!! Take the night off and support BC's Middle School Student Council. Register using the QR code.
Please check your email or go to the district webpage for information regarding our facilities surveys. https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/o/bcsd/page/district-info
Benton Community Hudl Camera
Benton Community is proud to stream our activities at the stadium and in the high school gym.
The new link to watch events is
https://fan.hudl.com/bobcatscast.com
Full disclosure... we are no longer aloud to stream to YouTube (not our choice) but rather we have to use HUDL TV.
Please pass this new link on to anyone wishing to watch a HS event at Benton Community.
The winner of the Van Horne Lions Club Peace poster is Benton's 8th-grade student, Anna Embretson. Congratulations, Anna!!
The Bobcat Chapter of the National Honor Society Induction Dinner and Ceremony was held on Tuesday, November 7th at Turner Hall in Keystone. Congratulations to all Current Members and the 2023 Inductees.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
**** Parents Night Out Event****
When: Friday, December 8th
Who: Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Where: Atkins Elementary
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
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
Google registration link and QR code below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UbBR4g0jobImURsMloSGDN9Viv_j1L5OgBmRNGCWNl4/edit?usp=sharing
There is still time to apply for a job shadow! Students in grades 10-12 are HIGHLY encouraged to participate in a job shadow. Already this year, almost 30 Benton students have gotten the opportunity to learn more about a career area of interest. Some of the businesses/organizations that have supported this by accepting students are Frontier Co-op, Virginia Gay Hospital, Keystone Communications, RE/MAX Concepts - Lisa Nolan, Kinze Manufacturing, Mount Mercy University, Theatre Cedar Rapids, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and more!
Reach out to Mr. Cretin with any additional questions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
https://www.kirkwood.edu/workplace-learning-connection/job-shadows/index
Kasey shares, "This will be my third year teaching at Benton Community. My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is seeing the students each day. I teach 10th Grade English and 10th Grade Honors English. I also teach Composition I and II for the concurrent enrollment classes. I am the advisor for the D&D club as well. I am blessed to have the opportunity to teach the students of this district and I am thankful for all the students I have taught."
There will be a Post-Secondary and Community Service Resource Fair at the MS/HS on Wednesday, November 15th. Please see the flyer for details on the organizations that will be present to share information and answer questions. This is for all!
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 8.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
Why Benton? "I chose Benton Community because of the family feel when I got here 25 years ago. The willingness for staff to help was second to none. It is this togetherness that builds a community and makes it a place to belong."
Board elections take place today, Tuesday, November 7th. Scan the QR code below to find your polling location.
A favorite Benton tradition honoring all Veterans is this Friday, November 10th at 9:30 a.m.
My name is Cynda Mehlert and I am in my 13th year of teaching. I am a Special Education Teacher at Atkins Elementary but have taught in multiple buildings and grade levels throughout my 10 years here at Benton Community. My favorite part about being a Bobcat is that I am able to consistently teach in inclusive environments and classrooms that promote acceptance among all students.
Benton Community Girls Wrestling... these girls are working extremely hard and learning so much!! Bobcat Pride!!:)
Benton Community Middle School Wrestling... 31 young men out for wrestling in Bobcat Land and they are working extremely hard. Go Cats!!:)
Benton Community Girls Basketball... First practice for the defending state runner up LadyCats!!:)
