Benton Community School District

Open House is such a special time for students, families, and teachers. The buzz of the start of a new school year is in the air with smiling faces and reconnections fill the hall...

The heat advisory is finally gone, but our 23-24 school year is still heating up! Our buildings opened doors to students and families at Open House on August 21st, but our welcom...

At Benton Community, Instructional Coaches use the Student-Centered Coaching approach when supporting teachers. This approach places the needs, interests, and learning goals of st...

Dear Benton Bobcats, The City of Atkins has issued an advisory to boil all water before consumption. Due to this situation, the Atkins Elementary building and specifically the fo...

The spaces throughout Benton Community were alive with anticipation and enthusiasm as students and staff came together for a highly anticipated first day of school on Wednesday, A...

“What did you do this summer?” Many of us took a trip, went camping, spent time with family and friends or found some fun activity to create special memories. Many of Benton Commu...

Hello 7-12 Grade Parents, It is with great pleasure that I get to introduce to you one of our newest Bobcats. Meet Stella. Stella is a Professional Therapy Dog. Stella is a Lab...

I wanted to inform you of all the exciting opportunities that await your students and how you can be involved at Benton Community! Q) How do I find out what is going on? ...

Benton Community Schools Transportation Department, like the rest of the nation, is experiencing a school bus driver shortage. With less than one week left until the start of the ...

Effective communication between school and home is crucial for a child's overall development and success in education. It helps foster a supportive and collaborative environment t...

Dear Families, Home/School communication is vital for student achievement. In order to promote a positive start to the school year, we’d like to communicate with you our plan f...

Please CLICK HERE for the 2023-2024 Free & Reduced Meal Application and apply online. For more information please CLICK HERE .

Congratulations to our girl's Softball team on their win against the 2022 State Champs! https://www.kcrg.com/2023/06/2...

As we wrapped up another successful school year it is time to reflect on our success and celebrations. We have not only focused on academic progress but also focused heavily on th...

The Classes of 2027 and 2028 combined to have a fantastic school year in our Middle School. We implemented some new learning opportunities this year. Microcourses were designed by...

As the academic year draws to a close, we at Benton Community MS/HS reflect on a year filled with both celebrations and difficult moments. As the High School principal, I could no...

Reflecting on the end of yet another school year, a statement comes to mind… “The days are long, but the years are short.” This rings true yet again for our students, families, c...

Benton Community Scholarship Winners Atkins American Legion Auxiliary - Makenna Olson, Hannah Woodley Atkins American Legion - Cameron Keiper Atkins Community Club Scholar...

My favorite thing about teaching is building long lasting relationships with new students and families every year. When students feel valued, heard, and loved, even the most reluc...