Benton Community School District

Currently in Algebra 2, students are starting to explore exponential equations. In our current unit, students are working on writing equations that model exponential growth/decay ...

There are several health forms needed to be submitted throughout a child's elementary years. Each student at every grade level is required by the Iowa Immunization Law to have a ...

The Benton Community Girls Wrestling team earned academic all-state team honors during the 2025-2026 season by the Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association. To qualify for...

Keystone kindergarteners have been visiting the care center monthly, where they spend meaningful time with the residents. With bright smiles and eager energy, the children share st...

From the first rehearsals in August to a grand finale in our nation’s capital, the Benton Community Middle and High School choir departments have shared a year defined by musical e...

Our district’s school counseling program is designed to support the growth and success of EVERY student. The school counselor is not just someone students see when there is a probl...

In February, the Iowa Department of Education announced the first annual Iowa School Bus Safety Week Poster Contest. The inaugural theme is “Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes”. Benton C...

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Every year on March 21, is a day dedicated to celebrating people with down syndrome. “ Down syndrome is a genetic condition caused when an unusual cell division results in an extra...

Benton Community 7th graders are hard at work in the math classroom. Outside of taking notes, homework, and assessments, it is important for students to learn in an engaging way. A...

As the director of the high school band I have the privilege of working with some of the best, brightest, and most well rounded students Benton Community has to offer, those of cou...

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” This quote from Arthur Ashe is a powerful reminder that progress doesn’t require perfect conditions. It guides us to star...

Every year, the middle school students are given the opportunity to participate in the Solo and Ensemble contest that we hold at the high school. This year's event was on March 5th...

You might be wondering who I am, and that’s okay. My name is Chloe Smith and I have been teaching elementary music for over 7 years now. This is my first year at Benton Community a...

Each day, I get to meet with students during lunch in small groups. It has been a great way to build relationships with all students, and have some extra time to focus on different...

First graders recently completed a Valentine’s-themed heart giraffe project! We did a step-by-step guided drawing together, and then students chose their own colors for their giraf...

Each semester, seventh grade students read a whole class novel by April Henry. The main character in the novel uses a guide dog and students are able to learn more about the differ...

The Benton 8th grade boys’ basketball program had a strong and memorable 2026 season, highlighted by growth, teamwork, and steady improvement across all three teams. The A-team fin...

Our preschool classrooms are currently being filled with imagination, creativity, and a whole lot of “three”! During our special “Three Littles” study, students explore three class...