All Activities are Cancelled and All Buildings are Closed @ Benton Community TODAY, Friday, February 20th.
Stay Safe and Warm!
Stay Safe and Warm!
Benton Community and Central Lutheran will be closed on Friday, February 20th. Stay safe & warm!
Mark your calendars!
My favorite thing about being a bobcat is building relationships with students and watching them grow. I am grateful for a school culture that has a strong work ethic, meaningful traditions, and supportive co-workers!
Reminder: There is no school on Monday, February 16, 2026!
This is a professional development day for staff.
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This is a professional development day for staff.
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Happy National School Resource Officer Day! Shout-out to Deputy Tiffany DeBoer for protecting our kids, supporting our school, and making a difference every single day!
Please join us in congratulating Kristi Wright on her appointment as Transportation Director for the 2026–2027 school year, pending board approval!
Currently, Kristi serves as the assistant to Tim Lyons, Transportation Director. During this time, she has gained valuable experience, built strong relationships with our drivers and families, and demonstrated a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of our students. She brings a wealth of knowledge of the district and our transportation department, which will ensure a smooth and seamless transition in leadership.
Kristi will step into this role following Tim’s retirement. We are incredibly grateful to Tim for his years of dedicated service and the lasting impact he has made on our district.
We are excited for Kristi’s leadership and the continued strength of our transportation team. Congratulations, Kristi!
Currently, Kristi serves as the assistant to Tim Lyons, Transportation Director. During this time, she has gained valuable experience, built strong relationships with our drivers and families, and demonstrated a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of our students. She brings a wealth of knowledge of the district and our transportation department, which will ensure a smooth and seamless transition in leadership.
Kristi will step into this role following Tim’s retirement. We are incredibly grateful to Tim for his years of dedicated service and the lasting impact he has made on our district.
We are excited for Kristi’s leadership and the continued strength of our transportation team. Congratulations, Kristi!
Why Benton?
As a former student of Benton, who was blessed with many opportunities, I chose to continue at Benton, as a teacher. I love that Benton is large enough to provide academic, athletic, and social opportunities, while remaining small enough to provide a real sense of community. Having grown up here, I was able to participate in many activities. I wanted to provide my family with those same opportunities, and educate students in a district that truly cares about each and every child.
As a former student of Benton, who was blessed with many opportunities, I chose to continue at Benton, as a teacher. I love that Benton is large enough to provide academic, athletic, and social opportunities, while remaining small enough to provide a real sense of community. Having grown up here, I was able to participate in many activities. I wanted to provide my family with those same opportunities, and educate students in a district that truly cares about each and every child.
We are so excited about all of the students who have already enrolled in 3PK, 4PK & Kindergarten for next year! Missed the registration night? No worries - please reach out to Atkins Elementary, Keystone Elementary or our Central Office to register.
My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is being surrounded by dedicated teachers who always put students first, families who are actively involved in their children's education, and the best students who make every day so rewarding!
Kindergarten and Preschool Pre-Registration is TODAY Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at both Atkins Elementary & Keystone Elementary.
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Happy National School Counseling Week!
This is a great time to recognize our wonderful school counselors who support our students every day. Their patience, empathy, and unwavering support help our students succeed academically, socially and emotionally. Their commitment makes a lasting difference in our school community.
Thanks for all that you do!
This is a great time to recognize our wonderful school counselors who support our students every day. Their patience, empathy, and unwavering support help our students succeed academically, socially and emotionally. Their commitment makes a lasting difference in our school community.
Thanks for all that you do!
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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
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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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 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.
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.
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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