Atkins Elementary

Homecoming Parade Route Information: The Parade beings at 1:30 Friday, Sept. 30th. Members of the public will be in front of the Van Horne Elementary building on 3rd Ave. The pep rally will be held in the gym, directly following the parade. Go Bobcats! #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

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Tammy Franck teaches Kindergarten at the Atkins Center. This is her first year teaching at Benton, but her 18th year teaching Kindergarten. Her family moved to a farm north of Newhall and is enjoying country living! Tammy grew up as a Bobcat and is happy to be back! She enjoys spending time cheering on her 3 boys at sporting events, attending ISU games, and being active outdoors!

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Important information concerning after school turnaround pickup. This will begin on Friday, September 23rd.

Homecoming week is next week. Here are the dress up days!

Cooler weather will be here before we know it. Please send appropriate clothing for outdoor recess. Keep in mind that our students have before school recess when the weather is cooler than the high temperature for the day!

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Meet our new Alternative Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Mitchell!

More pictures from DOT Day!!

DOT Day fun!

A new radar speed sign was installed and is now fully operational outside the High School! This sign will give drivers a visual warning to ensure they have slowed to 25 miles per hour prior to entering the school zone. Special thanks to Benton County Secondary Roads, the City of Van Horne, Benton Community Maintenance staff, and Deputy Brandt for putting this in place. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Thursday, September 15 is International DOT Day! Be creative, come to school dressed in dots!

Ms. Keri’s PM preschoolers worked together to follow the group plan in order make apple pies for a special snack!

Meet Mrs. Franck!

Mrs. Lange’s first graders each got to adopt a class pet as a golden ticket reward! They will create habitats and make sure they are well taken care of!

I am currently the instructional coach at Atkins Elementary, starting my seventh year here. I have also taught K-3 Intervention, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade during my 6 other years in the district. I love to spend time outside with my family including my two sons, Beau and Jace, who keep me very busy! I also enjoy reading, watching HGTV, and cooking for my family.

Meet a new 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. Mnayer!

Deputy Tyler Brandt is in his 3rd year as a School Resource Officer. He strives to be a positive influence and resource for the students. Deputy Brandt enjoys spending time with his family, camping, and DIY projects.

Come see us in Blairstown tomorrow, Saturday, September 3, for the Sauerkraut Days Parade! The parade starts at 10:00 a.m. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong