Atkins Elementary

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

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

Board elections take place today, Tuesday, November 7th. Scan the QR code below to find your polling location.

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.

Stella and Mrs. Nesbitt toured the elementary centers at different points this week. A few pictures from Stella's visit to Atkins Elementary are below. She is a celebrity wherever she goes!

Benton Community buildings are all focused on GRATITUDE as a word and skill area of study this month. Dr. Bieschke and Mrs. Selk traveled the district this morning to provide staff with a sweet treat and share words of appreciation and gratitude. We are so grateful to have such a dedicated group of individuals supporting students throughout the district in a variety of roles.

Board elections take place on Tuesday, November 7th. Scan the QR code below to find your polling location. If you need help identifying your polling location, please reach out to our Central Office staff at 319-228-8701.

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 1. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, October 25. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

#BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Benton Community is so fortunate to have so many wonderful, caring associates that support students and systems in a variety of ways.

"The best thing about being a BOBCAT is the atmosphere of the community is like that of a close family. We are supportive of one another and look after each other’s children as if they are our own. "

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, October 18. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

We had some special guests today from the Atkins Fire Department. Thank you for teaching our students about fire safety and showing them what equipment your trucks carry.

"I chose Benton because of our culture and beliefs we have in learning and educating our students. Benton is a place to belong and great learning opportunities happen here everyday. All staff are committed to the students they see and serve. As a parent of a child who also attends Benton, that is what I want for my own family, a school culture that truly puts students first."

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, October 11. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

#BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Mrs. Nesbitt was selected to present about Benton's work around mental health at the state's school mental health awareness conference, IowaBEST. Stella joined her but decided to take a snooze on the stage.

Staff participated in a variety of activities during yesterday's early dismissal. It was the MSHS staff's turn to review state assessment data and elementary buildings participated in learning around effective classroom practices.