Atkins Elementary

The start of the school year for all employees begins with professional development and our annual opening ceremony in the MS/HS auditorium. This event has stood the test of time ...

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...

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 ...

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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...

The Benton Theatre department would like to invite students in grades K-8 to join us for Rising Stars Theatre Camp. The camp will be held on June 5th - 9th and June 12th - 16th. T...

Mary started working at Benton in the fall of 1997, when her youngest started 3rd grade. Before that she volunteered at the Atkins center and substituted for food service in 3 of...

When you walk into Ms. Bolar’s Kindergarten classroom all the students will tell you about their Desk Pets. So you may be wondering, what is a desk pet? They are a friend, learne...

First Round Post-Season Soccer is on Monday, May 15. We are hosting two games on Monday. At 5:30 the boys will be playing Anamosa and at 7:30 the girls will be playing Monticello....

Girls State Track Store: See the following link for apparel for girls state track. The store closes at midnight on Sunday. https://stores.teamelitesports... Boys State Track ...

Field Day. What are some memories that come to mind when you hear those words? Relays, races, water, treats, competition, teamwork, and laughter are a few that staff have used to ...

The class has bloomed in their learning this year in Alternative Kindergarten! We are learning all about plants. Our class spent time during this theme studying different types ...

When we think about the mental and emotional development of our students, it can be hard to know where to turn when we see students that are in need of support, skill development,...

On Tuesday, April 25, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a partnership with the National Child Identification program. This program will provide all students k-12 with an...

Benton Community has the best PTO! They sponsored the Atkins kindergartners so we could go on a field trip to Dan and Debbie’s Creamery. The kindergartners learned how Dan and Deb...

Benton Girls Summer Wrestling Camp will be from June 6-8 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for girls entering 1st-12th grade next fall. Registrations are due back by Monday, May 19. Any quest...