Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
As we spend time with family and loved ones, let us also take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this important day.
BC Golf Camp details!
Boys and Girls State Golf Spirit Walk
Best of Luck to Braiden Moore(Jr.) and Coaches Jeremy Suiter and Tyler Comisky at Boys State Golf Tournament.
We wish the best to our Girls Golf headed to State: Halle Sobaski (Jr.), Madelyn Kenny (Jr.), Hailey Suiter (Sr.), Katelyn Covington (Jr.), Avery Kramer (Jr.), and Bristol Kahle (Soph.) and Coach Travis Dirks
Best of Luck to Braiden Moore(Jr.) and Coaches Jeremy Suiter and Tyler Comisky at Boys State Golf Tournament.
We wish the best to our Girls Golf headed to State: Halle Sobaski (Jr.), Madelyn Kenny (Jr.), Hailey Suiter (Sr.), Katelyn Covington (Jr.), Avery Kramer (Jr.), and Bristol Kahle (Soph.) and Coach Travis Dirks
Benton Soccer, week of Monday, May 18
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Jim Magdefrau photo credit- Haley McMahon with a save for Benton Community against Marion
Benton Girls Soccer
Monday, May 18, 2026, at Van Horne
Marion 1, Benton 1
Goals – Ellie Williamson 1
Shots on goal – Ava Rinholen 1, Ellie Williamson 1, Emily Kulbartz 1
Goal keeping – Haley McMahon, 1 goal allowed, 20 saves
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Van Horne
Independence 3, Benton 0
Shots on goal – Victory Dursky 1, Ava Rinholen 1, Maci Andrew 1, Avary Tjelmeland 1, Aubrey Krueger 1
Goal keeping – Haley McMahan, 3 goals allowed, 18 saves
Benton (6-6-3) travels to Center Point-Urbana (5-7-2) on Thursday, May 28, in Class 1A Region 3 soccer action. The match starts at 7 p.m.
Benton Boys Soccer
Monday, May 18, 2026, at South Tama
2A-3 First Round
South Tama 2, Benton 0
Statistics are coming.
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Jim Magdefrau photo credit- Haley McMahon with a save for Benton Community against Marion
Benton Girls Soccer
Monday, May 18, 2026, at Van Horne
Marion 1, Benton 1
Goals – Ellie Williamson 1
Shots on goal – Ava Rinholen 1, Ellie Williamson 1, Emily Kulbartz 1
Goal keeping – Haley McMahon, 1 goal allowed, 20 saves
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Van Horne
Independence 3, Benton 0
Shots on goal – Victory Dursky 1, Ava Rinholen 1, Maci Andrew 1, Avary Tjelmeland 1, Aubrey Krueger 1
Goal keeping – Haley McMahan, 3 goals allowed, 18 saves
Benton (6-6-3) travels to Center Point-Urbana (5-7-2) on Thursday, May 28, in Class 1A Region 3 soccer action. The match starts at 7 p.m.
Benton Boys Soccer
Monday, May 18, 2026, at South Tama
2A-3 First Round
South Tama 2, Benton 0
Statistics are coming.
The Benton County Historic Preservation Commission asked artists to design an artwork that answered the question, “What Does America Mean to You?” Benton artists in 4th through 8th grades submitted artworks and the Commission selected the Top 5 entries from each grade level. Selected artworks will be on display June through July at the Benton County Courthouse in Vinton!
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Blairstown American Legion Auxiliary Awards Top 4 Poppy Posters
Benton is second at regional golf
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Girls Golf Region 4
Stone Creek Golf Club
Williamsburg, IA
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Williamsburg +47
Benton +58
Washington +108
West Liberty +112
Assumption +128
Fort Madison +128
Marion +147
Central DeWitt +149
Keokuk +152
Vinton-Shellsburg +169
Benton results
1 Halle Sobaski 73
5 Madelyn Kenny 83
12 Katelyn Covington 91
13 Hailey Suiter 95
20 Avery Kramer 101
33 Bristol Kahle 106
State Meet, May 28-29
Pheasant Ridge Golf Course, Cedar Falls
Qualifiers will be listed when available.
The top two teams in each region advance to the next level of play.
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Girls Golf Region 4
Stone Creek Golf Club
Williamsburg, IA
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Williamsburg +47
Benton +58
Washington +108
West Liberty +112
Assumption +128
Fort Madison +128
Marion +147
Central DeWitt +149
Keokuk +152
Vinton-Shellsburg +169
Benton results
1 Halle Sobaski 73
5 Madelyn Kenny 83
12 Katelyn Covington 91
13 Hailey Suiter 95
20 Avery Kramer 101
33 Bristol Kahle 106
State Meet, May 28-29
Pheasant Ridge Golf Course, Cedar Falls
Qualifiers will be listed when available.
The top two teams in each region advance to the next level of play.
BC Girls Golf is State Bound! Here is the link to order a State t-shirt to support the girls.
https://stores.teamelitesports.com/benton_girls_golf/shop/home
https://stores.teamelitesports.com/benton_girls_golf/shop/home
Benton Community Girls Golf Team qualifies for the State Golf Tournament. Halle Sobaski is medalist as she shot an incredible 1 over par 73! Congratulations, Lady Cats!!
Norway American Legion Auxiliary Celebrates 4th Grade Poppy Poster Participation
COME TEST DRIVE A BUS! Benton Community Transportation is hosting a Bus Test Drive Event.
When: Wednesday, June 10 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
This is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
*Meet Transportation Staff
*Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions?
Contact Tim Lyons at tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us OR Kristi Wright at krwright@benton.k12.ia.us
SPORTS – 3A district golf tourney advances Braiden Moore to state
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Class 3A District Boys’ Golf
Gardner Memorial Golf Course, Marion
May 18, 2026
Medalist – Grady Oleson 68
Benton: Braiden Moore, 74. Qualified for state.
Spring Golf State Tournament
Tuesday, May 26, and Wednesday, May 27
Gates Park Golf Course, Waterloo
2026 IHSAA 3A State Golf Qualifiers
Note: Awaiting 1 District Still to Play
3A Golf at Gates Park Golf Course in Waterloo
Teams
Marion
Solon
Independence
MOC-Floyd Valley
Okoboji
Spencer
Des Moines Christian
Knoxville
Atlantic
Individuals
Braiden Moore, Benton, 11
Jacob Stevens, Decorah, 10
Jaizik Miller, Spirit Lake, 11
Trey Boettcher, Storm Lake, 11
Caden Fredericksen, Cherokee, 12
Cade Birdsell, Humboldt, 11
Parker Rogers, Nevada, 11
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Class 3A District Boys’ Golf
Gardner Memorial Golf Course, Marion
May 18, 2026
Medalist – Grady Oleson 68
Benton: Braiden Moore, 74. Qualified for state.
Spring Golf State Tournament
Tuesday, May 26, and Wednesday, May 27
Gates Park Golf Course, Waterloo
2026 IHSAA 3A State Golf Qualifiers
Note: Awaiting 1 District Still to Play
3A Golf at Gates Park Golf Course in Waterloo
Teams
Marion
Solon
Independence
MOC-Floyd Valley
Okoboji
Spencer
Des Moines Christian
Knoxville
Atlantic
Individuals
Braiden Moore, Benton, 11
Jacob Stevens, Decorah, 10
Jaizik Miller, Spirit Lake, 11
Trey Boettcher, Storm Lake, 11
Caden Fredericksen, Cherokee, 12
Cade Birdsell, Humboldt, 11
Parker Rogers, Nevada, 11
The best part of being a Bobcat is our amazing community of students and parents, our deep traditions create a sense of pride that connects every one of us. The Bobcat Pride makes everyone feel like they belong to something special.
Employment opportunities may be found at https://www.applitrack.com/benton/onlineapp/
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BC Artist Spotlight- Berlanie Adolfo - 4th Grade Norway Intermediate
BOYS STATE GOLF QUALIFIER!!
Congratulations and good luck to BC Junior, Braiden Moore!
Congratulations and good luck to BC Junior, Braiden Moore!
Reminders: No classes Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.
The last day of school is Wednesday, May 27. School will dismiss at 1:00 pm.
The last day of school is Wednesday, May 27. School will dismiss at 1:00 pm.
Congratulations to Kaeson Louis, BC Senior, who competed at the Industrial Technology Expo. Kaeson received the following awards:
Beginner Wood Project-2nd Place
Intermediate Wood Project-1st Place
Advanced Metals and Overall Best Metal Project-1st place
Beginner Wood Project-2nd Place
Intermediate Wood Project-1st Place
Advanced Metals and Overall Best Metal Project-1st place
A huge thank you to Jeremy with Haven Enterprises for taking the time to work with Mr. Reid's HS construction class; teaching students how to make trusses! We appreciate him sharing his knowledge and real-world experience with our students. He did a fantastic job, and our students learned so much from the hands-on experience. Thank you for supporting career and technical education.
