The Art Club/ FCCLA Blood Drive last week went well, 17 units were donated. The Blood Center has what they call a "Life Savings Grant", where if we meet a specific goal, they give us money to donate to a cause. In the past we've given the money to Camp Courageous in Monticello.
We had more than enough signed up to donate, but due to various deferrals, not everyone who signed up could donate. So currently, we are three short of our goal. However, if anyone is interested in donating, it can be counted towards Benton's total. The donation just has to be done within the week.
I asked the coordinator if they were doing any drives in the community during that time, and sadly there are not. So you'd have to go into the center in Cedar Rapids.
So please do consider, as they are in desperate need of donations. (If you've donated in the past you already know this due to the calls, texts and emails you've probably received).
Join us as we celebrate Veterans.
Reminder: If you have lost, jewelry, keys, or earbuds that lost and found is located in the Activities Office with Mrs. Eggert. The custodians bring small items to the office and put all clothing and shoes in the lost and found underneath the stairs by the History wing.
Stop by the IMC to browse the Book Fair. We will be open for shopping Wednesday 7:30-Noon. You can also shop online at:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/bcmshs
Boys interested in playing basketball there will be a meeting TODAY during Bobcat Time. The 10th grade boys meet in the student center and 11th and 12th grade boys meet in Mr. Trainer's room.
Bowlers practice starts tonight at Turner Lanes in Keystone. If you are riding the shuttle bus it is bus #14, Paul Bierschenk's bus.
Iowa State Cheerleading Championship Results. Great job Bobcats!
Booster Apparel Sale! These would make some good Christmas gifts.
Store closes on 11/17
Apparel will be back 12/7
Thank you for your support.
https://5il.co/11htp
This Sunday, November 7th, the Benton Community FFA Chapter is hosting our annual Veterans Benefit Breakfast with all proceeds going to the Benton County Veterans Affairs to help out our local veterans. Hope to see you there!
FYI---Tonight's MS Wrestling meet is at the South Tama High School.
It was originally slated to be at the MS...but again...it is now at the HS!
Seniors: The cap and gown money due date has changed to Nov. 17th. Herff Jones will be here during conferences.
**Frosty windshields** Take the extra time to scrape or defrost morning windshields. Deputy Brandt will be on the lookout for those to be cleared on your way in. A scraper is cheaper than a ticket.
The Benton Community School District Theatre Department presents the musical, Cinderella!
There are still plenty of tickets available for all of the performances of “Cinderella” If you would like tickets, please stop by the Activities office and see Amy. You can also call at 319-228-8701 ext 1357 or email at aeggert@benton.k12.ia.us. You will be able to purchase tickets at the door. Performances are tonight, Friday and Saturday at 7:00 and Sunday at 2:00. Tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for students (Pre-K - 12) and seniors (60+).
Students in Mrs. Bange’s Senior English class were using graphic organizers to help outline the victims and suspects while listening to a mystery podcast. Students will weigh the evidence and draw conclusions to determine guilt or innocence.
HS Wrestling: there will be a HS wrestling meeting TODAY during Bobcat Time for all athletes who are planning on wrestling this season. Please bring a device with you to the meeting.
Speech: Please email or talk to Mrs. Bange if you are interested in signing up for speech.
NHS Informational Meeting: there will be an informational meeting for any Juniors or Seniors that are interested in applying for NHS. The meeting will be on Friday at 2:15, and the end of Block 4 in the auditorium. You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 in order to apply for NHS.
Iowa State Cheerleading Championships
Fall Drivers Ed: An email has gone out from Mr. Goodchild with a google form to fill out to participate in Drivers Ed. You MUST be signed up by Thursday at Noon. Classes will start on Monday, November 8. If you did not receive the email, please stop in the Activities office and see Mrs. Eggert.
