BC High School Student Council is hosting a Toy Drive December 1st through December 12th. Donations can be dropped off at the MS/HS daily or at the basketball games on Dec. 5th and Dec. 11th.
"My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the ways in which our students, staff, alumni, and community members are All In for Benton Community! We are proud parents of a recent alum and have a 5th and 7th grade student at Benton-the student experience is outstanding!"
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 29.
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Happy Thanksgiving Day!
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Why Benton? "I chose to teach at Benton because of the small town atmosphere, where students and parents are encouraged to be active and involved. On top of that, Benton has numerous options available for our students, whether it be sports, the fine arts or clubs. Many of our students are involved in multiple activities, sometimes several in one season. All of this really bolsters the sense of community."
Parents, great night to plan some holiday shopping or Christmas gift wrapping without the kiddos!
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Monday, November 20.
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The Benton Community Post-Secondary & Community Services Resource Fair was a great opportunity for students, families, and staff to engage with partners from the area about options and supports available to our students outside of our system. Many thanks for all who organized, attended, and shared resources!
Many thanks to ICAN for presenting to BC families regarding planning and paying for college. Also, thanks to Kirkwood for sponsoring ICAN services and the presentation in our district.
It has been a busy afternoon and evening at attendance centers throughout the district! We are so thankful to have parents as partners in their student's learning joujrney. This is more evidence of TEAMWORK in action at Benton CSD!
It has been a busy afternoon and evening at attendance centers throughout the district! We are so thankful to have parents as partners in their student's learning journey. This is more evidence of TEAMWORK in action at Benton CSD!
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 15.
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Benton Community will be hosting a Post-Secondary & Community Services Resource Fair on November 15th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Student Center at the MS/HS. Although it will be held at the MS/HS building, this resource fair is open to ALL students and families, not just those at the secondary level.
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
The winner of the Van Horne Lions Club Peace poster is Benton's 8th-grade student, Anna Embretson. Congratulations, Anna!!
The Bobcat Chapter of the National Honor Society Induction Dinner and Ceremony was held on Tuesday, November 7th at Turner Hall in Keystone. Congratulations to all Current Members and the 2023 Inductees.
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**** Parents Night Out Event****
When: Friday, December 8th
Who: Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Where: Atkins Elementary
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Hosted by:
Benton Middle School Student Council
Cost: $15 for 1st child & $10 for each additional child
Crafts, games, snacks, and more!
Register before or at the time of the event!
**If you have any questions, email: ajones@benton.k12.ia.us
Google registration link and QR code below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UbBR4g0jobImURsMloSGDN9Viv_j1L5OgBmRNGCWNl4/edit?usp=sharing
There is still time to apply for a job shadow! Students in grades 10-12 are HIGHLY encouraged to participate in a job shadow. Already this year, almost 30 Benton students have gotten the opportunity to learn more about a career area of interest. Some of the businesses/organizations that have supported this by accepting students are Frontier Co-op, Virginia Gay Hospital, Keystone Communications, RE/MAX Concepts - Lisa Nolan, Kinze Manufacturing, Mount Mercy University, Theatre Cedar Rapids, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and more!
Reach out to Mr. Cretin with any additional questions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
https://www.kirkwood.edu/workplace-learning-connection/job-shadows/index
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.
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