Benton MS/HS

A balanced lifting program that includes plyometrics is essential for developing overall strength, power, and athletic performance while reducing the risk of injury. Traditional re...

This fall, our 8th-grade science class took on an exciting challenge to better understand the forces of gravity and kinetic energy. We began by learning how gravity pulls obj...

Engagement is key to successful learning, particularly with an emphasis on vocabulary in the English classroom. This fall, freshmen took a deep dive into mastering vocabulary words...

We started the Halloween festivities a little early in Sophomore English with our Monstrum Poetica Blackout Poetry Unit! Students were tasked with exploring the eerie world of mo...

This summer, members of the Benton Spanish Club embarked on an unforgettable educational journey across Spain and Germany. Our group began their travels in Germany, where we visite...

This season, the Benton Theatre department invites audiences to experience SpongeBob the Musical — a colorful, high-energy production that’s not only entertaining but also an inc...

As a Physical Education teacher and Coach in the Benton Community School District, the weight room and its complementary locations are extremely important to me. As such, this summ...

Benton Community’s World History class serves as a graduation requirement, and is generally the social studies class taken by students during their sophomore year of high school. I...

Homecoming buttons, murals around the school and community, props and backdrops for the Band, Musical and Play, staff appreciation mugs, and the annual Blood Drive, all events, act...

In smaller communities, traditions like homecoming are more than just a football game or parade—they are the heartbeat of the community. Each year, alumni, students, families, and ...

As a new school year begins, students and teachers alike embark on a fresh academic journey filled with goals, challenges, and opportunities. One of the most important steps in set...

Each spring, 8th and 10th grade students at Benton Community Middle/High School participate in the Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP) for science. The ISASP is t...

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The Counseling Office has been active as we begin the new school year. Student schedules have been updated and finalized, ensuring that each student is placed in the appropriate...

The annual New Teacher Orientation Day has become a tradition that brings together Benton’s teacher leaders and new staff to launch the school year with collaboration, learning, an...

Welcome, Bobcat Families, Staff & Supporters! We’re excited to kick off another great year at Benton Community! Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the district, t...

After 17 unforgettable years, it's time for me to say goodbye to Benton Community Schools. Benton has been a place that has been so much more than just where I worked. It has been ...

As we head into the summer months, I want to thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your child’s growth and well-being. While summer offers a well-deserved break ...

Breakfast plays a crucial role in setting students up for success throughout the school day. Eating a healthy breakfast provides the energy and nutrients the body and brain need to...

The month of April was a busy, but successful one, in the Benton Art Department. The month started with our Annual Benton Art Show at the Middle School/ High School, and ended wit...