Funds generated from the VPPEL would be used to complete renovations to indoor learning environments. Examples of those renovations could include flooring, wall coverings, ceilings/lighting, electrical, ADA accessibility and more.
2 months ago, Central Office
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, February 21. Also, there will be Parent/Teacher Conferences for grades 7-12 only from 2:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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2 months ago, Central Office
Why Benton? "I chose Benton because it is my home. I was born in the district, I live in the district, and my children go to Benton. Benton Community is the definition of family."
2 months ago, Central Office
One of the priority areas identified to address with the funds from the VPPEL is safety and security enhancements in all attendance centers throughout the district.
2 months ago, Central Office
HVAC updates in each building throughout the district is a priority area for the funds that would be generated by the VPPEL.
2 months ago, Central Office
There is no school today, Monday, February 19th. It is a PK-12 Professional Development Day.
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2 months ago, Central Office
Benton Community has one of the lowest tax levy rates in Iowa. BC has the lowest rate within our immediate area. Even with a levy increase with the VPPEL, Benton Community would continue to have the lowest rate in the area.
2 months ago, Central Office
Almost 85% of school districts in Iowa have a VPPEL in place to help pay for maintenance and improvements.
2 months ago, Central Office
Teamwork is a core value at Benton. Early outs on Wednesdays provide our staff with time for collaboration. Increasing capacity in the area of writing and Universal Design for Learning were two of the focuses within our system today.
2 months ago, Anna Selk
There are tax calculators that help estimate the impact of the VPPEL on your property tax. They take pieces like the state property roll-backs into consideration. Want to get an estimate for your property? Our team at Central Office can help with that!
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319-228-8701, x-1503
2 months ago, Central Office
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, February 14.
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2 months ago, Central Office
1700 voter & stakeholder survey responses led to the priority areas set by the board.
1. Safety & Security Enhancements
2. HVAC Updates
3. Indoor Renovations
4. Outdoor Renovations
2 months ago, Central Office
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Friday, February 9.
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3 months ago, Central Office
If you want to learn more about the VPPEL yourself or have information about the VPPEL shared with a group you're part of, you can reach out to our team at Central Office and we will arrange a time to meet or visit on the phone.
Benton CSD Central Office
319-228-8701, ext-1503
3 months ago, Central Office
Funds generated from the VPPEL would be used for renovations to outdoor areas at all attendance centers. Examples of those renovations could include tuckpoint work, landscaping, signage, playgrounds, doors, roof repair, and more.
3 months ago, Central Office
Benton Retiree Luncheon Monday, February 19, 2024 Benton Community MS/HS 12:00-1:30 pm We had such a positive experience bringing people together in August, we'd like to do it again! Former staff will have the opportunity to connect with each other, connect with current staff, and hear Dr. Bieschke provide an update on the state of the district in a "Bobcat Pulse" conversation. This event is open to any former employee from Benton Community. Please RSVP on or before February 15 to Karen Lough at 319-228-8701 or
klough@benton.k12.ia.us.
3 months ago, Central Office
Join KCRG-TV9 and the First Alert Storm Team for our 2nd ever "Weather Academy: Extra Credit" event on Wednesday, April 3 from 4:00 pm to 6:30 p.m. at Benton High School.
This extension of the First Alert Storm Team’s Weather Academy visits aims to bring the excitement and fun of weather and science to communities all across the TV9 viewing area.
Beginning at 4:00pm, everyone is welcome to come explore emergency vehicles, meet local first responders, take part in hands-on activities, test their WeatherWise knowledge, and meet some of the TV9 team. This all leads up to a LIVE weather science showcase with fun experiments from the First Alert Storm Team.
Join us at Benton Community High School starting at 4 pm on April 3rd. The event is free and open to the public, you do not need to be a Benton Community family to attend.
3 months ago, Central Office
February 5-9, 2024 is National School Counseling Week. Thank you to our wonderful School Counselors for all you do for our students and staff!
3 months ago, Central Office
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3 months ago, Central Office
HVAC updates in each building throughout the district is a priority area for the funds that would be generated by the VPPEL.
3 months ago, Central Office