Keystone Elementary

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 17. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Benton Community school buses will run on hard service routes through the remainder of this week (January 16-19). As a reminder, tomorrow is a 1:00 dismiss. We are anticipating a normal school start time tomorrow.

"My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the sense of belonging that I feel working at Keystone Elementary. The connections that I have made with staff, students, families, and community members are incredible. There is something so special about being a Bobcat!"

Benton Community & Central Lutheran will have a 2 hour delay on Tuesday, January 16, and run on hard surface routes only. On a late start, there are no morning activities, no breakfast is served, and the preschool times for both AM and PM sessions are adjusted. If you are a rural route rider, please go to the link below for more information.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S8d4oVgtCOWxu8IriGKH0rqHCVWerGRc/view

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Due to extreme cold temperatures and road closures, there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 15th. The MS/HS will extend the first semester through Wednesday and the second semester will begin on Thursday. Thanks for your understanding as we continue to navigate the weather this winter.

Benton Community and Central Lutheran will be closed on Friday, January 12th. There will be no activities. With the cancellation of the last three days of school and another cancellation tomorrow, the district plans to use one of our snow makeup days on Monday, January 15th as a regular school day with students in attendance. Monday was originally scheduled to be a professional development day for staff and a no-school day for students. This day is listed on our official school calendar as a potential school makeup day, if needed. As we continue to monitor the weather and potential closures into next week, please know that our decisions are based on the safety of our students and staff. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these winter weather situations.

Our activities with competitions on Thursday have been canceled.

Benton Community & Central Lutheran will now be CLOSED today, Thursday, January 11th, for the safety of students and staff.

Benton Community & Central Lutheran will have a 2 hour late start today, Thursday, January 11th. There are no morning activities. No breakfast is served on a late start. Morning preschool will be from 10:10-12:10 and afternoon preschool will be from 1:15-3:15.

No activities or practices at Benton Community today, Wednesday, January 10th. All buildings are shut down and snow removal is ongoing.

Benton Community & Central Lutheran will be CLOSED on Wednesday, January 10th.

Benton Community Schools and Central Lutheran will be closed on Tuesday, January 9th. There will be no practices or activities.

Schedule Changes for Monday, January 8th -All games are canceled. (No bowling vs Grundy Center or MS Boys Basketball vs CC-A) -MS practices are canceled. -HS will practice with everyone out of the building by 5:30 p.m. sharp. -Shuttle Buses will depart from the MS/HS at 5:30 p.m. tonight. -No Open Gyms of any kind at any attendance centers.

Have a great weekend!

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Why Benton? "I originally came to Benton because my wife had just gotten a job at Rockwell Collins and I needed to work somewhere near Cedar Rapids so we both would have a short commute. I've stayed at Benton for the last 26 years because from day one I've met, and gotten to work with, so many amazing people. And, it was a great school for our kids to attend. I've been very fortunate to work here and call myself a Bobcat."

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 3. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Why did you choose to work at Benton? "Choosing to work in the school district I graduated from is important to me. It's coming full circle, and now having my children go to school here too just makes it feel like home. It's not just a job; it's about being part of the place that shaped me and now gets to be a part of my family's story too."

Why Benton? "I choose Benton because of the opportunity and support to learn and grow as a teacher."