COME TEST DRIVE A BUS! Benton Community Transportation is hosting a Bus Test Drive Event.
When: Wednesday, April 8 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
This is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
*Meet Transportation Staff
*Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions?
Contact Tim Lyons at tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us OR Kristi Wright at krwright@benton.k12.ia.us
When: Wednesday, April 8 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
This is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
*Meet Transportation Staff
*Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions?
Contact Tim Lyons at tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us OR Kristi Wright at krwright@benton.k12.ia.us
Rock Your Socks! Wear your most colorful and mismatched socks to school on Monday, March 16th to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Benton Community!
BC Artist Spotlight Taya Heims - 5th grade - Norway Intermediate
COME TEST DRIVE A BUS! Benton Community Transportation is hosting a Bus Test Drive Event.
When: Wednesday, April 8 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
This is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
*Meet Transportation Staff
*Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions?
Contact Tim Lyons at tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us OR Kristi Wright at krwright@benton.k12.ia.us
When: Wednesday, April 8 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Where: Benton High School Parking Lot, 600 1st Street, Van Horne
This is your chance to come drive a school bus and see if this career is right for you!
What to Expect:
* Get Behind the Wheel
*Meet Transportation Staff
*Discover Job Opportunities
We hope to see you there!
Questions?
Contact Tim Lyons at tlyons@benton.k12.ia.us OR Kristi Wright at krwright@benton.k12.ia.us
Today is Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! Thank you to our Maintenance & Custodial Staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our facilities safe, clean, and running smoothly. We appreciate everything you do!
Please plan to attend Elementary School PK-6 Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, March 4 and 11 from 2:30-7:30 p.m. If you haven't scheduled your child's conference time yet, please login to PowerSchool to do so. This is a great time to collaborate with child's teacher to ensure maximum student success.
BC Artist Spotlight-William Stephenson- 5th grade Norway Intermediate
What is your favorite thing about being a Bobcat?
I truly appreciate the strong support our school district provides for both staff and students. Knowing that I am supported, encouraged, and surrounded by a community that genuinely cares makes me feel valued and inspired to give my very best to my students each day.
I truly appreciate the strong support our school district provides for both staff and students. Knowing that I am supported, encouraged, and surrounded by a community that genuinely cares makes me feel valued and inspired to give my very best to my students each day.
BC Artist Spotlight- Kaylynn Tow - 5th Grade - Norway Intermediate
One of my favorite things about being a Bobcat is how our small community rallies together to help each other in a time of need. Our staff, families and community members truly are the best. It’s The Bobcat Way!
All Activities are Cancelled and All Buildings are Closed @ Benton Community TODAY, Friday, February 20th.
Stay Safe and Warm!
Stay Safe and Warm!
Benton Community and Central Lutheran will be closed on Friday, February 20th. Stay safe & warm!
What is your favorite thing about being a Bobcat?
I love that our Bobcat community strives to be a place where every person can belong, grow, and thrive.
I love that our Bobcat community strives to be a place where every person can belong, grow, and thrive.
Mark your calendars!
BC Artist Spotlight- Kayla Franks - 6th grade - Norway Intermediate
Reminder: There is no school on Monday, February 16, 2026!
This is a professional development day for staff.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
This is a professional development day for staff.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
Happy National School Resource Officer Day! Shout-out to Deputy Tiffany DeBoer for protecting our kids, supporting our school, and making a difference every single day!
Please join us in congratulating Kristi Wright on her appointment as Transportation Director for the 2026–2027 school year, pending board approval!
Currently, Kristi serves as the assistant to Tim Lyons, Transportation Director. During this time, she has gained valuable experience, built strong relationships with our drivers and families, and demonstrated a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of our students. She brings a wealth of knowledge of the district and our transportation department, which will ensure a smooth and seamless transition in leadership.
Kristi will step into this role following Tim’s retirement. We are incredibly grateful to Tim for his years of dedicated service and the lasting impact he has made on our district.
We are excited for Kristi’s leadership and the continued strength of our transportation team. Congratulations, Kristi!
Currently, Kristi serves as the assistant to Tim Lyons, Transportation Director. During this time, she has gained valuable experience, built strong relationships with our drivers and families, and demonstrated a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of our students. She brings a wealth of knowledge of the district and our transportation department, which will ensure a smooth and seamless transition in leadership.
Kristi will step into this role following Tim’s retirement. We are incredibly grateful to Tim for his years of dedicated service and the lasting impact he has made on our district.
We are excited for Kristi’s leadership and the continued strength of our transportation team. Congratulations, Kristi!
