Check out our website for more information about the March 5, 2024 election regarding the Voter Approved Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (VPPEL)!
https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/o/bcsd/page/voter-approved-ppel
We are excited for this opportunity!
"I chose Benton (again) because the people who work and live in this community make it so welcoming. The community truly cares for one another."
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School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 24.
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"I chose to teach at Benton because it was a perfect fit. It is the perfect place to start a career, raise a family, and continue to learn. My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the support one feels during times of celebration and during times of trial. Bobcats always have your back."
Update - Benton Community will be having a STUDENT VIRTUAL LEARNING DAY. We will not have school in person today. Additional information about the Student Virtual Learning Day will be sent to students and parents through email very soon.
Benton Community & Central Lutheran will be delayed 2 hours today, Tuesday, January 23rd. There are no morning activities, no breakfast is served, and AM & PM preschool times are adjusted.
“It is great to be able to work with such wonderful kids and talented artists every
day!”
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, STELLA!! Bobcats from across the district have showered Stella with birthday blessings and enjoyed birthday cake at lunch!
Benton Community & Central Lutheran will have a 2 hour late start today, Friday, January 19th. Buses will be running on hard surface routes. There are no morning activities, no breakfast is served, and AM & PM preschool times are adjusted.
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 17.
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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.
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.
