We want to remind our students and families of the importance of regular school attendance. When students miss school, they miss important instructional time that can’t be replaced. In fact, missing 10% or more of the school year (18+ days a year) can put students at risk of academic failure. Research shows they are less likely to read proficiently and graduate from high school. For our students to succeed, they need to be at school. Help your student get to school every day so that they can stay engaged, successful, and on track to graduate.
If you need support with your student’s attendance, please reach out to the school.
Congratulations to Emily Kaiser, your new School Board Vice President. Emily has served on the school board the past several years and now moves into the role of School Board Vice President.
Congratulations to Theresa Thompson, your new School Board President. Theresa has served many years on the school board and now moves into the role of School Board President.
Thank you to Roy Becker for serving as School Board President for the past 12 years. Your service and dedication to Benton Community School District is greatly appreciated!
BC High School Student Council is hosting a Toy Drive December 1st through December 12th. Donations can be dropped off at the MS/HS daily or at the basketball games on Dec. 5th and Dec. 11th.
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 29.
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Why did I choose to teach at Benton? "Well, it really was an easy decision. My husband and I both graduated from Benton and when there was an opportunity to teach here it really seemed like coming home."
Happy Thanksgiving Day!
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Kelly answers the question, Why did you choose to teach at Benton?
"25 years ago Benton Community felt “right” to me. And it has been a great place to work and raise our kids."
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Monday, November 20.
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The Benton Community Post-Secondary & Community Services Resource Fair was a great opportunity for students, families, and staff to engage with partners from the area about options and supports available to our students outside of our system. Many thanks for all who organized, attended, and shared resources!
Darci shares, "The reason I chose Benton is because I grew up a Bobcat and got to see my children grow up Bobcats too."
It has been a busy afternoon and evening at attendance centers throughout the district! We are so thankful to have parents as partners in their student's learning joujrney. This is more evidence of TEAMWORK in action at Benton CSD!
It has been a busy afternoon and evening at attendance centers throughout the district! We are so thankful to have parents as partners in their student's learning journey. This is more evidence of TEAMWORK in action at Benton CSD!
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 15.
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Why Benton? "I chose to teach at Benton because I like the family like atmosphere that is created here. It is a great place to go to work to each day."
Benton Community will be hosting a Post-Secondary & Community Services Resource Fair on November 15th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Student Center at the MS/HS. Although it will be held at the MS/HS building, this resource fair is open to ALL students and families, not just those at the secondary level.
Please check your email or go to the district webpage for information regarding our facilities surveys. https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/o/bcsd/page/district-info
There will be a Post-Secondary and Community Service Resource Fair at the MS/HS on Wednesday, November 15th. Please see the flyer for details on the organizations that will be present to share information and answer questions. This is for all!
School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 8.
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