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Visit with Deputy Brandt and thank him for his service to Benton Community as our School Resource Officer at the National Night Out event. Details for the event are listed in the flyer.


Benton Community School District has openings for Full-Time Bus Drivers, Substitute Bus Drivers and for a Van Horne PM Bus Stop Supervisor. Please go to www.benton.k12.ia.us and click on employment opportunities to apply!


Welcome Scott Shaw!


2034-24 School Year Registration Information


Board Meeting Notice


Mrs. Katie Bauder begins July 1 as the new Principal of Keystone Elementary. Welcome Mrs. Bauder!
Mr. Pfiffner transitions back to the Activities Director position and Mrs. Selk begins as the new Associate Superintendent! Congrats to all!




A message from Dr. James Bieschke


Outdoor activities (softball/baseball) will be played today, Thursday, June 29, as scheduled. If you have any questions, please contact coaches or our AD. Thank you


The Varsity double-header softball games scheduled for tonight, Wed. June 28, are postponed. Thank you.


Information on the Benton Community School District - Instructional Support Levy renewal and continuation. Please read the document attached!


All noon games (baseball and softball) are canceled for today, Wed. June 28 due to poor/hazardous air situation. The decision about the evening double-header softball game yet to be determined. Stay tuned!


Baseball games scheduled for tonight at our high school baseball field are canceled due to the poor/hazardous air situation. Teams are allowed to practice indoors. Coaches will be in contact with players regarding practice. Thank you.


REGIONAL SOFTBALL PAIRINGS!


The Benton School Board recognized the Superintendent, Dr. Ewell, and her service to the district/ upcoming retirement as well as service from Deputy Brandt and Director Phillips. The Board also receives a report and overview from Food Service Director Mrs. Morris and Curriculum Director Mrs. Selk.






NEW HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX CREDIT FOR BENTON COUNTY RESIDENTS 65 YEARS AND OLDER - APPLICATION DUE JULY 1, 2023 !!!
From the Benton Co. Assessor:
As you may have heard from the local news, on Facebook or through word of mouth, new legislation was passed to allow property owners, 65 years or older, to apply for an exemption along with their Homestead credit. Our office has seen a good volume of traffic come in to sign up but we want to make sure those who are qualified are made aware of this new exemption. The deadline to qualify for the 2023 exemption, for taxes payable 2024-2025, is July 1st so we are on short time to try to reach everyone we can.
Please review the attached flyer and spread the news to your family, friends, neighbors and/or constituents. I am also attaching the Homestead Credit and Exemption Application for you to print out if anyone requests one. There are other ways to access the application electronically, through our website on the “links and forms” page or through a property search on Beacon (fillable form hyperlink located at the bottom of the results page).
If there’s any questions, feel free to contact our office. Thank you for your time!
Jordon Neve
Benton County Assessor’s Office
111 East 4th Street
Vinton, IA 52349
bcassessor@bentoncountyia.gov
P: 319.472.5211 │ F: 319.472.5212


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Benton ball teams travel to Marion
Compliments of Jim Magdefrau
Jun 13
Benton Community Baseball
Monday, June 12, 2023, at Marion
Benton 9, Marion 1
BC 151 020 0 – 9
M 000 100 0 – 1
No statistics yet
Marion 7, Benton 6
BC 001 230 000 000 – 6
M 201 012 000 001 – 7
Benton travels to Grinnell on Tuesday, June 13, in a JV/Varsity match. The varsity game starts at 7:30 p.m. They host West Liberty on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 5 p.m. They host South Tama on Thursday, June 15, 2023, for a doubleheader. Friday they host West Branch on Friday, June 16, 2023, for one varsity game.
Benton Community Softball
Monday, June 12, 2023, at Marion
Benton 6, Marion 3
BC 003 020 1 – 6
M 100 000 0 – 3
Benton 5, Marion 3
BC 002 201 0 – 5
M 100 000 2 - 3
No statistics yet.
Benton hosts South Tama (0-15) on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. They play at the Roland-Story Kiwanis Softball Tournament on Friday, June 16, and Saturday, June 16.


Thank you Benton Community, for the wonderful Retirement Open House! It was heartwarming and I enjoyed visiting with all who attended. I will miss Benton!
Dr. Pamela Ewell, Superintendent




Benton Community will have a Noon (12:00 p.m.) dismissal TODAY (Thursday, June 1) for professional development. Happy Summer Break!
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