Norway Intermediate

Recently in 5th grade we learned about the structure of a corn plant. We looked at how we decide which resources we should develop? Students learned about how and where corn orig...

In 6th grade science, students have been diving into Earth science. Students have been studying the history of our planet and exploring how rocks, most currently igneous rocks, t...

What are Secret Stories? Secret Stories® is a supplemental phonics program designed to fast-track phonics mastery by aligning instruction with how the brain naturally learns. Unli...

Reading in 6th grade is extremely important because it helps students build the skills they need to succeed in all subjects. As texts become more complex, students must learn to th...

One of the areas of focus in our curriculum at Benton Community is social emotional learning. The past few years we have been using a program called Character Strong. This curricu...

This fall, Norway Intermediate’s 6th graders took learning outside the classroom during a four-day adventure called School of the Wild. Norway Intermediate is the only school in Be...

Students in 5th grade literacy class are learning how to use questioning when reading. Students were given the chance to read various picture books with a group and write questions...

From the moment students walk through the doors on that first day of school, teachers focus on creating a school environment where every child feels like they belong, feels like th...

Students in Norway practice following school-wide behavior expectations and when they do… teachers often recognize their efforts and give them a “Bobcat Buck.” All of the students ...

This year we have been working on counting money, making change and understanding the overall concept of how money works. We have spent a lot of time learning the names and values...

In today’s diverse educational landscape, Assistive Technology (AT) has become an essential tool in making learning accessible and inclusive for all students, particularly those wi...

In 4th grade classrooms across Norway Intermediate, Morning Meetings have become a routine part of the day. It’s more than a simple check-in, but rather a daily routine that proves...

Breakfast plays a crucial role in setting students up for success throughout the school day. Eating a healthy breakfast provides the energy and nutrients the body and brain need to...

In Iowa, students entering 7th grade are required to receive specific immunizations before the first day of school. These requirements include: ● Meningococcal ...

5th grade students made worm habitats with red worms to learn about the job of decomposers in an ecosystem. Students brought in coffee grounds, eggshells, apple cores, carrots and ...

In a recent classroom activity, students were given a fun and imaginative challenge: adopt a marshmallow Peep and take it on an exciting adventure using creative writing. Each stud...

It has been a joy to work with your students this year in music. Throughout all the grades, we use music to teach social emotional themes of respect, responsibility, kindness, grow...

At Benton Community School District, we ensure that all students receive the support they need to succeed. I have the privilege of being the K-6 ESL (English as a Second Language) ...

It’s microscope week in 6th grade! Students will begin learning how to use the compound microscope, identify its parts, and explore the microscope’s history. This will be a first e...

On Thursday, May 1, 2025 members of the Benton Community National Honor Society will be heading out into the communities to offer assistance in any ways we can as we organize and...