Benton Community School District

Girls’ soccer season starts at Benton -Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Wapello Athletic Complex Benton 5 4 - 9 Wapello 0 0 - 0 No statistics yet Friday, April 5, 2024, at Cornell College Soccer Field, Mount Vernon BC 0 0 - 0 MV 4 1 - 5 No statistics yet Upcoming Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Williamsburg at Benton. 5 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2024, Independence at Benton 5 p.m. Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Newton, vs. Newton, Perry and Des Moines Lincoln, 8:30 a.m.

"As an alumnus of Benton Community, I chose to come back to Benton because of the community’s continuing support of our academics, athletics, and fine arts programs."

MS/HS students catching the Solar Eclipse this afternoon.

School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC) Many thanks to the individuals who have provided feedback to the district through the SIAC team this year. If you are interested in joining this group in the future, please reach out to Anna Selk at aselk@benton.k12.ia.us.

The Benton girls golf team took 2nd place at the Bobcat Invite on Saturday at Tara Hills. 1. Solon 385 2. Benton 415 3. Independence 428 4. Vinton-Shellsburg 472 5. Postville 505 CPU and Columbus Catholic didn’t have enough girls to qualify as a team. Individuals: 6th Kayley Dirks 102 7th Madelyn Kenny 103 8th Halle Sobaski 104 11th Hailey Suiter 106 24th Tegan Bertka 114

2024 Cedar Valley Show Choir Summer Camp registration is now open! Register using the form or online with this link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFNMzMXtn2s4G3kjv06szKu_N7_S_D5bcYEjaRJjcBevFYJg/viewform

BC boys’ golfers compete at Solon Invite -Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau Benton Results Marcus Newton 102 Trayton Lentner 98 Kolby Wenger 108 Brock Silhanek 94 Ryan Finn 104 Jonah Thompson 111 Cole Junge 96 Braiden Moore 89 Team Results Solon 292 Williamsburg 303 West Delaware 310 Clear Creek-Amana 326 West Branch 341 Regina 343 West Liberty 346 Tipton 349 Benton 376 Durant 433 Individual Results Isaiah Zoske, Solon 67 Brennen Heesch, Sol 69 Crew Klingner, WBur 72 Bryce Yearian, WBur 73 Macoy Peyton, WD 74 Griffin Lott, WD 76 Robbie Allison, WBur 77

Benton boys’ track team runs at Clear Creek Amana Invite -Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau Clear Creek Amana Boys Invitational Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Tiffin No team scores Benton results, top six finishers High jump - 2 Eli Patterson 6-0 Shot put - 3 Brennen Blegen 49-10.5 Discus - 4 Brennen Blegen 144-2 Shuttle hurdle - 5 Owen Von Ahsen, Will Schanbacher, Brody Timmerman, Eli Patterson 1:09.16 100 - 6 Carson Bruns 11.45 400 - Evan Martin 54.49 4x200 - 5 Malique Henderson, Owen Tjelmeland, Easton Pfiffner, Carson Bruns 3:51.51 200 - 4 Carson Bruns 22.76 400 hurdles - 3 Owen Von Ahsen 1:01.26 4x400 - 6 Easton Pfiffner, Gavin Brooks, Eli Patterson, Evan Martin 3:39.15

"I appreciate being a member of the Benton Community due to its blend of the resources of a larger school district with the close-knit atmosphere reminiscent of a small town."

Today is National School Librarian Appreciation Day! Thank you for all that you do! #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our great Paraprofessionals for all that you do! #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Benton's Clarity and Green Bandana Project t-shirts are now available!! Store closes 4/11 https://www.teamelitesports.com/Benton

"I chose Benton because the community and district take you under their wing and make you feel like family. Every school building I step foot in and any event in any town I attend, I am greeted by name and a genuine smile. I feel valued at Benton."

School will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, April 3. #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

#BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong

Kirkwood Benton County is a proud partner with area high schools in Benton County. This month, Kirkwood Benton County's Student Spotlight recognizes Breck Coffland. She is a senior at Benton Community High School. Congratulations to Breck Coffland!

"My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the sense of community, support, and belonging. It is great to feel supported by fellow staff members, families, and the community. We have awesome students, supportive families, and hard-working staff. I love being a part of the Bobcat family!"

The softball apparel store is now open and will close on April 15th. Check out the items at the following link: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/EUthgFtNeJ

SPRING PARENT'S NIGHT OUT When: Friday, April 5th Who: Kindergarten - 5th Grade Where: Atkins Elementary Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Hosted by: Benton Middle School Student Council Cost: $15 for 1st child & $10 for each additional child Crafts, games, snacks, and more! Register before or at the time of the event! **If you have any questions, email: ajones@benton.k12.ia.us ** Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBUateEGTZjhTooc9Wnf9WY5yYFEv5f3INHic5-TRt-Kl6kw/viewform

April 1-5 is National Assistant Principals Week. Thank you for all you do! #BeABobcat #APlaceToBelong