Mr. Reid's Intro to Manufacturing class is working together to create projects. This is a student led class with assigned roles and tasks to create and build projects. Currently, the class is building hat racks and wooden American flags.
This Murder Was Staged… or was it?
Get ready for an evening of mystery, mayhem, and plenty of dramatic twists! Our talented cast brings "This Murder Was Staged" to life with suspicious characters, shocking surprises, and just the right amount of comedy to keep you guessing until the very end.
Get ready for an evening of mystery, mayhem, and plenty of dramatic twists! Our talented cast brings "This Murder Was Staged" to life with suspicious characters, shocking surprises, and just the right amount of comedy to keep you guessing until the very end.
Esports State update- BC falls to Waukee 4-2
Consolations round against Newton at 11 AM.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3e2gN2RTilQ
Consolations round against Newton at 11 AM.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3e2gN2RTilQ
Esports State is underway! The 2026 Esports State Tournament is being hosted by Marshalltown Community College at Orpheum Twin Theatres.
The BC team looks locked in. Meanwhile, back at school, students and staff are rallying behind them. Let's Go!
The BC team looks locked in. Meanwhile, back at school, students and staff are rallying behind them. Let's Go!
Why Benton?
I became a Benton parent in 2015, and from the moment I walked through the doors, I felt a sense of welcome and belonging unlike anything I had experienced before. It truly felt like home.
In 2019, after 19 years of teaching in other districts, an opportunity arose that prompted me to make a change. Choosing to join Benton was the best decision I could have made.
My favorite part of being a Bobcat is the incredible Bobcat pride—you can feel it at games, concerts, and every school event.
I became a Benton parent in 2015, and from the moment I walked through the doors, I felt a sense of welcome and belonging unlike anything I had experienced before. It truly felt like home.
In 2019, after 19 years of teaching in other districts, an opportunity arose that prompted me to make a change. Choosing to join Benton was the best decision I could have made.
My favorite part of being a Bobcat is the incredible Bobcat pride—you can feel it at games, concerts, and every school event.
The Esports State tournament kicks off tomorrow at 9:15 A.M.
BC takes on Waukee in a best-of-7 series.
Link to watch - https://www.youtube.com/@iahsea/streams
Exact stream could swap throughout the day but all streams should be at the link provided. BC will be on the stream labeled POD 1 to start.
BC takes on Waukee in a best-of-7 series.
Link to watch - https://www.youtube.com/@iahsea/streams
Exact stream could swap throughout the day but all streams should be at the link provided. BC will be on the stream labeled POD 1 to start.
What is your favorite thing about being a Bobcat?
I truly appreciate the strong support our school district provides for both staff and students. Knowing that I am supported, encouraged, and surrounded by a community that genuinely cares makes me feel valued and inspired to give my very best to my students each day.
I truly appreciate the strong support our school district provides for both staff and students. Knowing that I am supported, encouraged, and surrounded by a community that genuinely cares makes me feel valued and inspired to give my very best to my students each day.
Benton Community is proud to celebrate senior Kayley Dirks for receiving the DAR Good Citizen Award!
Kayley was honored at the Ashley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution's annual George Washington Birthday Tea on Sunday, February 22, 2026, held at Cedar Memorial Family Center and Library. This special event recognizes outstanding students who truly embody what it means to be a good citizen.
The DAR Good Citizen Award is one of the oldest and most respected student recognition programs in the United States. Established in 1934, this prestigious honor celebrates high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities.
Kayley’s dedication, integrity, and commitment to making a positive impact reflect the very best of Benton Community. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments and the example she sets for others.
Congratulations, Kayley, on this well-deserved award!
Kayley was honored at the Ashley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution's annual George Washington Birthday Tea on Sunday, February 22, 2026, held at Cedar Memorial Family Center and Library. This special event recognizes outstanding students who truly embody what it means to be a good citizen.
The DAR Good Citizen Award is one of the oldest and most respected student recognition programs in the United States. Established in 1934, this prestigious honor celebrates high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities.
Kayley’s dedication, integrity, and commitment to making a positive impact reflect the very best of Benton Community. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments and the example she sets for others.
Congratulations, Kayley, on this well-deserved award!
BC Artist Spotlight- Kaylynn Tow - 5th Grade - Norway Intermediate
Another record at State Bowling. Congratulations, Josh!
2025-26 WAMAC Girls Basketball Teams Announced! Congratulations, Bobcats!
One of my favorite things about being a Bobcat is how our small community rallies together to help each other in a time of need. Our staff, families and community members truly are the best. It’s The Bobcat Way!
HAPPY NATIONAL FFA WEEK!
Benton's FFA Advisor, Krystal Wright, was honored as a finalist for The Golden Owl Award with an all school assembly this morning. The Golden Owl Award is a prestigious honor presented by Nationwide and various state FFA foundations to recognize outstanding agricultural educators for their dedication. Congratulations and thank you!
ADM vs. BENTON - CLASS 3A SUBSTATE 6 2nd ROUND
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26th - 7:00 PM
ADM High School
801 Nile Kinnick Drive South
Adel, IA 50003
TICKETS SOLD ONLINE ONLY AT: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/
Adults and Students - $6 (Children 4 and younger do not need a ticket)
Substate sites will honor Iowa High School Athletic Association passes held by administrators only. No conference or local passes will be honored.
Spectator entrance is the ADM middle school main entrance (northwest entrance by Tiger Statue)
ADM fans west side bleachers. Benton fans east side bleachers.
ADM will provide a full concession. Credit Cards are accepted for payment
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26th - 7:00 PM
ADM High School
801 Nile Kinnick Drive South
Adel, IA 50003
TICKETS SOLD ONLINE ONLY AT: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/
Adults and Students - $6 (Children 4 and younger do not need a ticket)
Substate sites will honor Iowa High School Athletic Association passes held by administrators only. No conference or local passes will be honored.
Spectator entrance is the ADM middle school main entrance (northwest entrance by Tiger Statue)
ADM fans west side bleachers. Benton fans east side bleachers.
ADM will provide a full concession. Credit Cards are accepted for payment
BC gets road win in Class 3A tourney action at Clear Creek Amana
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Benton boys’ basketball
Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, at Clear Creek Amana
Class 3A 6 First Round
Benton (13-9) 62, Clear Creek Amana (15-8) 59
BC 5 16 23 18 - 62
CCA 16 12 14 16 - 59
Benton was 21 of 46 for field goals, 11 of 24 for three-pointers and 9 of 13 for free throws. The team had 27 rebounds, seven assists, six steals, six blocks, and 17 turnovers. Eli Patterson had 23 for Benton. Jack Lange had 14, With 10 each were Brooks Mitchell-Birdsell and Kaleb Hayden. Patterson had nine rebounds. Hayden added seven. Hayden also had three assists. Lange had two steals. Patterson had two blocks. Hayden had two.
The next game is Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. at ADM (20-2). The winner plays Monday, March 2.
-Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
Benton boys’ basketball
Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, at Clear Creek Amana
Class 3A 6 First Round
Benton (13-9) 62, Clear Creek Amana (15-8) 59
BC 5 16 23 18 - 62
CCA 16 12 14 16 - 59
Benton was 21 of 46 for field goals, 11 of 24 for three-pointers and 9 of 13 for free throws. The team had 27 rebounds, seven assists, six steals, six blocks, and 17 turnovers. Eli Patterson had 23 for Benton. Jack Lange had 14, With 10 each were Brooks Mitchell-Birdsell and Kaleb Hayden. Patterson had nine rebounds. Hayden added seven. Hayden also had three assists. Lange had two steals. Patterson had two blocks. Hayden had two.
The next game is Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. at ADM (20-2). The winner plays Monday, March 2.
As a Benton grad, my favorite thing about being a Bobcat is getting to pass down Bobcat Pride to my students. Helping them see that being a Bobcat is special and there is nowhere else that is quite like Benton.
MS/HS students and staff came together to recognize the dedication, talent, and hard work of some of our extra curricular groups. These activities help build confidence, teamwork, responsibility, and school spirit, and we are so proud of all those involved! Congratulations, Bobcats!
E-Sports - State - Rocket League - Coach Ethan Kaiser
Bowling - State - Josh Fabor - Coach Andy Kauder
FCCLA - Bethannie Draman, Advisor
DECA - Jeremy Suiter, Advisor
Speech and Spring Play - Jen Knaack, Advisor
FFA - Krystal Wright, Advisor
Show Choir - John Hayden, Advisor
Art Club - Ben Patterson, Advisor
Boys & Girls Wrestling- Shawn Pfiffner, AD
E-Sports - State - Rocket League - Coach Ethan Kaiser
Bowling - State - Josh Fabor - Coach Andy Kauder
FCCLA - Bethannie Draman, Advisor
DECA - Jeremy Suiter, Advisor
Speech and Spring Play - Jen Knaack, Advisor
FFA - Krystal Wright, Advisor
Show Choir - John Hayden, Advisor
Art Club - Ben Patterson, Advisor
Boys & Girls Wrestling- Shawn Pfiffner, AD
All Activities are Cancelled and All Buildings are Closed @ Benton Community TODAY, Friday, February 20th.
Stay Safe and Warm!
Stay Safe and Warm!
Benton Community and Central Lutheran will be closed on Friday, February 20th. Stay safe & warm!
The Girls Track & Field webstore is now open. The store closes on March 10th. Items will be returned on March 26th.
https://www.teamelitesports.com/benton.html
https://www.teamelitesports.com/benton.html