Benton Community School District

New staff were formally welcomed to Benton Community by administrators and teacher leaders on Thursday. Part of the orientation experience included a tour of every community in the district. It provides a great way for our new staff to experience all of the communities and school buildings that make up Bobcat Country while also providing time to get to know each other. We are so fortunate!

Help us welcome a few new staff members to our Bobcat team!

Congratulations to these outstanding Benton Community students on earning the Iowa Seal of Biliteracy! 🎉 In addition to this prestigious recognition, these students have also earned an Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC), highlighting their readiness for college, careers, and future opportunities.

The Iowa Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in English and at least one additional language. In most cases at Benton Community, this is Spanish. This is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects dedication, perseverance, and a passion for learning. Their bilingual skills will serve them well as they continue to make an impact in an increasingly connected world.

Thanks to our Spanish teachers, Mrs. Telgenhoff and Mrs. Neve for their work to make this opportunity possible for Bobcats!

We are incredibly proud of these Bobcats for reaching this milestone and representing Benton Community. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 💙💛

#BentonBobcats #SealOfBiliteracy #IndustryRecognizedCredential #BobcatPride #QualityEducationForALifetimeOfLearning

Congratulations to these outstanding Benton Community students on earning the Iowa Seal of Biliteracy! 🎉 In addition to this prestigious recognition, these students have also earned an Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC), highlighting their readiness for college, careers, and future opportunities.

The Iowa Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in English and at least one additional language. In most cases at Benton Community, this is Spanish. This is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects dedication, perseverance, and a passion for learning. Their bilingual skills will serve them well as they continue to make an impact in an increasingly connected world.

Thanks to our Spanish teachers, Mrs. Telgenhoff and Mrs. Neve for their work to make this opportunity possible for Bobcats!

We are incredibly proud of these Bobcats for reaching this milestone and representing Benton Community. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 💙💛

#BentonBobcats #SealOfBiliteracy #IndustryRecognizedCredential #BobcatPride #QualityEducationForALifetimeOfLearning

Congratulations to these outstanding Benton Community students on earning the Iowa Seal of Biliteracy! 🎉 In addition to this prestigious recognition, these students have also earned an Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC), highlighting their readiness for college, careers, and future opportunities.

The Iowa Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in English and at least one additional language. In most cases at Benton Community, this is Spanish. This is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects dedication, perseverance, and a passion for learning. Their bilingual skills will serve them well as they continue to make an impact in an increasingly connected world.

Thanks to our Spanish teachers, Mrs. Telgenhoff and Mrs. Neve for their work to make this opportunity possible for Bobcats!

We are incredibly proud of these Bobcats for reaching this milestone and representing Benton Community. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 💙💛

#BentonBobcats #SealOfBiliteracy #IndustryRecognizedCredential #BobcatPride #QualityEducationForALifetimeOfLearning

Thank you for the generous donation of 32 backpacks, water bottles, and headphones to Benton Community! Over the summer, Lucy Kuhl, 5th grade and Millie Kuhl, 2nd grade ran a lemonade stand in the Newhall area. Through their efforts, they were able to purchase these school supplies for students in grades K-6. Thank you for supporting our community and helping our students thrive!

There's still time to register for the 2026-27 school year! The first day of school is August 24th, now is a great time to start the registration process for your student.

Click the link to get started: http://benton.powerschool.com/public/home.html
Or learn more on our website: https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/student-registration

Employment opportunities may be found at https://www.applitrack.com/benton/onlineapp/
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⭐ Bobcat Trivia Starts Now!
Think you know your Benton Community history? We're excited to introduce a new Bobcat Trivia series celebrating the memories, traditions, and faces that have shaped our school over the years. Thanks to the wonderful response to our Countdown to Commencement series, we're keeping the fun going!
This week's challenge:
🔹 Do you recognize these Bobcats?
🔹 What year were these photos taken?
Share your best guesses in the comments, and let's see who knows their Bobcat history best! 💙💛

Benton Artist Spotlight - Kayla Chung

Employment opportunities may be found at https://www.applitrack.com/benton/onlineapp/
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong

Welcome to the Bobcat Family!

💙💛 The countdown to Bobcat athletics is on! Join the Benton Athletic Booster Club for the Annual Fall Kick-Off on Friday, August 21 at 5:00 PM as we celebrate the start of another exciting year of Benton Community activities. Meet our fall athletes and marching band members, watch the football team scrimmage on the new turf, enjoy great food, pick up the latest Bobcat gear, and spend an evening celebrating everything that makes our Bobcat community special.

This event is also a great opportunity to become a member of the Benton Athletic Booster Club. Every membership directly supports our student-athletes by helping fund equipment, uniforms, facilities, athletic training, and other improvements that benefit all Benton athletic programs.

Let's pack the stands, celebrate our Bobcats, and kick off an unforgettable year together. Go Bobcats! 🐾💙💛
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Last week, one of our summer learning groups gathered for the final session of their book study on Mattering. Throughout the summer, this dedicated group of Bobcats has spent time reflecting, learning, and engaging in meaningful conversations about what it truly means to create a culture where every person feels seen, valued, and connected.

We were especially excited to welcome a special guest to our final session, retired Benton Community teacher Gina Embray, who first reached out to recommend Mattering. It was a privilege to have Gina join the conversation, share her insights, and continue making an impact on our district through her passion for helping others feel valued and connected.

As we prepare to welcome students back, we are reminded that one of the most important things we can do is ensure that every Bobcat, students and adults alike, knows they matter.

Those everyday moments of connection, encouragement, and belonging have the power to shape experiences and change lives. At Benton Community, we are committed to being A Place to Belong, where every individual is known, valued, and supported.

Thank you to everyone who invested their summer in this important work. Your commitment will have a lasting impact on our schools and our community.

💙💛 #BentonCommunity #APlaceToBelong #EveryBobcatMatters #ProfessionalLearning

Don't forget to register for the 2026-27 school year! The first day of school is August 24th, now is a great time to start the registration process for your student. Click the link to get started: http://benton.powerschool.com/public/home.html

Or learn more on our website: https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/page/student-registration

2026-2027 Benton Community Vacation Planner is Here! 💙💛

At Benton Community, we know some of life's best memories are made on family adventures. Whether it's a long weekend away, a holiday tradition, or a special trip together, we want to help families plan ahead whenever possible.

That's why we've created our 2026-2027 Vacation Planner—a quick reference highlighting longer school breaks and holiday weekends that may provide opportunities to travel while minimizing missed instructional time.

At the same time, we know that every day in school matters. Consistent attendance helps students build strong relationships, stay engaged in learning, and experience the routines and opportunities that contribute to their success. While there are times when missing school is unavoidable, planning family trips around scheduled breaks helps students make the most of both their learning and their family time.

📅 Take a look at the planner, save it for future reference, and use it as you begin making plans for the year ahead.

Thank you for partnering with us to support student success—both in the classroom and through the meaningful experiences families create together.

🐾 Go Bobcats!

Reminder:

HS Fall Sports Practices start on Monday, August 10.

Make sure you have completed the Activities Sign-up on Bound for 26-27.

By State rule, athletes MUST have a current physical on file to start practice on Monday.

https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/benton