Benton MS/HS

Inclusion Week at Benton Community School is a time to celebrate and embrace the uniqueness of every student, regardless of any differences. This year marks the 8th anniversary of ...

In the wonderful world of 8th grade science we cover many topics consisting of weather and water, heredity, waves, and kinetic energy. These topics provide a rich tapestry within ...

Less than a week to the March 5, 2024 VPPEL election.

Picture Caption: Here is an example of a SMART goal written by one of Mr. Dirks' students. During class, students discussed what a SMART goal was and how to write them.. These S...

In Foods 1, our last unit we worked on was about spices and herbs and how that alters/enhances the flavors of food. Our experiment for this unit was working in groups with a plain...

In the position I am in, I get the opportunity to work with all age levels. I get to see the growth each child makes no matter if they are in kindergarten or a senior in high sch...

I am a firm believer in developing strong relationships with my students and athletes. I think that in order for a student to learn, they need to feel cared about and comfortable...

Below is absentee voting information for the upcoming Benton Community School District Voter Approved Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL) on March 5, 2024. Absentee ballo...

Iowa Immunization law requires all 12 th graders to have proof of the Meningococcal vaccination, before school starts in August. (11 th graders this year). Iowa Immunization ...

I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to co-teach in two of our Social Studies high school classrooms at Benton Community. The first class I co-teach in i...

Absentee Voting: February 14 - First day for mail and in-person absentee voting at the County Auditor's Office February 19 - Final day to request a mailed absentee ballot ...

Free & Reduced Price meal applications may be submitted at any time during the school year. If eligible, benefits are extended through the end of the school year, plus the firs...

Providing productive struggle in 7th grade math helps students learn how to handle things out of their comfort zone. They learn that one way to extend their learning is to take r...

First Street Jazz Ensemble had the opportunity to perform for the 5th and 6th Graders from Norway Intermediate School this past Friday as part of the Music Department’s yearly sho...

In Spanish 4 students have the opportunity to take a series of 4 standardized assessments (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to obtain their Seal of Biliteracy. This is a...

For the past several school years, Environmental Science has been offered but not taught at Benton due to a lack of participants and a full schedule. Fortunately, this year, the s...

According to Buddy the Elf, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” Since not all of us can carry a tune, John Hayden had an idea to spread holid...