
October 31, 2023
It has been a joy to work with your students this year in music. Throughout all the grades, we use music to teach the whole child touching on social emotional themes of respect, r...

October 26, 2023
Fitness and Conditioning is a Physical Education elective offered at the high school for 9-12 grade students. The learning targets for this course are - safe and efficient use of ...

October 25, 2023
Benton Community fourth graders have been exploring energy! Students investigated how energy is stored, how energy has the ability to make objects move, and how collisions transfe...

September 27, 2023
Red Ribbon Week, which is celebrated annually October 23-31, is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program. Established in 1988, this eight day celebration...

September 19, 2023
What makes up different mixtures or solutions and how can we separate them from a liquid like water? This is a question that Norway Intermediate 5th graders are trying to answer. ...

September 6, 2023
The start of the school year for all employees begins with professional development and our annual opening ceremony in the MS/HS auditorium. This event has stood the test of time ...

August 24, 2023
The spaces throughout Benton Community were alive with anticipation and enthusiasm as students and staff came together for a highly anticipated first day of school on Wednesday, A...

August 23, 2023
“What did you do this summer?” Many of us took a trip, went camping, spent time with family and friends or found some fun activity to create special memories. Many of Benton Commu...

August 16, 2023
Benton Community Schools Transportation Department, like the rest of the nation, is experiencing a school bus driver shortage. With less than one week left until the start of the ...

July 25, 2023
Please CLICK HERE for the 2023-2024 Free & Reduced Meal Application and apply online. For more information please CLICK HERE .

June 13, 2023
As we wrapped up another successful school year it is time to reflect on our success and celebrations. We have not only focused on academic progress but also focused heavily on th...

June 12, 2023
The Classes of 2027 and 2028 combined to have a fantastic school year in our Middle School. We implemented some new learning opportunities this year. Microcourses were designed by...

May 31, 2023
Reflecting on the end of yet another school year, a statement comes to mind… “The days are long, but the years are short.” This rings true yet again for our students, families, c...

May 19, 2023
The Benton Theatre department would like to invite students in grades K-8 to join us for Rising Stars Theatre Camp. The camp will be held on June 5th - 9th and June 12th - 16th. T...

May 19, 2023
Barb Mattison fell in love with the Benton Community when she was a substitute teacher for 18 weeks at Atkins Elementary. Everyone was so friendly and they made her feel at home. ...

May 16, 2023
Hands on math? Not in 6th grade! But yes, you can! When the word manipulative was used in the upper levels, I used to cringe. I always thought that upper level math can’t use bloc...

May 12, 2023
First Round Post-Season Soccer is on Monday, May 15. We are hosting two games on Monday. At 5:30 the boys will be playing Anamosa and at 7:30 the girls will be playing Monticello....

May 12, 2023
Girls State Track Store: See the following link for apparel for girls state track. The store closes at midnight on Sunday. https://stores.teamelitesports... Boys State Track ...

May 11, 2023
Field Day. What are some memories that come to mind when you hear those words? Relays, races, water, treats, competition, teamwork, and laughter are a few that staff have used to ...

May 5, 2023
When we think about the mental and emotional development of our students, it can be hard to know where to turn when we see students that are in need of support, skill development,...