☀️🐾 Panther Camp 2026 is Coming! 🐾☀️
Get ready for a fun-filled summer of learning and adventure! Panther Camp is open to students entering Kindergarten through 4th grade and offers exciting activities all summer long.
📅 June 1 – July 31, 2026 (Closed July 3)
⏰ 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Weekly Field Trips, Arts & Crafts, Sports, Swimming & More!
🍎 Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks Provided Daily
📝 Registration: March 30 – April 30, 2026
💲 Cost: $150 per week + $40 registration fee
👨👩👧 Additional siblings: $20 registration fee
Spots will fill quickly, so be sure to register early!
Get ready for a fun-filled summer of learning and adventure! Panther Camp is open to students entering Kindergarten through 4th grade and offers exciting activities all summer long.
📅 June 1 – July 31, 2026 (Closed July 3)
⏰ 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Weekly Field Trips, Arts & Crafts, Sports, Swimming & More!
🍎 Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks Provided Daily
📝 Registration: March 30 – April 30, 2026
💲 Cost: $150 per week + $40 registration fee
👨👩👧 Additional siblings: $20 registration fee
Spots will fill quickly, so be sure to register early!
Benton High School Theater Department Presents Cinderella
The Benton High School Theater Department will present Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella this April.
Students have been working hard to bring this classic musical to life, showcasing their talents in acting, music, and stage production. The performance promises an engaging and memorable experience for audiences of all ages.
Showtimes:
Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 PM
Friday, April 10 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 11 at 1:00 PM
Saturday, April 11 at 7:00 PM
Tickets are $10 and may be purchased through GoFan or at the door.
We invite the community to attend and support our students as they present this timeless story.
The Benton High School Theater Department will present Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella this April.
Students have been working hard to bring this classic musical to life, showcasing their talents in acting, music, and stage production. The performance promises an engaging and memorable experience for audiences of all ages.
Showtimes:
Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 PM
Friday, April 10 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 11 at 1:00 PM
Saturday, April 11 at 7:00 PM
Tickets are $10 and may be purchased through GoFan or at the door.
We invite the community to attend and support our students as they present this timeless story.
📅 Spring Break Reminder
Just a reminder that Benton Schools will be closed for Spring Break March 23–27.
Students will return to class on Monday, March 30.
Please plan ahead, and we hope everyone enjoys a great break next week! 🐾
#WeAreBenton
Just a reminder that Benton Schools will be closed for Spring Break March 23–27.
Students will return to class on Monday, March 30.
Please plan ahead, and we hope everyone enjoys a great break next week! 🐾
#WeAreBenton
📅 Reminder: CAPS Conferences – Monday, March 16
CAPS Conferences for middle school through 11th grade students will be held Monday, March 16 from 12:00–7:00 PM.
Students have been assigned a scheduled time to meet with their CAPS advisor.
🏫 Elementary schools will be closed on this day.
If you need to adjust your conference time, please contact your child’s school office for assistance. We encourage families to make every effort to attend their student’s conference at the scheduled time.
CAPS Conferences for middle school through 11th grade students will be held Monday, March 16 from 12:00–7:00 PM.
Students have been assigned a scheduled time to meet with their CAPS advisor.
🏫 Elementary schools will be closed on this day.
If you need to adjust your conference time, please contact your child’s school office for assistance. We encourage families to make every effort to attend their student’s conference at the scheduled time.
National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day – March 6
On March 6, Benton Schools proudly recognizes National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day by celebrating the dedicated members of our maintenance team. Their hard work keeps our campuses safe, clean, and running smoothly each day so students and staff can focus on learning and teaching.
From facility repairs and preventative maintenance to preparing campuses for events and activities, this team works tirelessly behind the scenes to support every school in our district.
We are grateful for their commitment, professionalism, and the pride they take in caring for Benton Schools. Their work makes a difference every single day.
On March 6, Benton Schools proudly recognizes National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day by celebrating the dedicated members of our maintenance team. Their hard work keeps our campuses safe, clean, and running smoothly each day so students and staff can focus on learning and teaching.
From facility repairs and preventative maintenance to preparing campuses for events and activities, this team works tirelessly behind the scenes to support every school in our district.
We are grateful for their commitment, professionalism, and the pride they take in caring for Benton Schools. Their work makes a difference every single day.
Panther Pre-K Applications Now Available (2026–2027)
Families may begin preparing for the 2026–2027 school year. If your child will be eligible for Pre-K next year, please gather the required documents and complete the application.
Applications will be accepted beginning March 11.
Apply online: https://tinyurl.com/PantherPreKApplications
Applications are also available in person at:
Central Office: 207 Conway Street
Ringgold Office: 536 River Street
We look forward to welcoming our future Panther Pre-K students!
Families may begin preparing for the 2026–2027 school year. If your child will be eligible for Pre-K next year, please gather the required documents and complete the application.
Applications will be accepted beginning March 11.
Apply online: https://tinyurl.com/PantherPreKApplications
Applications are also available in person at:
Central Office: 207 Conway Street
Ringgold Office: 536 River Street
We look forward to welcoming our future Panther Pre-K students!
Benton High School CAPS Conferences
Benton High School will host CAPS Conferences for all 10th and 11th grade students on Monday, March 16, in the BHS Cafeteria. Students are expected to attend their scheduled conference time with a parent or guardian. These conferences provide an opportunity to review graduation progress, discuss course selections for the upcoming school year, and make plans to support student success. In preparation, students will work in their STAT classes to select courses for next year. Families may also view the 2026–2027 Course Catalog online.
Benton High School will host CAPS Conferences for all 10th and 11th grade students on Monday, March 16, in the BHS Cafeteria. Students are expected to attend their scheduled conference time with a parent or guardian. These conferences provide an opportunity to review graduation progress, discuss course selections for the upcoming school year, and make plans to support student success. In preparation, students will work in their STAT classes to select courses for next year. Families may also view the 2026–2027 Course Catalog online.
🎉 Happy National School Counselors Week! 🎉
This week, we proudly celebrate the 15 incredible school counselors who support, guide, and advocate for our students every single day. From academics to social-emotional growth and everything in between, their impact reaches far beyond the counseling office.
Thank you for all you do for Benton students and families!
Angie Grant Elementary
• Misty VanDam
Caldwell Elementary
• Alayna Ambort
Howard Perrin Elementary
• Kenya Lewis
Ringgold Elementary
• Rebecca Groot
Mountain View Elementary
• Devyn Cates
Benton Middle School
• Madison Aliston
• Michelle Edgins
Mountain View Middle School
• Rachel Dodson
• Paisley Butler
Benton Junior High
• Sammi Massey
• Donica Barger
Benton High School
• Dot Zaunbrecher
• Rachel Phifer
• Lisa Ladd
• Caitlin Marley
👏 Thank you for helping our students grow, succeed, and feel supported every day.
#NationalSchoolCounselorsWeek #WeAreBenton
This week, we proudly celebrate the 15 incredible school counselors who support, guide, and advocate for our students every single day. From academics to social-emotional growth and everything in between, their impact reaches far beyond the counseling office.
Thank you for all you do for Benton students and families!
Angie Grant Elementary
• Misty VanDam
Caldwell Elementary
• Alayna Ambort
Howard Perrin Elementary
• Kenya Lewis
Ringgold Elementary
• Rebecca Groot
Mountain View Elementary
• Devyn Cates
Benton Middle School
• Madison Aliston
• Michelle Edgins
Mountain View Middle School
• Rachel Dodson
• Paisley Butler
Benton Junior High
• Sammi Massey
• Donica Barger
Benton High School
• Dot Zaunbrecher
• Rachel Phifer
• Lisa Ladd
• Caitlin Marley
👏 Thank you for helping our students grow, succeed, and feel supported every day.
#NationalSchoolCounselorsWeek #WeAreBenton
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Lewis, school counselor at Howard Perrin Elementary, who has been named the 2025–26 ArSCA Southwest Region Counselor of the Year by the Arkansas School Counselors Association!
Mrs. Lewis’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students, families, and staff make a meaningful impact every day. Her work reflects the very best of Benton Schools, and we are proud to celebrate her well-deserved recognition.
Congratulations, Mrs. Lewis! 🐾
#WeAreBenton
Mrs. Lewis’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students, families, and staff make a meaningful impact every day. Her work reflects the very best of Benton Schools, and we are proud to celebrate her well-deserved recognition.
Congratulations, Mrs. Lewis! 🐾
#WeAreBenton
🎓 Thinking about Honors or AP classes?
Join us for an Honors & AP Parent Meeting on January 27 from 6–7 PM at Butler Auditorium. Open to students in 8th–11th grade and their families.
Questions? Contact Kristi Chumley at Central Office.
#WeAreBenton
Join us for an Honors & AP Parent Meeting on January 27 from 6–7 PM at Butler Auditorium. Open to students in 8th–11th grade and their families.
Questions? Contact Kristi Chumley at Central Office.
#WeAreBenton
🎓✨ Beyond the Tassel at Benton High School ✨🎓
BHS students and families are invited to Beyond the Tassel — an opportunity to explore college, career, and community connections all in one place!
📅 February 12 | 1:53–6 PM
📍 BHS Cafeteria
👥 8th–12th grade students & families
Meet with colleges, employers, military recruiters, banking representatives, and disability resources. Plus, enjoy mock interviews, career interest inventories, food, prizes, and more!
#WeAreBenton
BHS students and families are invited to Beyond the Tassel — an opportunity to explore college, career, and community connections all in one place!
📅 February 12 | 1:53–6 PM
📍 BHS Cafeteria
👥 8th–12th grade students & families
Meet with colleges, employers, military recruiters, banking representatives, and disability resources. Plus, enjoy mock interviews, career interest inventories, food, prizes, and more!
#WeAreBenton
Benton School District will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, as we honor and remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20, 2026
🐆☀️ Calling All Panther Families! ☀️🐆
Benton Schools is gathering interest for Panther Camp, our summer childcare program for students who have just completed Pre-K through 4th grade!
Panther Camp offers engaging daily activities, enrichment opportunities, and fun field trips—all in a safe, familiar Benton environment.
Completing the interest survey does not commit you to attending. It simply helps us plan for staffing, space, and programming as we prepare for summer.
📌 Interest Survey: https://forms.gle/85hDuhdQsArVGu3Y9
Thank you for helping us plan an amazing summer for our Panthers!
#WeAreBenton 🐾
Benton Schools is gathering interest for Panther Camp, our summer childcare program for students who have just completed Pre-K through 4th grade!
Panther Camp offers engaging daily activities, enrichment opportunities, and fun field trips—all in a safe, familiar Benton environment.
Completing the interest survey does not commit you to attending. It simply helps us plan for staffing, space, and programming as we prepare for summer.
📌 Interest Survey: https://forms.gle/85hDuhdQsArVGu3Y9
Thank you for helping us plan an amazing summer for our Panthers!
#WeAreBenton 🐾
Hi Panther families, here is our Community Review from this month's board meeting: https://tinyurl.com/CommunityReviewDecember
📅 The 2026–2027 Benton School District calendar is approved!
You can now plan ahead for the upcoming school year. As part of this update, we also want to share that there will be no changes to grade configurations or school zoning.
Thanks for being part of the Panther Family!
#WeAreBenton
You can now plan ahead for the upcoming school year. As part of this update, we also want to share that there will be no changes to grade configurations or school zoning.
Thanks for being part of the Panther Family!
#WeAreBenton
🌎✨ A Powerful Showcase of Learning! ✨🌎
Benton Middle School ESL students brought history to life with a Living Wax Museum! Each student researched an influential person from their home country, dressed in character, and “came to life” when their button was pushed.
What makes this even more impressive? Many of these students are brand new to the English language — yet they confidently presented their work in English.
We are so proud of these Panthers for sharing their cultures, their courage, and their hard work with us!
Benton Middle School ESL students brought history to life with a Living Wax Museum! Each student researched an influential person from their home country, dressed in character, and “came to life” when their button was pushed.
What makes this even more impressive? Many of these students are brand new to the English language — yet they confidently presented their work in English.
We are so proud of these Panthers for sharing their cultures, their courage, and their hard work with us!
🎄✨ Mountain View Middle School rolled out the red carpet for our Board of Education and district leadership during their monthly Board Luncheon. They were welcomed by MVMS’s incredible school counselors and Student Ambassadors, who guided everyone on a tour of the campus.
First stop: the choir room, where students performed beautiful holiday selections that set the tone for the day. From there, guests visited the band room for another fantastic performance — such talented musicians!
To top it all off, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch prepared by the MVMS food services team, with Student Ambassadors serving our board members, administrators, and directors with kindness and professionalism.
Thank you to MVMS for the warm welcome, outstanding performances, and wonderful hospitality. We are so proud of the amazing things happening on your campus!
First stop: the choir room, where students performed beautiful holiday selections that set the tone for the day. From there, guests visited the band room for another fantastic performance — such talented musicians!
To top it all off, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch prepared by the MVMS food services team, with Student Ambassadors serving our board members, administrators, and directors with kindness and professionalism.
Thank you to MVMS for the warm welcome, outstanding performances, and wonderful hospitality. We are so proud of the amazing things happening on your campus!
Need Childcare After the New Year? We’re Here to Help!
We know that schedules and routines can change over the holidays — and sometimes that means needing new childcare options. Our Before & After School Program has a few spots available for K–4th grade, and we would love to welcome your child!
We’re here, ready, and happy to support your family in the new year.
Complete the application here: https://forms.gle/taRf8JsqJk1uH54x7
If you need help or have any questions, feel free to contact Shannon Marshall at 501-507-0795 or smarshall@bentonschools.org
We look forward to supporting you and your child in 2026!
ESS Hiring Event at Benton School District
ESS, Benton School District’s partner for substitute teachers and support staff, will host a Hiring Event on Monday, November 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Professional Development Center, located at 211 N Border St, Benton, AR 72015.
This event is a great opportunity for individuals interested in working in Benton schools — whether as a substitute teacher, classroom aide, or in another support position. ESS representatives will be available to answer questions, assist with applications, and share information about the rewarding opportunities available across the district.
Event Details:
📅 Monday, November 18, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Benton School District Professional Development Center
211 N Border St, Benton, AR 72015
For more information or to apply online, visit ess.com
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Join the Panther team and make a difference every day!
ESS, Benton School District’s partner for substitute teachers and support staff, will host a Hiring Event on Monday, November 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Professional Development Center, located at 211 N Border St, Benton, AR 72015.
This event is a great opportunity for individuals interested in working in Benton schools — whether as a substitute teacher, classroom aide, or in another support position. ESS representatives will be available to answer questions, assist with applications, and share information about the rewarding opportunities available across the district.
Event Details:
📅 Monday, November 18, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Benton School District Professional Development Center
211 N Border St, Benton, AR 72015
For more information or to apply online, visit ess.com
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Join the Panther team and make a difference every day!
Save the date for the BHS Medical College and Career Fair on Monday, November 10, from 5-7 pm. We will have deans, professors, and students from medical majors across Arkansas here to answer your questions about pursuing a medical career. We will also have alumni in medical professions who will demonstrate medical skills, answer your questions, and participate in panel discussions about what led them to their careers. Put it on your calendar and join us for an incredible night!
