Benton schools will be in session on Thursday, January 9, with an EARLY DISMISSAL at 1 PM.
All activities and athletic events scheduled for tomorrow are canceled.
If weather or road conditions change and we need to dismiss earlier or close schools for the day, we will notify families immediately through our usual communication channels.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff! Stay safe, Panther family! 🐾
🌶️ Benton Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser – Join the Fun! 🎉
The Benton Counseling Department is thrilled to invite YOU to our Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser! This is your chance to enjoy an evening filled with food, fun, and fantastic entertainment—all while supporting a great cause!
📅 When: Thursday, January 23, 2025
📍 Where: BHS Cafeteria
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
✨ Here’s what’s in store:
🍲 A spicy chili competition to crown the district’s best!
🎶 Live entertainment
🛍️ A silent auction with incredible items up for grabs.
Admission is FREE, but this is a fundraiser, so we hope you’ll support us by bidding in the silent auction and enjoying the event.
Bring your friends, family, and appetite—we can’t wait to see you there!
Congratulations to our 2nd nine weeks Panther Pride winners!
Seniors:
Elle Bolding
Bella Lagemann
AD Gray
Juniors:
Abby Brown
Carly Sue Cochran
Jack Shipley
Sophomores:
Kloee Brown
Chase Cobb
Alec Wooten
Important message regarding your MacBooks and low temperatures this week! #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
❄️ Inclement Weather Procedures 🌨️
Weather can be unpredictable, and our top priority is keeping students and staff safe. Here’s what you need to know about how we handle inclement weather decisions:
📅 Timing of Decisions
We strive to make decisions as early as possible, typically no later than 5:30 AM.
📢 How We’ll Notify You
In the event of a school closure or delay, we’ll share updates through:
📱 Text message
📢 Social media
📺 Local TV stations
🌐 Our website
We encourage all families to ensure their contact information is up to date and to stay tuned to these platforms during uncertain weather conditions. Thank you for helping us keep everyone informed and safe!
The Spring semester will begin tomorrow, January 6th. We cannot wait to see our students! Graphic design: Claire K. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
Happy New Year's Day, BHS! #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
Happy New Year's Eve, BHS students and families! Graphic design: Bryana H. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
Merry Christmas to our BHS students and families! #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
Happy Holidays, Benton High School! Graphic design: Eli C. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
Benton Public Schools will be closed for the holiday break from Monday, December 23, through Friday, January 3. Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025.
We hope you enjoy a restful break filled with time spent with loved ones. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year!
A Heartfelt Thank You to our friends at Everett Chevrolet
The Benton School District is profoundly grateful to Everett Chevrolet and the Everett Family for their incredible generosity and unwavering support of our schools and community. Their recent $15,000 donation to help pay off student lunchroom debt is an extraordinary act of kindness that will make a meaningful difference for so many families this holiday season.
Their commitment to our district and their continued investment in the well-being of our students reflect the true spirit of giving and community.
From all of us at Benton Schools, thank you for helping ensure every student is cared for and supported.
BHS students: Semester exams for blocks 3&4 are tomorrow. Graphic design: McKenzie D. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
BHS students: Semester exams for blocks 1&2 are tomorrow. Graphic design: Paxon V. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
BHS students: Prepare for exams in your nine weeks classes tomorrow. Graphic design: Jenna C. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025
Make plans to join the Saline Symphony Orchestra and the BHS Concert Chorale for their Christmas concert today at 4pm! #bhs #bhspanthers20242025 #bhschoir
As promised, here is a link to the full video of our annual band and choir Christmas concert from Wednesday! Enjoy! #bhs #bhspanthers20242025 https://youtu.be/9S1EF42zZcs
Make plans to join the BHS choral department for their holiday concert in Butler Auditorium this evening! Graphic design: Michelle Z. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025 #bhschoir
Prepare for a festive evening in Butler Auditorium at 6pm! Admission is free. Graphic design: Pamela T. #bhs #bhspanthers20242025 #bhsband
Public Meeting Notice
The Benton School District will host a public meeting on Tuesday, December 10th, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Community members are invited to attend this drop-in style meeting to review proposed rezoning plans for Mountain View Middle School and provide comments.
Your input is valued as we work to make decisions that best serve our students and families. We encourage all interested parties to stop by and share their feedback
