Learning in Action with 7th Grade Social Studies!

📜 This week our students dove into the U.S. Constitution, with a special focus on the Bill of Rights!

✹ Highlights from the week:
✅ A virtual tour of Crystal Bridges’ We the People exhibit
✅ Hands-on discussions of real-life scenarios where rights were protected or challenged
✅ Students even put on their “founder hats” and created their own constitutional amendments!

We’re so proud of their curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity while exploring the foundation of our democracy. 💡👏

#BillOfRights #WeThePeople #StudentLearningInAction #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
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Learning in Action
🧼 National Math Storytelling Day – September 25
Today is National Math Storytelling Day! 📐 Numbers tell stories too — from the score of a game to the recipe for your favorite dessert. Share with us: What’s YOUR favorite math moment?

#BentonMath #PantherProblemSolvers #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Celebrate

TODAY TODAY TODAY!

📅 Parent-Teacher Conferences 📅
Panther families — mark your calendars! đŸ–Šïž
We’ll be hosting Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 23rd from 2:30–7:15 PM.

Schedule:
2:30-4:30- Phone Conferences
4:30-7:15- Walk in, Free Flow Conferences
4:30-6:30- Library & Friends Event- Stop by the hallway next to the office for more information.

This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, discuss their progress, and work together for their success this school year.

We look forward to seeing you there! đŸ–€â€ïž
#WeAreBenton #BentonPanthers #ParentTeacherConference #MarkYourCalendar

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Mark your calendar

✹ Join us TODAY for Library & Friends Night during P/T Conferences! ✹

📅 Tuesday, September 23rd
🕓 4:30–6:30 pm
📍 Benton Middle School – Main Office Area

Stop by and explore tables from our amazing community partners! Learn about local opportunities, resources, and fun for your whole family.

🌟 Our BMS Library invited some amazing guests:
Ron Coleman Mining ‱ Benton Parks & Rec ‱ Old State House Museum ‱ BMS Academic Resources ‱ Doxa Arts Academy ‱ Arkansas State Archives ‱ NLR Innovation Hub ‱ BMS Counselors & PTO ‱ Arkansas Game & Fish ‱ Royal Theatre ‱ Saline County Library

Come discover something new and connect with friends of the library! 💡📖

#BMSLibrary #BentonMiddle #CommunityConnections #WeAreBenton

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Library & Friends
📾✹ Say cheese, Benton Middle! ✹📾
Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, September 24!

Be sure to bring your best smile and dress for success—these photos will be in the yearbook and memories for years to come!

Be on the lookout for order forms coming home soon!

#PictureDay #SayCheese #PantherPride #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
picture day announcement

📾✹ Say cheese, Benton Middle! ✹📾
Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, September 24!

Be sure to bring your best smile and dress for success—these photos will be in the yearbook and memories for years to come!

Be on the lookout for order forms coming home soon! You will need this Picture Day code: EVT7J4N3S

#PictureDay #SayCheese #PantherPride #WeAreBenton

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
picture day announcement

📅 Parent-Teacher Conferences 📅
Panther families — mark your calendars! đŸ–Šïž
We’ll be hosting Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 23rd from 2:30–7:15 PM.

Schedule:
2:30-4:30- Phone Conferences
4:30-7:15- Walk in, Free Flow Conferences
4:30-6:30- Library & Friends Event- Stop by the hallway next to the office for more information.

This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, discuss their progress, and work together for their success this school year.

We look forward to seeing you there! đŸ–€â€ïž
#WeAreBenton #BentonPanthers #ParentTeacherConference #MarkYourCalendar

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Mark your calendar
🍂 Happy first day of autumn!

The season of cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice, and crisp air is officially here. What are you most looking forward to this fall? Share your favorite autumn activities in the comments! 👇

#FirstDayOfFall #AutumnVibes #HelloAutumn #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Celebrate
🔬 Science Friday Post
🌎 Science starts with curiosity!

Ask your child a “What if?” or “How does that work?” question and let them investigate. Science isn’t just in the lab — it’s in the kitchen, the backyard, and even the clouds in the sky. ☁

What's your child learning in science right now? Drop it in the comments below so we can grow our Panther science community! đŸ„€đŸ‡

#BentonScience #CuriousPanthers #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Science

📅 Parent-Teacher Conferences 📅
Panther families — mark your calendars! đŸ–Šïž
We’ll be hosting Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 23rd from 2:30–7:15 PM.

Schedule:
2:30-4:30- Phone Conferences
4:30-7:15- Walk in, Free Flow Conferences
4:30-6:30- Library & Friends Event- Stop by the hallway next to the office for more information.

This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, discuss their progress, and work together for their success this school year.

We look forward to seeing you there! đŸ–€â€ïž
#WeAreBenton #BentonPanthers #ParentTeacherConference #MarkYourCalendar

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Mark your calendar
✹ Join us for Library & Friends Night during P/T Conferences! ✹

📅 Tuesday, September 23rd
🕓 4:30–6:30 pm
📍 Benton Middle School – Main Office Area

Stop by and explore tables from our amazing community partners! Learn about local opportunities, resources, and fun for your whole family.

🌟 Our BMS Library invited some amazing guests:
Ron Coleman Mining ‱ Benton Parks & Rec ‱ Old State House Museum ‱ BMS Academic Resources ‱ Doxa Arts Academy ‱ Arkansas State Archives ‱ NLR Innovation Hub ‱ BMS Counselors & PTO ‱ Arkansas Game & Fish ‱ Royal Theatre ‱ Saline County Library

Come discover something new and connect with friends of the library! 💡📖

#BMSLibrary #BentonMiddle #CommunityConnections #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Library & Friends
đŸŒđŸŽ¶ This week’s Learning in Action spotlight is on our 5th grade social studies classes! Students are using the Continents Song as a fun and engaging way to remember all 7 continents.

đŸŽ”Check out the song here: https://youtu.be/K6DSMZ8b3LE?feature=shared

Who knew geography could be this catchy? đŸ—ș👏

#BMSLearningInAction #5thGradeSocialStudies #CatchyLearning #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
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đŸ„đŸŽ¶ Our students have been busy exploring the drum kit this week! From learning simple two-step and four-step beats to showing off some hidden musical talent, the rhythm is alive at Benton Middle School!

We love seeing our students discover new skills and shine in the spotlight. 👏✹

#BMSLearningInAction #Percussion #FutureMusicians #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
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Constitution Day (Sept. 17): 📜 Today we celebrate Constitution Day! It's a great opportunity to learn about the foundation of our government. Students will be learning about the constitution in class today!

#ConstitutionDay #USHistory #Civics #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Celebrate

📅 Parent-Teacher Conferences 📅
Panther families — mark your calendars! đŸ–Šïž
We’ll be hosting Parent-Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 23rd from 2:30–7:15 PM.

Schedule:
2:30-4:30- Phone Conferences
4:30-7:15- Walk in, Free Flow Conferences
4:30-6:30- Library & Friends Event- Stop by the hallway next to the office for more information.

This is a great opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers, discuss their progress, and work together for their success this school year.

We look forward to seeing you there! đŸ–€â€ïž
#WeAreBenton #BentonPanthers #ParentTeacherConference #MarkYourCalendar

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Mark your calendar
📾✹ Say cheese, Benton Middle! ✹📾
Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, September 24!

Be sure to bring your best smile and dress for success—these photos will be in the yearbook and memories for years to come!

Be on the lookout for order forms coming home soon!

#PictureDay #SayCheese #PantherPride #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
picture day announcement

📾✹ Say cheese, Benton Middle! ✹📾
Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, September 24!

Be sure to bring your best smile and dress for success—these photos will be in the yearbook and memories for years to come!

Be on the lookout for order forms coming home soon! You will need this Picture Day code: EVT7J4N3S

#PictureDay #SayCheese #PantherPride #WeAreBenton

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
picture day announcement
📚 2nd Annual Library & Friends Night at Benton Middle School! 📚

During Parent/Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, September 23rd (4:30–6:30 pm), stop by our tables in the main office area to connect with amazing community partners and discover opportunities for your family!

✹ Special Guests Include:
Ron Coleman Mining
Benton Parks & Rec
Old State House Museum
BMS Academic Resources
Doxa Arts Academy
Arkansas State Archives
NLR Innovation Hub
BMS Counselors
Arkansas Game and Fish

Come explore, learn, and celebrate all the ways our community supports students and families. We can’t wait to see you there! Keep reading and learning. đŸ’œđŸŸ

Love, the BMS Library.
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Library and Friends
Hispanic Heritage Month: 🌎 Let's kick off Hispanic Heritage Month!

From September 15 to October 15, we're celebrating the vibrant cultures and incredible contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. We love celebrating our students!

#HispanicHeritageMonth #Cultura #Celebration #WeAreBenton
3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Celebrate

📂 Reminder about BMS Red Folders! 📂

Students should be bringing their red folders to school everyday. These folders are an important part of our home-to-school communication!

Inside, you’ll find important log-in information your child will need for school. Throughout the year, the red folder will be the place to check for:
✅ Important notes from school
✅ Reading logs
✅ Letters and updates for families

Please help your child remember to bring their red folder back to SCHOOL EVERY DAY—think of it as their take-home folder for everything you’ll need to know!

#WeAreBenton #BentonMiddleSchool #RedFolderReady

3 months ago, Chystal Burkes
Red Folder