November Character Word of the Month is Respect!
Today we had some great mismatched outfits and even kids wanted a pic with the Principal and Asst. Principal that mismatched so well!! Here is just one of those pictures from this fun day!
Our fourth-grade students had a wonderful opportunity to work alongside a first-grade class during a fun and hands-on Light Lab!
Students explored the concepts of transparent, translucent, and opaque materials using different colors of Jell-O.
Working together, our fourth graders helped the younger students make observations, test the materials, and discuss how light passes through different objects. It was a great opportunity for our students to apply their science learning while also demonstrating teamwork, leadership, and responsibility!
Students explored the concepts of transparent, translucent, and opaque materials using different colors of Jell-O.
Working together, our fourth graders helped the younger students make observations, test the materials, and discuss how light passes through different objects. It was a great opportunity for our students to apply their science learning while also demonstrating teamwork, leadership, and responsibility!
Fall Fest
Friday, October 23
5:30-7:30 p.m.
CW Lewis Stadium
🍬🍫🍭
We are collecting candy for this event.
The monster in the lobby is where you can drop it off. 👹😂
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
Friday, October 23
5:30-7:30 p.m.
CW Lewis Stadium
🍬🍫🍭
We are collecting candy for this event.
The monster in the lobby is where you can drop it off. 👹😂
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
Our first Golden Assembly of the year was truly one for the books! ✨
We had so much to celebrate, including shout-outs to Mrs. Sky Phelps and Officer Chism, student awards recognizing Kindness, Golden Trophies for our top classes during Activity Time, and our Students of the Month!
A special visit from Mrs. Fulks of Fulks Family Dentistry, complete with a fun giveaway, was a huge hit with our students! 🦷💛
And, of course, our 1st graders had a special celebration of their own! As the winners of our Peanut Butter Contest, they earned the very important job of… peanut buttering the principals! 🥜😂
What a fun morning celebrating our students, our staff, and all the ways our school community shines.
💛 It was a GREAT day to celebrate EXCELLENCE! 💛
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
We had so much to celebrate, including shout-outs to Mrs. Sky Phelps and Officer Chism, student awards recognizing Kindness, Golden Trophies for our top classes during Activity Time, and our Students of the Month!
A special visit from Mrs. Fulks of Fulks Family Dentistry, complete with a fun giveaway, was a huge hit with our students! 🦷💛
And, of course, our 1st graders had a special celebration of their own! As the winners of our Peanut Butter Contest, they earned the very important job of… peanut buttering the principals! 🥜😂
What a fun morning celebrating our students, our staff, and all the ways our school community shines.
💛 It was a GREAT day to celebrate EXCELLENCE! 💛
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
We’ve done our part,
To make a start.
We wore our orange,
And opened our heart.
But hunger awareness
Is more than a day—
There’s always a chance
To help in some way.
Give, share, care,
Do what you can—
Ringgoldians together,
Lending a hand! 🧡
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
To make a start.
We wore our orange,
And opened our heart.
But hunger awareness
Is more than a day—
There’s always a chance
To help in some way.
Give, share, care,
Do what you can—
Ringgoldians together,
Lending a hand! 🧡
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
Celebrating Arts in Education Month! 🎶🎨
This month, we are excited to recognize two amazing educators who bring creativity, music, and imagination to life at Ringgold Elementary—Mrs. McKinley and Mrs. Melton! 💛
Through art and music, our students have opportunities to express themselves, build confidence, discover new talents, and experience learning in meaningful ways. We are so thankful for the creativity, encouragement, and joy Mrs. McKinley and Mrs. Melton bring to our Panthers each day!
Please join us in showing them some extra appreciation during Arts in Education Month! 🎨🎵🐾
This month, we are excited to recognize two amazing educators who bring creativity, music, and imagination to life at Ringgold Elementary—Mrs. McKinley and Mrs. Melton! 💛
Through art and music, our students have opportunities to express themselves, build confidence, discover new talents, and experience learning in meaningful ways. We are so thankful for the creativity, encouragement, and joy Mrs. McKinley and Mrs. Melton bring to our Panthers each day!
Please join us in showing them some extra appreciation during Arts in Education Month! 🎨🎵🐾
In Art class our students are working hard on their Square 1 Art projects. When they have completed their work they continue using their creativity with other art practices to GROW and learn new techniques with a variety of choices from our Activity Centers.
They can choose to build and design structures, like an architect, or design with strings and rubber bands, like a seamstress or tactile designer.
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
They can choose to build and design structures, like an architect, or design with strings and rubber bands, like a seamstress or tactile designer.
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
Help us welcome Officer Chism to Ringgold as our new School Resource Officer!
Click the link for the handouts from the Meet & Greet event!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1n5i2ONuMqh0-2e9LCZhNFYcOAfkNR2POO9zqQKOEwKo/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1n5i2ONuMqh0-2e9LCZhNFYcOAfkNR2POO9zqQKOEwKo/edit?usp=sharing
In case you didn’t know…..
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
Don’t you love a great Year At A Glance!
📅Here is your 25-26 Benton Panther one.
All the important dates are here. Save it for later. 🎗️
📣Pay special attention to those early dismissal days. We will remind you as they get closer.
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
📅Here is your 25-26 Benton Panther one.
All the important dates are here. Save it for later. 🎗️
📣Pay special attention to those early dismissal days. We will remind you as they get closer.
#WeAreBenton #goforthegoldatringgold
Ralph Bunche Picnic – All Are Welcome!
The Benton School District invites you to join us for the annual Ralph Bunche Picnic on
Saturday, August 3, 2025
from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
at 1600 Dixie Street.
This family-friendly event celebrates community, connection, and tradition. All students, families, staff, and community members are welcome to attend. Come enjoy food, fellowship, and fun as we kick off the new school year together!
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Benton School District invites you to join us for the annual Ralph Bunche Picnic on
Saturday, August 3, 2025
from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
at 1600 Dixie Street.
This family-friendly event celebrates community, connection, and tradition. All students, families, staff, and community members are welcome to attend. Come enjoy food, fellowship, and fun as we kick off the new school year together!
We look forward to seeing you there!
2025 Future Lady Panther Volleyball Camp!
Calling all future Lady Panthers — get ready to level up your volleyball game with our 3-day camp just for you!
📅 May 12–14 (Mon–Wed)
🕞 3:30–6:30 PM
📍 Benton Arena
🎒 Open to current 1st–8th graders
💵 $55 | Cash or check at check-in
Pre-register on Friday, May 9, from 3:30–5:30 PM in the Arena Lobby! Skip the line on camp day, pay in advance, and pick up your camp tee!
-Sibling Discount: $50 per camper for multiple kids in the same family
-Scholarships Available!
Questions? Contact Coach Shoop at mshoppach@bentonschools.org
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScsS6qz1flHHu.../viewform
Reminder, Panther Family!
There will be NO SCHOOL this Friday, April 18th!
Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see you back in class on Monday, April 21, 2025, refreshed and ready to go! 🐾
Unbox Your Future with Benton Panthers!
No, this action figure isn’t real...
BUT the opportunities in the Benton School District absolutely are!
New schools. Fresh upgrades. Challenging AP and college-credit courses, thriving arts programs, hands-on career and technical education, and a proud tradition as the Home of State Champion Athletics— there’s a place (and a purpose!) for every student here.
School Choice closes May 1st! Come be part of something special. Be a Panther. 🐾
Learn more and apply here: https://ww2.bentonschools.org/o/bsd/page/registration
It's National Assistant Principals Week!
We’re sending a huge THANK YOU to our incredible assistant principals who support our students, staff, and schools every single day! Your leadership, dedication, and heart make a lasting impact.
Meet our amazing team:
• Angie Grant – Mark Rash
• Caldwell – Sara Brown
• Howard Perrin – Kelli Fuller
• Mountain View – Leah Hays
• Ringgold – Rhonda Redmond
• Benton Middle School – Karen Crosby, Meagan McGuire, Gabriel Rhynes
• Benton Junior High – Rusty Davis, Jalon Hughes
• Benton High School – Karen Hilborn, Monica Zaremba, Tim Hornbuckle
We appreciate each of you and all you do! 🐾
Due to inclement weather this winter, our last day of school will be Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Snow make-up days were built into our school calendar, reflecting May 27, 28, and 29 as designated make-up days. Thank you for your patience and flexibility—we appreciate our Panther family! Let’s finish the school year strong!
Benton Public Schools will be closed for Spring Break from March 24–28. We hope our students and staff enjoy a well-deserved break! Relax, recharge, and have fun!
We’ll see you back in class on Monday, March 31! 🐾
Benton Public Schools will be closed on Friday, March 21, 2025. All campuses will be closed.