10-01-2008

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Anyone interested in Club Bowling see Connie Miller for information forms.

Young Life will meet Wednesday night at 8:00 at the Foursquare Gym. Everyone is invited."

We've got spirit yes we do, if you've got spirit we want you! We are looking for those interested in wearing the mascot costume at our home activities. If you think you've got what it takes and you can commit to a couple nights a week to entertain at home events, then you must sign up and try out. Please stop by Mrs. Allens room in 103 or Tami Davis' office in 209 by Friday Oct. 3rd. to sign up.

FCCLA, Family, Career & Community Leaders of America: This organization focuses on developing personal growth and leadership development. Become actively involved in your community, school and family for a positive impact. Family is the central focus. See Mrs. Ezzell or Mrs. Taliaferro for meeting dates and if you have additional questions.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

Juniors, as participants of the My Success Event last year, you are eligible for a My Success Event Scholarship. There are at least 16- $500 scholarships available. There are even some colleges that are going to have matching scholarships for students receiving the MSE scholarship. So, this could mean $1000 for some students. The scholarship application is available at: http://www.mysuccessevent.com/ and is due Nov. 7th. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday, October 2nd at 2:50 p.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.


BENTON ACTIVITIES

Tuesday 9/30-
8:00 am MWSU Convocation with Jr/Sr Social Studies
3:00 pm Girls Tennis @ Atchison HS (Bus Departs @ 2:00pm)
4:00 pm – Girls Golf vs Lafayette / Savannah @
4:00 pm – Cross Country @ Lafayette Invitational
4:30 pm – Var/Jv Girls Softball vs Lafayette @ Hyde 5
5:00 pm - Boys Soccer vs. Maur Hill @ Sparks Field

Wednesday 10/1-
7:15 am Jostens Additional Orders
9:00 am – Maryville Golf Tournament (Van Departs @ 7:00am)
3:00 pm – Boys Soccer @. Excelsior Springs (Bus Departs 12:30 P.M.)
7:30 pm – Girls Softball Seeding Meeting @ Lafayette High School

Thursday 10/2-
4:30 pm – Var/Jv Girls Softball vs St. Joseph Central @ Hyde 5
4:30 pm – Var/Jv Girls Tennis @ Chillicothe (Bus Departs @ 2:30pm)
5/6/7 pm – Fr/Jv/Var Volleyball @ Bishop LeBlond

Friday 10/3-
12:00 noon Boys Soccer Depart for Sedalia Smith Cotton Tournament
9:00 am - BHS/Savannah Tennis Tournament @ Noyes
7:00 pm BHS Varsity Football @ Savannah
Cheer bus departs @ 6:00pm

Saturday 10/4-
Boys Soccer @ Sedalia Smith Cotton Tournament
Cameron Freshman Volleyball Tournament (Bus Departs @ TBA)
9:00 am – Cross Country @ Savannah Invitational (Bus Departs @ 7:00 am)
8:00 am – BHS Girls Softball Tournament @ Heritage Park

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON
Interested in visiting with one of those colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

10-14-08 Baker University
10-16-08 Central Methodist
10-21-08 University of Saint Mary
10-22-08 University of Missouri Columbia
10-24-08 Truman State
10-27-08 William Jewell
10-28-08 Columbia College
11-04-08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11-06-08 MWSU
11-10-08 Midland Lutheran College
11-18-08 St. Louis University
11-19-08 UMKC


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00)

We have made available a Guest Internet for wireless access to internet only. What that means is, you can not get to any network applications, H Drive (which is your server space). the only thing you can get to is the Internet. this is for personal laptops, people or students bring the building. all laptop carts or school district computers should stay on the Benton wireless and not the Guest Internet Wireless.

Can faculty please let the nurse know if you would be interested in having flu shots here if the cost was around $30.00.

As a part of our ongoing efforts to evaluate and improve the technical services offered by Troester Media Center we will periodically be sending out surveys to evaluate the performance of the different areas of our service offerings. Please take a moment to help us understand how we are doing. For those that are not aware, TMC offers a help desk for computer problems that is staffed daily and can be called at 816-671-4444.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=gx7gatuth59Q5fWtRX9w1g_3d_3d

Activity Video: I spoke with Mr. Blakely about doing a video for each activity. He was wonderful and said that he can have his advanced audio visual class do the videos. Each activity is responsible for their own footage and getting the footage to Mr. Blakely. From there his class will cut and edit everything for the sponsor. It would be really awesome if we have sponsors take Mr. Blakely up on this offer. All videos will be on ch. 1 during the week they are highlighted. Contact Mr. Blakely when you are ready to give him footage. Casey

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

9-30-2008

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

"Young Life will meet Wednesday night at 8:00 at the Foursquare Gym. Everyone is invited."

The bird is the word and in case you haven't heard, there's a new Cardinal Mascot in town and he needs a name. If you have an idea of a name for our new mascot, please stop by Tami Davis' office in 209 and fill out your entry. Serious entries only need to reply. The last day to reply will be Wednesday, October 1st.

We've got spirit yes we do, if you've got spirit we want you! We are looking for those interested in wearing the mascot costume at our home activities. If you think you've got what it takes and you can commit to a couple nights a week to entertain at home events, then you must sign up and try out. Please stop by Mrs. Allens room in 103 or Tami Davis' office in 209 by Friday Oct. 3rd. to sign up.

Any student interested in Benton wrestling this year and is not participating in a fall sport please attend our short meeting on Tuesday Sept. 30th in the Modis Gym immediately after school. If you are in a fall sport and want to come out for wrestling see Coach Hubbard sometime after school. The meeting will be a general information meeting with reminders and dates for everyone. Thanks Brad Hubbard

FCCLA, Family, Career & Community Leaders of America: This organization focuses on developing personal growth and leadership development. Become actively involved in your community, school and family for a positive impact. Family is the central focus. See Mrs. Ezzell or Mrs. Taliaferro for meeting dates and if you have additional questions.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

Juniors, as participants of the My Success Event last year, you are eligible for a My Success Event Scholarship. There are at least 16- $500 scholarships available. There are even some colleges that are going to have matching scholarships for students receiving the MSE scholarship. So, this could mean $1000 for some students. The scholarship application is available at: http://www.mysuccessevent.com/ and is due Nov. 7th. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

Foreign Language Club will be meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at 7 am in Room 202.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday, October 2nd at 2:50 p.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.


BENTON ACTIVITIES

Monday 9/29-
5:00 pm – Freshman Football @ Chillicothe (Bus Departs @ 3:00)
5/6 pm – Jv/Var Volleyball vs Mid Buchanan @Springer Gym
6:30 pm – Junior Varsity Football @ Chillicothe (Bus Departs @ 4:00)

Tuesday 9/30-
8:00 am MWSU Convocation with Jr/Sr Social Studies
3:00 pm Girls Tennis @ Atchison HS (Bus Departs @ 2:00pm)
4:00 pm – Girls Golf vs Lafayette / Savannah @
4:00 pm – Cross Country @ Lafayette Invitational
4:30 pm – Var/Jv Girls Softball vs Lafayette @ Hyde 5
5:00 pm - Boys Soccer vs. Maur Hill @ Sparks Field

Wednesday 10/1-
7:15 am Jostens Additional Orders
9:00 am – Maryville Golf Tournament (Van Departs @ 7:00am)
3:00 pm – Boys Soccer @. Excelsior Springs (Bus Departs 12:30 P.M.)
7:30 pm – Girls Softball Seeding Meeting @ Lafayette High School

Thursday 10/2-
4:30 pm – Var/Jv Girls Softball vs St. Joseph Central @ Hyde 5
4:30 pm – Var/Jv Girls Tennis @ Chillicothe (Bus Departs @ 2:30pm)
5/6/7 pm – Fr/Jv/Var Volleyball @ Bishop LeBlond

Friday 10/3-
12:00 noon Boys Soccer Depart for Sedalia Smith Cotton Tournament
9:00 am - BHS/Savannah Tennis Tournament @ Noyes
7:00 pm BHS Varsity Football @ Savannah
Cheer bus departs @ 6:00pm

Saturday 10/4-
Boys Soccer @ Sedalia Smith Cotton Tournament
Cameron Freshman Volleyball Tournament (Bus Departs @ TBA)
9:00 am – Cross Country @ Savannah Invitational (Bus Departs @ 7:00 am)
8:00 am – BHS Girls Softball Tournament @ Heritage Park

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON
Interested in visiting with one of those colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

10-01-08 NWMSU
10-14-08 Baker University
10-16-08 Central Methodist
10-21-08 University of Saint Mary
10-22-08 University of Missouri Columbia
10-24-08 Truman State
10-27-08 William Jewell
10-28-08 Columbia College
11-04-08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11-06-08 MWSU
11-10-08 Midland Lutheran College
11-18-08 St. Louis University
11-19-08 UMKC


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00)

We have made available a Guest Internet for wireless access to internet only. What that means is, you can not get to any network applications, H Drive (which is your server space). the only thing you can get to is the Internet. this is for personal laptops, people or students bring the building. all laptop carts or school district computers should stay on the Benton wireless and not the Guest Internet Wireless.

Can faculty please let the nurse know if you would be interested in having flu shots here if the cost was around $30.00.

As a part of our ongoing efforts to evaluate and improve the technical services offered by Troester Media Center we will periodically be sending out surveys to evaluate the performance of the different areas of our service offerings. Please take a moment to help us understand how we are doing. For those that are not aware, TMC offers a help desk for computer problems that is staffed daily and can be called at 816-671-4444.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=gx7gatuth59Q5fWtRX9w1g_3d_3d

Activity Video: I spoke with Mr. Blakely about doing a video for each activity. He was wonderful and said that he can have his advanced audio visual class do the videos. Each activity is responsible for their own footage and getting the footage to Mr. Blakely. From there his class will cut and edit everything for the sponsor. It would be really awesome if we have sponsors take Mr. Blakely up on this offer. All videos will be on ch. 1 during the week they are highlighted. Contact Mr. Blakely when you are ready to give him footage. Casey

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

Everyone needs to BOOKMARK the MOREnet resources website on your computers. I'll be going over some of the resources available there at the Dept collaboration meetings on Wednesdays. See you then, Linda

9-26-2008

The Career Education class will be taking a field trip to Park University and William Jewel College on Wednesday, Oct. 1st. Any senior that is interested in going with our class must pick up a permission slip with Mrs. Arambula or Ms. Gaiser. The cost is $6.50, lunch is included in the cost. Permission slips and money are due to Mrs. Arambula or Ms. Gaiser by Monday, Oct. 29th, NO LATER.

The bird is the word and in case you haven't heard, there's a new Cardinal Mascot in town and he needs a name. If you have an idea of a name for our new mascot, please stop by Tami Davis' office in 209 and fill out your entry. Serious entries only need to reply. The last day to reply will be Wednesday, October 1st.

We've got spirit yes we do, if you've got spirit we want you! We are looking for those interested in wearing the mascot costume at our home activities. If you think you've got what it takes and you can commit to a couple nights a week to entertain at home events, then you must sign up and try out. Please stop by Mrs. Allens room in 103 or Tami Davis' office in 209 by Friday Oct. 3rd. to sign up.

Jostens will be here on Friday, September 26th during lunch periods to take ring orders for juniors.

Any student interested in Benton wrestling this year and is not participating in a fall sport please attend our short meeting on Tuesday Sept. 30th in the Modis Gym immediately after school. If you are in a fall sport and want to come out for wrestling see Coach Hubbard sometime after school. The meeting will be a general information meeting with reminders and dates for everyone. Thanks Brad Hubbard

FCCLA, Family, Career & Community Leaders of America: This organization focuses on developing personal growth and leadership development. Become actively involved in your community, school and family for a positive impact. Family is the central focus. See Mrs. Ezzell or Mrs. Taliaferro for meeting dates and if you have additional questions.

Midland Ministries presents “Hole in One Incredible Night” on Saturday, September 27th from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. Activities include: 18 holes of mini-golf, food and dynamic youth rally. Cost $10. For more information or a ride call: 383-4315 or 262-9785.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

Juniors, as participants of the My Success Event last year, you are eligible for a My Success Event Scholarship. There are at least 16- $500 scholarships available. There are even some colleges that are going to have matching scholarships for students receiving the MSE scholarship. So, this could mean $1000 for some students. The scholarship application is available at: http://www.mysuccessevent.com/ and is due Nov. 7th. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

Foreign Language Club will meet on Monday, September 29th after school in Room 202. For students unable to attend on Monday, we will also be meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at 7 am in Room 202. Students who wish to participate in Foreign Language Club need to attend one meeting or the other.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday, October 2nd at 2:50 p.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

BENTON ACTIVITIES:

Friday 9/26
7:00 pm BHS Varsity Football vs Chillicothe @ Sparks Field

Saturday 9/27-8:00 am BHS Jv Volleyball Tournament
10:00 am All Alunmi Tour of BHS
Weather permitting – Southside 8th Grade Bantam Football @ BHS

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON
Interested in visiting with one of those colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

10-01-08 NWMSU
10-14-08 Baker University
10-16-08 Central Methodist
10-21-08 University of Saint Mary
10-22-08 University of Missouri Columbia
10-24-08 Truman State
10-27-08 William Jewell
10-28-08 Columbia College
11-04-08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11-06-08 MWSU
11-10-08 Midland Lutheran College
11-18-08 St. Louis University
11-19-08 UMKC


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00)

Can faculty please let the nurse know if you would be interested in having flu shots here if the cost was around $30.00.

As a part of our ongoing efforts to evaluate and improve the technical services offered by Troester Media Center we will periodically be sending out surveys to evaluate the performance of the different areas of our service offerings. Please take a moment to help us understand how we are doing. For those that are not aware, TMC offers a help desk for computer problems that is staffed daily and can be called at 816-671-4444.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=gx7gatuth59Q5fWtRX9w1g_3d_3d

Activity Video: I spoke with Mr. Blakely about doing a video for each activity. He was wonderful and said that he can have his advanced audio visual class do the videos. Each activity is responsible for their own footage and getting the footage to Mr. Blakely. From there his class will cut and edit everything for the sponsor. It would be really awesome if we have sponsors take Mr. Blakely up on this offer. All videos will be on ch. 1 during the week they are highlighted. Contact Mr. Blakely when you are ready to give him footage. Casey

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

Everyone needs to BOOKMARK the MOREnet resources website on your computers. I'll be going over some of the resources available there at the Dept collaboration meetings on Wednesdays. See you then, Linda

9-25-08

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

The bird is the word and in case you haven't heard, there's a new Cardinal Mascot in town and he needs a name. If you have an idea of a name for our new mascot, please stop by Tami Davis' office in 209 and fill out your entry. Serious entries only need to reply. The last day to reply will be Wednesday, October 1st.

We've got spirit yes we do, if you've got spirit we want you! We are looking for those interested in wearing the mascot costume at our home activities. If you think you've got what it takes and you can commit to a couple nights a week to entertain at home events, then you must sign up and try out. Please stop by Mrs. Allens room in 103 or Tami Davis' office in 209 by Friday Oct. 3rd. to sign up.

Congratulations to the Cross Country Team for their efforts in the Benton Invitational yesterday at Hyde Park. The boys’ varsity ran a great race to finish in second place. John Beamon ran a tremendous race to finish in second with outstanding medal runs also turned-in by Jordan Bolton, Ryno Relford, and Josh White. Taylor Woodruff raced her way to winning the individual championship in the girls’ varsity race. Blayr Bolton and Erin McAndrews both ran super races to earn medals. Brandon Parker and Brian McIntosh both raced their way to medal performance runs in the boys J.V. division. Eden Woodbury, Lauren Johnson, and Amber Boller all ran exceptional races to earn medals in the girls J.V. race. Kegan Cunningham ran a strong race to earn a medal in the freshman boys’ race.

The Career Education class will be taking a field trip to Park University and William Jewel College on Wednesday, Oct. 1st. Any senior that is interested in going with our class must pick up a permission slip with Mrs. Arambula or Ms. Gaiser. The cost is $6.50, lunch is included in the cost. Permission slips and money are due to Mrs. Arambula or Ms. Gaiser by Monday, Oct. 29th, NO LATER.

O.A.S.I.S. is back!!! The first meeting is September 25th, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Activities include Tekken 5 and Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Sign up in Room A12 Mr. Reigerts Room.

Jostens will be here on Friday, September 26th during lunch periods to take ring orders for juniors.

Any student interested in Benton wrestling this year and is not participating in a fall sport please attend our short meeting on Tuesday Sept. 30th in the Modis Gym immediately after school. If you are in a fall sport and want to come out for wrestling see Coach Hubbard sometime after school. The meeting will be a general information meeting with reminders and dates for everyone. Thanks Brad Hubbard

FCCLA, Family, Career & Community Leaders of America: This organization focuses on developing personal growth and leadership development. Become actively involved in your community, school and family for a positive impact. Family is the central focus. See Mrs. Ezzell or Mrs. Taliaferro for meeting dates and if you have additional questions.

Midland Ministries presents “Hole in One Incredible Night” on Saturday, September 27th from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. Activities include: 18 holes of mini-golf, food and dynamic youth rally. Cost $10. For more information or a ride call: 383-4315 or 262-9785.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Job announcements are available in the Counseling Center. Openings will be posted the beginning of every week. Questions? See Mrs. Arambula.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

Juniors, as participants of the My Success Event last year, you are eligible for a My Success Event Scholarship. There are at least 16- $500 scholarships available. There are even some colleges that are going to have matching scholarships for students receiving the MSE scholarship. So, this could mean $1000 for some students. The scholarship application is available at: http://www.mysuccessevent.com/ and is due Nov. 7th. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

Foreign Language Club will meet on Monday, September 29th after school in Room 202. For students unable to attend on Monday, we will also be meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at 7 am in Room 202. Students who wish to participate in Foreign Language Club need to attend one meeting or the other.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday, October 2nd at 2:50 p.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

BENTON ACTIVITIES:
Thursday 9/25
9:00 am Girls Golf @ Chillicothe Invitational
4:00 Girls Tennis vs. Savannah @ Noyes Cts.
5/6/7 Girls Volleyball vs Savannah @ Springer Gym
5:00 pm Girls Softball @ Maryville Bus Departs @ 3:00
Friday 9/26
7:00 pm BHS Varsity Football vs Chillicothe @ Sparks Field

Saturday 9/27-8:00 am BHS Jv Volleyball Tournament
10:00 am All Alunmi Tour of BHS
Weather permitting – Southside 8th Grade Bantam Football @ BHS

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON
Interested in visiting with one of those colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

10-01-08 NWMSU
10-14-08 Baker University
10-16-08 Central Methodist
10-21-08 University of Saint Mary
10-22-08 University of Missouri Columbia
10-24-08 Truman State
10-27-08 William Jewell
10-28-08 Columbia College
11-04-08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11-06-08 MWSU
11-10-08 Midland Lutheran College
11-18-08 St. Louis University
11-19-08 UMKC

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00)

Activity Video: I spoke with Mr. Blakely about doing a video for each activity. He was wonderful and said that he can have his advanced audio visual class do the videos. Each activity is responsible for their own footage and getting the footage to Mr. Blakely. From there his class will cut and edit everything for the sponsor. It would be really awesome if we have sponsors take Mr. Blakely up on this offer. All videos will be on ch. 1 during the week they are highlighted. Contact Mr. Blakely when you are ready to give him footage. Casey

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

Everyone needs to BOOKMARK the MOREnet resources website on your computers. I'll be going over some of the resources available there at the Dept collaboration meetings on Wednesdays. See you then, Linda
http://www.more.net/online/index.html

9-24-2008

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Juniors, as participants of the My Success Event last year, you are eligible for a My Success Event Scholarship. There are at least 16- $500 scholarships available. There are even some colleges that are going to have matching scholarships for students receiving the MSE scholarship. So, this could mean $1000 for some students. The scholarship application is available at: http://www.mysuccessevent.com/ and is due Nov. 7th. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

F.O.R. Club (Friends of Rachel) will meet Thursday morning at 7:11 a.m. in room 206

FCA Meeting Thursday Morning at 7 am in room A123

FCCLA, which is Family, Career & Community Leaders of America.
This organization focuses on developing personal growth and leadership development. Become actively involved in your community, school and family for a positive impact. Family is the central focus.
See Mrs. Ezzell or Mrs. Taliaferro for meeting dates and if you have additional questions.

Foreign Language Club will meet on Monday, September 29th after school in Room 202. For students unable to attend on Monday, we will also be meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at 7 am in Room 202. Students who wish to participate in Foreign Language Club need to attend one meeting or the other.

Any student interested in coming out to Benton wrestling this year, please attend our short meeting on Tuesday Sept. 30th in the Modis Gym immediately after school. If you are in a fall sport and want to come out for wrestling see coach Hubbard sometime after school.

O.A.S.I.S. is back!!! The first meeting is September 25th, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Activities include Tekken 5 and Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Sign up in Room A12 Mr. Reigerts Room.

Don’t forget to return your survey to your English teachers as soon as possible. THEY ARE DUE NOW!!!! When you return your survey your name goes into a drawing for an IPOD.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday morning, September 25th at 7:00 a.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Interserv Daycare at Wesley Center has a job opening for Mon-Fri from 3:00 to 5:30. You must be 18 to apply. See the Job Postings board in the Counseling Center.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

JOSTENS will be at Benton on Friday, September 26th during Lunch to take class ring orders. Please make sure to bring your $50.00 deposit at this time!

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON

Interested in visiting with one of these colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

10/1/08 NWMSU
10/14/08 Baker University
10/16/08 Central Methodist
10/21/08 University of Saint Mary
10/22/08 University of Missouri Columbia
10/24/08 Truman State
10/27/08 William Jewell
10/28/08 Columbia College
11/4/08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11/6/08 MWSU
11/10/08 Midland Lutheran College
11/18/08 St. Louis University
11/19/08 UMKC

Benton Activites For the Week of September 22nd, 2008


Wednesday 9/24-
10 am MEC AD Meeting @ Lafayette
1:30 pm BUS Evacuation Day @ Benton
7:45 am Mc Bee Picture Retakes in Modis Gym
10:36 am – Cotillion Scholarship Mgt (5th Hr)
5:30 p.m.- Benton Soccer at Lafayette

Thursday 9/25
9:00 am Girls Golf @ Chillicothe Invitational
4:00 Girls Tennis vs. Savannah @ Noyes Cts.
5/6/7 Girls Volleyball vs Savannah @ Springer Gym
5:00 pm Girls Softball @ Maryville Bus Departs @ 3:00


Friday 9/26-
7:00 pm BHS Varsity Football vs Chillicothe @ Sparks Field

Saturday 9/27-8:00 am BHS Jv Volleyball Tournament
10:00 am All Alunmi Tour of BHS
Weather permitting – Southside 8th Grade Bantam Football @ BHS


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00


Stuco still has a limited supply of Benton Homecoming T-Shirts, they are 14 dollars per person, you may get them in A120.

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

9/23/2008

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONGRATULATIONS to the following students for making the 2008 Northwest All-District Choir:
Tiya Cole
Kenton Miller
Eric Oliver
Samantha Phillips
Sarah Reed
Kylie Warner
Kyleigh Weston

Tiya, Kenton, Sam, Sarah, Kylie, and Kyleigh will be auditioning for All-State Choir in October!
Way to go!!!!!

FCCLA, which is Family, Career & Community Leaders of America.
This organization focuses on developing personal growth and leadership development. Become actively involved in your community, school and family for a positive impact. Family is the central focus.
See Mrs. Ezzell or Mrs. Taliaferro for meeting dates and if you have additional questions.

The F.O.R. Club (Friends of Rachel) will meet on Thursday, September 25, at 7:11 a.m. in Mrs. Lock's room, 206. Everyone is welcome to attend. F.O.R. CLub members are working to accept the challenge of Rachel Scott, and to make our school and community a better place to be. All students who were members of PALs last year are encouraged to be involved in this new club in place of PALs.

O.A.S.I.S. is back!!! The first meeting is September 25th, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Activities include Tekken 5 and Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Sign up in Room A12 Mr. Reigerts Room.

Don’t forget to return your survey to your English teachers as soon as possible. THEY ARE DUE NOW!!!! When you return your survey your name goes into a drawing for an IPOD.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday morning, September 25th at 7:00 a.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Job announcements are available in the Counseling Center. Openings will be posted the beginning of every week. Questions? See Mrs. Arambula.

Interserv Daycare at Wesley Center has a job opening for Mon-Fri from 3:00 to 5:30. You must be 18 to apply. See the Job Postings board in the Counseling Center.

Drama Club will host an ice-breaker event on Tuesday, September 23rd from 6:00-7:00 at Hyde Park. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

JOSTENS will be at Benton on Friday, September 26th during Lunch to take class ring orders. Please make sure to bring your $50.00 deposit at this time!

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON

Interested in visiting with one of these colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

9/23/08 Buena Vista College
10/1/08 NWMSU
10/14/08 Baker University
10/16/08 Central Methodist
10/21/08 University of Saint Mary
10/22/08 University of Missouri Columbia
10/24/08 Truman State
10/27/08 William Jewell
10/28/08 Columbia College
11/4/08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11/6/08 MWSU
11/10/08 Midland Lutheran College
11/18/08 St. Louis University
11/19/08 UMKC

Benton Activites For the Week of September 22nd, 2008

Monday 9/22-
10:36 -11:11am Josten’s Ring Informational Meeting for ALL Juniors @ BHS
4:00 pm Girls Golf vs Platte County @ Fairview
4:00 pm Girls Tennis vs. Lafayette @ Noyes
4:30 pm Girls Softball vs. Savannah @ Hyde 5 Brown)
5/6/7 pm Fr/Jv/Var Girls Volleyball vs Chillicothe
5:00 pm Frosh Football @. Cameron (Bus Departs @ 3:15pm)
6:30 pm JV Football @ Cameron (Bus Departs @ 4:30 pm)

Tuesday 9/23-
7:00 am City AD meeting
4:00 pm Girls Tennis @ Trenton Bus Departs @ 2:00 pm
4:30 pm Girls Softball @ Cameron Bus Departs @ 2:30
4:30 pm B/G BHS Cross Country Invitational @ Hyde Park
5/6/7 pm Volleyball @ Pembrooke Hill Bus departs @ 3:15
5:00 pm Boys Soccer vs Cameron @ Sparks Field

Wednesday 9/24-
10 am MEC AD Meeting @ Lafayette
1:30 pm BUS Evacuation Day @ Benton
7:45 am Mc Bee Picture Retakes in Modis Gym
10:36 am – Cotillion Scholarship Mgt (5th Hr)
9:00 am Girls Golf @ Chillicothe Invitational
4:00 Girls Tennis vs. Savannah @ Noyes Cts.
5/6/7 Girls Volleyball vs Savannah @ Springer Gym
5:00 pm Girls Softball @ Maryville Bus Departs @ 3:00
5:30 pm Boys Soccer @ Lafayette

Friday 9/26-
7:00 pm BHS Varsity Football vs Chillicothe @ Sparks Field

Saturday 9/27-8:00 am BHS Jv Volleyball Tournament
10:00 am All Alunmi Tour of BHS
Weather permitting – Southside 8th Grade Bantam Football @ BHS


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00


Stuco still has a limited supply of Benton Homecoming T-Shirts, they are 14 dollars per person, you may get them in A120.

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

9-22-08

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Anyone interested in joining FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) Please attend the meeting immediately after school on Tuesday in Rm. 107.

O.A.S.I.S. is back!!! The first meeting is September 25th, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Activities include Tekken 5 and Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Sign up in Room A12 Mr. Reigerts Room.

Don’t forget to return your survey to your English teachers as soon as possible. THEY ARE DUE NOW!!!! When you return your survey your name goes into a drawing for an IPOD.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday morning, September 25th at 7:00 a.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Job announcements are available in the Counseling Center. Openings will be posted the beginning of every week. Questions? See Mrs. Arambula.

Interserv Daycare at Wesley Center has a job opening for Mon-Fri from 3:00 to 5:30. You must be 18 to apply. See the Job Postings board in the Counseling Center.

Drama Club will host an ice-breaker event on Tuesday, September 23rd from 6:00-7:00 at Hyde Park. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.


Benton’s Academic Team: For more information about Quiz Bowl, please stop by Mr. Carter’s Room A112 to sign-up.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON

Interested in visiting with one of these colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

9/23/08 Buena Vista College
10/1/08 NWMSU
10/14/08 Baker University
10/16/08 Central Methodist
10/21/08 University of Saint Mary
10/22/08 University of Missouri Columbia
10/24/08 Truman State
10/27/08 William Jewell
10/28/08 Columbia College
11/4/08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11/6/08 MWSU
11/10/08 Midland Lutheran College
11/18/08 St. Louis University
11/19/08 UMKC


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00

Staff: The students are questioning your strength with Tug-of -War!!!
We do have a secret weapon!!!! Does anyone have a Rush CD with Tom Saywer, I could borrow for Friday? Thanks Rick

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

9-19-2008

A reminder for all Upward Bound students: You need to stop by Miss Herbert's room, A116, to fill out a pink sheet this week in order to receive credit. Actual tutoring starts after school on Monday, Sept. 22.

O.A.S.I.S. is back!!! The first meeting is September 25th, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Activities include Tekken 5 and Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Sign up in Room A12 Mr. Reigerts Room.

ACT: Friday, Sept 19th is the deadline to sign up for the October 25th ACT. Anyone interested in taking the test needs to see your counselor to sign up. Students receiving free/reduced lunch, or in the Upward Bound Program are allowed 2 fee waivers during their junior and/or senior year to be able to take the test for free. If you are interested in receiving a fee waiver, contact your counselor by the Friday deadline.

Don’t forget to return your survey to your English teachers as soon as possible. THEY ARE DUE NOW!!!! When you return your survey your name goes into a drawing for an IPOD.

FCA will meet on Friday, September 19th at 7 AM in room A123

Outside Dates for the Homecoming Dance must sign up in the West Office (Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Silvey). The cost is $4 per person.

Homecoming shirts will be here Thursday Morning in Mr. Reigert's room A120, Mr. Reigert will be here at 7:00 am for you early birds. Cost is $14 per shirt.

Sign up for Cardinal Olympics is still "happening" in Mr. Reigert’s room A120. Cardinal Olympics are Friday Sept 19th at 1:30.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday morning, September 25th at 7:00 a.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Job announcements are available in the Counseling Center. Openings will be posted the beginning of every week. Questions? See Mrs. Arambula.

Interserv Daycare at Wesley Center has a job opening for Mon-Fri from 3:00 to 5:30. You must be 18 to apply. See the Job Postings board in the Counseling Center.

Drama Club will host an ice-breaker event on Tuesday, September 23rd from 6:00-7:00 at Hyde Park. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

Any junior that is interested in being on Prom Committee please sign up in room 209. We will close the sign ups on Sept. 19th. Questions? See Mrs. Misner or Mrs. Tami Davis in room 209

Benton’s Academic Team: For more information about Quiz Bowl, please stop by Mr. Carter’s Room A112 to sign-up.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON

Interested in visiting with one of these colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

9/23/08 Buena Vista College
10/1/08 NWMSU
10/14/08 Baker University
10/16/08 Central Methodist
10/21/08 University of Saint Mary
10/22/08 University of Missouri Columbia
10/24/08 Truman State
10/27/08 William Jewell
10/28/08 Columbia College
11/4/08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11/6/08 MWSU
11/10/08 Midland Lutheran College
11/19/08 UMKC


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00

I need to know how many if any would be interested in receiving the flu shot for around $30. Just Email me so I can let them know. Thanks Karen

Staff: The students are questioning your strength with Tug-of -War!!!
We do have a secret weapon!!!! Does anyone have a Rush CD with Tom Saywer, I could borrow for Friday? Thanks Rick

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

9-18-08

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

ACT: Friday, Sept 19th is the deadline to sign up for the October 25th ACT. Anyone interested in taking the test needs to see your counselor to sign up. Students receiving free/reduced lunch, or in the Upward Bound Program are allowed 2 fee waivers during their junior and/or senior year to be able to take the test for free. If you are interested in receiving a fee waiver, contact your counselor by the Friday deadline.

Congratulations to the girl's tennis team in their win against Maryville, 9-0 on Monday. Good job, girls.

Don’t forget to return your survey to your English teachers as soon as possible. THEY ARE DUE NOW!!!! When you return your survey your name goes into a drawing for an IPOD.

FCA will meet on Friday, September 19th at 7 AM in room A123

Outside Dates for the Homecoming Dance must sign up in the West Office (Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Silvey). The cost is $4 per person.

Homecoming shirts will be here Thursday Morning in Mr. Reigert's room A120, Mr. Reigert will be here at 7:00 am for you early birds. Cost is $14 per shirt.

Sign up for Cardinal Olympics is still "happening" in Mr. Reigert’s room A120. Cardinal Olympics are Friday Sept 19th at 1:30.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be Thursday, September 18th at 2:50 p.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Job announcements are available in the Counseling Center. Openings will be posted the beginning of every week. Questions? See Mrs. Arambula.

Interserv Daycare at Wesley Center has a job opening for Mon-Fri from 3:00 to 5:30. You must be 18 to apply. See the Job Postings board in the Counseling Center.

Drama Club will host an ice-breaker event on Tuesday, September 23rd from 6:00-7:00 at Hyde Park. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

Any junior that is interested in being on Prom Committee please sign up in room 209. We will close the sign ups on Sept. 19th. Questions? See Mrs. Misner or Mrs. Tami Davis in room 209

Benton’s Academic Team: For more information about Quiz Bowl, please stop by Mr. Carter’s Room A112 to sign-up.

Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hyde Elementary needs volunteers to help with their school carnival on Friday, October 3rd 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check with the A+ Office in the Benton Library for details.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON

Interested in visiting with one of these colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

09/23/08 Buena Vista College
10/01/08 NWMSU
10/14/08 Baker University
10/21/08 University of Saint Mary
10/22/08 University of Missouri Columbia
10/24/08 Truman State
10/28/08 Columbia College
11/04/08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11/06/08 MWSU
11/10/08 Midland Lutheran College
11/19/08 UMKC


FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(Submission Deadline 2:00

Staff: The students are questioning your strength with Tug-of -War!!!
We do have a secret weapon!!!! Does anyone have a Rush CD with Tom Saywer, I could borrow for Friday? Thanks Rick

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.

Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.

9-16-08

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS


· Don’t forget to return your survey to your English teachers as soon as possible. THEY ARE DUE NOW!!!! When you return your survey your name goes into a drawing for an IPOD.

· Homecoming will be the week of September 15-19th; the theme is “Music”, STUCO will be selling limited edition official homecoming t-shirts designed by our own Paden Chambers. Make you order by Friday so you can OWN THIS INCREDIBLE SHIRT! Sizes S-XXL- you may see the design in Mr. Reigert’s room (examples will be in teacher mailboxes). The Cost is only $14 dollars per shirt!

· A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be held on Thursday, September 18th at 2:50 p.m. in room A3. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

· Spirit Week will start Monday September 15th with come as your wear your favorite music group/concert t-shirts. We will be having the Cardinal Olympics Friday Sept 19th. Sign up will be in Mr. Reigerts room for "Class Teams" - It will start at 1:30, more information will follow.

Oct. 9th the Health Express will be here doing sports physicals for $10.00. Sign up now in the nurse's office.

Job announcements are available in the Counseling Center. Current openings will be posted at the beginning of every week for students looking for a part time job. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

Interserv Daycare at Wesley Center has an opening for Mon-Fri from 3:00 to 5:30 You must be 18 to apply. See the Job Postings board in the Counseling Center if you need more information.

· Any junior that is interested in being on Prom Committee please sign up in room 209. You have to be a junior and we will close the sign ups on Sept. 19th. Any questions see Mrs. Misner or Mrs. Tami Davis in room 209

· Benton’s Academic Team: For more information about Quiz Bowl, please stop by Mr. Carter’s Room A112 to sign-up.

· Pumpkin Fest: Volunteers are needed for this year’s event, which is October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Please see Mrs. Arambula in the Counseling Center if you are interested.


COLLEGES VISITING BENTON

Interested in visiting one of these colleges? Come to the counseling office to sign up no later than 5th hour the day before the visit:

9/23/08 Buena Vista College
10/1/08 NWMSU
10/14/08 Baker University
10/21/08 University of Saint Mary
10/22/08 University of Missouri Columbia
10/24/08 Truman State
10/28/08 Columbia College
11/4/08 University of Missouri Science and Technology
11/6/08 MWSU
11/10/08 Midland Lutheran College
11/19/08 UMKC

FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benton.Bulletin@sjsd.k12.mo.us
Submission Deadline 2:00

Staff: I think it would be awesome if we had a team for the Cardinal Olympics. Students have been "not very kind" to the staff's athletic prowess! Sign up in teams of 4, in room A120! Mr. Reigert

Information packets are available concerning Homecoming activities in your mailbox-please let me know of any concerns. Mr. Reigert (a.k.a. The Docta)

I will be releasing the Student Council names shortly so you know who they are. Mr. Reigert

The wellness clinic is scheduled for Tues. Oct 14th 7-10:30 AM. See the nurse to schedule your apt. the cost is $10.00.


Apple Seed grant forms are available and are being accepted in our office. The deadline is October 3, 2008. Hard copies of the application form are going out to the buildings in the inter-school mail today. Teachers may also access the form on the SJSD website, under SJSD Foundation, Applications.

Teams of teachers applying may not consist of more than three people and one of the team must be identified as the lead teacher, responsible for purchase orders and final summaries. Also, counselors and librarians may co-apply when teamed with one or more classroom teachers.