Tuesday - December 22, 2009

BENTON BOOK CLUB: Benton's Book Club will meet TONIGHT at 7 PM in the Borders Cafe. Bring the book you are currently reading or an old favorite to share with the group. Students and teachers are welcome to attend.

SCHOLARSHIP ASSEMBLY: Any senior receiving ANY kind of scholarship should report it on Prep HQ so that we may recognize you at the end of the year Scholarship Assembly. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for more information.

GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a minority student with significant financial need and a GPA of at least 3.3, you might be eligible for the GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP. Please see Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for an application packet. The deadline is January 7th.

FBLA MEETING RESCHEDULED: The FBLA meeting scheduled for Friday, December 18th, has been postponed until Wednesday, January 6th. Please bring any BackPack Buddy items to Room 111 on Friday, December 18th, or Monday, December 21st. We will deliver them on Tuesday, December 22nd.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Monday - December 21, 2009

BENTON BOOK CLUB: Benton's Book Club will meet on Tuesday, December 22nd, at 7 PM in the Borders Cafe. Bring the book you are currently reading or an old favorite to share with the group. Students and teachers are welcome to attend.

SCHOLARSHIP ASSEMBLY: Any senior receiving ANY kind of scholarship should report it on Prep HQ so that we may recognize you at the end of the year Scholarship Assembly. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for more information.

GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a minority student with significant financial need and a GPA of at least 3.3, you might be eligible for the GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP. Please see Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for an application packet. The deadline is January 7th.

FBLA MEETING RESCHEDULED: The FBLA meeting scheduled for Friday, December 18th, has been postponed until Wednesday, January 6th. Please bring any BackPack Buddy items to Room 111 on Friday, December 18th, or Monday, December 21st. We will deliver them on Tuesday, December 22nd.

YOUTH ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Friday - December 18, 2009

CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY + SCHEDULE CHANGE: Students! We will have a Christmas- and holiday-themed assembly TODAY beginning at 2:10 PM during 7th hour. Due to testing, the schedule TODAY will be the same as YESTERDAY'S schedule EXCEPT 7th hour will start at 12:47 PM when CAMP is normally held. If you have any questions, please refer to a print schedules.

BENTON BOOK CLUB: Benton's Book Club will meet on Tuesday, December 22nd, at 7 PM in the Borders Cafe. Bring the book you are currently reading or an old favorite to share with the group. Students and teachers are welcome to attend.

SCHOLARSHIP ASSEMBLY: Any senior receiving ANY kind of scholarship should report it on Prep HQ so that we may recognize you at the end of the year Scholarship Assembly. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for more information.

GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a minority student with significant financial need and a GPA of at least 3.3, you might be eligible for the GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP. Please see Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for an application packet. The deadline is January 7th.

FBLA MEETING RESCHEDULED: The FBLA meeting scheduled for Friday, December 18th, has been postponed until Wednesday, January 6th. Please bring any BackPack Buddy items to Room 111 on Friday, December 18th, or Monday, December 21st. We will deliver them on Tuesday, December 22nd.

YOUTH ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Thursday - December 17, 2009

CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY + SCHEDULE CHANGE: Students! We will have a Christmas- and holiday-themed assembly TOMORROW beginning at 2:10 PM during 7th hour. Due to testing, the schedule TOMORROW will be the same as TODAY'S schedule EXCEPT 7th hour will start at 12:47 PM when CAMP is normally held. If you have any questions, please refer to a print schedules.

DODGEBALL SIGN-UP: If you're going to become true dodgeballers, then you've got to learn the five D's of dodgeball: dodge, duck, dip, dive and dodge!" Sign-up for a student dodgeball team for Friday's assembly will be held during lunch TODAY.

ASVAB RESULTS: If you took the ASVAB test please report to the counseling center at the beginning of CAMP TODAY to receive your results.

FBLA MEETING RESCHEDULED: The FBLA meeting scheduled for Friday, December 18th, has been postponed until Wednesday, January 6th. Please bring any BackPack Buddy items to Room 111 on Friday, December 18th, or Monday, December 21st. We will deliver them on Tuesday, December 22nd.

YOUTH ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular TODAY from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Wednesday - December 16, 2009

CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY + SCHEDULE CHANGE: Students! We will have a Christmas-themed assembly this Friday beginning at 2:10 PM during 7th hour. Due to testing, the schedule on Friday will be the same as the Thursday schedule EXCEPT 7th hour will start at 12:47 PM when CAMP is normally held. If you have any questions, please refer to a print schedules.

ASVAB RESULTS: If you took the ASVAB test please report to the counseling center at the beginning of CAMP TOMORROW to receive your results.

FBLA MEETING: FBLA meeting has been rescheduled for Friday, December 18th, in Room 111 at 7:10 AM. Bring your items for BackPack Buddies and be ready to choose an event for the FBLA district contest. We will also try to finish up the LifeSmarts competition. See you on Friday!

YOUTH ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular TOMORROW from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Tuesday - December 15, 2009

ASVAB RESULTS: If you took the ASVAB test please report to the counseling center at the beginning of CAMP on Thursday, December 17th, to receive your results.

STUCO MEETING: A STUCO meeting will be held in room A120 on Wednesday, December 15th, at 7:10 AM. All members should plan to attend!

FBLA MEETING: FBLA meeting has been rescheduled for Friday, December 18th, in Room 111 at 7:10 AM. Bring your items for BackPack Buddies and be ready to choose an event for the FBLA district contest. We will also try to finish up the LifeSmarts competition. See you on Friday!

YOUTH ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular on Thursday, December 17th, from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Monday - December 14, 2009

UPWARD BOUND TUTORING: Upward Bound students! After school tutoring will begin TODAY in Room 107. Be sure to stop in and sign in with your tutor.

STUCO MEETING: A STUCO meeting will be held in room A120 on Wednesday, December 15th, at 7:10 AM. All members should plan to attend!

FBLA MEETING: FBLA meeting has been rescheduled for Friday, December 18th, in Room 111 at 7:10 AM. Bring your items for BackPack Buddies and be ready to choose an event for the FBLA district contest. We will also try to finish up the LifeSmarts competition. See you on Friday!

YOUTH ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular on Thursday, December 17th, from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Friday - December 11, 2009

QUIZ BOWL CANCELLATION: The quiz bowl tournament scheduled for this weekend at Maryville has been postponed and the makeup date has not yet been determined.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: If you have checked out a library laptop overnight, you MUST return the laptop PRIOR to the start of first hour! You cannot keep a laptop during school hours at ANY time. You will receive one warning the next time a laptop is not returned. The following time your checkout privileges will be REVOKED. The only exceptions to this rule include days when you are sick or school is not in session, as in a snow day. If you are present your laptop MUST be returned! See Mrs. Corey if you have any questions.

UPWARD BOUND TUTORING: Upward Bound students! After school tutoring will begin on Monday, December 14th, in Room 107. Be sure to stop in and sign in with your tutor.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

PLAY AND PIE NIGHT: Drama Club will be having Play and Pie Night! We will meet at Lafayette at 6:30 PM TONIGHT to see the musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie." After the show we will go to Perkins. Everyone must purchase their own tickets ($8 at the door or $6 in advance) and provide their own transportation.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular on Thursday, December 17th, from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Thursday - December 10, 2009

NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER.

Wednesday - December 9, 2009

NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER.

Tuesday - December 8, 2009

NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER.

Monday - December 7, 2009

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

ASVAB TEST RESULTS: If you took the ASVAB test, please report to the counseling center Tuesday, December 8th at the beginning of CAMP to receive your results.

FBLA MEETING: FBLA meeting will be held next Thursday, December 10th at 7:10 AM in Room 111. Remember to bring snack items for Backpack Buddies. We will taking our final tests for LifeSmarts and choosing the competitions for the District FBLA contest in March. Please be on time!

PLAY AND PIE NIGHT: Drama Club will be having Play and Pie Night! We will meet at Lafayette at 6:30 on Friday, December 11th to see the musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie". After the show we will go to Perkins. Everyone must purchase their own tickets ($8 at the door or $6 in advance) and provide their own transportation.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular on Thursday, December 17th from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Friday - December 4, 2009

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Merry Christmas! ‘Tis the season for giving and what better way to do this than to give your time to worthy causes! Come volunteer with the Saint Joseph Youth Alliance! This is a free and fun way to give back to your community. These opportunities are great for individuals, school groups, youth groups, High School students needing hours for graduation, community service, as well as a wonderful family activity! Anyone interested please contact Ms. Hitch in the counseling office for details.

ASVAB TEST RESULTS: If you took the ASVAB test, please report to the counseling center Tuesday, December 8th at the beginning of CAMP to receive your results.

FBLA MEETING: FBLA meeting will be held next Thursday, December 10th at 7:10 AM in Room 111. Remember to bring snack items for Backpack Buddies. We will taking our final tests for LifeSmarts and choosing the competitions for the District FBLA contest in March. Please be on time!

ATTENTION ALL SOCCER PLAYERS: Starting this Saturday at 1:30 in the BHS gym, we will be having open gym and splitting into teams to scrimmage for soccer! Boys and girls are both welcome to come and play! If you have any questions see Coach Bosch in Room 100!

PLAY AND PIE NIGHT: Drama Club will be having Play and Pie Night! We will meet at Lafayette at 6:30 on Friday, December 11th to see the musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie". After the show we will go to Perkins. Everyone must purchase their own tickets ($8 at the door or $6 in advance) and provide their own transportation.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular on Thursday, December 17th from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Thursday - December 3, 2009

ASVAB TEST RESULTS: If you took the ASVAB test, please report to the counseling center Tuesday, December 8th at the beginning of CAMP to receive your results.

FBLA MEETING: FBLA meeting will be held next Thursday, December 10th at 7:10 AM in Room 111. Remember to bring snack items for Backpack Buddies. We will taking our final tests for LifeSmarts and choosing the competitions for the District FBLA contest in March. Please be on time!

ATTENTION ALL SOCCER PLAYERS: Starting this Saturday at 1:30 in the BHS gym, we will be having open gym and splitting into teams to scrimmage for soccer! Boys and girls are both welcome to come and play! If you have any questions see Coach Bosch in Room 100!

PLAY AND PIE NIGHT: Drama Club will be having Play and Pie Night! We will meet at Lafayette at 6:30 on Friday, December 11th to see the musical, "Bye, Bye Birdie". After the show we will go to Perkins. Everyone must purchase their own tickets ($8 at the door or $6 in advance) and provide their own transportation.

CHRISTMAS SPOOKTACULAR: Drama Club will be hosting the Christmas Spooktacular on Thursday, December 17th from 4:30-8:30 PM in the auditorium. Come in a Halloween costume for the contest and bring a holiday gag gift for the gift exchange. We will watch a Christmas movie and go on a ghost hunt. Bring food and drinks to share.

SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Salvation Army this holiday season, including bell ringing, assembling gift bags, setting up for group dinners, and distributing toys. Please see Mrs. Rucker or call 816-279-2101 for more details.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Wednesday - December 2, 2009

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• TODAY at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Tuesday - December 1, 2009

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• TOMORROW at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

TURN IN IT WINNERS: Congratulations to our two winners for November's Turn It In For The Win contest in the library! Our two winners are Tamara Cook and Jeremy Hinds! Please visit the library to claim your prizes and thanks to all our students without overdue books!

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Monday - November 30, 2009

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

READ POSTER CAMPAIGN + DRAWING: Students! Be a part of Benton Library's first ever Read poster campaign! Instead of featuring celebrities, we're featuring YOU and your favorite books! Any student who chooses to participate will be entered in a drawing for a $20 Borders bookstore gift card! Simply stop by the library before or after school with a book (or choose one from the shelves) to have your picture taken by Mrs. Corey to be entered to win!

Wednesday - November 25, 2009

TODAY'S LUNCH: Sack Lunch

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

OMG! NEW BOOKS: The library has received a large book order (around 500 titles) that are simply waiting for checkout! Be sure to stop by the library this week to grab a brand new book to keep you company during Thanksgiving break!

KEEP IT CLEAN: Students, there continues to be food and food wrappers trashing up the hallways. If this behavior continues, we will no longer allow food outside the cafeteria or allow food and drink to be brought in!

Tuesday - November 24, 2009

TODAY'S LUNCH: Mozzarella Cheese Sticks with Marinara Sauce, SJSD Quesadilla, or Manager’s Special

NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION NIGHT: Have you ever thought about attending the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland? Then you should make plans to attend the US Navy Academy Information Night TONIGHT from 5-7:30 PM at the National World War I Museum at The Liberty Memorial in Kansas City. See Mrs. Turner to sign up.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

OMG! NEW BOOKS: The library has received a large book order (around 500 titles) that are simply waiting for checkout! Be sure to stop by the library this week to grab a brand new book to keep you company during Thanksgiving break!

KEEP IT CLEAN: Students, there continues to be food and food wrappers trashing up the hallways. If this behavior continues, we will no longer allow food outside the cafeteria or allow food and drink to be brought in!

Monday - November 23, 2009

TODAY'S LUNCH: Chicken Tenders with Hot Bread Item, Egg Roll with Shrimp and Rice, or Fish on Bun.

KEEP IT CLEAN: Students, there continues to be food and food wrappers trashing up the hallways. If this behavior continues, we will no longer allow food outside the cafeteria or allow food and drink to be brought in!

ROTC CONGRATS: Congratulations to ROTC for the great performance and participation in the Veterans Day activities. Citizens from the community sent a letter commending your service each year with the program. Thank you to those who took part and represented Benton High School.

OMG! NEW BOOKS: The library has received a large book order (around 500 titles) that are simply waiting for checkout! Be sure to stop by the library this week to grab a brand new book to keep you company during Thanksgiving break!

UPWARD BOUND CANCELED: After School tutoring for today for Upward Bound students has been canceled. It will resume next Monday, November 30th, as normal.

QUIZ BOWL THANKS AND CONGRATS: The Quiz Bowl team would like to thank the students and staff that helped run our tournament at Benton this weekend. The tournament was an absolute success. We'd also like to recognize freshman Zach Bailey who placed 10th out of ninety competitors at a recent quiz bowl tournament at Lexington High School.

NHS THANKSGIVING: All NHS students that signed up for Thanksgiving Adopt-a-Family, must see either Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth by Tuesday morning. We will meet Wednesday after school to pick up the meals and other items to deliver Wednesday after school to the families.

NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION NIGHT: Have you ever thought about attending the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland? Then you should make plans to attend the US Navy Academy Information Night on Tuesday, Nov 24th from 5-7:30pm at the National World War I Museum at The Liberty Memorial in Kansas City. See Mrs. Turner to sign up.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win your choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Friday - November 20, 2009

KEEP IT CLEAN: Students, there continues to be food and food wrappers trashing up the hallways. If this behavior continues, we will no longer allow food outside the cafeteria or allow food and drink to be brought in!

NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION NIGHT: Have you ever thought about attending the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland? Then you should make plans to attend the US Navy Academy Information Night on Tuesday, Nov 24th from 5-7:30pm at the National World War I Museum at The Liberty Memorial in Kansas City. See Mrs. Turner to sign up.

SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS: The following scholarships are coming due soon:

• Soil & Water Conservation, Due Nov. 28th
• Air Force ROTC, Due Dec 1st
• SAE Engineering, Due Dec 1st
• Toyota Scholars, Due Dec 1st
• AXA Achievement, Due Dec 15th.
  

See Prep HQ for more information!

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training will be be held on the following dates in November:

• Monday, November 23rd, at 7 AM

December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage TONIGHT and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win your choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Thursday - November 19, 2009

NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION NIGHT: Have you ever thought about attending the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland? Then you should make plans to attend the US Navy Academy Information Night Tuesday, Nov 24th from 5-7:30pm at the National World War I Museum at The Liberty Memorial in Kansas City. See Mrs. Turner to sign up.

SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS: The following scholarships are coming due soon:

• Soil & Water Conservation, Due Nov. 28th
• Air Force ROTC, Due Dec 1st
• SAE Engineering, Due Dec 1st
• Toyota Scholars, Due Dec 1st
• AXA Achievement, Due Dec 15th.
  

See Prep HQ for more information!

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training will be be held on the following dates in November:

• Monday, November 23rd, at 7 AM

December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage this coming Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win your choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Wednesday - November 18, 2009

DAR GOOD CITIZEN: Congratulations to Karli Sample for being named Benton High School's DAR Good Citizen. Karli was chosen by a faculty vote as a student who displays remarkable dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism.

NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION NIGHT: Have you ever thought about attending the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland? Then you should make plans to attend the US Navy Academy Information Night Tuesday, Nov 24th from 5-7:30pm at the National World War I Museum at The Liberty Memorial in Kansas City. See Mrs. Turner to sign up.

SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS: The following scholarships are coming due soon:

• Soil & Water Conservation, Due Nov. 28th
• Air Force ROTC, Due Dec 1st
• SAE Engineering, Due Dec 1st
• Toyota Scholars, Due Dec 1st
• AXA Achievement, Due Dec 15th.
  

See Prep HQ for more information!

MISSOURI WESTERN VISIT: Any senior who would like to go on a college visit to Missouri Western on Monday, November 23rd, please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center. There is limited availability so it is first come first serve. You must be passing all your classes, have high attendance and have taken the ACT. Students must sign up by TODAY.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training will be be held on the following dates in November:

• Monday, November 23rd, at 7 AM

December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage this coming Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win your choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Tuesday - November 17, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS: The following scholarships are coming due soon:

• Soil & Water Conservation, Due Nov. 28th
• Air Force ROTC, Due Dec 1st
• SAE Engineering, Due Dec 1st
• Toyota Scholars, Due Dec 1st
• AXA Achievement, Due Dec 15th.
  

See Prep HQ for more information!

MISSOURI WESTERN VISIT: Any senior who would like to go on a college visit to Missouri Western on Monday, November 23rd, please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center. There is limited availability so it is first come first serve. You must be passing all your classes, have high attendance and have taken the ACT. Students must sign up by Wednesday, November 18th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training will be be held on the following dates in November:

• Monday, November 23rd, at 7 AM

December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: If you have applied to a college, you must request your transcript through Prep HQ, or it cannot be sent!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage this coming Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Monday - November 16, 2009

BENTON BOOK CLUB: The Benton Book Club will meet TONIGHT at 7 PM in the Borders Bookstore Cafe. We'll be discussing "A Certain Slant of Light," but you can bring another book to share with us if you haven't read it!

MISSOURI WESTERN VISIT: Any senior who would like to go on a college visit to Missouri Western on Monday, November 23rd, please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center. There is limited availability so it is first come first serve. You must be passing all your classes, have high attendance and have taken the ACT. Students must sign up by Wednesday, November 18th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training will be be held on the following dates in November:

• TODAY at 2:45 PM
  
• Monday, November 23rd, at 7 AM

December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: If you have applied to a college, you must request your transcript through Prep HQ, or it cannot be sent!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage this coming Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Friday - November 13, 2009

MISSOURI WESTERN VISIT: Any senior who would like to go on a college visit to Missouri Western on November 23rd, please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center. There is limited availability so it is first come first serve. You must be passing all your classes, have high attendance and have taken the ACT. Students must sign up by Wednesday, November 18th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training will be be held on the following dates in November:

• Monday, November 16th, at 2:45 PM
  
• Monday, November 23rd, at 7 AM

December tutor training sessions will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 2nd, at 2:45 PM
• Wednesday, December 16th, at 7 AM

All training sessions will be in Mrs. O'Dell's room in the library. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in the A+ office.

COTILLION ACT SCORE: If any student who applied for Cotillion just received a higher ACT score in the October testing cycle than what you had previously received, you need to report it to Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP!

BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: Congratulations to Shelby Hawkins! Out of all three high schools in St. Joseph, she was chosen to represent St. Joseph School District in the Belcher Scholarship Competition.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: If you have applied to a college, you must request your transcript through Prep HQ, or it cannot be sent.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage on November 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Thursday - November 12, 2009

MISSOURI WESTERN VISIT: Any senior who would like to go on a college visit to Missouri Western on November 23rd, please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center. There is limited availability so it is first come first serve. You must be passing all your classes, have high attendance and have taken the ACT.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage on November 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

MISSOURI FINE ARTS ACADEMY: Any student who wishes to find out more information about the Missouri Fine Arts Academy, which is a 3 week summer residential program for artistically gifted students, should see Mrs. Turner or their Fine Arts instructor. A student may apply in one of the following areas: Dance, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Wednesday - November 11, 2009

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage on November 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

JUNIOR CLASS SPONSORS: It's time to start planning for prom! We will have a TEACHER'S ONLY prom committee meeting TODAY in Room 207 directly after school. Juniors listen to the announcements for the date and time of our first meeting, it will be coming soon!

FBLA MEETING: FBLA will be meeting TOMORROW at 7:10 AM in Room 111. We will be practicing for the LifeSmarts competition and writing thank you notes from the field trip. See you there!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

MISSOURI FINE ARTS ACADEMY: Any student who wishes to find out more information about the Missouri Fine Arts Academy, which is a 3 week summer residential program for artistically gifted students, should see Mrs. Turner or their Fine Arts instructor. A student may apply in one of the following areas: Dance, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Tuesday - November 10, 2009

STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING: On Wednesday, November 11th, there will be a Student Council meeting at 7 AM in Room A120, Mr. Reigert's Room. It is imperative that ALL MEMBERS attend!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage on November 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

JUNIOR CLASS SPONSORS: It's time to start planning for prom! We will have a TEACHER'S ONLY prom committee meeting on Wednesday, November 11th, in Room 207 directly after school. Juniors listen to the announcements for the date and time of our first meeting, it will be coming soon!

FBLA MEETING: FBLA will be meeting on Thursday, November 12th, at 7:10 AM in Room 111. We will be practicing for the LifeSmarts competition and writing thank you notes from the field trip. See you there!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

MISSOURI FINE ARTS ACADEMY: Any student who wishes to find out more information about the Missouri Fine Arts Academy, which is a 3 week summer residential program for artistically gifted students, should see Mrs. Turner or their Fine Arts instructor. A student may apply in one of the following areas: Dance, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Monday - November 9, 2009

CONGRATS TO CROSS COUNTRY: Congratulations to the four members of the Cross Country Team for their efforts in the State Cross Country Championships Saturday in Jefferson City. John Beamon ran the race of his career and missed earning All-State Honors by only 11 places. Blayr Bolton was equally successful and missed All-State Honors by 14 places and finished with the 8th highest place at State in Benton Girls Cross Country history. Taylor Woodruff positioned herself well early in the race and finished with a strong performance. Kain Ellis also positioned himself well early in the race and finished as the 7th fastest freshman in state.

STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING: On Wednesday, November 11th, there will be a Student Council meeting at 7 AM in Room A120, Mr. Reigert's Room. It is imperative that ALL MEMBERS attend!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: Don't miss the romance, laughter and muffins in the classic play, "The Importance of Being Earnest." Showings will be held on the Benton stage on November 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5!

JUNIOR CLASS SPONSORS: It's time to start planning for prom! We will have a TEACHER'S ONLY prom committee meeting on Wednesday, November 11th, in Room 207 directly after school. Juniors listen to the announcements for the date and time of our first meeting, it will be coming soon!

FBLA MEETING: FBLA will be meeting on Thursday, November 12th, at 7:10 AM in Room 111. We will be practicing for the LifeSmarts competition and writing thank you notes from the field trip. See you there!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!

MISSOURI FINE ARTS ACADEMY: Any student who wishes to find out more information about the Missouri Fine Arts Academy, which is a 3 week summer residential program for artistically gifted students, should see Mrs. Turner or their Fine Arts instructor. A student may apply in one of the following areas: Dance, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Friday - November 6, 2009

STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING: On Wednesday, November 11th, there will be a student Council Meeting at 7 AM in room A120 , Mr. Reigert's Room. It is imperative ALL MEMBERS attend.

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is TODAY. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

COTILLION APPLICATION: To those of you who are applying for Cotillion: You must have your final copy of the Scholarship application turned in to Mrs. Turner by TODAY.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL: Practice for Special Olympics Basketball will begin this Saturday! If you are interested in playing please stop by room 100 and sign up with Coach Bosch!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!!!

MISSOURI FINE ARTS ACADEMY: Any student who wishes to find out more information about the Missouri Fine Arts Academy which is a 3 week summer residential program for artistically gifted students, should see Mrs. Turner or their Fine Arts Instructor. A student may apply in one of the following areas: Dance, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Thursday - November 5, 2009

CELL PHONE POLICY MEETING: Any student interested in discussing possible changes to Benton's cell phone policy should plan to meet in the library TODAY at 3 PM. All students are invited to have input and discussion with the administration prior to any cell phone policy changes.

SPRING BASEBALL MEETING: Attention all boys going out for baseball this spring! There is a mandatory meeting in Room 112, Coach Musser's room, immediately after school TODAY. The meeting will last 30 minutes and will start at 2:55 PM. We will have a sign in sheet for everyone to sign.

SOFTBALL PIZZA PARTY: The end of year softball pizza party will be at the Sandlot TONIGHT at 7 pm. Pizza an water will be provided for all players. Please sign the list in room 306 if you are attending.

STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING: On Wednesday, November 11th, there will be a student Council Meeting at 7 AM in room A120 , Mr. Reigert's Room. It is imperative ALL MEMBERS attend.

VOLLEYBALL HONORS: Congratulations to Karli Sample and Krystin King for being selected to the Volleyball All-City First Team AND Breonna Embray and Katie Graves for their selection to the All-City Second Team. Way to represent the South Side, ladies!

HEISMAN SCHOLARSHIP: Congratulations to Karli Sample and Logan Shryock. They won the Wendy's High School Heisman Award for our school. Karli has also been selected as a Wendy's Heisman State Finalist! Good luck Karli!

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is Friday, November 6th. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

COTILLION APPLICATION: To those of you who are applying for Cotillion: You must have your final copy of the Scholarship application turned in to Mrs. Turner by Friday, November 6th.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL: Practice for Special Olympics Basketball will begin this Saturday! If you are interested in playing please stop by room 100 and sign up with Coach Bosch!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!!!

MISSOURI FINE ARTS ACADEMY: Any student who wishes to find out more information about the Missouri Fine Arts Academy which is a 3 week summer residential program for artistically gifted students, should see Mrs. Turner or their Fine Arts Instructor. A student may apply in one of the following areas: Dance, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

Wednesday - November 4, 2009

CELL PHONE POLICY MEETING: Any student interested in discussing possible changes to Benton's cell phone policy should plan to meet in the library on Thursday, November 5th, at 3 PM. All students are invited to have input and discussion with the administration prior to any cell phone policy changes.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

VOLLEYBALL HONORS: Congratulations to Karli Sample and Krystin King for being selected to the Volleyball All-City First Team AND Breonna Embray and Katie Graves for their selection to the All-City Second Team. Way to represent the South Side, ladies!

FCCLA PENNY WARS: The penny wars will begin on TODAY!! FCCLA is challenging all students to bring their pennies to CAMP. All monies will be donated to the United Way. The CAMP that has donated the greatest amount of money will be treated to ice cream!!!

SPRING BASEBALL MEETING: Attention all boys going out for baseball this spring! There is a mandatory meeting in Room 112, Coach Musser's room, immediately after school on Thursday, November 5th. The meeting will last 30 minutes and will start at 2:55 PM. We will have a sign in sheet for everyone to sign.

SOFTBALL PIZZA PARTY: The end of year softball pizza party will be at the Sandlot this Thursday Nov. 5th at 7 pm. Pizza an water will be provided for all players. Please sign the list in room 306 if you are attending.

HEISMAN SCHOLARSHIP: Congratulations to Karli Sample and Logan Shryock. They won the Wendy's High School Heisman Award for our school. Karli has also been selected as a Wendy's Heisman State Finalist! Good luck Karli!

SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL: Practice for Special Olympics Basketball will begin this Saturday! If you are interested in playing please stop by room 100 and sign up with Coach Bosch!

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club shirts have arrived. If you ordered a shirt, please drop by room 102 to pick it up!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is Friday, November 6th. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

Tuesday - November 3, 2009

CELL PHONE POLICY MEETING: Any student interested in discussing possible changes to Benton's cell phone policy should plan to meet in the library on Thursday, November 5th, at 3 PM. All students are invited to have input and discussion with the administration prior to any cell phone policy changes.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

OVERDUE NOTICES: Overdue notices for library books will be handed out in CAMP today. If you have an overdue book, please return it or renew it to be eligible for this month's drawing!

SOFTBALL PIZZA PARTY: The end of year softball pizza party will be at the Sandlot this Thursday Nov. 5th at 7 pm. Pizza an water will be provided for all players. Please sign the list in room 306 if you are attending.

HEISMAN SCHOLARSHIP: Congratulations to Karli Sample and Logan Shryock. They won the Wendy's High School Heisman Award for our school. Karli has also been selected as a Wendy's Heisman State Finalist! Good luck Karli!

SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL: Practice for Special Olympics Basketball will begin this Saturday! If you are interested in playing please stop by room 100 and sign up with Coach Bosch!

NHS ORDERS: National Honor Scoiety trash bag order forms are due to Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth today. If you have a problem, please talk with one of them before you leave school today.

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club shirts have arrived. If you ordered a shirt, please drop by room 102 to pick it up!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is Friday, November 6th. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

Monday - November 2, 2009

CONGRATS TO CROSS COUNTRY: Congratulations to the Cross Country Team for their efforts in the District Championships on Saturday at Kearney. The boys team finished a very solid 4th place led by the outstanding All-District performances from John Beamon and Kain Ellis. Ryno Relford also ran an exceptional race. Keegan Cunningham, Tanner Murphy, and Brandon Parker provided strong support. The girls team also ran well led by the superior runs from Taylor Woodruff and Blayr Bolton to earn All-District Honors. Amber Flint also ran a tremendous race. Heavin Warner, Lauren Johnson, and Eden Woodbury completed the team scoring. John Beamon, Kain Ellis, Taylor Woodruff, and Blayr Bolton will all qualified and will participate in the State Cross Country Championships this Saturday in Jefferson City.

CELL PHONE POLICY MEETING: Any student interested in discussing possible changes to Benton's cell phone policy should plan to meet in the library on Thursday, November 5th, at 3 PM. All students are invited to have input and discussion with the administration prior to any cell phone policy changes.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN: For the month of November, any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win you choice of book by either Roland Smith or Stephenie Meyer, along with a swag bag of free stuff! Stop in the library for more details! Two winners, one male and one female, will be chosen.

SOFTBALL PIZZA PARTY: The end of year softball pizza party will be at the Sandlot this Thursday Nov. 5th at 7 pm. Pizza an water will be provided for all players. Please sign the list in room 306 if you are attending.

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club shirts have arrived. If you ordered a shirt, please drop by room 102 to pick it up!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

BLOOD DRIVE: The Community Blood Center and The Benton High School Student Council will be holding a Blood Drive on Monday, November 2, 2009 During Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Please if you have not signed up, do so in Mr. Reigert's room A120.

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is Friday, November 6th. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

Friday - October 30, 2009

CELL PHONE POLICY MEETING: Any student interested in discussing possible changes to Benton's cell phone policy should plan to meet in the library on Thursday, November 5th, at 3 PM. All students are invited to have input and discussion with the administration prior to any cell phone policy changes.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY CANCELED: Drama Club's Halloween Party has been canceled for TODAY. It will be rescheduled for a later date. Please check the callboard and listen to announcements for further information. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club shirts have arrived. If you ordered a shirt, please drop by room 102 to pick it up!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

BLOOD DRIVE: The Community Blood Center and The Benton High School Student Council will be holding a Blood Drive on Monday, November 2, 2009 During Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Please if you have not signed up, do so in Mr. Reigert's room A120.

ELKS SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a senior applying for the ELKS scholarship, you must have your final application printed off, signed and submitted to Mrs. Turner by the morning of Monday, November 2nd. These scholarship applications MUST be postmarked by this date.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD: If you are applying for the Prudential Spirit of Community Award, you MUST get your application and written essay to Mrs. Turner by TODAY.

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is Friday, November 6th. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

Thursday - October 29, 2009

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY CANCELED: Drama Club's Halloween Party has been cancelled for this Friday. It will be rescheduled for a later date. Please check the callboard and listen to announcements for further information. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club shirts have arrived. If you ordered a shirt, please drop by room 102 to pick it up!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The all-school play, "The Importance of Being Earnest" has changed performance dates. Mark your calendars for November 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, so you don't miss this great show!

TRIP TO EUROPE: There will be a student informational meeting about an upcoming trip this July to Northern Italy, Monaco, and France TODAY after school in room A116. If you cannot make the meeting, please see Mrs. Keith for the information.

BLOOD DRIVE: The Community Blood Center and The Benton High School Student Council will be holding a Blood Drive, Monday November 2, 2009 During Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Please if you have not signed up, do so in Mr. Reigert's room A120.

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD: If you are applying for the Prudential Spirit of Community Award, you MUST get your application and written essay to Mrs. Turner by Friday, October 30th.

ACT TEST DATE: Students, sign up now to take the ACT on December 12th. Deadline to register is November 6th. Please see your counselor or Mrs. Hitch for more information. If you are a Junior and you are college bound, you must take the ACT before the end of your Junior year or you will miss important deadlines next year.

Wednesday - October 28, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP MEETING: Any senior who would like to work on the Cotillion or on completing an Activities Resume should plan on working on these in the Counseling Center with Mrs. Turner TONIGHT from 5pm - 7pm. Any senior who is college bound should develop an Activities Resume and keep one on file with Mrs. Turner.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY: Drama Club will be hosting a Halloween Costume Party on Friday, October 30th from 7:00-10:00 in the auditorium. Check the callboard for details!

TRIP TO EUROPE: There will be a student informational meeting about an upcoming trip this July to Northern Italy, Monaco, and France on Thurs. Oct. 29th after school in room A116. If you cannot make the meeting, please see Mrs. Keith for the information.

BLOOD DRIVE: The Community Blood Center and The Benton High School Student Council will be holding a Blood Drive, Monday November 2, 2009 During Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Please if you have not signed up, do so in Mr. Reigert's room A120.

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

TODAY - 2:45 p.m.

Tuesday - October 27, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP MEETING: Any senior who would like to work on the Cotillion or on completing an Activities Resume should plan on working on these in the Counseling Center with Mrs. Turner this Wednesday night from 5pm - 7pm. Any senior who is college bound should develop an Activities Resume and keep one on file with Mrs. Turner.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY: Drama Club will be hosting a Halloween Costume Party on Friday, October 30th from 7:00-10:00 in the auditorium. Check the callboard for details!

TRIP TO EUROPE: There will be a student informational meeting about an upcoming trip this July to Northern Italy, Monaco, and France on Thurs. Oct. 29th after school in room A116. If you cannot make the meeting, please see Mrs. Keith for the information.

BLOOD DRIVE: The Community Blood Center and The Benton High School Student Council will be holding a Blood Drive, Monday November 2, 2009 During Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Please if you have not signed up, do so in Mr. Reigert's room A120.

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

Monday - October 26, 2009

BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: The Belcher Scholarship MUST be turned in to Mrs. Turner by Monday before noon.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: The meeting for crews for the all-school play has been postponed until TODAY at 2:45. Please meet in room 102.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY: Drama Club will be hosting a Halloween Costume Party on Friday, October 30th from 7:00-10:00 in the auditorium. Check the callboard for details!

TRIP TO EUROPE: There will be a student informational meeting about an upcoming trip this July to Northern Italy, Monaco, and France on Thurs. Oct. 29th after school in room A116. If you cannot make the meeting, please see Mrs. Keith for the information.

BLOOD DRIVE: The Community Blood Center and The Benton High School Student Council will be holding a Blood Drive, Monday November 2, 2009 During Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Please if you have not signed up, do so in Mr. Reigert's room A120.

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Students - are you looking for a job this winter? The Youth Recreational Basketball Program is about to begin. Approximately 75 positions are open this winter. They need gym supervisors, scorekeepers and referees. Each employee must attend one clinic before the season begins. The first will be held on October 31st. For more information or to apply, please call 271-5500.

BOYS SOCCER FOOD DRIVE: The Boys Soccer Team will be hosting their Second Annual "Senior Night Kick Out Hunger" Canned Food Drive October 27th at 5 p.m. Plan now to bring two canned food items and get in for FREE. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

EARBUDS FOR SALE IN LIBRARY: Need a set of earbuds? You can buy a high-quality, library-grade set of earbuds for only $4 in the library! See Mrs. Corey, Mrs. Halter, or Mrs. Ezzell to purchase.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students please be advised if you want to go on a college visit you must request the permission form from Mrs. Hitch at least one week in advance of your scheduled visit date. If you are failing any class or have less than 90% attendance, you will not be permitted to go. Teachers must be given advanced notice of at least 2 class periods, and must sign off for you to miss their class. This will count as one of the two days you can be gone per semester.

ASVAB TEST: Will be held on October 28th at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by TODAY. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Engel.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: Any student needing to request a transcript needs to do so through Prep HQ. If you have any questions please contact your counselor or Mrs. Hitch.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP: Time is running out to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. The due date is Oct 30th. A recommendation letter from an adult is required. Do not wait until the last minute to ask for your recommendation. Students from Benton have won this scholarship in the past. You must have overcome some type of adversity and display financial need in order to apply. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP.

COMMUNITY OF SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP: Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Scholarship in recognition of OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs. Turner in the counseling center to apply. Deadline is October 31st.

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP: The deadline for the Coca Cola Scholarship is October 30th. You should look on PrepHQ for the website and then apply online. This is a national scholarship in which 50 students receive $20,000 and 200 students receive $10,000 for college.

Friday - October 23, 2009

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Students - are you looking for a job this winter? The Youth Recreational Basketball Program is about to begin. Approximately 75 positions are open this winter. They need gym supervisors, scorekeepers and referees. Each employee must attend one clinic before the season begins. The first will be held on October 31st. For more information or to apply, please call 271-5500.

BOYS SOCCER FOOD DRIVE: The Boys Soccer Team will be hosting their Second Annual "Senior Night Kick Out Hunger" Canned Food Drive October 27th at 5 p.m. Plan now to bring two canned food items and get in for FREE. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

EARBUDS FOR SALE IN LIBRARY: Need a set of earbuds? You can buy a high-quality, library-grade set of earbuds for only $4 in the library! See Mrs. Corey, Mrs. Halter, or Mrs. Ezzell to purchase.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students please be advised if you want to go on a college visit you must request the permission form from Mrs. Hitch at least one week in advance of your scheduled visit date. If you are failing any class or have less than 90% attendance, you will not be permitted to go. Teachers must be given advanced notice of at least 2 class periods, and must sign off for you to miss their class. This will count as one of the two days you can be gone per semester.

ASVAB TEST: Will be held on October 28th at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by TODAY. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Engel.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: Any student needing to request a transcript needs to do so through Prep HQ. If you have any questions please contact your counselor or Mrs. Hitch.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP: Time is running out to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. The due date is Oct 30th. A recommendation letter from an adult is required. Do not wait until the last minute to ask for your recommendation. Students from Benton have won this scholarship in the past. You must have overcome some type of adversity and display financial need in order to apply. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP.

COMMUNITY OF SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP: Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Scholarship in recognition of OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs. Turner in the counseling center to apply. Deadline is October 31st.

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP: The deadline for the Coca Cola Scholarship is October 30th. You should look on PrepHQ for the website and then apply online. This is a national scholarship in which 50 students receive $20,000 and 200 students receive $10,000 for college.

Thursday - October 22, 2009

CONGRATS TO CROSS COUNTRY: Congratulations to the Cross Country Team for their efforts in yesterday’s Conference Championships in Maryville. Both the Boys and the Girls finished in 2nd place in the M.E.C. Championships. The varsity boys were led by the outstanding 3rd and 4th place 1st Team All-Conference finishes from Kain Ellis and John Beamon. Ryno Relford ran an exceptional race to capture 2nd Team All-Conference honors. Tanner Murphy and Keegan Cunningham both ran solid races to help the Cardinals to their 2nd place finish. The varsity girls were led by the excellent races turned-in by Taylor Woodruff and Blayr Bolton to earn 1st Team All-Conference recognition. Amber Flint raced her way to a 2nd Team All-Conference finish. Heavin Warner and Eden Woodbury both ran strong races to help push the Lady Cardinals to their 2nd place finish.

NHS HALLOWEEN PARTY: NHS members will meet at Noyes Home for a Halloween Party this Sunday (10/25) from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Please remember to bring your assigned items.

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Students - are you looking for a job this winter? The Youth Recreational Basketball Program is about to begin. Approximately 75 positions are open this winter. They need gym supervisors, scorekeepers and referees. Each employee must attend one clinic before the season begins. The first will be held on October 31st. For more information or to apply, please call 271-5500.

BOYS SOCCER FOOD DRIVE: The Boys Soccer Team will be hosting their Second Annual "Senior Night Kick Out Hunger" Canned Food Drive October 27th at 5 p.m. Plan now to bring two canned food items and get in for FREE. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

EARBUDS FOR SALE IN LIBRARY: Need a set of earbuds? You can buy a high-quality, library-grade set of earbuds for only $4 in the library! See Mrs. Corey, Mrs. Halter, or Mrs. Ezzell to purchase.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students please be advised if you want to go on a college visit you must request the permission form from Mrs. Hitch at least one week in advance of your scheduled visit date. If you are failing any class or have less than 90% attendance, you will not be permitted to go. Teachers must be given advanced notice of at least 2 class periods, and must sign off for you to miss their class. This will count as one of the two days you can be gone per semester.

ASVAB TEST: Will be held on October 28th at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by Friday, October 23rd. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Engel.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: Any student needing to request a transcript needs to do so through Prep HQ. If you have any questions please contact your counselor or Mrs. Hitch.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP: Time is running out to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. The due date is Oct 30th. A recommendation letter from an adult is required. Do not wait until the last minute to ask for your recommendation. Students from Benton have won this scholarship in the past. You must have overcome some type of adversity and display financial need in order to apply. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP.

COMMUNITY OF SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP: Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Scholarship in recognition of OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs. Turner in the counseling center to apply. Deadline is October 31st.

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP: The deadline for the Coca Cola Scholarship is October 30th. You should look on PrepHQ for the website and then apply online. This is a national scholarship in which 50 students receive $20,000 and 200 students receive $10,000 for college.

Wednesday - October 21, 2009

NHS HALLOWEEN PARTY: NHS members will meet at Noyes Home for a Halloween Party this Sunday (10/25) from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Please remember to bring your assigned items.

CONGRATS TO VOLLEYBALL: Congrats to the freshman and Varsity volleyball teams on their victories over Chillicothe last night! Also, volleyball girls that are going to the Haunted House on Thursday evening, please give your money to Coach Roseberry today.

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES: Parent/teacher conferences will be held TONIGHT from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Springer Gymnasium. Plan to attend with your parents to review your grades and meet with your teachers!

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: There will be a brief meeting in room 102 immediately after school TODAY for anyone interested in working on lighting, sound, set or props crew for the all-school play. If you can't attend the meeting, but would like to help out, please see Mrs. Schultz ASAP!

BOOK FAIR: The Book Fair will run from today through Thursday of this week. Be sure to stop by the library and pick out a book to purchase!

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Students - are you looking for a job this winter? The Youth Recreational Basketball Program is about to begin. Approximately 75 positions are open this winter. They need gym supervisors, scorekeepers and referees. Each employee must attend one clinic before the season begins. The first will be held on October 31st. For more information or to apply, please call 271-5500.

BOYS SOCCER FOOD DRIVE: The Boys Soccer Team will be hosting their Second Annual "Senior Night Kick Out Hunger" Canned Food Drive October 27th at 5 p.m. Plan now to bring two canned food items and get in for FREE. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

EARBUDS FOR SALE IN LIBRARY: Need a set of earbuds? You can buy a high-quality, library-grade set of earbuds for only $4 in the library! See Mrs. Corey, Mrs. Halter, or Mrs. Ezzell to purchase.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students please be advised if you want to go on a college visit you must request the permission form from Mrs. Hitch at least one week in advance of your scheduled visit date. If you are failing any class or have less than 90% attendance, you will not be permitted to go. Teachers must be given advanced notice of at least 2 class periods, and must sign off for you to miss their class. This will count as one of the two days you can be gone per semester.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP: Time is running out to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. The due date is Oct 30th. A recommendation letter from an adult is required. Do not wait until the last minute to ask for your recommendation. Students from Benton have won this scholarship in the past. You must have overcome some type of adversity and display financial need in order to apply. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP.

COMMUNITY OF SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP: Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Scholarship in recognition of OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs. Turner in the counseling center to apply. Deadline is October 31st.

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP: The deadline for the Coca Cola Scholarship is October 30th. You should look on PrepHQ for the website and then apply online. This is a national scholarship in which 50 students receive $20,000 and 200 students receive $10,000 for college.

ASVAB TEST: Will be held on October 28th at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by Friday, October 23rd. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Engel.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: Any student needing to request a transcript needs to do so through Prep HQ. If you have any questions please contact your counselor or Mrs. Hitch.

Tuesday - October 20, 2009

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES: Parent/teacher conferences will be held Wednesday, October 21st from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Springer Gymnasium. Plan to attend with your parents to review your grades and meet with your teachers!

URGENT SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Seniors, we just received information on the ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 30th - less than 2 weeks away. You must fill out the application online. See Mrs. Turner or go to PrepHQ for more information.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: There will be a brief meeting in room 102 immediately after school on Wednesday the 21st for anyone interested in working on lighting, sound, set or props crew for the all-school play. If you can't attend the meeting, but would like to help out, please see Mrs. Schultz ASAP!

BOOK FAIR: The Book Fair will run from today through Thursday of this week. Be sure to stop by the library and pick out a book to purchase!

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Students - are you looking for a job this winter? The Youth Recreational Basketball Program is about to begin. Approximately 75 positions are open this winter. They need gym supervisors, scorekeepers and referees. Each employee must attend one clinic before the season begins. The first will be held on October 31st. For more information or to apply, please call 271-5500.

BOYS SOCCER FOOD DRIVE: The Boys Soccer Team will be hosting their Second Annual "Senior Night Kick Out Hunger" Canned Food Drive October 27th at 5 p.m. Plan now to bring two canned food items and get in for FREE. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

EARBUDS FOR SALE IN LIBRARY: Need a set of earbuds? You can buy a high-quality, library-grade set of earbuds for only $4 in the library! See Mrs. Corey, Mrs. Halter, or Mrs. Ezzell to purchase.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students please be advised if you want to go on a college visit you must request the permission form from Mrs. Hitch at least one week in advance of your scheduled visit date. If you are failing any class or have less than 90% attendance, you will not be permitted to go. Teachers must be given advanced notice of at least 2 class periods, and must sign off for you to miss their class. This will count as one of the two days you can be gone per semester.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP: Time is running out to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. The due date is Oct 30th. A recommendation letter from an adult is required. Do not wait until the last minute to ask for your recommendation. Students from Benton have won this scholarship in the past. You must have overcome some type of adversity and display financial need in order to apply. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP.

COMMUNITY OF SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP: Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Scholarship in recognition of OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs. Turner in the counseling center to apply. Deadline is October 31st.

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP: The deadline for the Coca Cola Scholarship is October 30th. You should look on PrepHQ for the website and then apply online. This is a national scholarship in which 50 students receive $20,000 and 200 students receive $10,000 for college.

ASVAB TEST: Will be held on October 28th at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by Friday, October 23rd. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Engel.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: Any student needing to request a transcript needs to do so through Prep HQ. If you have any questions please contact your counselor or Mrs. Hitch.

Monday - October 19, 2009

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES: Parent/teacher conferences will be held Wednesday, October 21st from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Springer Gymnasium. Plan to attend with your parents to review your grades and meet with your teachers!

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: There will be a brief meeting in room 102 immediately after school on Wednesday the 21st for anyone interested in working on lighting, sound, set or props crew for the all-school play. If you can't attend the meeting, but would like to help out, please see Mrs. Schultz ASAP!

BOOK FAIR: The Book Fair will run from today through Thursday of this week. Be sure to stop by the library and pick out a book to purchase!

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: Drama Club is going to see High School Musical on Thursday, October 22nd. We will meet at the Missouri Theatre at 7:00. Tickets are only $4! This is a savings of $12. Anyone who wants to go with the group, must purchase an advance ticket from Mrs. Schultz in room 102 by TODAY.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Students - are you looking for a job this winter? The Youth Recreational Basketball Program is about to begin. Approximately 75 positions are open this winter. They need gym supervisors, scorekeepers and referees. Each employee must attend one clinic before the season begins. The first will be held on October 31st. For more information or to apply, please call 271-5500.

BOYS SOCCER FOOD DRIVE: The Boys Soccer Team will be hosting their Second Annual "Senior Night Kick Out Hunger" Canned Food Drive October 27th at 5 p.m. Plan now to bring two canned food items and get in for FREE. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Tuesday, October 20 - 7:00 a.m.

Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.

EARBUDS FOR SALE IN LIBRARY: Need a set of earbuds? You can buy a high-quality, library-grade set of earbuds for only $4 in the library! See Mrs. Corey or Mrs. Halter to purchase.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students please be advised if you want to go on a college visit you must request the permission form from Mrs. Hitch at least one week in advance of your scheduled visit date. If you are failing any class or have less than 90% attendance, you will not be permitted to go. Teachers must be given advanced notice of at least 2 class periods, and must sign off for you to miss their class. This will count as one of the two days you can be gone per semester.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP: Time is running out to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. The due date is Oct 30th. A recommendation letter from an adult is required. Do not wait until the last minute to ask for your recommendation. Students from Benton have won this scholarship in the past. You must have overcome some type of adversity and display financial need in order to apply. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP.

COMMUNITY OF SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP: Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Scholarship in recognition of OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs. Turner in the counseling center to apply. Deadline is October 31st.

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP: The deadline for the Coca Cola Scholarship is October 30th. You should look on PrepHQ for the website and then apply online. This is a national scholarship in which 50 students receive $20,000 and 200 students receive $10,000 for college.

ASVAB TEST: Will be held on October 28th at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by Friday, October 23rd. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Engel.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS: Any student needing to request a transcript needs to do so through Prep HQ. If you have any questions please contact your counselor or Mrs. Hitch.