Monday, Feb.2nd, 2009

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

NHS application deadline has been extended until Friday, Feb.6th.

The Southside Rotary are looking for volunteers to help with the Southside Rotary Soup & Chili Supper. It will be held on Saturday, February 28 from 4-7 p m at the Wesley Center. Sign up in the Counseling Center.

The American Red Cross is seeking creative students to volunteer to be Heroes. The Red Cross Heroes campaign is from March 4th to April 7th. Any individual or group that would like to volunteer to help this community organization there is an orientation session in February. March is Red Cross Month and the Red Cross would like to have as many Heroes as they can get to participate. A Hero for the American Red Cross is a person who commits to raising a minimum of $1,000 for the Chapter to do its local services and work. All the funds raised for the Heroes Campaign stays and help in our communities. Please see Mrs. Arambula for more details.

SQ632 will be Monday, February 2nd at 6:32 to 8:30 p.m. There will be a Disco Revolution Competition with dynamite disco fun. There will be a $25 Money Pot. If you need a ride, please call 238-3330 or 383-4315.

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

SENIOR CLASS PHOTO will be taken Wednesday, February 4th. Pick up an order form in the Attendance Office.
FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

College scholarship opportunity for grades 9-12, if you are strong in academics and community service The Best Buy Scholarship is now available for anyone in high school who plans to attend college. Best Buy will award $1500 scholarships to 1000 students, based on their community service and their academic achievement. The application is available online at www.BestBuy.com/scholarships Application must be completed by February 15. See Mrs. Nelson or check PrepHQ for more information.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.
February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get
College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

K-State is having an Engineering Day, Feb. 20, 2009. Any juniors or seniors that are
interested in engineering upon graduation, this will give you the opportunity to have an in-depth look at their College of Engineering. Questions; please see Mrs. Arambula.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.
CPOD is a week-long FREE summer program at Linn State Technical College from
June 7-12. The leadership program will help students learn more about career
opportunities in computer fields. Several field trips are also scheduled to
help students learn more about computer technology. If you are interested please
see Mrs. Arambula.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career
The US Military Academy is having a summer leader’s seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

HOMECOMING WEEK:
COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The theme will be
“Eatin’ Up Some Chili”.

Monday: Dress as a food service person (lunch lady, cook, chef, etc.)
Tuesday: Dress like your favorite fast food character (Ronald McDonald, Wendy’s girl, etc.)
Wednesday: (Class Competition) Freshmen: Chili – Brown, Sophomores: Mustard – Yellow, Juniors: Relish – Green, Seniors: Ketchup – Red, Staff: Mayo – White
Thursday: Salad Dressing Day – Dress up in anything that relates to your dressing. Freshmen: French (mustache, beret, etc.), Sophomores: Bleu Cheese (Blues, etc.), Juniors: Thousand Island (Hawaiian, tropical), Seniors: Ranch (western), Staff: Italian
Friday: Chilly Day – Wear your cold weather clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.)


BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/


TEACHER ANNOUNCMENTS:
“Coping with Stress" Presented by Linda Kozminski
It is being held: Tuesday, February 10th at 4:15 to 5:15 at the downtown conference room.

1-30-09
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Shelbee Cox and Matt Brown are both up for the ATHLETE OF THE WEEK. Show your Cardinal Pride by going to www.stjoenews.net and voting.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 before the deadline on Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, see a member of NHS, Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions, please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

SENIOR CLASS PHOTO will be taken Wednesday, February 4th. Pick up an order form in the Attendance Office.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

SQ632 will be Monday, February 2nd at 6:32 to 8:30 p.m. There will be a Disco Revolution Competition with dynamite disco fun. There will be a $25 Money Pot. If you need a ride, please call 238-3330 or 383-4315.

The YWCA is accepting donations to Cinderella's Closet on Friday January 30th and Saturday January 31st from 1-4 p.m. The Benton Counseling Center will also accept the donations and then deliver them to the YWCA for you. Donations can include New or Gently Used Formal short or long gowns, formal shoes, jewelry or evening purses. Junior or senior girls that need a dress for prom can pick out a dress at the YWCA on Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-4 p.m. If you have more questions see Mrs. Rucker or call 232-4481.

College scholarship opportunity for grades 9-12, if you are strong in academics and community service The Best Buy Scholarship is now available for anyone in high school who plans to attend college. Best Buy will award $1500 scholarships to 1000 students, based on their community service and their academic achievement. The application is available online at www.BestBuy.com/scholarships Application must be completed by February 15. See Mrs. Nelson or check PrepHQ for more information.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.
February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

K-State is having an Engineering Day, Feb. 20, 2009. Any juniors or seniors that are interested in engineering upon graduation, this will give you the opportunity to have an in-depth look at their College of Engineering. Questions; please see Mrs. Arambula.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you.

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.

CPOD is a week-long FREE summer program at Linn State Technical College from June 7-12.The leadership program will help students learn more about career opportunities in computer fields.Several field trips are also scheduled to help students learn more about computer technology.If you are interested please see Mrs. Arambula.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

HOMECOMING WEEK:
COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The theme will be
“Eatin’ Up Some Chili”.

Monday: Dress as a food service person (lunch lady, cook, chef, etc.)
Tuesday: Dress like your favorite fast food character (Ronald McDonald, Wendy’s girl, etc.)
Wednesday: (Class Competition) Freshmen: Chili – Brown, Sophomores: Mustard – Yellow, Juniors: Relish – Green, Seniors: Ketchup – Red, Staff: Mayo – White
Thursday: Salad Dressing Day – Dress up in anything that relates to your dressing. Freshmen: French (mustache, beret, etc.), Sophomores: Bleu Cheese (Blues, etc.), Juniors: Thousand Island (Hawaiian, tropical), Seniors: Ranch (western), Staff: Italian
Friday: Chilly Day – Wear your cold weather clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.)

Congratulations to the 2009 Courtwarming PRINCE AND PRINCESS:
FRESHMAN PRINCE: ARRON SEWARD
FRESHMAN PRINCISS: TORI BLEVINS
SOPHOMORE PRINCE: JACOB CAMPBELL
SOPHOMORE PRINCESS: CRISTIN THOMPSON
JUNIOR PRINCE: MARTEL STEWART
JUNIOR PRINCESS: TERRA YOUNGER

ALL PRINCE AND PRINCESS, ALONG WITH KING AND QUEEN CANIDATES NEED TO MEET WITH MRS. SHERARD IN MR.REIGERTS ROOM (A120) IMMEDIATELY AFTER SCHOOL THURSDAY 1/29/2009, FOR A BREIF BUT IMPORTANT MEETING.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

TEACHER ANNOUNCMENTS:
“Coping with Stress" Presented by Linda Kozminski
It is being held: Tuesday, February 10th at 4:15 to 5:15 at the downtown conference room.

Thursday, 1.29.08

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT:

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.


STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Shelbee Cox and Matt Brown are both up for the ATHLETE OF THE WEEK, Show your Cardinal Pride by going to www.stjoenews.net and voting.

Reminder to all Spanish Club Members: T-shirt money is due to Mrs. Punzo by today, Jan. 29th

TEACHERS: YOU HAVE RECIEVEDA BENTONIAN SURVEYS IN YOUR STAFF MAILBOXES. PLEASE HAVE THE STUDENTS COMPLETE THAT DURING 5TH HOUR, THURSDAY, COLLECT THOSE AND RETURN THEM TO MRS. GRABLE'S MAILBOX..

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because the deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions, please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

SENIOR CLASS PHOTO will be taken Wednesday, February 4th. Pick up an order form in the Attendance Office.

The YWCA is accepting donations to Cinderella's Closet on Friday January 30th and Saturday January 31st from 1-4 p.m. The Benton Counseling Center will also accept the donations and then deliver them to the YWCA for you. Donations can include New or Gently Used Formal short or long gowns, formal shoes, jewelry or evening purses.
Junior or senior girls that need a dress for prom can pick out a dress at the YWCA on Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-4 p.m. If you have more questions see Mrs. Rucker or call 232-4481.

College scholarship opportunity for grades 9-12, if you are strong in academics and community service. Counselors have just received word that the Best Buy Scholarship is now available for anyone in high school who plans to attend college. Best Buy will award $1500 scholarships to 1000 students, based on their community service and their academic achievement. The application is available online at www.BestBuy.com/scholarships Application must be completed by February 15. See Mrs. Nelson or check PrepHQ for more information.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.
February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

K-State is having an Engineering Day, Feb. 20, 2009. Any juniors or seniors that are
interested in engineering upon graduation, this will give you the opportunity to have an in-depth look at their College of Engineering. If you have any questions please see Mrs. Arambula.
COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you.
CPOD is a week-long FREE summer program at Linn State Technical College from
June 7-12. The leadership program will help students learn more about career
opportunities in computer fields. Several field trips are also scheduled to
help students learn more about computer technology.

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

If you’r interested in anything above pertaining to College’s please see Mrs. Arambulat

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

HOMECOMING NEWS

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING 2009 COURTWARMING PRINCE AND PRINCESS:


FRESHMAN PRINCE: ARRON SEWARD

FRESHMAN PRINCISS: TORI BLEVINS

SOPHOMORE PRINCE: JACOB CAMPBELL

SOPHOMORE PRINCESS: CRISTIN THOMPSON


JUNIOR PRINCE: MARTEL STEWART

JUNIOR PRINCESS: TERRA YOUNGER

ALL PRINCE AND PRINCESS, ALONG WITH KING AND QUEEN CANIDATES NEED TO MEET WITH MRS. SHERARD IN MR.REIGERTS ROOM (A120) IMMEDIATELY AFTER SCHOOL THURSDAY 1/29/2009, FOR A BREIF BUT IMPORTANT MEETING.

COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The theme will be
“Eatin’ Up Some Chili”.

HOMECOMING WEEK:
Monday: Dress as a food service person (lunch lady, cook, chef, etc.)
Tuesday: Dress like your favorite fast food character (Ronald McDonald, Wendy’s girl, etc.)
Wednesday: (Class Competition) Freshmen: Chili – Brown, Sophomores: Mustard – Yellow, Juniors: Relish – Green, Seniors: Ketchup – Red, Staff: Mayo – White
Thursday: Salad Dressing Day – Dress up in anything that relates to your dressing. Freshmen: French (mustache, beret, etc.), Sophomores: Bleu Cheese (Blues, etc.), Juniors: Thousand Island (Hawaiian, tropical), Seniors: Ranch (western), Staff: Italian
Friday: Chilly Day – Wear your cold weather clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.)


BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/


TEACHER ANNOUNCMENTS:
“Coping with Stress" Presented by Linda Kozminski
It is being held: Tuesday, February 10th at 4:15 to 5:15 at the downtown conference room.

1.28.2009

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Science is dissecting squid so feel free to stop in and check it out, in Mrs. Nash’s room

SENIOR CLASS PHOTO will be taken Wednesday, February 4th. Pick up an order form in the Attendance Office.

This is a reminder to all sophomores that received Hillyard permission slips, they are due before we go on the visit. Please have them to Mrs. Arambula by the end of school, Wednesday, Jan. 28th.

Shelbee Cox and Matt Brown are both up for the ATHLETE OF THE WEEK, Show your Cardinal Pride by going to www.stjoenews.net and voting.

Upward Bound tutoring hours have changed. Tutoring time is now Monday thru Thursday from 2:45-3:45.

Reminder to all Spanish Club Members: T-shirt money is due to Mrs. Punzo by this Thursday.

The FOR Club (Friends of Rachel) will meet on Thursday morning at 7:11 in Mrs. Lock's room, 206.

College scholarship opportunity for grades 9-12, if you are strong in academics and community service. Counselors have just received word that the Best Buy Scholarship is now available for anyone in high school who plans to attend college. Best Buy will award $1500 scholarships to 1000 students, based on their community service and their academic achievement. The application is available online at www.BestBuy.com/scholarships Application must be completed by February 15. See Mrs. Nelson or check PrepHQ for more information.

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions, please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

FBLA meeting on Wednesday morning at 7:15 in Room 111. We will be discussing LifeSmarts and FBLA competition. See you there.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING will be held on Wednesday, January 28th at 2:50 p.m. in the Library. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because the deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

The YWCA is accepting donations to Cinderella's Closet on Friday January 30th and Saturday January 31st from 1-4 p.m. The Benton Counseling Center will also accept the donations and then deliver them to the YWCA for you. Donations can include New or Gently Used Formal short or long gowns, formal shoes, jewelry or evening purses.
Junior or senior girls that need a dress for prom can pick out a dress at the YWCA on Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-4 p.m. If you have more questions see Mrs. Rucker or call 232-4481.

This is a reminder that all summer Upward Bound Math and Science applications through Northwest Missouri State University are due by January 31st. See Mrs. Arambula if you need assistance.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.
February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

HOMECOMING NEWS
We will vote for Courtwarming Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior Prince and Princess on Wednesday, January 28th during lunch, 7th period.

COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The theme will be
“Eatin’ Up Some Chilli”. Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

HOMECOMING WEEK:
Monday: Dress as a food service person (lunch lady, cook, chef, etc.)
Tuesday: Dress like your favorite fast food character (Ronald McDonald, Wendy’s girl, etc.)
Wednesday: (Class Competition) Freshmen: Chili – Brown, Sophomores: Mustard – Yellow, Juniors: Relish – Green, Seniors: Ketchup – Red, Staff: Mayo – White
Thursday: Salad Dressing Day – Dress up in anything that relates to your dressing. Freshmen: French (mustache, beret, etc.), Sophomores: Bleu Cheese (Blues, etc.), Juniors: Thousand Island (Hawaiian, tropical), Seniors: Ranch (western), Staff: Italian
Friday: Chilly Day – Wear your cold weather clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.)



BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1.27.2009

1-26-09

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

We will Vote for Courtwarming Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior Prince and Princess on Wednesday during lunch, 7th period.

The Staff Appreciation Breakfast scheduled for 7:00 A.M ON 1/28/2009, presented by The Benton Student Council, has been canceled due to mechanical failure. T.Y.

Shelbee Cox and Matt Brown are both up for the athlete of the week, Show your Cardinal Pride by going to www.stjoenews.net and voting.

Upward Bound tutoring hours have changed. Tutoring time is now Monday thru Thursday from 2:45-3:45.

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions, please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

FBLA meeting on Wednesday morning at 7:15 in Room 111. We will be discussing LifeSmarts and FBLA competition. See you there.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING will be held on Wednesday, January 28th at 2:50 p.m. in the Library. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because the deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

The YWCA is accepting donations to Cinderella's Closet on Friday January 30th and Saturday January 31st from 1-4 p.m. The Benton Counseling Center will also accept the donations and then deliver them to the YWCA for you. Donations can include New or Gently Used Formal short or long gowns, formal shoes, jewelry or evening purses.
Junior or senior girls that need a dress for prom can pick out a dress at the YWCA on Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-4 p.m. If you have more questions see Mrs. Rucker or call 232-4481.

This is a reminder that all summer Upward Bound Math and Science applications through Northwest Missouri State University are due by January 31st. See Mrs. Arambula if you need assistance.

Senior Class Photo will be taken Wednesday, February 4th. Pick up an order form in the Attendance Office.

COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

Theme: Eatin’ Up Some Chilli

Monday: Dress as a food service person (lunch lady, cook, chef, etc.)
Tuesday: Dress like your favorite fast food character (Ronald McDonald, Wendy’s girl, etc.)
Wednesday: (Class Competition) Freshmen: Chili – Brown, Sophomores: Mustard – Yellow, Juniors: Relish – Green, Seniors: Ketchup – Red, Staff: Mayo – White
Thursday: Salad Dressing Day – Dress up in anything that relates to your dressing. Freshmen: French (mustache, beret, etc.), Sophomores: Bleu Cheese (Blues, etc.), Juniors: Thousand Island (Hawaiian, tropical), Seniors: Ranch (western), Staff: Italian
Friday: Chilly Day – Wear your cold weather clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.)


COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.


NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

TEACHER ANNOUNCEMENTS:

DESE requires that all A+ schools record mastered competencies for each student. At this time, all teachers should mark semester long class competencies. To install the course competencies on your computer, please follow the attached instructions. If you have any questions, please contact the A+ Office.

The Board of Education voted today to place two items on the ballot on April 7, 2009.

The first question will ask voters to renew and make permanent the temporary operating levy of 63 cents. Remember the operating levy provides dollars to run the school district, including to pay your salaries.

The second question will ask voters to allow the SJSD to issue bonds to build two new schools, add classrooms to Skaith and build a multi-purpose building, and purchase property for the south side with the intent to build a middle school complex. The cost will be 22 cents/$100 AV, generating $45 million for construction (or $3.50/month; $41.80/year for a $100,000 dollar home).

The sad news for our team this week is that we lost a wonderful teacher. Mary Jane Spangler, a fourth grade teacher at Skaith, died unexpectedly on Tuesday. Please send your good thoughts and prayers to our colleagues at Skaith. This is a very difficult time for all.

1.26.2009

QUOTE OF THE DAY:

Ideas don't stay in some minds very long because they don't like solitary confinement.


STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: The meeting on Tuesday, January 27th has been cancelled. The meeting will be Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions, please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING will be held on Wednesday, January 28th at 2:50 p.m. in the Library. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

SENIOR CLASS PHOTO will be taken Wednesday, February 4th. Pick up an order form in the Attendance Office.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because the deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

The YWCA is accepting donations to Cinderella's Closet on Friday January 30th and Saturday January 31st from 1-4 p.m. The Benton Counseling Center will also accept the donations and then deliver them to the YWCA for you. Donations can include New or Gently Used Formal short or long gowns, formal shoes, jewelry or evening purses.
Junior or senior girls that need a dress for prom can pick out a dress at the YWCA on Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-4 p.m. If you have more questions see Mrs. Rucker or call 232-4481.

COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. Theme is Eatin' Up Some Chilli. Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

Homecoming Week February 2 - 6:
MONDAY, FEB. 2: Dress as a food service person (lunch lady, cook, chef, etc.)
TUESDAY, FEB. 3: Dress like your favorite fast food character (Ronald McDonald, Wendy’s girl, etc.)
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4: (Class Competition) Freshmen: Chili – Brown, Sophomores: Mustard – Yellow, Juniors: Relish – Green, Seniors: Ketchup – Red, Staff: Mayo – White
THURSDAY, FEB. 5: Salad Dressing Day – Dress up in anything that relates to your dressing. Freshmen: French (mustache, beret, etc.), Sophomores: Bleu Cheese (Blues, etc.), Juniors: Thousand Island (Hawaiian, tropical), Seniors: Ranch (western), Staff: Italian
FRIDAY, FEB. 6: Chilly Day – Wear your cold weather clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.)

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.


NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1.22.2009

Quote of the Day:

When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep -- not screaming, like the passengers in his car.


STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATTENTION NHS MEMBERS: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, January 27th at 7:00 a.m. in Room A114. Any questions, please see Ms. Sherard or Ms. Bosworth.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because The deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

Nominations for Courtwarming has been extended through Friday 1/23/2009- to nominate candidates sign up in Room A120 - Mr. Reigert’s Room

COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUB will have its next meeting on Thursday, January 22nd right after school. It is very important for all members to attend! If you cannot make it, please stop by and see Mrs. Punzo in Room 202.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.


NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors: The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1-16-09

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

QUEEN AND KING NOMINATIONS for Benton's 2009 Courtwarming will be taken in Mr. Reigert's Room A120, thru Wednesday 1/21/2009 until 3:00 p.m. - Nominations will also be taken for Prince and Princess from each class. Make sure you nominate early and you have the nominee with you, when you come to A120. Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

COURTWARMING will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be held on Thursday morning, January 22nd at 7:00 a.m. in the Library. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUB will have its next meeting on Thursday, January 22nd right after school. It is very important for all members to attend! If you cannot make it, please stop by and see Mrs. Punzo in Room 202.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because The deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

COLLEGES VISITING BENTON: Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

February 9 NWMSU
February 24 Columbia College

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

2009 GRADUATES: St. Joseph Tractor is looking for candidates that interested in completing an internship and an Associate Degree in Industrial and Farm Equipment Technician program from Oklahoma State University- Okmulgee. Tuition, fees, and tools will all be paid through a scholarship program. See Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Arambula for more details. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2009.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors: The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1.15.2009

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Nick Taul is up for the St. Joseph News-Press Athlete of the Week. Get on there and vote Cardinals... Nick continued the week Saturday by beating the defending state Runner-up at his weight in a very exciting match!
Go to stjoenews.net.

Queen and King Nominations for Benton's 2009 Courtwarming will be taken in Mr. Reigert's Room A120, thru Wednesday 1/21/2009 until 3:00 p.m. - Nominations will also be taken for Prince and Princess from each class. Make sure you nominate early and you have the nominee with you, when you come to A120. Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

Courtwarming will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM: A+ tutor training will be held on Thursday morning, January 22nd at 7:00 a.m. in the Library. Please remember that tutors must attend one training. If you have any questions, stop by the A+ Office in the library.

Foreign Language Club will have its next meeting on Thursday, January 22nd right after school. It is very important for all members to attend! If you cannot make it, please stop by and see Mrs. Punzo in Room 202.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:
The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because The deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

College Goal Sunday at Missouri Western, Northwest Missouri State University and Maple Woods Comm. College is on February 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This workshop will help you complete the FAFSA form and learn anything else you need to know in order to fund your college education. To find out what you need to take with you to the workshop please see someone in the Counseling Center.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

NWMSU will be here February 9, 2009. Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1.14.2009

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nick Taul still needs votes for ATHLETE OF THE WEEK,and I am pretty sure you can vote one time each day.. That blue school has more people voting so they catch up quickly! Go to stjoenews.net.

There will be a Prom Committee mtg after school today in room 207 . All prom committee members must come to the meeting for at least 15 minutes. If you don't attend, you won't be helping decorate!

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because The deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

Queen and King Nominations for Benton's 2009 Courtwarming will be taken in Mr. Reigert's Room A120, thru Wednesday 1/21/2009 until 3:00 p.m. - Nominations will also be taken for Prince and Princess from each class. Make sure you nominate early and you have the nominee with you, when you come to A120. Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

Courtwarming will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:
The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

NWMSU will be here February 9, 2009. Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Nick Taul is up for the St. Joseph News-Press Athlete of the Week. Get on there and vote Cardinals... Nick continued the week Saturday by beating the defending state Runner-up at his weight in a very exciting match!

Vote here directly: http://www.stjoenews.net/news/2009/jan/10/boys-athletes-week-08/

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1.13.2008

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a Prom Committee mtg after school today in room 207 . All prom committee members must come to the meeting for at least 15 minutes. If you don't attend, you won't be helping decorate!

Are you a Junior or Senior and interested in becoming a member of the National Honor Society? Well, you better hurry and pick up your papers in Room A114 or Room 209 because The deadline for turning them in is Friday, January 30, 2009. If you have questions or need help, you may see a member of NHS or Ms. Bosworth or Ms. Sherard.

Queen and King Nominations for Benton's 2009 Courtwarming will be taken in Mr. Reigert's Room A120, thru Wednesday 1/21/2009 until 3:00 p.m. - Nominations will also be taken for Prince and Princess from each class. Make sure you nominate early and you have the nominee with you, when you come to A120. Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

Courtwarming will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:
The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

NWMSU will be here February 9, 2009. Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Nick Taul is up for the St. Joseph News-Press Athlete of the Week. Get on there and vote Cardinals... Nick continued the week Saturday by beating the defending state Runner-up at his weight in a very exciting match!

Vote here directly: http://www.stjoenews.net/news/2009/jan/10/boys-athletes-week-08/

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1-13-09
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

FBLA meeting will be Wednesday, January 14, in Room 111 beginning at 7:15 a.m. Please be there to get information on district contest. Thanks.

Girls Soccer Team will hold a meeting during 5th hour Tuesday, Jan. 12th. Any Girl interested must sign up by Monday, Jan. 11th. If you are not at the meeting, it will be assumed that you are not playing soccer this Spring. This meeting is one step towards helping us prepare for a winning 2009 Girls Spring Soccer Season.

Interact Club is back and ready to make a difference in the community. There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13th after school in the counseling center.

Wednesday 1/14/2009 STUDENT COUNCIL WILL MEET IN ROOM A120 AT 7:00A.M. PEASE BE PROMPT AS WE HAVE A LOT OF MATERIAL TO COVER.

Queen and King Nominations for Benton's 2009 Courtwarming will be taken in Mr. Reigert's Room A120, thru Wednesday 1/21/2009 until 3:00 p.m. - Nominations will also be taken for Prince and Princess from each class. Make sure you nominate early and you have the nominee with you, when you come to A120. Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

Courtwarming will be Friday February 6th, 2009. The Theme will be announced Wednesday and Courtwarming t-shirts will be on sale soon! Watch for announcements! Any questions see Mr. Reigert or any Student Council Member.

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:
The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

NWMSU will be here February 9, 2009. Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Nick Taul is up for the St. Joseph News-Press Athlete of the Week. Get on there and vote Cardinals... Nick continued the week Saturday by beating the defending state Runner-up at his weight in a very exciting match!

Vote here directly: http://www.stjoenews.net/news/2009/jan/10/boys-athletes-week-08/

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Wonderland is accepting applications for summer employment. Positions include Camp Counselors, Cabin Leaders, and Program Staff. Wonderland Camp is a residential camp for children, teenagers and adults with mental and physical disabilities located at the Lake of the Ozarks. The due date for applications is Feb. 13th. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

MWSU is currently enrolling students for their Spring ACT prep course. The course will teach you test-taking strategies and provide a review of each subject area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The class will take 5 Saturday sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting February 28th. Cost is $141.50. Deadline to enroll is 4:00 p.m. on February 20th.

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

1.09.2008

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Quote of the Day
HE WHO LAUGHS LAST DIDN'T GET IT..


SQ 632 is hosting TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES (Staff Vs. Students) Monday Jan. 12th,
6:32 p.m.- 8:30 p.m., Bring a Friend and be entered to win a Money Pot of $302 dollars.

Girls Soccer Team will hold a meeting during 5th hour Tuesday, Jan. 12th. Any Girl interested must sign up by Monday, Jan. 11th. If you are not at the meeting, it will be assumed that you are not playing soccer this Spring. This meeting is one step towards helping us prepare for a winning 2009 Girls Spring Soccer Season.

Interact Club is back and ready to make a difference in the community. There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13th after school in the counseling center.

Wednesday 1/14/2009 STUDENT COUNCIL WILL MEET IN ROOM A120 AT 7:00A.M. PEASE BE PROMPT AS WE HAVE A LOT OF MATERIAL TO COVER.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:
The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

NWMSU will be here February 9, 2009. Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. Application is due April 1st. Apply online at www.admissions.usma.edu.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
One of my AP 2-D Design students needs a Polish flag for a current assignment. If you have one or know of one, please let me know. Rick Reigert

1.08.2009

1.07.07

Tuesday, Jan. 6th, 2008
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS


AUDITIONS for the all-school play, "Who Killed Elvis?" will take place on Today, January 7th at 3:00 in the auditorium. There are roles for over 30 people. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

Upward Bound Students Need To Call the office by Friday for the upcoming Saturday Session.

NWMSU will be here February 9, 2009. Any student interested in attending needs to sign up in the counseling office by the end of the day prior to the visit.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:
The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at Northwest Missouri State University will be at Benton on Monday, Jan 26th during seminar. This program is a FREE 6-week Residential Program during the summer at Northwest Missouri State University. It is focused on developing students math and science skills, in a fun filled hands-on atmosphere. UBMS also helps students gain confidence and expands leadership skills so that they will be more successful in college!
All math and science teachers will have a sign up sheet in their classrooms. You must sign up by Thursday, January 22nd to attend the presentation. See Mrs. Arambula if you have any questions.

STEP TEAM: The Step Team will meet Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 to 3:30 in the lower annex hallway (check in Room A3). Members must attend twice a week. ALL ARE WELCOME.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

Interact Club is back and ready to make a difference in the community. There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13th after school in the counseling center.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. The experience will be an outstanding experience that will expose
you to cadet life at the academy. Application is due April 1st. Apply online
at www.admissions.usma.edu.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
One of my AP 2-D Design students needs a Polish flag for a current assignment. If you have one or know of one, please let me know. Rick Reigert

1.06.2008

Tuesday, Jan. 6th, 2008
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS


AUDITIONS for the all-school play, "Who Killed Elvis?" will take place on Tuesday, January 6th and Wednesday, January 7th at 3:00 in the auditorium. There are roles for over 30 people. No experience is required. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

Wednesday, a group of recent graduates will be at Benton to talk with current seniors and juniors about their experiences in college. Speakers will include Ashley Denbow, Ashton Noland, Adrian Cossyleon, Melissa McIntosh, Wes Miller, Kynslie Otte, and Emily Bunge. Seniors and juniors who are planning to continue their education after high school are encouraged to attend. The panel will be held during Seminar. If you want to attend, sign the green list in your Seminar class today. There also will be a signup sheet in the Counseling Center.STEP TEAM: The Step Team will meet Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 to 3:30 in the lower annex hallway (check in Room A3). Members must attend twice a week. ALL ARE WELCOME.

NW MISSOURI AHEC PIPELINE Programs for 2008-2009 school year are:
January 26 Physical Therapy
February 23 Ultrasound Technology
March 23 Histo-Technology
April 27 Dental Career

FCA meets every Friday in A123 at 7:00 a.m.

Interact Club is back and ready to make a difference in the community. There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13th after school in the counseling center.

COLLEGE VISITS: Students planning a college visit MUST see Mrs. Arambula to get necessary paperwork and approval. An official college visit must be set-up or I will help you set it up. I'm looking forward to helping you. Thanks, Mrs. Arambula

BENTON CARDINAL ACTIVITIES: http://bhscardinalactivities.blogspot.com/

The US Military Academy is having a summer leaders seminar for juniors from May 30-June 5 or June 6-12 at West Point. The cost is $325 plus transportation to
West Point. The experience will be an outstanding experience that will expose
you to cadet life at the academy. Application is due April 1st. Apply online
at www.admissions.usma.edu.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
One of my AP 2-D Design students needs a Polish flag for a current assignment. If you have one or know of one, please let me know. Rick Reigert