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.

Friday - October 16, 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!

PSAT TEST: Any Junior interested in taking the PSAT this Saturday, please sign up with Ms. Johnson in the counseling office. If you are a Sophomore and are in the top 10% of your class you will receive a note from the counseling office telling you to sign up if you are interested. There is a $13 fee to take the test, and the checks need to made out to Benton High School.

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 Monday, October 19th.

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 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.

Thursday - October 15, 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!

PSAT TEST: Any Junior interested in taking the PSAT this Saturday, please sign up with Ms. Johnson in the counseling office. If you are a Sophomore and are in the top 10% of your class you will receive a note from the counseling office telling you to sign up if you are interested. There is a $13 fee to take the test, and the checks need to made out to Benton High School.

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 Monday, October 19th.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN: Our School needs to pick a senior girl or boy to represent us as the DAR Good Citizen. This student should display the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. If you are chosen as the Good Citizen, then you are eligible to apply for the DAR Scholarship Essay Contest. Please sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by TODAY if you would like to be considered.

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.

JOHN BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: If any senior would like to be considered for the Missouri School Board's John Belcher Memorial Scholarship, you must sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by TODAY. To be eligible, you must display strong academics and leadership abilities. One student will be chosen to represent Benton and then one student will be chosen out of the three high schools to represent our district.

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 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.

Wednesday - October 14, 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!

VOLLEYBALL PRACTICE: Reminder! Today practice will begin at 3:15pm.

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 Monday, October 19th.

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.

WRESTLING/BASKETBALL SIGN-UP: Any student interested in joining the wrestling team or boys/girls basketball team need to sign the appropriate list outside of the boys locker room in the Springer Gym. The list needs to be signed and there will be a follow up meeting this week for those students that signed the list.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN: Our School needs to pick a senior girl or boy to represent us as the DAR Good Citizen. This student should display the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. If you are chosen as the Good Citizen, then you are eligible to apply for the DAR Scholarship Essay Contest. Please sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, Oct 15th if you would like to be considered.

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.

JOHN BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: If any senior would like to be considered for the Missouri School Board's John Belcher Memorial Scholarship, you must sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, October 15th. To be eligible, you must display strong academics and leadership abilities. One student will be chosen to represent Benton and then one student will be chosen out of the three high schools to represent our district.

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 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 13, 2009

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.

WRESTLING/BASKETBALL SIGN-UP: Any student interested in joining the wrestling team or boys/girls basketball team need to sign the appropriate list outside of the boys locker room in the Springer Gym. The list needs to be signed and there will be a follow up meeting this week for those students that signed the list.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN: Our School needs to pick a senior girl or boy to represent us as the DAR Good Citizen. This student should display the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. If you are chosen as the Good Citizen, then you are eligible to apply for the DAR Scholarship Essay Contest. Please sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, Oct 15th if you would like to be considered.

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.

JOHN BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: If any senior would like to be considered for the Missouri School Board's John Belcher Memorial Scholarship, you must sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, October 15th. To be eligible, you must display strong academics and leadership abilities. One student will be chosen to represent Benton and then one student will be chosen out of the three high schools to represent our district.

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 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 12, 2009

CONGRATS TO GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Congrats to the Varsity Volleyball girls for placing third in the BHS Tournament this past Saturday! Great job ladies! Come out and support the Lady Cards tonight when they play Cameron. The JV begins play at 5pm in Springer Gymnasium.

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.

WRESTLING/BASKETBALL SIGN-UP: Any student interested in joining the wrestling team or boys/girls basketball team need to sign the appropriate list outside of the boys locker room in the Springer Gym. The list needs to be signed and there will be a follow up meeting this week for those students that signed the list.

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:

TODAY - 2:45 p.m.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN: Our School needs to pick a senior girl or boy to represent us as the DAR Good Citizen. This student should display the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. If you are chosen as the Good Citizen, then you are eligible to apply for the DAR Scholarship Essay Contest. Please sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, Oct 15th if you would like to be considered.

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.

JOHN BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: If any senior would like to be considered for the Missouri School Board's John Belcher Memorial Scholarship, you must sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, October 15th. To be eligible, you must display strong academics and leadership abilities. One student will be chosen to represent Benton and then one student will be chosen out of the three high schools to represent our district.

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 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.

Friday - October 9, 2009

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.

WRESTLING/BASKETBALL SIGN-UP: Any student interested in joining the wrestling team or boys/girls basketball team need to sign the appropriate list outside of the boys locker room in the Springer Gym. The list needs to be signed this week and there will be a follow up meeting next week for those students that signed the list.

URGENT: Those seniors seriously planning on applying for Cotillion need to sign the list in the Counseling Center by TODAY.

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.

SPORTS PHYSICALS: If you are planning on participating in winter sports and need a physical, the Health Express will be here TODAY doing sports physicals. To sign up, please see the nurse. She will give you the appropriate forms to be filled out and accept your money. The cost is $15 cash or check (made payable to Health Express).

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

Monday, October 12 - 2:45 p.m.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN: Our School needs to pick a senior girl or boy to represent us as the DAR Good Citizen. This student should display the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. If you are chosen as the Good Citizen, then you are eligible to apply for the DAR Scholarship Essay Contest. Please sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, Oct 15th if you would like to be considered.

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.

JOHN BELCHER SCHOLARSHIP: If any senior would like to be considered for the Missouri School Board's John Belcher Memorial Scholarship, you must sign up in the counselor's office with Mrs. Turner by Thursday, October 15th. To be eligible, you must display strong academics and leadership abilities. One student will be chosen to represent Benton and then one student will be chosen out of the three high schools to represent our district.

MIC-O-SAY SCHOLARSHIP: The Newman Mic-o-say Scholarship is due October 10th. You are eligible to apply if you are a boyscout member of the Tribe of Mic-o-say. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP!

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 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.

Thursday - October 8, 2009

WRESTLING/BASKETBALL SIGN-UP: Any student interested in joining the wrestling team or boys/girls basketball team need to sign the appropriate list outside of the boys locker room in the Springer Gym. The list needs to be signed this week and there will be a follow up meeting next week for those students that signed the list.

URGENT: Those seniors seriously planning on applying for Cotillion need to sign the list in the Counseling Center by Friday of this week.

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.

SPORTS PHYSICALS: If you are planning on participating in winter sports and need a physical, the Health Express will be here Friday, October 9th doing sports physicals. To sign up, please see the nurse. She will give you the appropriate forms to be filled out and accept your money. The cost is $15 cash or check (made payable to Health Express).

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

Monday, October 12 - 2:45 p.m.

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

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

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club t-shirt orders are due this Friday! Please turn your $13 in to Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES: Did you know that your high school provides free technical training at Hillyard Technical Center? You and your parents are invited to Hillyard Technical Center for the annual Parent-Sophomore Open House. The event is TONIGHT from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Please come and explore the shops and labs at Hillyard, and get ready for your future now!

MIC-O-SAY SCHOLARSHIP: The Newman Mic-o-say Scholarship is due October 10th. You are eligible to apply if you are a boyscout member of the Tribe of Mic-o-say. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP!

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 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.

Wednesday - October 7, 2009

URGENT: Those seniors seriously planning on applying for Cotillion need to sign the list in the Counseling Center by Friday of this week.

CONGRATS TO BOYS SOCCER: Great Job to the Boys Soccer Team as they volunteered at Second Harvest last week in helping to prepare over 1200 bags for BackPack Buddies. Also, 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 Team's Goal this year is to gather more than 1000 canned food items for the hungry in their community. Please join our team in helping KICK OUT HUNGER.. The boys will be accepting canned food donations starting October 13th- October 27th.

SPORTS PHYSICALS: If you are planning on participating in winter sports and need a physical, the Health Express will be here Friday, October 9th doing sports physicals. To sign up, please see the nurse. She will give you the appropriate forms to be filled out and accept your money. The cost is $15 cash or check (made payable to Health Express).

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

Monday, October 12 - 2:45 p.m.

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

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

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club t-shirt orders are due this Friday! Please turn your $13 in to Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: The library is checking out laptops to students for an overnight period. To check out a laptop, you must do the following:

1. Attend a 10-15 minute laptop training in the library before or after school.
2. Sign a contract along with your parent or guardian agreeing to checkout terms. Sign up sheets are in the library.
   

You MUST attend training AND return the contract BEFORE checkout can begin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES: Did you know that your high school provides free technical training at Hillyard Technical Center? You and your parents are invited to Hillyard Technical Center for the annual Parent-Sophomore Open House. The event is on Thursday evening, October 15th, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Please come and explore the shops and labs at Hillyard, and get ready for your future now!

MIC-O-SAY SCHOLARSHIP: The Newman Mic-o-say Scholarship is due October 10th. You are eligible to apply if you are a boyscout member of the Tribe of Mic-o-say. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch ASAP!

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 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 6, 2009

SPORTS PHYSICALS: If you are planning on participating in winter sports and need a physical, the Health Express will be here Friday, October 9th doing sports physicals. To sign up, please see the nurse. She will give you the appropriate forms to be filled out and accept your money. The cost is $15 cash or check (made payable to Health Express).

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Tutor training on October 7th has been canceled. Upcoming tutor trainings be held on the following dates in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom:

Monday, October 12 - 2:45 p.m.

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

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

DRAMA CLUB T-SHIRTS: Drama Club t-shirt orders are due this Friday! Please turn your $13 in to Mrs. Schultz in room 102.

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: The library is checking out laptops to students for an overnight period. To check out a laptop, you must do the following:

1. Attend a 10-15 minute laptop training in the library before or after school.
2. Sign a contract along with your parent or guardian agreeing to checkout terms. Sign up sheets are in the library.
   

You MUST attend training AND return the contract BEFORE checkout can begin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES: Did you know that your high school provides free technical training at Hillyard Technical Center? You and your parents are invited to Hillyard Technical Center for the annual Parent-Sophomore Open House. The event is on Thursday evening, October 15th, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Please come and explore the shops and labs at Hillyard, and get ready for your future now!

MIC-O-SAY SCHOLARSHIP: Any Benton student who is a boy scout member of the Camp Geiger Tribesman of Mic-O-Say is eligible to apply for the $1000 Newman Mic-O-Say scholarship. You do not have to be a senior. Check it out on Prep HQ or see Mrs. Turner for details. Deadline is October 10th.

SENIORS: Have you overcome something traumatic or had a difficult set of circumstances to deal with throughout your high school career? If so, you are an excellent candidate to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. This scholarship has been awarded to Benton students the past. You only need to have a 2.0 GPA to be considered for this $2500 scholarship which is awarded to students who have overcome adversity. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs Hitch for more information.

PREP HQ: If you are a college bound senior, it is imperative that you be registered on Prep HQ and that you check it frequently throughout the year. Prep HQ is where ALL scholarship information is posted. You will surely miss out on an opportunity if you are not using this system. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for assistance ASAP.

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 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 5, 2009

SPORTS PHYSICALS: If you are planning on participating in winter sports and need a physical, the Health Express will be here Friday, October the 9th doing sports physicals. To sign up, please see the nurse. She will give you the appropriate forms to be filled out and accept your money. The cost is $15 cash or check (made payable to Health Express).

A+ TUTOR TRAINING SCHEDULE: Tutor training will be held in Mrs. O'Dell's classroom in the Library on the following days and times. If you have any questions, please stop by the A+ Office.

• Wednesday, October 7 - 7:00 a.m.
• Monday, October 12 - 2:45 p.m.
• Tuesday, October 20 - 7:00 a.m.
• Wednesday, October 28 - 2:45 p.m.
  

OVERNIGHT LAPTOP CHECKOUT: The library is checking out laptops to students for an overnight period. To check out a laptop, you must do the following:

1. Attend a 10-15 minute laptop training in the library before or after school.
2. Sign a contract along with your parent or guardian agreeing to checkout terms. Sign up sheets are in the library.
   

You MUST attend training AND return the contract BEFORE checkout can begin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Hosea Elementary is looking for volunteers for their carnival on Friday, October 16th. The time is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., but you can sign up in shifts. This will count towards your volunteer hours for graduation. Please see Mrs. Hitch in the counseling center to sign up.

ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES: Did you know that your high school provides free technical training at Hillyard Technical Center? You and your parents are invited to Hillyard Technical Center for the annual Parent-Sophomore Open House. The event is on Thursday evening, October 15, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Please come and explore the shops and labs at Hillyard, and get ready for your future now!

MIC-O-SAY SCHOLARSHIP: Any Benton student who is a boy scout member of the Camp Geiger Tribesman of Mic-O-Say is eligible to apply for the $1000 Newman Mic-O-Say scholarship. You do not have to be a senior. Check it out on Prep HQ or see Mrs. Turner for details. Deadline is October 10th

SENIORS: Have you overcome something traumatic or had a difficult set of circumstances to deal with throughout your high school career? If so, you are an excellent candidate to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarship. This scholarship has been awarded to Benton students the past. You only need to have a 2.0 GPA to be considered for this $2500 scholarship which is awarded to students who have overcome adversity. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs Hitch for more information.

PREP HQ: If you are a college bound senior, it is imperative that you be registered on Prep HQ and that you check it frequently throughout the year. Prep HQ is where ALL scholarship information is posted. You will surely miss out on an opportunity if you are not using this system. See Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for assistance ASAP.

ASVAB Test: Will be held on October 28, 2009 at 8:00 a.m. Juniors and seniors interested in taking the ASVAB test need to sign up in the counseling center by October 23, 2009. 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.