Friday - January 29, 2010

HOMECOMING COURTWARMING MEETING: Attention all king and queen candidates as well as princes and princesses . . . there is a meeting immediately after school in the gym today. Please plan to attend!

HOMECOMING PRINCES/PRINCESSES: Congratulations to the following princes and princesses for Winter Homecoming:

FRESHMEN:

• Prince: Jacob Braswell
• Princess: Maycee Blanton
  

SOPHOMORES:

• Prince: Luke Powers
• Princess: Brittany Boggess
  

JUNIORS:

• Prince: Cameron Richardson
• Princess: Hannah Rush
  

HOMECOMING CANDIDATES: Your Winter Homecoming candidates are as follows:

KING CANDIDATES:

• Austin Parrot, Tim Woodruff, Martel Stewart, Jordan Bullimore, Stephen Crockett, Sean Killen, Jesse Capps, Brandon Parker

QUEEN CANDIDATES:

• Shandis Cruz, Hannah Moore, Terra Younger, Taylor Woodruff, Hayley Gay, Alyssa McAndrews, Blayr Bolton, Kerstyn Bolton

HOMECOMING DANCE: A Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday night following the game. Music will be provided by Night Majic and the cost is $5 per person. Remember that any outside dates must be pre-approved in the office!

HOMECOMING SPIRIT DAYS: Spirit days this week are as follows:

FRIDAY: Cardinal Spirit Day

• Show your school spirit by wearing red and black Cardinals gear!

HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS FOR SALE: Homecoming T-shirts are being sold in Mr.Reigerts room for $8. Please go to room A120 if you would like to buy one.

MISSOURI LEADERSHIP SEMINAR: Sophomores if you are interested in building your leadership skills and having a chance to represent Benton High School at the Missouri Leadership Seminar on June 4th-6th at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg see Mrs. Engel for an application. Completed applications must be returned to Mrs. Engel by Monday, February 1st.

SPORT PHYSICALS: Attention, athletes! If you need a sports physical, Health Express will be here Friday, February 12th, and Wednesday, February 24th. Please come see Nurse Stephenson for a form and information.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training is scheduled for the following dates:

• February 9th at 7 AM
  
• February 17th at 3:00 PM
  

These training sessions are held in Mrs. O'Dells' room in the library. If you have questions, please see Mrs. O'Dell or Ms. Sherard in the A+ Office.

STAR ATHLETE APPLICATION: Any senior interested in applying for the STAR Athlete, please pick up your application from Ms. Sherard. Applications may be picked up NOW and must be returned by Friday, February 5th. You must be a senior, be drug/alcohol free and be involved in a MSHAA sponsored activity. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in Room A114 on even days or in the A+ office on odd days.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Thursday - January 28, 2010

HOMECOMING PRINCES/PRINCESSES: Congratulations to the following princes and princesses for Winter Homecoming:

FRESHMEN:

• Prince: Jacob Braswell
• Princess: Maycee Blanton
  

SOPHOMORES:

• Prince: Luke Powers
• Princess: Brittany Boggess
  

JUNIORS:

• Prince: Cameron Richardson
• Princess: Hannah Rush
  

HOMECOMING CANDIDATES: Your Winter Homecoming candidates are as follows:

KING CANDIDATES:

• Austin Parrot, Tim Woodruff, Martel Stewart, Jordan Bullimore, Stephen Crockett, Sean Killen, Jesse Capps, Brandon Parker

QUEEN CANDIDATES:

• Shandis Cruz, Hannah Moore, Terra Younger, Taylor Woodruff, Hayley Gay, Alyssa McAndrews, Blayr Bolton, Kerstyn Bolton

HOMECOMING DANCE: A Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday night following the game. Music will be provided by Night Majic and the cost is $5 per person. Remember that any outside dates must be pre-approved in the office!

HOMECOMING SPIRIT DAYS: Spirit days this week are as follows:

THURSDAY: Dress Up "Nice" Day

• Wear your finest dress clothes to beautify the school!
  

FRIDAY: Cardinal Spirit Day

• Show your school spirit by wearing red and black Cardinals gear!

HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS FOR SALE: Homecoming T-shirts are being sold in Mr.Reigerts room for $8. Please go to room A120 if you would like to buy one.

MISSOURI LEADERSHIP SEMINAR: Sophomores if you are interested in building your leadership skills and having a chance to represent Benton High School at the Missouri Leadership Seminar on June 4th-6th at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg see Mrs. Engel for an application. Completed applications must be returned to Mrs. Engel by Monday, February 1st.

SPORT PHYSICALS: Attention, athletes! If you need a sports physical, Health Express will be here Friday, February 12th, and Wednesday, February 24th. Please come see Nurse Stephenson for a form and information.

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training is scheduled for the following dates:

• February 9th at 7 AM
  
• February 17th at 3:00 PM
  

These training sessions are held in Mrs. O'Dells' room in the library. If you have questions, please see Mrs. O'Dell or Ms. Sherard in the A+ Office.

STAR ATHLETE APPLICATION: Any senior interested in applying for the STAR Athlete, please pick up your application from Ms. Sherard. Applications may be picked up NOW and must be returned by Friday, February 5th. You must be a senior, be drug/alcohol free and be involved in a MSHAA sponsored activity. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in Room A114 on even days or in the A+ office on odd days.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Wednesday - January 27, 2010

HOMECOMING PRINCES/PRINCESSES: Congratulations to the following princes and princesses for Winter Homecoming:

FRESHMEN:

• Prince: Jacob Braswell
• Princess: Maycee Blanton
  

SOPHOMORES:

• Prince: Luke Powers
• Princess: Brittany Boggess
  

JUNIORS:

• Prince: Cameron Richardson
• Princess: Hannah Rush
  

HOMECOMING CANDIDATES: Your Winter Homecoming candidates are as follows:

KING CANDIDATES:

• Austin Parrot, Tim Woodruff, Martel Stewart, Jordan Bullimore, Stephen Crockett, Sean Killen, Jesse Capps, Brandon Parker

QUEEN CANDIDATES:

• Shandis Cruz, Hannah Moore, Terra Younger, Taylor Woodruff, Hayley Gay, Alyssa McAndrews, Blayr Bolton, Kerstyn Bolton

HOMECOMING DANCE: A Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday night following the game. Music will be provided by Night Majic and the cost is $5 per person. Remember that any outside dates must be pre-approved in the office!

HOMECOMING SPIRIT DAYS: Spirit days this week are as follows:

WEDNESDAY: TV Show Day

• Seniors: Dress up as a character from That 70's Show!
• Juniors: Dress up as a character from Made!
• Sophomores: Dress up as a character from Scrubs!
• Freshmen: Dress up as a character from Rugrats!
• Teachers: Dress up as a character from The Office!
  

THURSDAY: Dress Up "Nice" Day

• Wear your finest dress clothes to beautify the school!
  

FRIDAY: Cardinal Spirit Day

• Show your school spirit by wearing red and black Cardinals gear!

HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS FOR SALE: Homecoming T-shirts are being sold in Mr.Reigerts room for $8. Please go to room A120 if you would like to buy one.

MISSOURI LEADERSHIP SEMINAR: Sophomores if you are interested in building your leadership skills and having a chance to represent Benton High School at the Missouri Leadership Seminar on June 4th-6th at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg see Mrs. Engel for an application. Completed applications must be returned to Mrs. Engel by Monday, February 1st.

SPORT PHYSICALS: Attention, athletes! If you need a sports physical, Health Express will be here Friday, February 12th, and Wednesday, February 24th. Please come see Nurse Stephenson for a form and information.

ATTENTION BASEBALL & SOFTBALL PLAYERS: There will be a brief 15 minute meeting TODAY in Room 112 at 2:50 PM. Only players who are NOT currently out for a Winter sport need attend. Be on time!

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training is scheduled for the following dates:

• TODAY at 3:00 PM
  
• February 9th at 7 AM
  
• February 17th at 3:00 PM
  

These training sessions are held in Mrs. O'Dells' room in the library. If you have questions, please see Mrs. O'Dell or Ms. Sherard in the A+ Office.

STAR ATHLETE APPLICATION: Any senior interested in applying for the STAR Athlete, please pick up your application from Ms. Sherard. Applications may be picked up NOW and must be returned by Friday, February 5th. You must be a senior, be drug/alcohol free and be involved in a MSHAA sponsored activity. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in Room A114 on even days or in the A+ office on odd days.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Tuesday - January 26, 2010

HOMECOMING PRINCES/PRINCESSES: Congratulations to the following princes and princesses for Winter Homecoming:

FRESHMEN:

• Prince: Jacob Braswell
• Princess: Maycee Blanton
  

SOPHOMORES:

• Prince: Luke Powers
• Princess: Brittany Boggess
  

JUNIORS:

• Prince: Cameron Richardson
• Princess: Hannah Rush
  

HOMECOMING CANDIDATES: Your Winter Homecoming candidates are as follows:

KING CANDIDATES:

• Austin Parrot, Tim Woodruff, Martel Stewart, Jordan Bullimore, Stephen Crockett, Sean Killen, Jesse Capps, Brandon Parker

QUEEN CANDIDATES:

• Shandis Cruz, Hannah Moore, Terra Younger, Taylor Woodruff, Hayley Gay, Alyssa McAndrews, Blayr Bolton, Kerstyn Bolton

HOMECOMING DANCE: A Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday night following the game. Music will be provided by Night Majic and the cost is $5 per person. Remember that any outside dates must be pre-approved in the office!

HOMECOMING SPIRIT DAYS: Next week's spirit days are as follows:

MONDAY: Sports Team/Monday Night Basketball Day

• Seniors: Dress up as your favorite sports team!
• Juniors: Dress up as a referee!
• Sophomores: Dress up as crazy fans!
• Freshmen: Dress up as bench warmers!
• Teachers: Dress up as the water boy!
  

TUESDAY: Safari/Survivor Day

• Dress like a contest on the TV show Survivor or like you're on an African safari!

WEDNESDAY: TV Show Day

• Seniors: Dress up as a character from That 70's Show!
• Juniors: Dress up as a character from Made!
• Sophomores: Dress up as a character from Scrubs!
• Freshmen: Dress up as a character from Rugrats!
• Teachers: Dress up as a character from The Office!
  

THURSDAY: Dress Up "Nice" Day

• Wear your finest dress clothes to beautify the school!
  

FRIDAY: Cardinal Spirit Day

• Show your school spirit by wearing red and black Cardinals gear!

HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS FOR SALE: Homecoming T-shirts are being sold in Mr.Reigerts room for $8. Please go to room A120 if you would like to buy one.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR TRAINING: The library will be closed for training today as our staff trains on our upgraded library system. The library will also be closed on Thursday during 4th and 6th hours for a Homecoming luncheon. Thank you for your patience!

SPORT PHYSICALS: Attention, athletes! If you need a sports physical, Health Express will be here February 12th and 24th. Please come see Nurse Stephenson for a form and information.

MISSOURI LEADERSHIP SEMINAR: Sophomores if you are interested in building your leadership skills and having a chance to represent Benton High School at the Missouri Leadership Seminar on June 4th-6th at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg see Mrs. Engel for an application. Completed applications must be returned to Mrs. Engel by Monday, February 1st.

ATTENTION BASEBALL PLAYERS: There will be a brief 15 minute meeting Wednesday, January 27th, in Room 112 at 2:50 PM. Only players who are NOT currently out for a Winter sport need attend. Be on time!

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training is scheduled for the following dates:

• January 27th at 3:00 PM
  
• February 9th at 7 AM
  
• February 17th at 3:00 PM
  

These training sessions are held in Mrs. O'Dells' room in the library. If you have questions, please see Mrs. O'Dell or Ms. Sherard in the A+ Office.

STAR ATHLETE APPLICATION: Any senior interested in applying for the STAR Athlete, please pick up your application from Ms. Sherard. Applications may be picked up beginning Monday, January 25th, and must be returned by Friday, February 5th. You must be a senior, be drug/alcohol free and be involved in a MSHAA sponsored activity. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in Room A114 on even days or in the A+ office on odd days.

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Monday - January 25, 2010

HOMECOMING PRINCES/PRINCESSES: Congratulations to the following princes and princesses for Winter Homecoming:

FRESHMEN:

• Prince: Jacob Braswell
• Princess: Maycee Blanton
  

SOPHOMORES:

• Prince: Luke Powers
• Princess: Brittany Boggess
  

JUNIORS:

• Prince: Cameron Richardson
• Princess: Hannah Rush
  

HOMECOMING CANDIDATES: Your Winter Homecoming candidates are as follows:

KING CANDIDATES:

• Austin Parrot, Tim Woodruff, Martel Stewart, Jordan Bullimore, Stephen Crockett, Sean Killen, Jesse Capps, Brandon Parker

QUEEN CANDIDATES:

• Shandis Cruz, Hannah Moore, Terra Younger, Taylor Woodruff, Hayley Gay, Alyssa McAndrews, Blayr Bolton, Kerstyn Bolton

HOMECOMING DANCE: A Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday night following the game. Music will be provided by Night Majic and the cost is $5 per person. Remember that any outside dates must be pre-approved in the office!

HOMECOMING SPIRIT DAYS: Next week's spirit days are as follows:

MONDAY: Sports Team/Monday Night Basketball Day

• Seniors: Dress up as your favorite sports team!
• Juniors: Dress up as a referee!
• Sophomores: Dress up as crazy fans!
• Freshmen: Dress up as bench warmers!
• Teachers: Dress up as the water boy!
  

TUESDAY: Safari/Survivor Day

• Dress like a contest on the TV show Survivor or like you're on an African safari!

WEDNESDAY: TV Show Day

• Seniors: Dress up as a character from That 70's Show!
• Juniors: Dress up as a character from Made!
• Sophomores: Dress up as a character from Scrubs!
• Freshmen: Dress up as a character from Rugrats!
• Teachers: Dress up as a character from The Office!
  

THURSDAY: Dress Up "Nice" Day

• Wear your finest dress clothes to beautify the school!
  

FRIDAY: Cardinal Spirit Day

• Show your school spirit by wearing red and black Cardinals gear!

A+ TUTOR TRAINING: A+ Tutor Training is scheduled for the following dates:

• January 26th at 7:00 AM
  
• January 27th at 3:00 PM
  
• February 9th at 7 AM
  
• February 17th at 3:00 PM
  

These training sessions are held in Mrs. O'Dells' room in the library. If you have questions, please see Mrs. O'Dell or Ms. Sherard in the A+ Office.

BENTON BOOK CLUB: Benton's Book Club will meet on Monday, January 25th, at 7 PM in the Borders Cafe. Bring the book you are currently reading or an old favorite to share with the group. Students and teachers are welcome to attend.

STAR ATHLETE APPLICATION: Any senior interested in applying for the STAR Athlete, please pick up your application from Ms. Sherard. Applications may be picked up beginning Monday, January 25th, and must be returned by Friday, February 5th. You must be a senior, be drug/alcohol free and be involved in a MSHAA sponsored activity. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in Room A114 on even days or in the A+ office on odd days.

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Friday - January 22, 2010

HOMECOMING PRINCES/PRINCESSES: Congratulations to the following princes and princesses for Winter Homecoming:

FRESHMEN:

• Prince: Jacob Braswell
• Princess: Maycee Blanton
  

SOPHOMORES:

• Prince: Luke Powers
• Princess: Brittany Boggess
  

JUNIORS:

• Prince: Cameron Richardson
• Princess: Hannah Rush
  

HOMECOMING CANDIDATES: Your Winter Homecoming candidates are as follows:

KING CANDIDATES:

• Austin Parrot, Tim Woodruff, Martel Stewart, Jordan Bullimore, Stephen Crockett, Sean Killen, Jesse Capps, Brandon Parker

QUEEN CANDIDATES:

• Shandis Cruz, Hannah Moore, Terra Younger, Taylor Woodruff, Hayley Gay, Alyssa McAndrews, Blayr Bolton, Kerstyn Bolton

HOMECOMING DANCE: A Homecoming Dance will be held on Friday night following the game. Music will be provided by Night Majic and the cost is $5 per person. Remember that any outside dates must be pre-approved in the office!

HOMECOMING SPIRIT DAYS: Next week's spirit days are as follows:

MONDAY: Sports Team/Monday Night Basketball Day

• Seniors: Dress up as your favorite sports team!
• Juniors: Dress up as a referee!
• Sophomores: Dress up as crazy fans!
• Freshmen: Dress up as bench warmers!
• Teachers: Dress up as the water boy!
  

TUESDAY: Safari/Survivor Day

• Dress like a contest on the TV show Survivor or like you're on an African safari!

WEDNESDAY: TV Show Day

• Seniors: Dress up as a character from That 70's Show!
• Juniors: Dress up as a character from Made!
• Sophomores: Dress up as a character from Scrubs!
• Freshmen: Dress up as a character from Rugrats!
• Teachers: Dress up as a character from The Office!
  

THURSDAY: Dress Up "Nice" Day

• Wear your finest dress clothes to beautify the school!
  

FRIDAY: Cardinal Spirit Day

• Show your school spirit by wearing red and black Cardinals gear!

BENTON BOOK CLUB: Benton's Book Club will meet on Monday, January 25th, at 7 PM in the Borders Cafe. Bring the book you are currently reading or an old favorite to share with the group. Students and teachers are welcome to attend.

STAR ATHLETE APPLICATION: Any senior interested in applying for the STAR athlete, please pick up your application from Ms. Sherard. Applications may be picked up beginning Monday, January 25th, and must be returned by Friday, February 5th. You must be a senior, be drug/alcohol free and be involved in a MSHAA sponsored activity. If you have questions, please see Ms. Sherard in Room A114 on even days or in the A+ office on odd days.

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

GOLDEN GRIFFON SCHOLARSHIP: If you are planning to attend Missouri Western and have at least a 27 on the ACT, the deadline to apply for the Golden Griffon Scholarship is Jan 23rd.

UNITED WAY VOLUNTEERING: Have you ever been to the pool at the YMCA? Or played basketball at the Wesley Center? Were you a Boy Scout or Girl Scout? These programs and more are supported by United Way. Learn more about these agencies and give back to your community all at the same time by serving as a United Way allocations volunteer. The time commitment is 10-15 hours over a 3 month period. For more information, contact Mrs. Hitch by January 25th.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Thursday - January 21, 2010

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

GOLDEN GRIFFON SCHOLARSHIP: If you are planning to attend Missouri Western and have at least a 27 on the ACT, the deadline to apply for the Golden Griffon Scholarship is Jan 23rd.

UNITED WAY VOLUNTEERING: Have you ever been to the pool at the YMCA? Or played basketball at the Wesley Center? Were you a Boy Scout or Girl Scout? These programs and more are supported by United Way. Learn more about these agencies and give back to your community all at the same time by serving as a United Way allocations volunteer. The time commitment is 10-15 hours over a 3 month period. For more information, contact Mrs. Hitch by January 25th.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Wednesday - January 20, 2010

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

GOLDEN GRIFFON SCHOLARSHIP: If you are planning to attend Missouri Western and have at least a 27 on the ACT, the deadline to apply for the Golden Griffon Scholarship is Jan 23rd.

UNITED WAY VOLUNTEERING: Have you ever been to the pool at the YMCA? Or played basketball at the Wesley Center? Were you a Boy Scout or Girl Scout? These programs and more are supported by United Way. Learn more about these agencies and give back to your community all at the same time by serving as a United Way allocations volunteer. The time commitment is 10-15 hours over a 3 month period. For more information, contact Mrs. Hitch by January 25th.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Tuesday - January 19, 2010

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

GOLDEN GRIFFON SCHOLARSHIP: If you are planning to attend Missouri Western and have at least a 27 on the ACT, the deadline to apply for the Golden Griffon Scholarship is Jan 23rd.

UNITED WAY VOLUNTEERING: Have you ever been to the pool at the YMCA? Or played basketball at the Wesley Center? Were you a Boy Scout or Girl Scout? These programs and more are supported by United Way. Learn more about these agencies and give back to your community all at the same time by serving as a United Way allocations volunteer. The time commitment is 10-15 hours over a 3 month period. For more information, contact Mrs. Hitch by January 25th.

BENTON WINTER HOMECOMING: Benton's Winter Homecoming is Friday, January 29th! The Benton Boy's Basketball Team will be playing the Platte County Pirates, as this year's theme is "Show up The Pirates." Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may nominate prince and princess candidates and seniors can nominate king and queen candidates by visiting Mr. Reigert's room TODAY. You can stop by to make a nomination before school, after school, or between classes but NOT during CAMP. Show your school spirit and nominate a candidate today!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Friday - December 15, 2010

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

MISSOURI SHERIFF'S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a senior who is planning to major in criminal justice, please see Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch to apply for the Missouri Sheriff's Association Scholarship. Deadline is January 18th.

WALMART ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP: Seniors, if you are a Walmart employee or the dependent of a Walmart employee, you may qualify to apply for the Walmart Associate Scholarship. Deadline is January 22nd. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for more information.

WALTON FAMILY AND WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP: Seniors, the deadline for the Walton Family and Walton Community Scholarships is January 22nd. You do not have to be a Walmart employee or dependent of a Walmart employee to apply. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs Turner for more information.

BENTON WINTER HOMECOMING: Benton's Winter Homecoming is Friday, January 29th! The Benton Boy's Basketball Team will be playing the Platte County Pirates, as this year's theme is "Show up The Pirates." Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may nominate prince and princess candidates and seniors can nominate king and queen candidates by visiting Mr. Reigert's room before Tuesday, January 19th. You can stop by to make a nomination before school, after school, or between classes but NOT during CAMP. Show your school spirit and nominate a candidate today!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Thursday - January 14, 2010

UMKC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: If you are planning to attend UMKC next year, the deadline to apply and be considered for Automatic Freshman scholarships is February 1st.

MISSOURI SHERIFF'S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a senior who is planning to major in criminal justice, please see Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch to apply for the Missouri Sheriff's Association Scholarship. Deadline is January 18th.

WALMART ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP: Seniors, if you are a Walmart employee or the dependent of a Walmart employee, you may qualify to apply for the Walmart Associate Scholarship. Deadline is January 22nd. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for more information.

WALTON FAMILY AND WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP: Seniors, the deadline for the Walton Family and Walton Community Scholarships is January 22nd. You do not have to be a Walmart employee or dependent of a Walmart employee to apply. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs Turner for more information.

BENTON WINTER HOMECOMING: Benton's Winter Homecoming is Friday, January 29th! The Benton Boy's Basketball Team will be playing the Platte County Pirates, as this year's theme is "Show up The Pirates." Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may nominate prince and princess candidates and seniors can nominate king and queen candidates by visiting Mr. Reigert's room before Tuesday, January 19th. Show your school spirit and nominate a candidate today!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Wednesday - January 13, 2010

MISSOURI SHERIFF'S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP: If you are a senior who is planning to major in criminal justice, please see Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch to apply for the Missouri Sheriff's Association Scholarship. Deadline is January 18th.

WALMART ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP: Seniors, if you are a Walmart employee or the dependent of a Walmart employee, you may qualify to apply for the Walmart Associate Scholarship. Deadline is January 22nd. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Turner or Mrs. Hitch for more information.

WALTON FAMILY AND WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP: Seniors, the deadline for the Walton Family and Walton Community Scholarships is January 22nd. You do not have to be a Walmart employee or dependent of a Walmart employee to apply. See Prep HQ, Mrs. Hitch or Mrs Turner for more information.

BENTON WINTER HOMECOMING: Benton's Winter Homecoming is Friday, January 29th! The Benton Boy's Basketball Team will be playing the Platte County Pirates, as this year theme is "Show up The Pirates." Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may nominate prince and princess candidates and seniors can nominate king and queen candidates by visiting Mr. Reigert's room before Tuesday, January 19th. Show your school spirit and nominate a candidate today!

FBLA LIFESMARTS COMPETITION: FBLA members who have not finished the LifeSmarts competition need to come to Room 111 at 7:10 AM on Thursday morning to take the tests. If you need to do it after school, come by Room 111 and arrangements can be made.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY AUDITIONS: Auditions for the all-school play "And a Child Shall Lead" will take place TODAY at 3:00 PM in the auditorium. See Mrs. Schultz in Room 102 if you have any questions.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Tuesday - January 12, 2010

BENTON WINTER HOMECOMING: Benton's Winter Homecoming is Friday, January 29th! The Benton Boy's Basketball Team will be playing the Platte County Pirates, as this year theme is "Show up The Pirates." Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may nominate prince and princess candidates and seniors can nominate king and queen candidates by visiting Mr. Reigert's room before Tuesday, January 19th. Show your school spirit and nominate a candidate today!

FBLA LIFESMARTS COMPETITION: FBLA members who have not finished the LifeSmarts competition need to come to Room 111 at 7:10 AM on Wednesday or Thursday morning to take the tests. If you need to do it after school, come by Room 111 and arrangements can be made.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY AUDITIONS: Auditions for the all-school play "And a Child Shall Lead" will take place on TODAY and Wednesday, January 13th, at 3:00 PM in the auditorium. See Mrs. Schultz in Room 102 if you have any questions.

OVERDUE NOTICES: Overdue notices will be passed out during CAMP today. If you have an overdue book, please return it to the library! As a bonus, if you show your book and overdue notice to library staff, you'll be entered into the Turn It In For the Win contest twice!

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues this month, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Monday - January 11, 2010

FBLA LIFESMARTS COMPETITION: FBLA members who have not finished the LifeSmarts competition need to come to Room 111 at 7:10 AM on Wednesday or Thursday morning to take the tests. If you need to do it after school, come by Room 111 and arrangements can be made.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY AUDITIONS: Auditions for the all-school play "And a Child Shall Lead" will take place on Tuesday, January 12th, and Wednesday, January 13th, at 3:00 PM in the auditorium. See Mrs. Schultz in Room 102 if you have any questions.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Back by popular demand, the library will hold another Turn It In For the Win contest for the month of January! Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Friday - January 8, 2010

NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER.

Thursday - January 7, 2010

NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER.

Wednesday - January 6, 2010

2ND SEMESTER SCHEDULE CHANGES: Counselors will be making schedule changes for 2nd semester from TODAY until the end of school day on Monday, January 11th. Any requests received after that date will not be considered.

The only changes that will be considered are for semester-long classes during the same hour. Things to remember are:

1. We cannot take you out of a year-long class.
2. We cannot change the teacher you have for a subject.
3. We cannot change you from Honors to Non-honors.

FBLA MEETING ON FRIDAY: FBLA meeting will be Friday, January 8th, at 7:10 AM in Room 111. Please be there to finish the LifeSmarts competition and begin preparing for the FBLA district contest in March.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY AUDITIONS: Auditions for the all-school play "And a Child Shall Lead" will take place on Tuesday, January 12th, and Wednesday, January 13th, at 3:00 PM in the auditorium. See Mrs. Schultz in Room 102 if you have any questions.

TURN IT IN FOR THE WIN CONTEST: Back by popular demand, the library will hold another Turn It In For the Win contest for the month of January! Any time you check out a book and have NO overdues, you'll be entered to win your choice of either The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or a book from the Chronicles of Vladmir Tod series by Heather Brewer, plus a bag o' free stuff. See library staff for details and don't forget to participate in our ongoing Read @ Benton Poster Campaign!

Tuesday - January 5, 2010

NO SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER.