We are required by Leader in Me to complete a family survey each year. Our goal is to have 200 surveys and right now we only have 70 completed. Students can earn a free dress day if we reach our goal. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey.
https://www.leaderinme.com/s/benton-elementary-school/families
This Thursday students can pay $5 to wear free dress and attend a dance during Enrichment!
Please join us on Friday, May 16th for First and Second Grade Leadership Day. First Grade begins at 9:00 in the Gym. Second Grade begins at 9:15 in the classroom. Students are excited to share Leader in Me learning with their friends and families!
Bossier Schools has received the all-clear and buses will be rolling soon. Thanks for your understanding!
We have a limited number of yearbooks that have been released. They can only be ordered online and the last day to purchase is Thursday. We do not have any available through the office. Once the allotment has been reached there will be no more available.
https://www.buytheyearbook.com/en/bty/findmyschool
KONA ICE DAY!! May 14th - You can prepay using the QR Code or send cash to the school with your child on the day of!
Mark your calendar for our 2nd Annual Color Run with the addition of a Fall Market! We are currently looking for vendors of all sorts to participate in the Fall Market! Last year we had over 500 people attend the Color Run and this year it will be even bigger. Fill out the form below if you are interested in having a booth at our event!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_jJp3K3adRYKV3ASR8qZWvVoWdIgSUDW5EeehSoQ5KE/preview
Kindergarten Registration is now open! Use this handy graphic to make sure you have all documents ready to begin your child's registration.
It's time to start planning for the 25-26 School Year! Here are the two links you need to get school supply packs and spiritwear! The Corner Store accepts Klarna so you can make payments.
School Corner Store: https://bestigercorner.itemorder.com/shop/home/
School Supply Packs: https://www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks/
Our school code is BEN014
It's time to go On the Record with Bossier Schools! 📺 Hit SUBSCRIBE now to stay updated on all things Bossier Schools! You won’t want to miss this episode! 👉 https://bit.ly/OTRS3E15
BIG news from Bossier Schools for educators and employees. A pay raise is coming your way! CFO Nicia Bamburg details how much you can expect, where the funding is sourced, and what has changed over the past six years since voters were asked to approve a property tax to support teacher pay raises.
Haughton High Head Baseball Coach Glenn Maynor is a legend on the mound and a hometown hero with over three decades of coaching excellence under his hat. As the longest-serving coach of any sport in Bossier Parish, his legacy continues to inspire, and he’s showing no signs of slowing down.
Finally, don’t miss Superintendent Shout-outs spotlighting two students who excelled in the 4th District Congressional Art Competition, the Bucs in Blue and the G.O.A.T. of Parkway High School Julie Edwards.
#bossierschools #wintheday #ontherecordwithbossierschools
Benton Elementary is proud to be a Leader in Me Lighthouse School, where we focus on developing the leadership potential in every student. As part of this ongoing journey, we invite all parents and guardians to participate in the Measurable Results Assessment (MRA) survey.
This short survey gives us valuable feedback on how we’re doing in areas like leadership, school culture, and academics. Your voice helps guide our improvement efforts and ensures we’re creating the best environment for your child to grow and lead.
📅 The survey is open now – and only takes a few minutes to complete!
🔗 https://www.leaderinme.com/s/benton-elementary-school/families
🎉 Incentive Alert! If we receive 200 or more completed family surveys, all students will earn a Free Dress Day as a reward!
Thank you for being a vital part of our school community. Together, we’re growing leaders!
Benton Elementary School is ON THE PROWL for new TIGERS! It's time to start thinking about Kindergarten for next year and May 1st is the day we get started! We cannot wait to meet our 'lil Tigers!
Tomorrow is the Bunny Hop Dance during Enrichment. Students may pay $5 to have free dress and entrance to the dance. You may pay online or with cash at the school.
We would love to surprise our 3rd and 4th grade students with a fun surprise to start State testing but we need your help! Mark your calendar to come and work together to CHALK THE WALK for April 29th at 5:30 pm!
Catch the latest episode of On the Record with Bossier Schools! WATCH HERE: https://bit.ly/OTRS3E14
In this episode: visit the STEM zone at the Defenders of Liberty Air Show with our 8th graders, learn about our district Job & Resource Fair, our Superintendent gives a few shoutouts and much more! Be sure to follow On the Record with Bossier Schools on YouTube.
#ontherecordwithBossierSchools #BossierSchools #wintheday
Autism Awareness Day is April 10th. Show your support by wearing a blue shirt and colorful socks!
Tomorrow (April 1st) at Benton Elementary is Purple Up Day. Please wear a purple shirt with uniform bottoms to celebrate Military Affiliated students!
https://youtu.be/9fUCJFZaWL4?si=QrOO7OkULiiDQmLv
Thank you for making our Staff Appreciation a special time for our teachers and staff. Your generosity helped us show our wonderful staff just how special they truly are. Thank you!
✨ Attention Job Seekers & Bossier Schools Employees! ✨ Save the date so you don’t miss Bossier Schools 3rd Annual District Job and Resource Fair!
📅 When: Tuesday, April 15 ⏰ Time: 4 - 6 p.m. 📍 Where: Bossier Civic Center
🎯 For Job Seekers: Explore job opportunities and meet with school and department leaders across our district.
🎯 For Current Employees: Connect with Central Office staff about certifications, benefits, and retirement.
🎯 For Educators & Learners: Discover pathways to alternate certifications, advanced degrees, and professional development.
✨ Come and join the movement as Bossier Schools is Changing the Game and Shaping the Future!
Register now on our Recruitment page! 👉https://bit.ly/BPSBRecruitment
Or use the QR code to register.
#wintheday #BossierSchools #StartStaySoar
March/April BES Tiger Tales Newsletter
https://secure.smore.com/n/e2tyk-tiger-tales