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  • Tiger's Roar!  
    Posted on Feb 14, 2020
    The February '20 edition of the Tiger's Roar is out! Check it out under the Schools tab at the top of the page.
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  • Letter to Parents for the Lycoming Career and Technical Center  
    Posted on Jan 21, 2020
    The Benton Area School District Board of Directors is exploring vocational and technical options for the 2020-2021 school year. Students entering 10th grade will have the option to attend the Lycoming Career and Technology Center (LycoCTC) in Hughesville. LycoCTC offers a part-time, two- hour a day vocational program that prepares students for college, military service, and workforce. Click 'Read More' for the full letter.
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  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)  
    Posted on Jan 16, 2020
    Parents or Guardians, you may be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which is a program that helps supplement your monthly grocery budget to help put nutritious foods on your family's table. Click 'Read More' for full details or look for the link under the Community tab at the top of the page.
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  • Safe2Say  
    Posted on Jan 01, 2020
    Safe2Say Something is a youth violence prevention program run by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General. The program teaches youth and adults how to recognize warning signs and signals, especially within social media, from individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others and to “say something” BEFORE it is too late. With Safe2Say Something, it’s easy and confidential to report safety concerns to help prevent violence and tragedies.
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  • Sapphire Sign-up!  
    Posted on Oct 28, 2019
    Parents, if you haven't signed up for a Sapphire Community Portal account yet, now is the time to do so! With a Sapphire Community account you can submit required forms online, view your student's progress in classes, and much more. Choose the Sapphire Login under the Quick Links drop down at the top of the page. From there choose the Community Portal option and then click on 'Create a Web Portal account' to get started.
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  • Comprehensive Plan 2020-2023  
    Posted on Oct 03, 2019
    The Benton Area School District's Comprehensive Plan for the 2020-2023 school years is now available and can be accessed by clicking the Read More at the bottom or by going to the District tab > District Information > Comprehensive Plan.
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  • Public Meeting Notice  
    Posted on Sep 18, 2019
    On Wednesday, September 18, 2019, the Benton Area School District held a presentation for Vo-Tech delivery options. The Vocational/Technical Education Study on this topic can be found by clicking Read More.
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  • Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbulling Policy  
    Posted on Dec 19, 2017
    To read the Benton Area School District Policy 249- Bullying/Cyberbullying, please click Read More.
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  • Penn College NOW  
    High school students in Pennsylvania can earn free college credits by participating in the Penn College NOW dual-enrollment program offered by Pennsylvania College of Technology. Click Read More for more information.
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  • CMAVTS Notice  
    Notice Regarding the CMAVTS Expansion Project - Please click 'Read More' for the full information.
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Our Mission Statement

The Benton Area School District's mission is to provide an excellent education in order to maximize the potential of all students and prepare them to meet the challenges of work and life in an ever changing world.

Belief Statement

  • Student learning is the chief priority for the Benton Area School District.
  • All students can learn.
  • Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
  • Students learn in different ways and should be provided with a variety of instructional approaches to support their learning.
  • Teachers, administrators, parents and the community share the responsibility for advancing the school's mission.
  • Exceptional students require special services and resources.
  • Curriculum and instructional practices should incorporate a variety of learning activities to accommodate differences in learning styles.
  • Ongoing professional development of staff is vital.
Benton Area School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities or employee practices, based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, ancestry, disabling condition, or union membership. The district will make reasonable accommodations for identified physical and mental impairments that constitute disabilities, consistent with the requirements federal and state laws and regulations. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VII and IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Superintendent, Benton Area School District, 600 Green Acres Road, Benton, PA 17814.

 

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