
May 6th through the 10th is Teacher Appreciation Week. Every day this week, we will highlight the many teams of educators who work tirelessly every day to make BES the BESt. Today, we honor our Speech Pathologists, Mandy Lane and Jill Slaydon, and our C3 Interventionists, Janna Archer and Brooke Lovett.



🎉 Let's give a HUGE round of applause to the incredible heroes of Benton Elementary: our amazing cafeteria ladies! 🌟🍽️ Today, on School Lunch Hero Day, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for all that they do to keep our students nourished, happy, and ready to learn every single day.
From whipping up delicious and nutritious meals to ensuring every child feels welcomed and cared for, these wonderful ladies go above and beyond in their roles. They're not just serving meals; they're spreading joy, kindness, and positivity in our school community.
So, here's to our cafeteria heroes! Thank you for your dedication, your hard work, and your unwavering commitment to making our school a better place. You truly are the backbone of Benton Elementary, and we are so incredibly grateful for everything you do! 👏❤️ #SchoolLunchHeroDay #CafeteriaHeroes #BentonElementaryPride 🎉🍎


It was the "Run for the Roses" in kindergarten today. They held their annual Kindergarten Kentucky Derby at the "BES Circle Drive Downs" track.








End-of-Year Important Dates!


A big shoutout to Mrs. Shadowen on Principal Appreciation Day. Mrs. Shadowen works hard every day to make BES the BESt. She always keeps what is best for your kids first. Give a huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Shadowen!


🌟 Attention Benton Elementary Parents! 🌟
📚 KSA Testing starts tomorrow and we're gearing up to support our students to so their very best! 🌟 While we believe in the power of these assessments to gauge our progress and strengths, we also understand that they're just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to your child's growth and development. Below are a few tips to help your child succeed.





Great job, Nora and Vanessa! They both received Positive Office Referral Shout-outs last week!



🌟 Attention Benton Elementary Families! 🌟
📚 KSA State Testing Season is just around the corner, and we're gearing up to support our 3rd through 5th grade students to shine bright! 🌟 While we believe in the power of these assessments to gauge our progress and strengths, we also understand that they're just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to your child's growth and development.
✨ Our goal is to create a supportive environment where every student feels confident and empowered to do their best.
📆 Below, you'll find our State Testing Schedule. Please mark your calendars and let us know if you have any questions or concerns. Please try to avoid scheduling appointments and checking students out early during this time. Together, we'll navigate this journey with positivity and support!
Let's show our Benton Elementary spirit and cheer on our students as they tackle this challenge with confidence and determination! 💪🍎


Senior Walk Day is always a favorite day at BES. We are so proud of these former Benton Indians. We wish you the best in everything you do. Remember--Once a Benton Indian, always a Benton Indian. Congratulations to the Class of 2024!!











It's that time of the year again when we're filled with pride and nostalgia as we celebrate the achievements of our former Benton Indians, who are now seniors at Marshall County High School! 🌟
📸 Remember when they were preparing to spread their wings and leave Benton Elementary as fifth-graders? Those moments of excitement, anticipation, and maybe a few tears of farewell. Well, as they prepare to graduate, let's take a walk down memory lane and cherish those memories together! 🚶♂️🚶♀️
We've dusted off the archives and found their fifth-grade class pictures, and let us tell you, the growth and transformation are truly remarkable! 📸✨ Take a look and see if you can recognize any familiar faces. Don't hesitate to tag, comment, and share this post as we honor and celebrate the journey of these incredible individuals. 🌟
Let's shower our support and admiration for the graduating class of 2024 as they take their final strides at Marshall County High School. Once an Indian, always an Indian! 🎉🎓 #BentonElementaryAlumni #Classof2024 #MemoriesToCherish






Great job, Addley and Zoey! They both received Positive Referral Shoutouts for their hard work.



🌟👏 Honoring Our Front Office Heroes! 👏🌟 On this Administrative Professionals Day, we want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on two incredible individuals who keep our school running smoothly: Chasity and Ashton, our amazing front-office administrative assistants at Benton Elementary! 🎉Thank you for your tireless efforts, your endless patience, and your willingness to go above and beyond to support our school community. 🙌


It's been another fun, successful season for the BES Running Club. Runners met on Tuesday mornings at 7:30 to run before school.



Way to go, Reese! She received a positive office referral shout-out for her outstanding work.


Senior Sunday! 🎓📸As the school year winds down, we're taking a trip down memory lane to celebrate the incredible journey of our former Benton Indians, who are now seniors at Marshall County High School! 📸🎓 👧🏽🧒🏼 Remember when they were just starting out their academic adventure in kindergarten? Well, time flies, and they're now gearing up to graduate! 🎓 To commemorate their growth and achievements, we've dug up their kindergarten class pictures, and let us tell you, the nostalgia is real! 😊 📸 Check out these adorable faces from back in the day, and see if you can spot any familiar smiles! Feel free to tag, comment, and share this post to spread the love and honor these remarkable individuals as they prepare to embark on their next chapter. 🌟 Let's show our support and pride for the graduating class of 2024 as they take their final steps at Marshall County High School. Go Benton Indians turned Marshals! 🎉🎓 #BentonElementaryAlumni #Classof2024 #OnceAnIndianAlwaysAnIndian






SMMS Open Gym Times for Girl's Basketball and Volleyball



Great job, Gray and Aiden! They. both received Positive Referral Shout-Outs this week!



Buy your jibbitz and stickers before school! (Jibbitz are used to decorate your Crocs😃) This is a kindergarten fundraiser. Pictures below show what is still left to buy.







Congratulations to our final Treasure Chest winner - Elijah Green! The Book Blast is going strong as we approach these last few days of the event. It’s not too late to complete your Treasure Map, earn your 3 prizes, and help your child’s teacher earn a shopping spree to purchase books and supplies for the classroom! When 60% of the classroom students register and invite 10+ friends and family members, that teacher will earn a $100 shopping spree. If ALL the classroom students invite 10+ friends and family members, the teacher will earn a $200 shopping spree. Visit http://bookblast.booksarefun.com/BentonES42025 to participate!

5th grade is having a great day on their field trip
