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Parents/guardians across all schools should receive an email notification on how to complete the Student Verification process on or around July 19th. The Parent Web Account allows parents/guardians to update family and student information, family contact numbers, email addresses, annual health changes, and so much more in the comfort of their own home. Families can register for transportation services through the Student Verification process. All forms may be signed electronically and no registration forms need to be printed. Once the Student Verification has been completed, elementary Homeroom Teachers will be emailed out on August 2nd, for 1st through 5th grade. There will be two Verification Dates at schools, Monday, August 2nd and Tuesday, August 3rd. Elementary buildings will be open from 12:00 - 4:00 P.M. and the Middle School will be scheduling appointments from 10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. The High School will be open from 1:00 - 6:00 P.M. If you have difficulty completing the online verification process, computers will be available in each building during these hours. Parents/guardians are able to make payments for items such as lunch accounts, snack milk (for elementary students), busing, activity passes, and PTO dues online through https://myschoolbucks.com or by selecting the Online Payment choice under Parents on the school website benningtonschools.org. Students new to Bennington need to bring a certified birth certificate, immunizations, and physicals (grades K & 7) to registration days or on the first day of school. Students in grades 7-12 planning to participate in athletics need to have the Athletic Physical and NSAA Consent Form completed and signed. School meals Important 2021-22 Registration/Verification It seems like summer just started; however, the calendar tells us that the start of school is just around the corner. Bennington Public Schools will start classes on Wednesday, August 18, with 11:40 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. dismissal times. We are looking forward to opening school with fewer restrictions than during the previous school year and being able to welcome families back into our schools again. We look forward to the daily accomplishments of our students and staff as we work together toward our common goal of preparing all students to meet the challenges of the future. This publication is designed to provide you with important information related to the start of school. We hope you find this document both informative and helpful. Transportation USDA has extended nationwide waivers allowing Bennington Public Schools to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students for the 2021-2022 school year. Please remember these important facts: 1) A la carte purchases will be charged to the student’s school meal account at regular pricing. This includes the following: • Extra servings of an entrée, milk, fruit, vegetable or bread. • Milk for a cold lunch brought from home. • Second meals. 2) High School and Middle School students may purchase snack items with cash. 3) This program does not apply to adult meals. Free and reduced price meal applications will be available at registration and on the district website. For questions call 402-238-3044. Bennington Public Schools provides free transportation to students living more than four (4) miles from their assigned school. Transportation is also available to students living less than four (4) miles and more than one (1) mile from their assigned school for a fee. If you qualify for transportation services and would like to sign up, you may complete the request form through the Student Verification process in July. You will be notified by mail by the Transportation Department with pick up times and locations in early August. All students are required to have a bus pass to ride the bus. Bus passes from prior years are valid through graduation. Replacement bus passes are available for purchase. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Jeremy Edens, Coordinator of Operations and Transportation, at [email protected] or 402-238-2902. Bennington Public Schools Volume 17, Issue 1 HORIZONS Welcome back!

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Parents/guardians across all schools should receive an email notification on how to complete the Student Verification process on or around July 19th.

The Parent Web Account allows parents/guardians to update family and student information, family contact numbers, email addresses, annual health changes, and so much more in the comfort of their own home. Families can register for transportation services through the Student Verification process. All forms may be signed electronically and no registration forms need to be printed. Once the Student Verification has been completed, elementary Homeroom Teachers will be emailed out on August 2nd, for 1st through 5th grade. There will be two Verification Dates at schools, Monday, August 2nd and Tuesday, August 3rd. Elementary buildings will be open from 12:00 - 4:00 P.M. and the Middle School will be scheduling appointments from

10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. The High School will be open from 1:00 - 6:00 P.M. If you have difficulty completing the online verification process, computers will be available in each building during these hours.

Parents/guardians are able to make payments for items such as lunch accounts, snack milk (for elementary students), busing, activity passes, and PTO dues online through https://myschoolbucks.com or by selecting the Online Payment choice under Parents on the school website benningtonschools.org.

Students new to Bennington need to bring a certified birth certificate, immunizations, and physicals (grades K & 7) to registration days or on the first day of school. Students in grades 7-12 planning to participate in athletics need to have the Athletic Physical and NSAA Consent Form completed and signed.

School meals

Important 2021-22 Registration/Verification

It seems like summer just started; however, the calendar tells us that the start of school is just around the corner. Bennington Public Schools will start classes on Wednesday, August 18, with 11:40 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. dismissal times. We are looking forward to opening school with fewer restrictions than during the previous school year and being able to welcome families back into our schools

again. We look forward to the daily accomplishments of our students and staff as we work together toward our common goal of preparing all students to meet the challenges of the future. This publication is designed to provide you with important information related to the start of school. We hope you find this document both informative and helpful.

Transportation

USDA has extended nationwide waivers allowing Bennington Public Schools to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students for the 2021-2022 school year.

Please remember these important facts:1) A la carte purchases will be charged to the student’s

school meal account at regular pricing. This includes the following:

• Extra servings of an entrée, milk, fruit, vegetable or bread.• Milk for a cold lunch brought from home.• Second meals.2) High School and Middle School students may purchase

snack items with cash. 3) This program does not apply to adult meals.Free and reduced price meal applications will be available

at registration and on the district website. For questions call 402-238-3044.

Bennington Public Schools provides free transportation to students living more than four (4) miles from their assigned school. Transportation is also available to students living less than four (4) miles and more than one (1) mile from their assigned school for a fee. If you qualify for transportation services and would like to sign up, you may complete the request form through the Student Verification process in July. You will be notified by mail by the Transportation Department with pick up times and locations in early August. All students are required to have a bus pass to ride the bus. Bus passes from prior years are valid through graduation. Replacement bus passes are available for purchase. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Jeremy Edens, Coordinator of Operations and Transportation, at [email protected] or 402-238-2902.

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Welcome back!

CONTACT INFORMATION

Bennington High School P: 402-238-2447/F: 402-238-2950Dr. Matt Blomenkamp - Principal

Greg Lamberty - Assistant PrincipalChristopher Kessell - Assistant Principal/

Activity Director

Bennington Middle School P: 402-238-3082/F: 402-916-5823

Shawn Hoppes - PrincipalMatt Wilson - Asst. Principal/Activity Director

Renee Rucker - Assistant Principal

Anchor Pointe Elementary P: 402-238-2166/F: 402-885-8604

Chad Boyes - PrincipalDanielle Robb - Assistant Principal

Bennington Elementary P: 402-238-2690/F: 402-238-2185

Molly O’Connor- Principal

Heritage Elementary P: 402-238-2095/F: 402-238-3351

Therese Nelson- Principal

Pine Creek Elementary P: 402-238-2372/F: 402-238-2416

Alison Evangelisti- Principal

Special Education/Gifted Programs P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185Whitney Fagan- Director of Student

Services

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185

Dr. Denise Hoge- Assistant SuperintendentDr. Shannon Thoendel - Asst. CIA Director

Business Office P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185

Lynne Lurvey- Coordinator of Business

District Enrollment/Board of Education P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185

Jodi McCoy- District Secretary

Transportation/Grounds P: 402-238-2902/F: 402-238-2416

Jeremy Edens- Coordinator of District Operations

Nutritional Services P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185Tracy Watsabaugh- Coordinator of

Nutritional Services

Human Resources P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185

Courtney Veldhuis- Administrative Assistant

Information Technology P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185

Rob Uchtman- Coordinator of Technology Services

Budget Information P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185Dr. Terry L. Haack- Superintendent

General District InformationBennington Public Schools

11620 N 156th StreetPO Box 309

Bennington, NE 68007P: 402-238-3044/F: 402-238-2185

www.benningtonschools.orgPhone: 402-238-3044

Fax: 402-238-2185

Immunization and Physical Requirements 2021-2022

Nebraska immunization and physical requirements for enrollment in Nebraska schools are as follows. 2-5 Year Olds enrolled in a school based program not licensed as a child care provider:

• 4 doses of DTaP, DTP, or DT vaccine• 3 doses of Polio vaccine• 3 doses of Hib vaccine or 1 dose of Hib given at or after 15 months of

age• 3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine• 1 dose of MMR or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age, • 1 dose of varicella (chicken pox) or MMRV given on or after 12 months

of age. Written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted.

• 4 doses of pneumococcal or 1 dose of pneumococcal given on or after 15 months of age

Students entering school (Kindergarten or 1st Grade depending on the school district’s entering grade)

• 3 doses of DTaP, DTP, DT or Td vaccine, one given on or after the 4th birthday

• 3 doses of Polio vaccine• 3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine or 2 doses of adolescent

vaccine if student is 11-15 yrs of age• 2 doses of MMR or MMRV vaccine given on or after 12 months of age

and separated by at least one month• 2 doses of varicella (chicken pox) or MMRV if given on or after 12 months

of age. Written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted. If the child has had varicella disease, they do not need any varicella shots.

Students entering 7th grade• Must be current with the above vaccinations• AND receive 1 dose of Tdap (must contain pertussis booster)

Students transferring from outside the state at any grade• Must be immunized appropriately according to the grade entered.

School PhysicalsNebraska law requires children upon entry into the beginner grade, 7th grade,

or transferring from an out-of-state school, to have a physical examination within six months prior to school entrance.

Nebraska law requires children entering the beginner grade or transferring from an out-of-state school to provide proof of vision evaluation within six months prior to school entrance. This evaluation is to include testing for amblyopia, strabismus, internal, and external eye health, and visual acuity.

What this means to students/families:Out of state transfer students and kindergartners must get a physical and

vision exam prior to the start of school. These students get the two-sided form.Returning 7th graders and 7th graders transferring within the state need the

one-sided form that is indicated for 7th graders.There is the possibility that some 7th graders will be transferring from out-of-

state and these students need both physical and vision exams and must also use the two-sided form.

Regarding the vision exam: The elements of this eye exam can be done by any health care provider (including MDs, ODs, PAs, APRNs) and DOES NOT require an eye specialist. Of course an exam by an eye specialist is also acceptable, but it is not mandatory to see one to meet this requirement.

All students in 8-12th grade and plan to participate in BPS athletics will be required to turn in an athletic physical form.

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All students attending Bennington Public Schools are assigned a Chromebook for daily use. Elementary students do not bring their Chromebooks home, but Middle and High School students carry these daily. Cooperative loss insurance is available for Middle and High School students to purchase for $20. This is an annual program that covers the student’s device in case of damages. The insurance may be purchased through myschoolbucks on the school’s website. For more information or questions, you may email the Technology Department Coordinator, Mr. Rob Uchtman, at [email protected].

The Bennington School District values its volunteers and welcomes guests. For the safety and well-being of students, all volunteers and guests must check in at the main office of each school to sign in, screen for COVID-19, and be issued a guest pass.

All staff at Anchor Pointe Elementary, Bennington Elementary, Heritage Elementary, and Pine Creek Elementary will welcome families “Back-To-School” in person on Tuesday, August 17th. To provide adequate space and allow for social distancing, we will be scheduling families to attend based on their last name. We look forward to having our students and families back in the building, allowing you to meet your teachers, and get excited for the first day of school!

4:00-4:45 A-G • 5:00-5:45 H-M • 6:00-6:45 N-Z

Kindergarten Round-Up for incoming kindergartners will take place on Monday, August 2nd and Tuesday, August 3rd. We will have three sessions per day. Time slots will be 8:00-10:00, 10:30-12:30, and 1:30-3:30. Parents will drop off their student and return after the two-hour session. While your child is at school, he/she will spend time in a kindergarten classroom with the kindergarten teachers. The children will be doing a variety of learning activities. Specific dates and times for your child’s session have been mailed to you. If you have any questions, please call your elementary building secretary.

Elementary Back to School Activities

The Bennington School District makes available a student assistance program through Arbor Family Counseling to provide assessment, counseling, and referral services to students and families who may be experiencing problems such as peer relationships, family relationships, violent/aggressive behaviors, eating disorders,drug/alcohol abuse, and other concerns. The student assistance program can be accessed by calling 402-330-0960 or 800-922-7379.

Visit us on the web at www.benningtonschools.orgfor important information and forms

Complete school supply lists are included in each school’s link under Parents>Documents at www.benningtonschools.org. School supply lists are also available at each school on the Student Verification Registration days.

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Middle School Back to School Activities

The Middle School is looking forward to welcoming students and their families back into school this fall. Here are some upcoming dates for new and returning students and families to visit the school:

July 27, 2021 - JUMPSTART program is for all 6th grade students and 7th and 8th grade students who are new to the district. You should receive an email to sign up for either the 8:30 - 10 A.M. or

the 10:30 - 12 P.M. time slots. Stations will be set up for students to get more comfortable with the building before school starts.

August 2-3, 2021 - REGISTRATION/SCHEDULE PICK UP is by appointment between 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. Once online Student Verification is complete, schedules may be picked up. This is also the time for schedule changes with

counselors, health physicals, sport and activity information, bus card orders, and to meet some of the staff. Watch for an email to sign-up for a time.

August 16, 2021 - 6TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE - 6A Team 5:30 - 6:30 P.M. and 6B and 6C Teams 6 - 7 P.M.

August 17, 2021 - 7TH & 8TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE - 7th Grade 5:30 - 6:30 P.M. and 8th Grade 6 - 7 P.M.

CHROMEBOOK INFORMATION

High School back to school activities

High school students new to Bennington Public Schools are invited to a Welcome Lunch on Thursday, August 12th at noon in the high school commons. All 9th grade students and their families are invited to an Open House on Monday, August, 16, 2021, at 6 P.M.

Fall Sports’ Parents Meeting will be held on Monday, August 16th at 6 P.M. All parents are encouraged to attend if you have students planning to participate in Fall Sports.

Home Opening Dates for High School AthleticsSoftball: Varsity Jamboree August 14th v. Gretna at 11

A.M.Football: August 27th v. GI Northwest 7 P.M.Volleyball: September 2nd v. Norris Reserve & JV at

5:30, Varsity at 6:30 P.M.Girls Golf Invite: September 14th at 9 A.M. at Stone

Creek Golf CourseCross Country Invite: September 16th at 4:30 P.M.Full schedules can be found at: https://www.

easternmidlandconference.org.

School Volunteers and Guests Student Assistance Program

Student Supplies

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The Bennington community passed a $72.0 million bond issue in March of 2020. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being used to construct a fifth elementary and a second middle school southwest of 168th and Military, add four classrooms to Pine Creek Elementary, expand and modify athletic facilities at the high school, add

administrative space to the district office, and remodel, refurbish or expand several facility needs in the district. Many of the small projects were completed in the summer of 2020. In addition to these projects, the district is seeking to purchase additional land for a sixth elementary and a second high school site.

Elementary #5 is located southwest of 168th and Military. This 67,750 square foot facility is designed similar to Pine Creek, Heritage and Anchor Pointe Elementary facilities. This elementary facility will have 21 general classrooms for K-5 students with separate art, music, and PE areas along with a flex space, media center, and special education classrooms. Elementary #5 will have separate secure entrances and a playground with additional land for youth activities. The Elementary #5 project is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2022.

ELEMENTARY #5

MIDDLE SCHOOL #2

Middle School #2 is located southwest of 168th and Military. This 131,500 square foot facility is similar to the current middle school located southeast of 168th and Bennington Road with one exception. The new middle school is designed to expand from a capacity of 750 students to 975 students with the addition of nine classrooms in the future (scan the QR code to see list of expansion changes). This middle school facility will have 30 general classrooms with accommodating intervention and special education classrooms, additional classroom space for many fine arts and other electives, a media center, and two gyms with appropriate locker room space. Middle School #2 will have a separate track and field and additional land for youth activities. The Middle School #2 project is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2022.

HIGH SCHOOL SITE & SUPPORT IMPROVEMENTS

The Board of Education decided to expand the high school stadium with the understanding this facility would be the competition site for two high schools in the future. Construction is underway to add a concession stand, restroom and press box to the softball facility. The southeast high school parking lot is being replaced because it was over 16 years old and was plagued by underground water issues. The district is also expanding our current transportation warehouse and parking to accommodate future growth. These construction projects are scheduled for completion in 2021 or the summer of 2022.

PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY EXPANSION

The Pine Creek Elementary attendance center is the smallest geographically in the District, yet home to the highest percentage of students per residence/home. Given this information, the Board of Education made the decision to expand this facility to accommodate four additional classrooms. Construction of the classroom addition at Pine Creek Elementary will be completed this summer. The addition of four classrooms will increase the capacity from 480 to 575 students.

OTHER PROJECTS SUPPORTED BY THE 2020 BOND ISSUE

Many smaller projects were completed this past year. These included, but were not limited to; security system equipment upgrades at Heritage Elementary, installing underground fiber to upgrade internet connections for three southern elementary schools and purchasing additional technology infrastructure. Other smaller projects scheduled to be completed this year or next summer are: adding administrative space to the district office and completing off-site street development for our two newest facilities at 168th and Military. The district also has plans to purchase additional land for future school sites.

Construction Update

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The 2020-2021 school year brought about many challenges and unknowns as the BPS community navigated unfinished learning from the previous school year and a hybrid model of instruction this year. Teachers, students, and parents/guardians facilitated unprecedented safety protocols, interrupted attendance due to illness or exposure, and individualized student academic and social impact. At times this year, our persistence was tested and obstacles

seemed to be unconquerable. Through this adversity, our goal to maintain high expectations and continuous academic growth never waivered.

Upon completion of the 2020-2021 school year, student academic results on NWEA MAP Growth assessments indicated we have much to celebrate. BPS kindergarten through ninth-grade student achievement in the areas of reading and math paralleled previous school years. These outcomes negated

the “loss of learning” due to COVID-19 many districts nationwide have reported. As you can see in the graphs above, Bennington’s student progress remained consistent when comparing assessment results from spring 2019 to spring 2021. Limited or no dip in achievement was present. Persistence and dedication to continued high-quality education and a commitment to student progress during the pandemic deserve accolades for all those involved.

As we enter another school year with the continued consideration of the COVID-19 Pandemic, we want to provide transparency and guidance to ensure the safest environment for all of our staff, students, community members, and visitors. The updated Return to Learn Plan is posted on our district website. This plan continues to be fluid as we continue to receive updated guidance from health departments.

At this time, the school district plans to open the school at Tier 1 or the Green Tier. This means we hope to get back to as much pre-pandemic normalcy as we possibly can. Bennington Public Schools continues to meet with local health departments as well as surrounding school districts to ensure we are as informed as possible. The major changes to the plan, are as follows: (1) Masks will no longer be mandatory, (2) Remote Learning as

we experienced it during the 2020-2021 school year will no longer be offered, (3) DCHD has removed the risk dial as a resource for determining COVID-19 risks within the county and (4) Facilities will be opened back up at full capacity for outside usage and visitor opportunities. While we are opening our doors back up to all, we are still following the guidance of local health departments when it comes to quarantining students and staff.

As of July, 2021, the most current quarantine guidelines for a student or staff member that has been in close contact with an individual who has contracted COVID-19, are as follows:

A. No Quarantine = Individual is vaccinated or proof of a positive antibody test within the last 90 Days. Individuals may stay at school, and no mask is required.

B. 7 Day Quarantine Rule = Individual

has proof of a negative COVID-19 test five days or more from last exposure. Individuals may return after seven days from contact and may be required to wear a mask until Day 14.

C. 10 Day Quarantine Rule = Individual chooses not to be tested. Individuals may return after ten days from exposure, if symptom free and may be required to wear a mask until Day 14.

D. 14 Day Quarantine Rule = Individual does not choose any of the three options above, they may not return until after Day 14.

Did you know? Individuals who are 12 years of age or older are eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine. If you are interested in being vaccinated or having your child vaccinated, please reach out to your healthcare provider, the Douglas County Health Department, or Children’s Omaha to schedule an appointment.

Student Achievement: Persistence and Progress During a Pandemic

Return to Learn

*No data was available in spring 2020, due to the closure of school. *No data was available in spring 2020, due to the closure of school.

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Bennington Public Schools Foundation’s Sixth Annual Gala Fundraiser:

Yesterday’sPROM

Come Have a Blast from the Past!Friday, August 13, 2021 | 6-11p.m.A View on State | $65/per person

Reservations taken through July 30!

Scan to purchase tickets or sponsor the event!

1. Apply - scan the QR code (or visit website)

2. Train3. Match

Become a Badger TeamMate today!“The Teammates organization has given me the opportunity

to have the male role model in my life that I have always want-ed. My Mentor has shown me the ropes and has prepared me for the things in life that school doesn’t, like taxes, jobs and even how to play the guitar. Overall the Teammates program

has made me a better person and I’m forever grateful.”- Senior Mentee, 8 year participant

We need Mentors with YOUR gifts and talents to help impact a Bennington Student this fall.

Contact TeamMates Coordinator Megan Detjens at [email protected] for more information!

Bennington Public Schools’ Strategic Planning Goal #3 focuses on increasing community and school district collaboration to create a safe, caring, and positive learning environment. As part of the development of this goal, committee members worked with BSN Sports and Varsity Branding to develop logos in an effort to provide Bennington Public Schools the opportunity to promote, recognize, and embrace the excellence and collaboration between our schools and the community.

The final result of the branding process was four different logos that can be applied to all schools throughout the district. The committee felt it was necessary for schools to have the

ability to adapt the logos as their own whether it be an elementary, middle, or high school. As we continue to grow with new schools emerging it is likely that not every student or family will be a “Badger.” However, the Bennington “B” will serve as a symbol of pride, collaboration, and reflect the partnership between all Bennington Public School employees, community members, and students. Additionally, the “B” will become synonymous with the success and excellence of Bennington Public Schools.

Strategic Planning Goal #3 is led by Mr. Chad Boyes - Anchor Pointe Principal, Mr. Greg Lamberty - Bennington High School Assistant Principal, and

branding update

Mr. Chris Kessell - Bennington High School Activities Director. Additional committee members include school board members, parent representatives from school PTOs and the BHS Booster Club, as well as student representatives from the Bennington High School FBLA and Student Senate.

Bennington Public Schools uses the School Messenger System to send instant notifications to families. This system is designed for schools to send messages to a large number of people quickly and effectively. With this system, the district can send out voice messages, email messages, and/or SMS (text) messages to students, parents, and staff. In time-sensitive situations, parents and guardians will receive information and details directly from the school. School Messenger can be beneficial in sending out important messages like school closings or routine ones, such as event and meeting reminders to all or selective groups. There is no sign up necessary for email; all family directory information will be set up by the district. If you wish to receive text messages please text Y to 67587 to opt-in to receive text messages from the District.

Parents/guardians need to confirm the contact information during the online student verification process and keep the office informed of changes throughout the school year. If you receive a call/message from School Messenger from a school phone number, please CHECK YOUR MESSAGES BEFORE CALLING SCHOOL. The benefit of this system is that we can quickly send you the information in a message rather than making personal contact with each family. Our goal for using this system is to keep you well-informed in a timely manner.

First Day Schedule for Bennington Public Schools

On Wednesday, August 18th, the Bennington Public School schedule will be 8:20 - 11:40 A.M. for all elementary schools. The Middle School schedule runs from 8:10 - 11:50 A.M. and the High School will be in session from 8:10 - 12:00 P.M. The district has implemented these staggered release times to help with traffic pattern flow around and between the schools. The first day schedule allows for special orientation activities for students and is intended to ease the transition from summer to regular school hours.

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Bennington booster club Instant notifcation system

Census

Bennington Public Schools must provide the Department of Education with a count of children ages 5 – 18 who reside in the district as of June 30th each year. This information is used in the calculation of several types of state and county funding sources distributed to public school districts. You can update your census information or provide new information when you have recently moved into the district at http://benningtonschools.org/census/Bennington_census.cfm. Thank you for your assistance.

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