Benton Intermediate School

🍎🧃 Attention BIS Parents: If your child receives a lunch from the school cafeteria, they are being charged unless you have completed a free/reduced lunch application for this school year and it was approved. 🔗 The link for applying for free/reduced lunch is: www.myschoolapps.com This is the BEST way to apply. You will receive notice of approval (or denial) within ten days. If your child(ren) has/have been on free/reduced lunch previously, you will need to re-apply for the new school year. 🚨(Please note: applications DO NOT ROLL OVER FROM LAST YEAR!) The sooner you complete this application process, the less chance of your child accruing unwanted charges. If you have trouble with this process, please contact Tracy Patterson at the Child Nutrition Program Central Office @ (318) 549.5046.

⚽ The BHS Soccer team is coming to BIS for a mini soccer clinic TODAY! The clinic will begin immediately after school and end at 5:00 PM. The price is $35 and will include clinic fees, drinks, a snack, and a t-shirt. Please complete the hold registration form in the additional documents using the Local Level Events link. Students that register after September 18th will have their t-shirt dropped off at the school after fall break. We will accept registrations for your child until the day of their clinic. Register here: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35437

📚👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 TODAY is the BIS Book Fair After-School Family Shopping Event! 📅 Thursday, September 26th ⌚️ 3 pm - 6pm 📍 BIS Library Click here to view the 5th grade flyer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vfkrg/wqwj/#p=1 Click here to view the 6th grade flyer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vfkrg/hvql/#p=1 ℹ️ Click here to view the informational parent letter: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F1epkLoE5mf2e8xy9P9GPVYC2Gx3Sz4B2wvL7znB4DE/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.gcc25858ec9_0_2 Click here to visit the Scholastic book fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/bentontigers

🏹 BIS/BMS Archery Tryouts 📅 Wednesday, October 2nd and Thursday, October 3rd ⌚️ (Choose one time slot) 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, 5:15 pm 📍 BIS Gym There will be sign up information given out during clinic (this week and next) and students are also able to sign up in PE class. After tryouts are over, the team members will be announced Friday, October 4th sometime after 3:00pm on the school app. In order to minimize distractions, tryouts are closed to spectators. ❓ Any questions please contact Coach Amber Craft at amber.craft@bossierschools.org.

🤼‍♂️ Attention 6th grade BIS parents: If your child wants to wrestle for the BMS Team, sign up and stay to wrestle on Thursday, September 26th and Thursday, October 3rd in the BIS Commons 5-6:30 pm. 🚨 ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4TH 🚨

🌟 It's time to select our 5th grade Student of the Year! Click the link below for qualification requirements and the Intent to Apply Google Form. 🚨Please note: This intent form must be submitted no later than 10 am on Monday, September 30th. Deadlines are strictly enforced! Click here: https://forms.gle/V8coprKqhgkPDTq46

🍩😋 "What are you doing in my swamp?" ~ Shrek 💚 The BIS Drama Team is sponsoring a Fancy Friday Donuts THIS Friday, September 27th and you do not want to miss out, the theme is "Shrek's Swamp Donut": donut with green icing and topped with gummy worms, "dirt" (crushed oreos), and beehives (honeycomb cereal). 💵 $5 cash ⌚️ 7:10 am - 7:40 am 📍 Concession area by the gym 🎭 Thank you for supporting BIS Drama!

⚽ The BHS Soccer team is coming to BIS for a mini soccer clinic! The clinic will begin immediately after school and end at 5:00 PM. The price is $35 and will include clinic fees, drinks, a snack, and a t-shirt. Please complete the hold registration form in the additional documents using the Local Level Events link. Students that register after September 18th will have their t-shirt dropped off at the school after fall break. We will accept registrations for your child until the day of their clinic. Register here: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35437

📚 BIS it's BOOK FAIR time! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Our After-School Family Shopping Event will be TOMORROW, Thursday, September 26th from 3 pm - 6pm in the BIS Library 📚📅 The Book Fair continues all week, September 19-26th. Click here to view the 5th grade flyer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vfkrg/wqwj/#p=1 Click here to view the 6th grade flyer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vfkrg/hvql/#p=1 Click here to view the informational parent letter: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F1epkLoE5mf2e8xy9P9GPVYC2Gx3Sz4B2wvL7znB4DE/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.gcc25858ec9_0_2 Click here to visit the Scholastic book fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/bentontigers

🇺🇸 BIS See You at The Pole has relocated to the gym at 7:20 this morning. We hope to see everyone there. Travel safe this morning, Tigers!

🏹 BIS/BMS Archery Tryouts are Wednesday, October 2nd and Thursday, October 3rd. There will be sign up information given out during clinic this week and next week. After tryouts are over, the team members will be announced Friday, October 4th sometime after 3:00pm on the school app. Any questions please contact Coach Amber Craft at amber.craft@bossierschools.org.

👩🏻‍⚕️ BIS 6th grade parents, please see the attached letter from Nurse Allen.

🤼‍♂️🚨 Due Oct. 4th - BMS Wrestling Team Registration 1. The 6th-8th grade Benton Middle School Wrestling Team Registration is due by Oct. 4th, 2024. Paying by Oct. 4th will reserve your spot on the team. Please pay your registration online by clicking this link: https://bossierparish.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/10461/338/False/True 2. After paying your registration, you must fill out this form so that we can get wrestler's shirt and sweatshirt sizes: https://forms.gle/9 3. Important Information about the BMS Wrestling Team can be found by clicking this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X0m5HYaUaUWG141-KrQ5I8eigsH_KuCnVyt6UVdNR-c/edit?usp=sharing Please refer any questions by email to Coach TerHaar at bradley.terhaar@bossierschools.org

🏡 BIS Yard signs are IN and available for pickup in the Front Office. Thank you for supporting BIS PTO!

💪 BIS Fall Social: Benton Community, Support Gunner’s Fight! Meet Gunner, a 12-year-old student at Benton Intermediate who loves basketball, fishing, riding 4-wheelers, playing video games, and spending time with friends and family. Recently, Gunner and his family faced an unimaginable challenge—a large tumor was discovered inside his spine, leading to a diagnosis of cancer after surgery. Since his procedure, Gunner has been unable to walk and is now beginning intensive rehab in New Orleans. His journey to recovery will be long, and the financial strain on his family is immense. His mother, Avis, a self-employed dog groomer in Benton, will be by Gunner’s side, losing her income during this time. His father, Chris, a police officer for Bossier City, will need to balance work and caring for their other three children. Please help us support Gunner and his family through this difficult time. Your donations will assist with medical expenses, lost income, and travel costs. Every contribution counts—if you cannot donate, please share Gunner’s story and keep him in your prayers. Together, we can make a difference! Any BIS student with a donation (ANY dollar amount) gains entry into our Fall Social which will be held Friday, October 4, 2024. This event is free dress but be sure to wear your favorite TEAM JERSEY, in honor of our friend Gunner. Thank you, as always, for your support! Click here to donate online: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35747

🛡️ Attention 5th grade parents, the DEADLINE TO SIGN UP for Medieval Times HAS BEEN EXTENDED! The new deadline to sign up (with permission slip AND payment received) is Thursday, October 3, 2024. In the link below you can: ℹ️ Download an information sheet (under Additional Info/Documentation) ✅ Register 💵 Pay 👕 Select a t-shirt size 💜 Sponsor a student ✍🏻 Sign permission slip ⚕️ List any allergies or medical conditions Seats are limited and assigned on a first come, first serve basis. 🚨 The DEADLINE TO SIGN UP (with permission slip AND payment received) is Thursday, October 3, 2024. Click here: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35058

⚽ The BHS Soccer team is coming to BIS for a mini soccer clinic! The clinic will begin immediately after school and end at 5:00 PM. The price is $35 and will include clinic fees, drinks, a snack, and a t-shirt. Please complete the hold registration form in the additional documents using the Local Level Events link. Students that register after September 18th will have their t-shirt dropped off at the school after fall break. We will accept registrations for your child until the day of their clinic. Register here: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35437

🍩😋 "What are you doing in my swamp?" ~ Shrek 💚 The BIS Drama Team is sponsoring a Fancy Friday Donuts THIS Friday, September 27th and you do not want to miss out, the theme is "Shrek's Swamp Donut": donut with green icing and topped with gummy worms, "dirt" (crushed oreos), and beehives (honeycomb cereal). 💵 $5 cash ⌚️ 7:10 am - 7:40 am 📍 Concession area by the gym 🎭 Thank you for supporting BIS Drama!

🏹 BIS ARCHERY CLINIC FOR 5TH AND 6TH GRADE Need extra practice before tryouts? Use this link to a Sign Up Genius to sign up for a spot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084CAFAA29ABFB6-51149596-benton Contact Coach Craft at amber.craft@bossierschools,org for any additional information.

📚 BIS it's BOOK FAIR time! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Our After-School Family Shopping Event will be THIS Thursday, September 26th from 3 pm - 6pm in the BIS Library 📚📅 The Book Fair continues all week, September 19-26th. Click here to view the 5th grade flyer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vfkrg/wqwj/#p=1 Click here to view the 6th grade flyer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vfkrg/hvql/#p=1 Click here to view the informational parent letter: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F1epkLoE5mf2e8xy9P9GPVYC2Gx3Sz4B2wvL7znB4DE/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.gcc25858ec9_0_2 Click here to visit the Scholastic book fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/bentontigers