TIGERS! LEAP Testing is April 30-May 6 at BMS. Students will need to bring their backpack each day, along with: a book or magazine to read, a water bottle, pencils, & a snack for after testing! Please direct any questions to Becky O'Neal at becky.oneal@bossierschools.org. #TigersExcel 💜💛
This week's "Worked Their Tail Off " goes to Mrs. McKinnon! Mrs. McKinnon is always very helpful to her peers & students. She gives a lot of grace even when it might be tough to do so. She has a heart of gold and she is envied for her patience. She sets the tone in her classroom every single day all day long. We are so thankful for all she does here at Benton Middle School!
We are #BMSProud 💜💛
TIGERS! LEAP Testing is April 30-May 6 at BMS.
Students will need to bring their backpack each day, along with:
a book or magazine to read, a water bottle, pencils, & a snack for after testing!
Please direct any questions to Becky O'Neal at becky.oneal@bossierschools.org. #TigersExcel 💜💛
TIGERS! Ooga Booga ***FRIDAY, APRIL 25th IS THE DUE DATE FOR MONEY & SHIRT SIZE*** is a day 8th graders ditch the classroom and head to the gym to partake in a type of indoor friendly, field day competition. We ask each eligible 8th grader pay $25 through Local Level. https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/39235 That fee goes toward our world famous Ooga Booga T-shirt, lunch and one drink. You may purchase more drinks and snacks. Bring your water bottle and wear appropriate, comfortable shorts with your Ooga Booga shirt for the celebration on Friday, May 16th. ***THIS IS A ZERO HERO EVENT*** 8th grade students that are referred to the office resulting in disciplinary action the last semester of school will not be allowed to attend the Ooga Booga event. Likewise, any student that has outstanding fees or dues to the library or office will not be allowed to attend Ooga Booga event until settled.
BMS Softball Tryouts will be held on May 8th and 9th! 🥎 Please note that those who make the first cut will be invited to attend the second day of tryouts. There will be a final cut made after the second day. Make sure to sign up using the QR code. Bring your best effort and enthusiasm! We can't wait to see all of your talent on the field! 💜🥎💛 Questions: wade.brooks@bossierschools.org
FREE DRESS FRI-YAY!!! April 25th Link will close April 24th @ Noon **Be sure to pay before deadline*** Attire must be school appropriate. All proceeds go towards School Technology. The link: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/39309
TIGERS! Ooga Booga ***FRIDAY, APRIL 25th IS THE DUE DATE FOR MONEY & SHIRT SIZE*** is a day 8th graders ditch the classroom and head to the gym to partake in a type of indoor friendly, field day competition. We ask each eligible 8th grader pay $25 through Local Level. https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/39235 That fee goes toward our world famous Ooga Booga T-shirt, lunch and one drink. You may purchase more drinks and snacks. Bring your water bottle and wear appropriate, comfortable shorts with your Ooga Booga shirt for the celebration on Friday, May 16th. ***THIS IS A ZERO HERO EVENT*** 8th grade students that are referred to the office resulting in disciplinary action the last semester of school will not be allowed to attend the Ooga Booga event. Likewise, any student that has outstanding fees or dues to the library or office will not be allowed to attend Ooga Booga event until settled.
Benton Middle School is planning a seventh-grade field trip to Surge Entertainment on Thursday, May 15th.This trip is being provided as a reward for all Zero Heroes (no suspensions and no GASP during the 2nd semester). If your child is eligible and would like to attend the trip, the $35 fee for the bus, and Surge is due Friday, May 2nd via School Cash Online
https://www.schoolcashonline.com/
Tigers! Due to scheduling conflicts, the Spring Pep Rally has changed. Join us Tuesday, May 13th, at 2:10 p.m. for our Spring Pep Rally recognizing Special Olympics, Track, Golf, Fishing, Soccer, Softball, and Archery! All parents and family are welcome & can enter through the BMS gym doors. Parents & family seating is reserved in the center of the bleachers on either side of the gym. 💜💛
Costa Rica 2026 - Are you coming with us? Jungle hikes. Waterfalls. Volcanoes. Wildlife. Benton Middle School is hosting a trip of a lifetime with EF Tours in June 2026—and YOU’RE invited. Whether you're a future world traveler, adventure seeker, or just want to see the world beyond Louisiana, this is your sign to GO. Students AND parents alike are welcome!! Please RSVP HERE! - rsvp.eftours.com/84k6swg Interest/Sign up meeting on May 1 at 5:30p.m. in the BMS Cafeteria! We hope to see you there! Just Announced! Families who RSVP for our Costa Rica 2026 info meeting can now get an extra $100 off - that's a $300 total tour scholarship, plus Risk-Free Enrollment if you join the trip! Point of Contact - Brooklyn Henderson or Taylor Pullig #CostaRica2026 #TravelWithEF #StudentTravel
BMS Academic Assemblies are Thursday, May 15 - 7th Grade & Friday, May 16 - 8th Grade at 8:00 a.m. in the Benton Middle School gym. Recognition for all A's & B's all year, various clubs and organizations, and PBIS drawings! Parents & Families are welcome to attend and can enter through the BMS gym doors. Seating for all guests will be on the gym floor. 💜💛
FREE DRESS FRI-YAY!!! April 25th Link will close April 24th @ Noon **Be sure to pay before deadline*** Attire must be school appropriate. All proceeds go towards School Technology. The link: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/39309
Tigers! Any 7th or 8th grade student enrolled in band or choir can join Colorguard in the 2025-2026 school year. There will be a parent meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the BMS Band Room. Questions: amber.allen@bossierschools.org 💜🎌💛
BMS Football tryouts: 7th going into 8th May 12, 13, 14.
6th going into 7th May 15 & 16.
2:40 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Benton Middle School Practice Field. Contact Coach Stowell @ jared.stowell@bossierschools.org with any questions or concerns. *cleats aren't mandatory, but recommended*
Tigers! Benton High School Cross Country is have a parent/athlete meeting on Monday, April 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the BHS Library. Any current 8th grader interested in running cross country next year must attend this meeting. The athlete must attend with their parent. Questions: bryson.matthews@bossierschools.org 💜💛
FREE DRESS FRI-YAY!!! April 25th Link will close April 24th @ Noon **Be sure to pay before deadline*** Attire must be school appropriate. All proceeds go towards School Technology. The link: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/39309
Tigers! Any 7th or 8th grade student enrolled in band or choir can join Colorguard in the 2025-2026 school year. There will be a parent meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the BMS Band Room. Questions: amber.allen@bossierschools.org 💜🎌💛
🎶 Benton Band Night: Spring Concert! 🎶 Join us for a fantastic evening of music featuring performances by the Benton Intermediate, Benton Middle, and Benton High School Bands!
📅 Tuesday, April 29
🕡 Concert starts at 6:30 PM
📍Benton High School Gym
🎺 Come early and support the Benton Colorguard with a delicious Jambalaya Fundraiser starting at 5:00 PM! Proceeds go toward their summer camp. 🍲💜
Tigers! Last day to record your books read this school year is 4/30/25! #TigersRead 💜💛
Congratulations, Eva! SHE DID IT! Eva broke the record for most words read in a school year at Benton Middle School with 7 million!📕📗📘📙📕📗📘 Eva, we are so proud of you!! 💜💛 #TigersRead #MillionWordChallenge
