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J.E. Benson is a fantastic elementary school in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Benson students are always involved in exciting events and activities and it's no secret that Benson Bobcats have the strongest school spirit in town.


Principal: Fran Pohanka

Interim Principal: Patti Oshar

Vice Principal: Anne Muzzin




Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Benson Holiday Concert

The Benson Bobcats showed their holiday spirit today as we joined together in the gym to celebrate the season. Special thanks to Mr. Williamson for his hard work with the music students and in organizing this concert. Happy holidays Bobcats!

Senior Centre Choir 12/15/09 at OneTrueMedia.com

The Grade 3, 4 and 4/5 classes visited the Centre for Seniors Windsor to sing some holiday carols. The boys and girls sang several songs, accompanied by the intermediate drumming team. Following the choir, students were treated to cookies and candy canes. What a wonderful way to shine in our community!

Friday, December 11, 2009

Door Decorating 12/11/09 at OneTrueMedia.com

The Benson students put their artistic skills to work designing and creating holiday themed doors. Enjoy the short video below displaying the holiday creations.

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Spelling Bee

Splendid Spelling Today in the Benson Gym!
Congratulations to the students pictured below who represented the Gr. 4-8 classes at the annual Benson School Spelling Bee today.

Special thanks to Mrs. Hillman, Miss MacMillan and Mrs. Laberi for judging the competition which was organized by Mrs. Vidamour.
The competition at the spelling bee was fierce!! Ultimately Raymond (6M) spelled his way to victory by correctly spelling the word, 'momentum'. Alvin (5J) ran a close second, but was tripped up by the word 'harness'. Raymond will be representing Benson this spring at the Regional Spelling Bee. Good luck Raymond!

Friday, December 4, 2009

Benson Cares Anti-Bullying Poster Contest





Many Benson students participated in the Benson Cares, Stop Bullying Poster Contest. Students from grades 1 to 8 were invited to create a poster that sent a powerful message about bullying. Many teachers took this poster contest as an opportunity to discuss the impact bullying can have on someone and how bystanders can prevent and stop bullying.
Special thanks to the students on the Safe School Committee who encouraged other students to get involved in this contest, and who continue to promote good character within our school.
The winners of this years Benson Cares, Stop Bullying Poster Contest:
(Grade 5 to 8 category) (Grade 1-4 category)
1st. Writtick D. 1st. Matayah C.
2nd. Nancy T. 2nd. Laila B.
3rd. Bashar A. 3rd. Sierra M.
A big thank-you is extended to everyone who
participated!
We Care, We Can Food Drive - HUGE Success

Benson students once again displayed great character by supporting the "We
Care, We Can" food drive. Students enthusiastically participated by
encouraging one another to bring in cans and were very excited about the
thought of helping others and making a difference in their community. Mrs. Hillis' class donted the most cans with a total of 160 cans. Way to go grade 2!

Great job Bobcats for showing what caring looks like in action!