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

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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!

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!

We Can, We Care Can Drive

During the month of November Benson staff and students participated in our Board-wide "WE CARE, WE CAN" food drive. Thank you to Mr.Cutting and the Safe School Committee for organizing this events. Way to go Bobcats!

Accommodation Meeting

November 10, 2009
Dear Benson and Taylor School Parents and Guardians:

You have previously received a letter inviting you to a meeting to discuss proposals regarding accommodation issues at both Benson and Taylor Schools. Due to unforeseen circumstances, it has become necessary to adjust the meeting dates and times.

Please note that we will now meet with both the Benson and Taylor communities at Taylor School on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5 p.m. in the gymnasium.

The previously scheduled meeting for November 26 is cancelled.

At this meeting we will review the recommendations from June 2009, provide a status update about the viability of options available at this time.

We look forward to seeing you on November 17, 2009 and apologize for any inconvenience.
Sincerely,

Superintendent of Education
Warren Kennedy, Director of Education

New Slogan for Benson School!

Congratulations to Mackenzie in 6M!! She designed and created the artwork for the winning slogan poster in our recent poster contest. "Benson Bobcats Stand Above the Rest!"

It was a very difficult decision for the Benson staff to choose a winner. Take a look at some of the other awesome slogans and posters created by 5/6V and 6M.