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!
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
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!
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!
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!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
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!
Monday, November 16, 2009
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
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
Sunday, October 11, 2009
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.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Literacy Day at Benson
Benson families celebrated Literacy Day today. In the morning, parents visited classrooms to engage in literacy activities with their children. Hundreds of new library books were displayed in the school library. The new Ontario Early Years Centre made a great debut this morning. This afternoon students participated in a school wide Read A Thon. Guest readers visited the classrooms and students were invited to the library to borrow some of the exciting new resources.
Way to read Benson!
Staff and students enjoying the new library books purchased with the Ministry Library Resource Initiative grant.
Way to read Benson!
Staff and students enjoying the new library books purchased with the Ministry Library Resource Initiative grant.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
We Love Literacy!
Thursday, May 7 - All Families Welcome!
AM - Family Literacy Morning
Classroom Open House - 9:15 - 10:45 AM
You are invited to work together with your child and teachers in a variety of literacy and numeracy activities. Learn tips to help your child learn! Visit the library where hundreds of new books and other resources will be on display.
Ontario Early Years Open House - 9:15 - 10:45 AM
Take a tour of the future site of our Ontario Early Years Centre. Food and child care will be provided.
Q & A Session - School Social Services Team - 11:00 - 11:50 AM
Parents, come and learn about accessing basic needs support at 221WindsorEssex.ca
PM - Read A Thon
Students will participate in a school wide read a thon in the afternoon. Remember to collect those pledges and return your pledge forms by Monday, May 11. All proceeds from the readathon go directly to the classroom.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Fairy Tale Day
Once Upon A Time.....Miss Moffat and Mrs. Gelinas celebrated with their classes at a Fairy Tale Celebration. Students dressed as fairy tale characters, performed a very elegant waltz and shared a potluck lunch! ...and they lived happily ever after!
BubbleShare: Share photos - Play some Online Games.
BubbleShare: Share photos - Play some Online Games.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Bobcat Blab #1
The Grade 7 media class has been working with Mr. Kennedy to create a bi-weekly podcast reflecting their own interest. The first Bobcat Blab podcast was created by Izaya, Yehya, Jessica, Dania, Writtick and Don and feature a poetry corner, riddles and "did you know?". Listen up!
Friday, January 23, 2009
School Spelling Bee
Ready, Set, Spell!
Congratulations to the students pictured below who represented their classes at the annual Benson School Spelling Bee this month.
Special thanks to Mrs. Hillman, Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Champagne for judging the competition which was organized by Mrs. Laberi.
The competition at the spelling bee was fierce!! Ultimately Nhi (8C) spelled her way to victory by correctly spelling the word, 'elite'. Katilyn (7/8K) ran a close second, but was tripped up by the word 'stoic'. Nhi will be representing our school March 1 at the Regional Spelling Bee held at St. Thomas of Villanova Festival Theatre. Good luck Nhi!
Congratulations to the students pictured below who represented their classes at the annual Benson School Spelling Bee this month.
Special thanks to Mrs. Hillman, Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Champagne for judging the competition which was organized by Mrs. Laberi.
The competition at the spelling bee was fierce!! Ultimately Nhi (8C) spelled her way to victory by correctly spelling the word, 'elite'. Katilyn (7/8K) ran a close second, but was tripped up by the word 'stoic'. Nhi will be representing our school March 1 at the Regional Spelling Bee held at St. Thomas of Villanova Festival Theatre. Good luck Nhi!
Monday, January 12, 2009
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