Monday, October 12th
- Board of Education meeting, 6pm
- Parent Teacher Conferences - High School
Tuesday, October 13th
- Parent Teacher Conferences - Elementary and Middle School
Wednesday, October 14th
- Parent Teacher Conferences - Elementary, Middle School, and High School
Thursday, October 15th
- No School, Staff Inservice
Friday, October 16th
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The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on October 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the District Office. All meetings are open to the public. Regular meetings are streamed live through YouTube and viewable on the District website. Special meetings, where there are action items on the agenda, will also be streamed live. Agendas for Board of Education meetings are posted on the district website the Friday before each meeting. Click here to view agendas and minutes.
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Bennington Public Schools would like to recognize staff members throughout the year. Do you know a staff member that shines their light? Are they going above and beyond? Have they done something to help someone make their day better? Nominate them using the short form linked below.
Check out the list of staff members that have been recognized!
Congratulations to the staff members below that have been recognized by a colleague since the last week.
Amy Abriz, Olivia Anderson, Sharla Barada, Lacy Best, Kennedy Bradburn, Jennifer Callahan, Ben Deines, Jadie DeLange, Ryan Evans, Matt Gouldsmith, Shay Hanson, Scott Heese, Holly Kush, Corri Lehman, Abby Maroney, Jennifer Meyer, Elizabeth Peterson, Callan Phillips, Laura Plank, Renee Rucker, Kayla Stappert, Marha Steffens, Trent Stryker, and Jay Thayer
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The combined elementary choir clubs will be singing the National Anthem at a Lancer’s hockey game! This serves as a choir fundraiser and is also just a fun night to watch your favorite Badger Singers and watch a game! A portion of the ticket prices will be given back to our elementary choirs!
Please use the following links to purchase tickets for this event. Tickets are just $15 + fees. For every ticket purchased, the Omaha Lancers will donate $5 per ticket purchased with the below links goes back to The Badger Singers!
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Bennington Public Schools wants to hear from you! We encourage all parents to complete the Parent Climate and Culture Survey.
Your feedback helps us celebrate what's going well and identify opportunities for improvement at both the school and district levels. All survey responses are confidential, and your honest feedback is appreciated!
Please complete the survey by Friday, October 30, 2026. Thank you for helping us continue to make Bennington Public Schools a great place for students to learn and grow!
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The game will kick off at 7pm. Gates will not open until 6pm. We kindly ask that if you are not a Booster Club worker or other Event Personnel that you remain outside the stadium until 6pm. Seatbacks, blankets, and other items used to mark spots in the stands may be relocated by administration if they are placed in the stands prior to the opening of gates. |
Following the game on Friday, Bennington’s Homecoming Court will be announced and royalty will be crowned on the field.
Congratulations to the students voted onto Homecoming Court!
Mazlyn Cornett, Lola Coyle, Kylee McCrillis, Katherine Sukraw, Ty Bouaphakeo, Kyler Bryant, William Gutz, and Prise Yates
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Students who wish to watch the show from the field will be permitted to enter the field area at the conclusion of both the Homecoming court announcements and pictures of the court thereafter. All those on the field should plan to sit behind the 25 yard line. The show will occur to the North of the softball complex. |
Due Date: Friday December 11, 2026
Requirements:
- Jpeg image (no screenshots!)
- Head & Shoulders pose
- Follow school dress code
- 2"x 3" or 300 dpi
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Cost: $65.00
Senior Tributes may also be purchased at
- 1⁄2 page: $55.00
- 1⁄4 page: $30.00
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Friday, October 9th
- 7pm - Varsity vs. Omaha Bryan at BHS
- Homecoming
Tuesday, October 13th
- 6:30pm - JV at Omaha Skutt Catholic HS
Thursday, October 15th
- 6:30pm - Freshman vs. Blair at BHS
Friday, October 16th
- 7pm Varsity vs. Standing Bear HS at LPS Northwest Athletic Complex
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Saturday, October 10th
- 9am - Varsity EMC Championship Tournament at BHS
Tuesday, October 13th
- 5:30pm - Reserve 1 at Norris HS
- 5:30pm - JV vs. Norris at Norris MS
- 6:30pm - Varsity vs. Norris at Norris MS
- 6:30pm - Freshman vs. Norris at Norris HS
Thursday, October 15th
- 4:30pm - Reserve 1 at Gretna East HS
- 4:30pm - Reserve 2 at Gretna East HS
- 5:30pm - JV at Gretna East HS
- 6:30pm - Varsity at Gretna East HS
Saturday, October 17th
- 8am - Varsity at Lewis Central HS
- 9am - JV Tournament at Papillion La Vista HS
- 10am - Reserve 1 vs. Blair HS at Blair HS
- 11am - Reserve 1 vs. Omaha Mercy at Blair HS
- 12pm - Reserve 1 vs. Elkhorn HS at Blair HS
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Wednesday, October 14th
District Meet at Pioneers Park
- 1:30pm - Varsity Girls
- 3pm - Varsity Boys
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Monday, October 12th & Tuesday, October 13th
- 9am - Varsity State Championships at Riverside Golf Club
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Friday, October 9th
- 4pm - Varsity at Elkhorn HS
- 4pm - JV vs. Elkhorn HS at BHS
Wednesday, October 14th - Friday, October 16th
- 9am - Varsity State Tournament at University of Nebraska - Lincoln
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Saturday, October 17th
- 1:45pm - Lincoln Public Schools Marching Invitational at Seacrest Field
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You’re invited to our Q4 Giving Event!
One hour. $100 Each. One big impact.
6:00pm on Thursday, October 15th
Hay Jay Cafe
Three local nonprofits will share their mission. Together, we’ll vote on where our collective donation goes.
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My Guy & I Enchanted Ball
November 7, 2026
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Bennington Elementary Gym
Girls of all ages - bring your dad, grandpa, ungle, big brother, or any male role model who's made a difference in your life. This night is all about celebrating those special bonds!
Registration
$7 online or $10 at the door per person
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Register for the Bennington Basketball Association's K-4 Development Program. This program focuses on teaching and developing the basic fundamentals of basketball through skill work, practice and games.
Registration Closes October 16th
Who: Boys & Girls grades Kindergarten thru 4th
Dates:
- November 7, 14, 21 - Skills Clinics
- December 5, 12, 19 - Team Practice & Exhibition Games
- January 16, 23, 30 & February 6, 13, 20 - Games
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Know a creative kid in 1st–8th grade who’s ready to rhyme and design?
They can enter the PVA Poster + Poem contest because now’s their opportunity to shine!
With the #PowerOfPVA as our theme and a due date of October 23, young artists have plenty of time.
Enter Paralyzed Veterans of America Great Plains Chapter’s Veterans Day contest for a chance at a prize—and to learn more about Veterans and people with disabilities in a way that opens their eyes: www.greatplainspva.org.
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Join the BHS Dance Team for a Topgolf Tournament as they raise money for UDA Nationals! Come golf, eat, have fun, and support the team.
Saturday, December 5
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Topgolf Omaha, 908 N. 102nd St.
Tickets:
$60 per player
$300 per team of 6
$30 spectator
Help send the Bennington High School Dance Team to UDA Nationals! 💙
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The BBA K-4th Grade Badger Developmental League is a recreational-based program designed to introduce the game of basketball for participants. The program focuses on teaching and developing basic fundamental skills, learning and understanding team concepts all while having fun learning the values of being part of a team and displaying good sportsmanship. Heavy focus on individual and team skill development in November and December 2026 with games being played in January & February 2027.
Who: Kindergarten thru 4th grade boys & girls
Dates: November 2026 thru February 2027
Cost: $350 for each player (includes a ball, bag and jersey top) **Discounts available is using gear from previous year
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Have young Omaha Supernovas fans at home?
The Rising Star Kids Club is back for children 12 and under! Membership includes an official club t-shirt, ticket vouchers to Kids Club matches, an invitation to an exclusive Kids Club Party with the players, and more—making it a memorable experience for the whole family.
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Bennington Clubs:
- BSMS Thursdays at 7am in the BSMS aux gym starting Sept 3rd.
- BMS Fridays at 7am in the BMS aux gym starting Sept 4th.
- BHS Mondays at 7pm in the BHS auditorium commons starting Sept 14th.
Contact Gina Lindsey for Questions
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BENSC is hosting our yearly Goalie Academy for all 9U - 19U players interested in improving their goalie skills in the off season.
There will be 4 training sessions held at Anchor Pointe Gym.
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BENSC's Winter Academy is open to all 7U - 13U players looking to improve their technical skills in the off season.
The camp will include 4 training sessions held at Bennington Elementary.
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The Community Resources page on the BPS website shares information about local programs available to help families with food sustainability and other essential needs. From food pantries and meal assistance to community outreach efforts, these resources are here to help families have access to what they need. |
As the new school year begins, the School Year Food Bag Program will continue providing weekend food support for BPS students and families in need. Bag pickup is at St. John’s, with pickup available Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon. Families interested in participating can complete the registration form here.
The Food Bag Program is supported through a partnership between the Bennington Public Schools Foundation, Bennington Community Food Pantry, and Bennington Women’s Club.
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Hope 402 provides approximately three days of groceries to families who need additional food assistance. There are no income guidelines or the requirement to provide proof of hardship.
Current walk-in pantry hours are:
Tuesday: 4:00–6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30–11:30 AM
Pantry location:
For families who cannot visit the pantry, scheduled delivery is also available. Bennington deliveries are made Tuesday evenings following pantry hours.
Families may call or text Hope 402 at 402-505-1995. When requesting assistance, please include:
- Address
- Household size
- Ages of any children
- Food allergies or dietary restrictions
- Whether pickup or delivery is needed
Food assistance and scheduling are based on available pantry supplies and delivery capacity.
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Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Bennington Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Students: Mr. Dan Bombeck, Director of Student Services, 11620 North 156th Street, P.O. Box 309, Bennington, NE 68007 (402) 238-3044 ( dbombeck@bennps.org). Employees and Others: Dr. Matt Blomenkamp, Assistant Superintendent 11620 North 156th Street, P.O. Box 309, Bennington, NE 68007 (402) 238-3044 ( mblomenkamp@bennps.org). Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the Office for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education (OCR), please contact the OCR at 601 East 12th Street, Room 353, Kansas City, MO 64106, (800) 368-1019 (voice), Fax (816) 426-3686, (800) 537-7697 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.
Title IX
The Bennington Public School District is committed to offering employment and educational opportunity to its employees and students in a climate free of discrimination. Accordingly, unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation of any kind by District employees, including, co-workers, non-employees (such as volunteers), third parties and others is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.
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