The first term for the 2011-12 school year concluded on Wednesday of this week. Congratulations to all of our students representing Benton in a variety of school activities. The Bobcat Marching Band received their 5th consecutive Division I rating at state contest. Also congratulations to Alicia Gage, Emily Lange, Keith White, and Tommy Zittergruen on being selected to the All-State Chorus. Coach Thomae and the Lady Bobcat cross country team competed at the State Meet in Fort Dodge today and finished 14th. Best wishes to all winter activites as practices begin.