There is a Special Board of Education meeting on Monday, August 25th at 5:00 p.m. at the District Office. This meeting is for the Board to vote on end of year bills. This meeting is open to the public and will be streamed live through the District YouTube channel.
Board of Education Retreat
There is a Board of Education retreat on Monday, August 25th at 5:15 p.m. at the District Office. This meeting is for the Board to discuss the District strategic plan.
Next Regular Board of Education Meeting
The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on September 8, 2025, 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.
School Volunteer Procedures
Bennington Public Schools wants to welcome volunteers in a caring and appropriate manner. We want individuals to feel comfortable volunteering while maintaining a safe environment for our students. Click here to view these procedures and guidelines to assist in creating and maintaining safe working environments for all.
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 newsletter.
Lucas Apfelbeck, Sharla Barada, Miranda Benge, Hallie Biehler, Kayla Bilau, Samuel Brauer, Matt Derry, Amy Diegel, Rachel Emary, Vanessa Giesselmann, Meghan Green, Kim Hanusek, Stacy Hawn, Erin Holt, Emily Kiger, Megan Kruse, Dylan Mahoney, Jodi McCoy, Bart Miller, Adrianna Newton, Kris Obermeyer, Renee Rucker, Kelly Sund, Heather Tovey, Ashley Vacura, Dean Wood, and Kristine Wood.
Please see the information below in regard to a program Bennington Public Schools provides to all students, staff and community members. We will be in communication with students in Bennington, making them aware of what Safe2Help is and how they go about using it if needed.
Safe2Help Website, App and Hotline 833-980-SAFE (7233), is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Struggling with depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse, bullying or anything else – reach out day/night and speak to a trained crisis counselor.
Parents/Caregivers, Staff and Community Members can also use the Safe2Help hotline to report unsafe behavior. Safe2Help is a partnership with Boys Town National Hotline. For more information, including how to reach a counselor through email, chat or text, go to www.Safe2HelpNE.org
We all want school to be a safe place. You play an important role in this effort.
You can make a positive difference by reporting concerns about dangerous or troubling behavior. For emergency situations, immediately call for help.
Families have the option to purchase accident insurance for their student(s) through Student Assurance Services Inc. This is an optional program and is not required of students or athletes.
What is Student Accident Insurance?
Coverage that provides financial assistance with your out-of-pocket medical expenses when your student sustains an accidental bodily injury.
Why consider Student Accident Insurance for your student?
High Deductible/Copayments to your Family's primary health insurance.
No health insurance for your student.
Your student participates in an interscholastic sport where an unexpected injury is more likely to occur.
Your student is prone to injuries.
What coverage options are available?
School time coverage
Interscholastic sports coverage
24-Hour/Full-Time coverage
Football coverage (Grades 9-12)
Extended dental coverage
How often is the insurance premium paid?
Insurance premiums are paid once a school year
How can I enroll my student and review medical benefits?
Locate "K-12 Students & Parents" on the homepage. Here, you will be able to look at coverage options, search for your student's district, and enroll online.
Questions?
Call Student Assurance Services at 800-328-2739
BPS Foundation Information
Community Youth Actvities
Bennington Community Theatre
We are excited to offer an opportunity for students who will be in grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th in the fall of 2025. We are offering a workshop as part of our "Acting Up" series titled "Tools of an Actor!"
Registration is officially open to the public and SPOTS ARE LIMITED and will be taken on a first come first serve basis!
The Bennington Community Theatre is driven towards creating and implementing cultural and educational activities for the public benefit by providing theatrical arts opportunities for community participation.
World O! Water
Join us at Chalco Hills Recreation Area on Saturday, September 6th from 12-4pm for World O! Water!
World O! Water is a FREE educational event with interactive activities. Enjoy hands-on water conservation experiences, explore recreational activities, and celebrate our community's valuable resource!
*Bring a reusable water bottle to fill at the water truck!
Chalco Hills Recreation Area
8901 S. 154th Street, Omaha, NE
For more details and inclement weather updates, check the website at worldowater.org.
Join Cub Scouts!
Cub Scout Pack 13 is for Boys & Girls in Grades K-5
The Pack is made up of 6 Dens (1 for each grade)
There is usually 1 Pack activity (on Saturday afternoons) and 2 Den activities per month.
Cost: Pay $150 in dues, plus sell a minimum of $300 in popcorn for 1st-5th graders.
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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