A note from Superintendent Don Potter:All,One of our many goals in the battle versus COVID-19 is to provide school and extracurricular activities for our students in a safe manner. In cooperation with several partners, we have developed guidelines to mitigate the risks of contracting and/or spreading COVID-19 while at school and events which are attached to this... READ MORE >
Dillon’s Plus Card Community Rewards CBE PTO can also benefit from every purchase made using a Dillon’s Plus Card. Just register your card online and set up an account. Every purchase you make at Dillon’s, CBE PTO earns money. It’s that easy! To register your Dillon’s Plus Card, you must have these things: · A Dillon’s Plus Card · A valid email... READ MORE >
Amazon Smile CBE PTO can earn money on Amazon purchases! When purchasing from Amazon, start with www.smile.amazon.com. Log in to your account as you normally would. When prompted, search for the organization, “Benton Parent Teacher Organization.” Continue with your purchase and CBE PTO will receive a percentage of every eligible purchase. Amazon Prime purchases... READ MORE >
BoxTops for Education The Box Tops for Education program is changing the way we can earn cash for our school! Over the summer, participating brands changed their packaging from the traditional Box Tops clip to the new Box Tops label. Now, instead of clipping from packages and checking expiration dates, all Box Tops are earned digitally by scanning your receipt.... READ MORE >
Mom's Pantry is open and feeding the hungry!Mom's Pantry is accessible once a month at Towanda Primary School.Dates: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.September 26, October 31, November 21, December 19, January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24, May 29Questions? Call 316-323-3889, Email LINDIANN03@YAHOO.COM, or Text 316-323-3889. READ MORE >
Interested in Cub Scouts? A virtual sign up meeting is scheduled for 9/15/20. Contact Rachelle Roosevelt, Cubmaster, for more information at 316-217-1456 or by email at rachelle.roosevelt@outlook.com.An in-person informational meeting is scheduled for 9/29/20 at Towanda UMC. Social distancing will be observed. READ MORE >
Circle USD 375 is looking to fill the following positions: Classified Openings: 6hr Food Service Assistant a Circle Benton Elementary8hr Custodian 3:00pm-11:30pm at Circle High School-3 positions available8hr Custodian 3:00pm-11:30pm at Circle Greenwich Elementary4hr Custodian at CIrcle Towanda Elementary-Primary3.25hr Aide at Circle High School5.5hr Aide at... READ MORE >
Online enrollment is open now.Enrollment letters for new and existing students went out today via email. Existing Students: Log in to your PowerSchool parent portal account and complete the online enrollment option in the left column for each student.https://circle375.powerschool.com/public/home.htmlNew Students: Please see your enrollment letter for... READ MORE >
Students and Parents, I want to thank you for your patience, your feedback, and your support of our school district as we navigate this process. I know there are many questions that everyone has about enrollment, school start date, and many other aspects of our returning back to school. We will do our very best to communicate with you as soon as answers become... READ MORE >
An email from cms-enroll@usd375.org was sent to all incoming 7th grade parent/guardians on selecting elective classes for the 2020-21 school year. Please respond to the email if you have any changes or questions. READ MORE >
Lunches will continue to be served from 11:00 to 1:00 Monday – Friday at the Middle School, Towanda Primary, Oil Hill Elementary, and Greenwich Elementary. If you have not already been picking up lunch, the kids will need to be with you at least the first time. The lunches are free to children ages 1 –18. (A breakfast will also be given for the next day at the same... READ MORE >
Mr. Leis has created a Facebook page to forward information directly from his office. It will include pictures and activities from the teachers as well. Students who are not to be included in online publications as signed by parents at enrollment will be excluded. Please feel free to send me pictures of your child during their continuous learning to be included on... READ MORE >
We are needing the names of students who would like to be considered for our pre-kindergarten next year. Please call the office at 316-778-1151 or email lbruce@usd375.org. READ MORE >
The CBE office hours will vary from day to day. We are asking you to call with questions whenever possible. Mr. Leis will forward calls to his phone when the office is closed to answer questions about online learning. School Phone Number (316) 778-1151. READ MORE >
What is a Continuous Learning Plan (CLP)? The CLP is something new to everybody. The Circle School District will be working on a plan during the week of March 23rd to provide students “continuous learning” regardless of the current situation. This is not strictly an online learning program. It can be packets of work, computer work, videos, projects, etc. We will... READ MORE >
Below is a link to a survey that will provide us with needed information for our continued planning. Please complete the survey ASAP. https://forms.gle/J7ZF6EPaKNhsU9bt7 Thank you. READ MORE >
MESSAGE TO FAMILIES Today, March 17, 2020 Governor Laura Kelly announced all school facilities will be closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. This will place tremendous hardship on our families and staff, and impact the social and emotional well-being of our students. We have been working on several plans which include how we can meet the... READ MORE >
Below is the current schedule for state assessments this spring. Please try to schedule any appointments around these times if at all possible. Adequate rest and a good breakfast is also encouraged. 3rd Grade 3/31 - ELA 10:20 am - 12:00 pm4/1 - ELA 10:20 am - 12:00 pm4/21 - Math 10:20 am - 12:00 pm4/22 - Math 10:20 am - 12:00 pm 4th Grade 3/25 - ELA 9 am -... READ MORE >
Camp Invention is scheduled for July 6-10, 2020. Take advantage of some discounts by signing up early! READ MORE >
Circle USD 375 is looking to fill the following positions:Classified Openings: Operations Position (position is both maintenance and grounds duties) 8 hours/day and 12-month position4hr Food Service Assistant at Circle Oil Hill Elementary6hr Food Service Assistant a Circle Benton Elementary8hr Custodian 3:00pm-11:30pm at Circle High School-3 positions available8hr... READ MORE >
Here is a guide to the Stomach Flu vs. The Flu. READ MORE >
Our fifth and sixth grade students have been filming the Benton Broadcast. This is a current events newscast about happenings at CBE. The broadcast has been linked on the districtwebsite. https://sites.google.com/usd375.org/bentonbroadcast/thebentonbroadcast.#thrivein375 READ MORE >
Cold and Flu season is here! As a general reminder: Students and staff confirmed to have influenza (flu) are required to stay home for 5 days following the first onset of symptoms, or until fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing agents, whichever is longer, per Kansas regulation. According to the CDC, persons with influenza are considered... READ MORE >
Just a reminder, please check with your child’s teacher before taking photographs and/or videos of our students during school. We have several students whose parents have requested their child not be included in any pictures, Facebook, websites, etc. READ MORE >
Please use these instructions to help you fill out the application for free or reduced price school meals. You only need to submit one application per household, even if your children attend more than one school in Circle USD 375. The application must be filled out completely to certify your children for free or reduced price school meals. Interested applicants can... READ MORE >
Did you know that PowerSchool has an app? Visit the App Store to download this free tool. Built for convenient access to real-time student information like grades, assignments, lunch balance, and attendance. Once it is downloaded, simply search for Circle school district and log in. If you need help logging in to PowerSchool, please call the office. #Thrivein375 READ MORE >
Flyers have been sent home for Good News Club. The permission slip on the bottom of the flyer needs to be filled out and returned to the school if your child is interested in attending. READ MORE >
Circle Rec Baseball / Softball / T-Ball Registration is now open! Go to www.circlerec.org to register online. Printable forms are available on the website.T-Ball registrations are due Friday, March 27. Baseball / Softball registrations are due March 1. READ MORE >
Box Tops are switching from being clipped to being scanned on your receipt. There is a Box Top app that you now need in order to get credit for Box Tops. Follow these instructions: Download the Box Tops app. Designate CBE as your school. Scan your receipts. It’s that simple. Anything that you purchased that has a Box Top will automatically add money to... READ MORE >
We are rolling out a new transportation service to help ensure the safety of your students while riding USD#375 buses. By students scanning a small fob, Transportant will allow us to roster at all times the students, as they get on/off the bus. The bus location and video feed will also be available in real time to help transportation personnel ensure safe travels.... READ MORE >
Order forms for CHS Homecoming T-shirts have been sent home. The shirts are a 50/50 white T-shirt with black and royal blue font. Cost is $8 per shirt sized youth small to adult large, and $10 for shirts sized Adult XXL and XXXL. Order forms and payment are due Friday, January 31st. All sales are final. Please make checks payable to CHS. If you prefer, you can... READ MORE >
Wear your pajamas to Family Night on Tuesday, January 28 from 4:30 - 7:30 pm. The whole family can enjoy decorating and eating doughnuts with Dapper Doughnuts. In addition, dinner of biscuits and sausage gravy will be served for $5 per person. PTO needs volunteers to help make this event a success. Please take a look at the sign up sheet at the link below and... READ MORE >
December Meeting Notes The December Meeting Notes are on the website: www.cbepto.org/meetings.html. Our next meeting will be Monday, January 6 at 6:30 pm in the library. Everyone is invited to attend and child care is provided.A big THANK YOU goes out to all that volunteered to bring items for Merry Mondays and to read to our classrooms! All of the things we do... READ MORE >
Right At School will provide working parents an option for child care at CBE for several days over break. More information can be found at the following link: https://rightatschool-bentonelementary.jumbula.com/#/2019-20-specialtyprograms READ MORE >
CBE Student Council is once again sponsoring a food drive to benefit local families. We will collect any and all donations but below are some suggestions to help us collect a nice variety. Thanks in advance for your help in making this year successful! Tuesday, Dec. 3rd: Vegetable and Soup Day (any and all canned vegetables and canned soups!) Wednesday, Dec.... READ MORE >
Monart School of Art is offering Fantastic Beasts themed drawing classes at Circle Benton. Projects include making a Fwooper, Kelpie, Niffler, Occamy, Bowtruckle, Thunderbird, Demiguise and more! Students will use their imaginations to draw these unique fantasy animals and enjoy lots of fun water media. Geared toward Grades 1-6. Classes meet Tuesdays in the art... READ MORE >
If your child missed picture retake day, or you had retakes but do not like the way the pictures turned out, Lifetouch is giving you the opportunity to try again. They will be taking pictures at their main office on November 25, 26 and 27 between the hours of 8:30 and 4:30 each day. If you are wanting o replace your current packet, make sure you bring it with you.... READ MORE >
CBE will be presenting our annual Veteran’s Day Program on November 11, at 8:30. Please feel free to invite Veteran’s you know to our program. READ MORE >
Circle Rec Basketball Registration is now open for K-6 students. Online registration is available until Friday, November 1.Online Basketball RegistrationPaper forms can be found at the links below and will need to be returned to school by October 31 due to no school on Friday, November 1. Basketball Registration Form Grades 1-6Basketball Registration Form for... READ MORE >
Flyers are going home inviting CBE students to trick or treat at a couple different events. The information is as follows: 1. Trick or Treat Downtown El Dorado Main Street on Thursday, October 31 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Located on Main St, 100 Block of West Central Ave. & at the YMCA. Candy, food, games, photo booth, music and costume parade. Admission is free. All... READ MORE >
Picture Re-Take Day is on Tuesday, October 29. If you are having retakes done to replace your original pictures, please return the complete packet of photos with your child by retake day. These packets will be turned back into the photographer at the designated re-take time.Order forms will be sent home with all of the students who were absent on the original... READ MORE >
CBE PTO has scheduled a fundraiser with Chipotle (3015 N. Rock Rd. in Wichita) on Tuesday, October 8 from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. You must show the cashier the flyer (hard copy or on your phone), or mention you are with Circle Benton Elementary, before you pay in order for CBE PTO to get credit for the sale. If the minimum sales requirement is met, CBE will receive 33%... READ MORE >
Community National Bank & Trust is hosting a tailgate party at Circle High School with hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, cookies and drinks starting at 6:00 pm. Free will donations can be made to support the Circle Middle School and High School Booster Club. The football game kicks off at 7:00 pm. READ MORE >
Peter Lerangis, Author, will be at Circle Benton Elementary on October 3, 2019. The book order forms have been sent home with 3rd-6th grades and are due back to the teacher on Tuesday, September 24. To order online, visit https://www.watermarkbooks.com. READ MORE >
The Bureau of Oral Health has implemented a statewide oral screening program to satisfy The Kansas State Statute of Dental Inspection, K.S.A. 72-5201. Dental screening services within Circle USD 375 schools are provided annually by The GraceMed Dental Outreach Team. Dental screenings consist of a very brief visual inspection of your child’s oral cavity with a... READ MORE >
Students in 2nd - 6th grade will begin a fishing unit soon. They will be taking a bus to the lake in Prairie Village Addition to learn to fish. The fishing equipment was purchased by PTO. Please make sure to sign and return the permission slip to Mr. Ediger as soon as possible. READ MORE >
Sixth grade will be traveling to the Kansas Health Museum in Halstead on Wednesday, September 25, 2019. Students will participate in a discussion of mental, social, and physical maturity. This lesson enables students to acquire a better understanding of the reproductive system including development from fertilization to birth. The students will see a film and have... READ MORE >
A field trip has been scheduled for the fifth grade to travel to the Kansas Health Museum in Halstead. Students will participate in a discussion about puberty. After a physiology and anatomy lesson of the reproductive system, students will be involved in a gender specific discussion about the body changes of adolescence. This class is divided boys/girls. The... READ MORE >
Interested in learning more about Scouting? If your student is in Kindergarten - 4th grade, your family is invited to join Troop 219 at their Kick Off Picnic on Monday, September 16 at 6:00 p.m. There will be food, fun and information for prospective Scouts and their families. If you have questions, please contact Amy May at 323-0396. READ MORE >
Join us for an evening of food, drinks and live entertainment at Stearman Field Bar & Grill, 14789 SW 30th St. in Benton, from 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm! Light appetizers will be provided, other food and drink available for purchase. We will have a 50/50 raffle and door prizes. We hope to see you there! READ MORE >
The CBE PTO has set a goal to raise $7000 to fund their programs this year. Order forms and money will need to be turned in on Thursday, September 12. The orders can then be picked up on Friday, September 20. $12/roll for the following items: White 15 gallon (tall kitchen) - 65 bags per roll Yellow 39 gallon - 25 bags per roll Blue 55 gallon - 16 bags... READ MORE >
Tomorrow, September 5, is Fall Individual Portraits. A picture order form should have been in your child's backpack. If you did not receive one, please contact the front office. READ MORE >
A new bus route has been established to serve families who live in the Prairie Creek Addition. The bus will stop before school at 8:00 near the intersection of Cedar and Prairie Parkway and take students to CBE. It will drop off at the same location after school around 3:30. PK-6th grade students are welcome to ride this bus. READ MORE >
We still have a few additional spots for prekindergarten!Students must meet at least one of the following qualifications:Custodial parent is unmarried at time of enrollment.One parent was 19 or younger when child was born.Family qualifies for free lunch.One parent lacks a diploma or GED.Child has a mild developmental delay in academic, speech, or social... READ MORE >
Go to https://circle375.powerschool to register! READ MORE >
Have a great summer break! READ MORE >
We still have openings for Prekindergarten Feel free to continue to send names for potential PreK students to the CBE office. The class will be taught by a certified elementary teacher with daily sections for both the morning (8:15 – 11:15) and afternoon (12:15 – 3:15). The schedule will be more like how Kindergarten was in the past with half day classes. ... READ MORE >
We are accepting out of district applications in almost all grade levels. Please email me for more information. rleis@usd375.org READ MORE >