Bennington High School Badgergram
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Feb 23 - Campus Life Meeting 7pm @ BHS |
- The speech team concluded a successful conference tournament on Saturday at Elkhorn North. We placed fourth as a team, narrowly missing out on third. We had multiple finalists and first place finishes. The OID teams of Super Mario Brothers (Julian Kruse, Sarah Junker, Katherine Sukraw, Prise Yates, Zoey Hunt) placed second, while Be More Chill (Liam Doan, Jack Holtorf, Addi Yates, Maddie Hoffmann, and Oscar Andersen) placed third. Aisha Mar Macossay placed fifth in informative, Dominique Bisselou placed third in Entertainment, Grace Pfeifer placed fifth in extemporaneous speaking, Natalie Rivera fifth in humorous interpretation, and Prise Yates/Jack Holtorf third in duo speaking.
- We had multiple first place finishers, and some have never done that before. Hueffa Honliasso placed first in entertainment speaking, Grayson Reed first in extemporaneous speaking, and Addi Yates/Liam Doan first in duo competition.
These are all great accomplishments! Don't forget about our speech showcase tonight in the media center. This starts at 6:30 pm sharp. See you all there!
- All girls going out for tennis, there is a mandatory meeting on Monday, February 23rd after school in the library. Please plan on attending. Let Coach Christensen know if you are unable to attend.
Students who are currently taking the following classes below:
- AP US History
- AP American Government
- AP Biology
- AP Spanish
- AP Statistics
- Introduction to Education
- AP Literature
- Psychology
You have the opportunity to dual enroll in these classes through UNO. If you haven't already done so, you will need to apply in order to receive college credit. The Dual Enrollment application deadline is Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Students must submit their application at https://applydual.unomaha.edu/ and their parents must approve by Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mrs. Smith
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- The speech team will be hosting its annual showcase on Monday, February 23 at 6:30 pm. This starts in the library and moves to surrounding classrooms. This is our chance to show everyone the hard work we've been putting forth this year to everyone. If you have any speech team members as students, or you have a friend on the team, they would love for you to come out to see them perform. It's truly a great night. If you have any questions, see Mr. Ginal or Ms. Wilson. Hope to see everyone there!
- ACT and Pre-ACT math practice. Any junior or sophomore that wants to practice problems to prepare for the ACT or Pre-ACT. Math Mondays!!!!!!! Monday mornings 7 am to 7:45 am in G157. Starting Monday February 16th through Monday March 23rd.
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- There will be a Boys Golf Player/Parent Meeting Tuesday, February 24th at Bennington South Middle School at 5:00pm in Coach Nichols classroom #603. You need to attend the meeting if you are planning on going out for golf this spring. If you cannot make the meeting you need to email Coach Nichols at cnichols@bennps.org.
- Any male student who is interested in playing baseball needs to make sure you have your NSAA form and physical form completed and turned into the office or trainer by the start of tryouts!
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Bennington Middle school is looking for volunteers to run concession stands during home games. Please use the link below to get signed up!
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SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY: AFTER SCHOOL CONCESSIONS!
Bennington South Middle School PTO is looking for volunteers to help with
concessions at some of our upcoming girls basketball games and boys wrestling
meets. Concessions are easy, fun, and a great way to knock out service hours
right after school! Shifts are generally from 3:30-6:00 but can be flexible – click
the link to sign up today! THANK YOU!
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Feb 23 - Speech showcase @ BHS
Feb 25 - Girls District Basketball vs. TBA @ BHS
Feb 26 - Boys District Basketball vs. Plattsmouth HS @ BHS
Feb 28 - Girls Basketball District Final @ BHS
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- Frito Pie
- PBJ uncrustable
- Salad Bar
- tex mex beans
- tossed green salad
- fresh vegetables
- assorted fresh fruit
- assorted canned fruit
- assorted fruit juice
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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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