Benton Intermediate School

👾 BIS Esports Tryouts Students who are interested in trying out for Esports should fill out the interest form (link below) and then show up to the tryout date. Also see the other slide for more information. 6th grade students who were a part of the team from last year do not need to try out again. New to BIS 6th graders do need to try out. 5th grade tryouts August 27, 2024 2:40 pm - 4:00 pm in C1 6th grade tryouts August 29, 2024 2:40 pm - 4:00 pm in C1 Interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLQEd6PY6qHB6P6cXaGb3PgcZA_I5XJOTdzOuym18WY4dWSw/viewform?usp=sharing

Congratulations to our amazing Principal, Mrs. Burris, for being named our very first Marigold of the Week by the Sunshine Committee! Your leadership, dedication, and unwavering support make our school a brighter and better place every day. We're so grateful for all that you do and thrilled to see you receive this well-deserved recognition. Here's to a fantastic school year ahead!

📣 New Pep Squad Member Info 📣 Pep Squad packets are DUE by Monday, August 19th in order to participate in the fitting on Tuesday, August 20. Packets are available for pickup in D6 or D8. The fitting will take place immediately after school in room D6. You may not participate in the fitting if you have not turned in your payment and packet. Click the following link to pay online: https://bossierparish.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/9747/338/False/True

🌟🐅 A Heartfelt Thank You to Our VIPs! 🐅🌟 We want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to our Very Important Partners! Your generous contributions and unwavering support play a vital role in enriching the educational experience for our students. Together, we are creating opportunities and fostering growth that will last a lifetime. Thank you for believing in our mission and for being such an essential part of our school community. We couldn’t do it without you!

🌟 As we kick off a new school year, we are thrilled to announce the first recipients of a Positive Behavior Referral! Positive Behavior Referrals will be given out to students who continue to shine bright in and out of the classroom. Way to go, Tigers! 🐅

📣 New Pep Squad Member Info 📣 Pep Squad packets are DUE by Monday, August 19th in order to participate in the fitting on Tuesday, August 20. The fitting will take place immediately after school in room D6. You may not participate in the fitting if you have not turned in your payment and packet.

💻💳 Quick and Easy Student Fee Payments! It’s time to streamline your student fee payments. Head over to SchoolCash Online to make your payments quickly and securely. 🚨BE SURE to LOG IN to YOUR ACCOUNT to ENSURE YOUR PAYMENTS CONNECT to your STUDENT!🚨 Here is a quick link to get started: 🔗 https://bossierparish.schoolcashonline.com Be sure to log into your SchoolCash Online account to complete your transactions. Let’s make fee payments a breeze!

BIS 2024-25 Spirit Store ROUND 3 is NOW OPEN! We are excited to announce our ROUND 3 Spirit Store is NOW OPEN! 🚨 This store will close at midnight on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Click below to view the store! https://bis-spirit24-3.itemorder.com/shop/sale/

📣 Attention Tiger Training Camp Families! 🐾 Just a quick reminder that tomorrow's Tiger Training Camp (10 am - 1 pm) will follow our usual daily car line procedures. 🚗💨 For a smooth drop-off and pick-up experience, please review the slides attached for reference. We can't wait to see our new Tigers tomorrow! 🐅

Say “hello” to two-way messaging and classroom announcements in the Bossier Parish Schools app! With the addition of Rooms, our district app keeps getting better. Parents/guardians check your email with instructions to sign up and access new features. Questions? Visit https://www.bossierschools.org/o/district/page/rooms-support

🐅 September is near, and it’s time to show off that Benton Intermediate pride! Grab your September t-shirt and wear it all month long! 👕 Fall means sports, and we LOVE our Tigers! 💜💛 Let’s rock our school spirit and cheer on our teams with these awesome tees! Click below or scan the QR code to order today! https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/34477

🏡 Hey Benton Intermediate Community! Show off your school spirit to the whole city with a Benton Intermediate yard sign. It’s the perfect way to let everyone know you’re proud of our school and support our amazing Tigers! 🐅 Click the link below or scan the QR code to order yours today! https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/34475

🌬️ It might not feel like it now, but cooler days are just around the corner! ❄️🍂 Don't get caught unprepared—snuggle up in style with our Benton Intermediate Spirit Blanket. Order yours today to stay cozy and show off your school spirit. Whether you're cheering from the stands or relaxing at home, this blanket has you covered! 👉 Click the link below or scan the QR code to get yours now and be ready for the chill!🥶 https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/34474

📣🐯 Exciting News, Benton Intermediate School Families! 🐯📣 Join us for our Open House this Sunday, August 4th, from 3-5 pm! Please note, this is NOT a come and go event — parents will start in their child's homeroom class. ✨ Important Info: • Schedules will be available through the OnCourse Parent Portal starting Saturday. • Preordered EPI Packs will be waiting in your student's homeroom. • Feel free to bring store-purchased school supplies to organize your student’s desk. We’re thrilled to welcome our Tigers back for another fantastic school year! 🐅🎒

🎯📣 Attention Benton Intermediate Community! 📣🎯 We are thrilled to announce that our talented BIS Archery Team will be recognized at tomorrow night's Bossier Parish School Board Meeting! 🏆🌟 🗓 Date: Tomorrow 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Bossier Instructional Center (BIC), next door to Airline High School Come out and show your support for our incredible archers as they receive the recognition they deserve. Let’s fill the room with Benton pride and cheer them on for their hard work and achievements! 👏 #powerofpublicschools

Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Bossier Parish Schools app! The same district app now offers class streams, class announcements, and parent-teacher chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin using this feature in our app on AUGUST 1. Download for Android https://aptg.co/kztMjY Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/VkpbJC

Bossier Schools has revised its cell phone policy in response to a new state law that restricts students from using cell phones and other electronic devices during the instructional day. Please note the following revisions: Cell phones must be turned off and stowed during instructional time, including from the time students get on/off the bus or in/out of a personal vehicle while on campus; Electronic communication devices, including but not limited to personal computers, laptops, electronic instruments, iPads, iPods, tablet devices, e-readers or similar devices, must be powered off and properly stowed for the duration of the school day. Each violation will result in the collection of the cell phone/electronic device. More information regarding disciplinary action can be found in school handbooks. *Please note the revised policy does not apply to students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP)/Individualized Accommodation Plan (IAP), Section 504 plan or Individualized Health Plan that requires use of an electronic telecommunication device.

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual 'Pack the Bus' school supply drive benefiting Bossier Schools. We hope you'll help out with this year's event! Come by the Wal-Mart Supercenter Thursday, August 1 from 11:30 to 1:30 and drop off much needed supplies to help our teachers fill the gaps in their classrooms.

Parents/Guardians - Be on the lookout for an email on AUGUST 1 with instructions and details about Rooms, the exciting feature for parent-teacher chat. Download the Bossier Schools app now so you'll be ready, and be sure to enable notifications!

📲 We are so excited about the new BPSB app! Delete the Benton Intermediate app we have used in previous years because this new BPSB app replaces the BIS app. ALL Bossier Parish schools are now housed in one convenient app! These tips will help guide you through how to sign up for notifications from Benton Intermediate School and any of the other Bossier Parish Schools. This will be Benton Intermediate School’s primary mode of school-wide and classroom communication. Download for iPhone: https://aptg.co/VkpbJC Download for Android: https://aptg.co/kztMjY