Badger in the Middle
Welcoming students in grades six through eight, Bennington Middle School is committed to creating a safe, caring learning environment for all students. We work hard to provide our students with the opportunities, support, and encouragement they need to be successful in our ever changing world. We are always working toward our common vision for both students and staff to
LEARN, GROW, and LEAD.
Important Dates and Important Information
Important Dates-
July 29th- 6th grade Jump Start at Bennington Middle School - Students only - 10:00 - 11:30
August 5th- all grades - Registration Day - 8:00 - 6:00, please refer to the sign up genius email sent by Mrs. Baumann and sign up for a time slot.
August 12th - 6th grade Back to School Night
6:00 Parent Meeting in our gym, followed by open house
August 13th - 7th & 8th grade Back to School Night
5:45 Sports Information Meeting for students and parents
6:00 Open House
August 14th, First Day of School! - Early Release Day
Doors open at 7:40 am
Late bell is at 8:00, students must be in home room to not be counted tardy
Early release time is 11:50
General release time is 3:10
August 20th - Picture Day
School Lunch Information
Please remember to review your student's lunch account balances and add funds where needed; apply for free and reduced lunch if applicable.
Application for free and reduced lunch is found here : https://sites.google.com/bennps.org/nutritionservices/meal-prices?authuser=0
Summer building hours:
Most Tuesday mornings, someone will be available at the school from 9-11. If you have anything you need us to get back to you on, send an email!
Sixth Grade Jump Start Information
Incoming 7th Graders
From the District and our Nurse..
Please note that Nebraska state law requires out-of-state transfer students to submit a physical exam including the vision evaluation.
These exams must be within 6 months of school starting
This does not need to be from a Nebraska physician.
The vision exam must address the 5 components of the amblyopia, strabismus, internal and external eye health, and visual acuity or they may have a vision spot screener exam. If your student wears glasses, this will also count as a vision exam.
Please also note that Nebraska state law requires all incoming 7th graders to submit a physical exam within 6 months of school starting.
New 7th grade students entering from an out of state school are counted as an out of state transfer students; therefore, would also need the vision exam as noted above.
The physical and vision exam also includes any students entering school for the first time at any grade level from a home-school setting. The parent or guardian may only opt out of this if they submit a written waiver.
We do accept physical exams on other forms or computer generated forms from physicians.
Schools may exclude a student from school if the state mandated immunizations are not submitted prior to the first day of school.
The schools are required to have the immunization record on file prior to the student attendance.
If your student is an instate transfer student, you only need to provide the immunization series dates. No physical or vision exam is required.
Physical Forms
Math Placement Testing for New Students
Math placement testing for students new to Bennington Middle School who are interested in taking an above grade level math course will take place on Monday, July 29th at 2:00 pm. When looking at math placement, the district considers standardized test scores with the placement test score. If your child will be taking an on-grade level math course, there is no need to attend placement testing. Please contact Mrs. Baumann our BMS Guidance Counselor at abaumann@bennps.org.
August 5th- Registration and Schedule Pick-up
Supply List for '24/'25 School Year
** Please note minor changes from the last time the supply list was shared!
Daily Schedule by Grade
Check out the PTO's Facebook group and here for more information !
Visit Bennington Public School’s website for lots of additional school information. Examples: district calendar, lunch menu, health forms, NEBSIS and lots more.
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director - Mr. Matt Wilson mailto:mwilson@bennps.org
School Counselor - Mrs. Amy Bauman mailto:abaumann@bennps.org
Academic and Behavioral Specialist- Mr. Mike Davis mailto:mdavis@bennps.org
Building Secretary - Mrs. Kris Obermeyer mailto:kobermeyer@bennps.org
Attendance/Health Secretary - Mrs. Heather Chaney mailto:hchaney@bennps.org
Bennington Middle School
11201 N. 168th St.
PO Box 309
Bennington, NE 68007
(402) 238-3082
Fax (402) 243-0711
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.