Benton Community
High School Course Book

Introduction

The High School Course Book is designed to help students and parents explore Benton Community High School’s course offerings and support thoughtful planning for high school coursework.

Staff will guide students in choosing courses that match their needs, interests, and career goals. Parents are encouraged to be involved in these decisions, and students planning to pursue education or training after high school should select courses that meet the entrance requirements of their chosen program. Students who plan to attend one of Iowa’s three regents universities MUST meet the requirements as outlined from the regents. This information can be obtained from the School Counseling Office.

The Benton Community High School Department Guide lists all the departments and courses that are offered to students at Benton. Actual course delivery during a given year is determined by student enrollment and priority staffing assignments. An enrollment of 15 students is generally required in elective courses unless program delivery is mandated by the Iowa Department of Education requirements. The Benton Community administration and staff are committed to providing a quality educational program to our students.

Parents who have questions about registration are encouraged to call 228-8701 and ask for the school counseling office.

Equity Statement

Students will have an equal opportunity for a quality education without discrimination, regardless of their race, religion, creed, color, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

The education program is free of discrimination and provides equal opportunity for the students.  The education program will foster knowledge of and respect and appreciation for the historical and contemporary contributions of diverse cultural groups, as well as men and women, to society.  Special emphasis is placed on Asian-Americans, African-Americans, Hispanic-Americans, American Indians, European-Americans, and persons with disabilities.  It will also reflect the wide variety of roles open to both men and women and provide equal opportunity to both sexes.

Inquiries regarding compliance with equal education opportunity shall be directed to the compliance office by writing to the Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 Compliance Officer, Benton Community School District, PO Box 70, Van Horne, Iowa 52346; or by telephone 319-228-8701; or by writing to the Director of the Region VII Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education, Kansas City, Missouri.  Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a grievance are available in the central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.