The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on December 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., at the District Office. All meetings are open to the public. Regular meetings are streamed live through YouTube and viewable on the District website. Special meetings, where there are action items on the agenda, will also be streamed live. Agendas for Board of Education meetings are posted on the district website the Friday before each meeting. Click here to view agendas and minutes.

Bennington students demonstrated our tradition of high achievement, with average scores significantly exceeding State averages. Students in 3rd-8th grade take the NSCAS test, which measures proficiency in Nebraska academic standards, while 11th grade students complete the ACT in Reading, English, Math, Science, and Writing.

The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has released its annual accountability ratings, and Bennington Public Schools earned the highest possible rating. Under state and federal law, the NDE uses the AQuESTT system to annually evaluate and classify schools into one of four categories: Excellent, Great, Good, or Needs Support to Improve. These ratings are based on student performance on the NSCAS and ACT assessments from the Spring of 2025.

We are incredibly proud of our students and the amazing test scores they have achieved helping earn the Excellent classification for Bennington Public Schools, but their achievements go far beyond just test scores. While NSCAS and ACT results provide valuable insights into how we compare to state averages, they are just one piece of the puzzle. We believe in a well-rounded analysis that considers everything our students do on a daily basis and not just how they perform on high stakes tests. To fully understand how students are doing academically, parents should talk with teachers about student engagement in learning, performance on assignments, and assessments.

More information about classifications and designations can be found at https://nep.education.ne.gov/. 

The Community Resources page on the BPS website shares information about local programs available to help families with food sustainability and other essential needs. From food pantries and meal assistance to community outreach efforts, these resources are here to help families have access to what they need.

Mrs. Johnson is planning a TRIP TO EUROPE for all Sophomores students graduating in 2028! The trip will be 14 days and include 5 countries: The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland and Italy. It will depart as soon as school is out for the summer in 2028. 

There will be an INFORMATIONAL PARENT MEETING in January. Watch the newsletter for more information. Attend with your parents so that you have all of the information about travel, safety and the entire adventure!  

Also, visit our exclusive website for more information or to sign up: www.bluedottours.com/Johnson-8Y73

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.

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.