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Upcoming Basketball Games: 11/15/21 - Girls @ Marion (4:30 C Game), 11/16/21 - Girls vs. Harrisburg (4:30 C Game), 11/17/21 - Girls vs. Carbondale (4:30 C Game). 11/16/21 - Boys @ Harrisburg (4:30 C Game), 11/17/21 - Boys @ Fairfield (6:00 JV Game)
Girls Basketball Practice Update: Practice on Saturday, November 13th will now be from 8:00 - 10:00 AM.
Basketball update: This evening the girls host Herrin, while the boys travel to Herrin. Due to transportation concerns, the girls’ C game is questionable. If time allows the girls will try to play some C game minutes prior to the 5:00 JV start. The boys will start a C game at 4:30 in Herrin. Good luck tonight!
5-8 Announcements for 11-9-21:
The girls basketball team hits the road tonight for games at Salem. The 'C' game will start at 5:00 PM with JV tipping off at 5:30 PM. Games will be streamed at the following link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTb6u8LqJj_uFaQRFCRXgng .
5-8 Announcements for 10/5/21:
The most recent basketball schedules are attached. Most bus times reflect an anticipated 'C' game that would start 30 minutes prior to the official start time (JV game). Any adjustment to game times will be posted here and sent to coaches/players as soon as available.
Reminder: Fall fundraiser order forms and money are due tomorrow (11/3/21). Please have students turn them into their homeroom teacher. Also, tomorrow (11/3/21) is a 2:00 PM dismissal. Have a great evening!
The girls basketball team has two home games this week, starting tonight at 5:30 PM vs Carmi. They host West Frankfort on Thursday beginning with a 'C' game at 4:30 PM/JV starts at 5:00 PM. The boys travel to West Frankfort on Thursday, for a 5:00 PM start. Good luck this week!
K-4 picture retake day is tomorrow (11/2/21). Order forms are available in the K-4 office, or pictures can be ordered online. The digital flyer is attached.
5-8 Announcements for 11/1/21:
The BGS Student Council is excited to be hosting a fall dance for 5th-8th grade students on Friday, November 5th. Please see the attached flyer for specific details and requirements.
Purple, Orange, and Yellow buses might be running late this morning due to a mechanical issue. Drivers will be covering all routes, but pickup times might later than normal. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Student Council is having a sticker and magnet sale. Order forms were sent home with K-4 and 5-8 can purchase in the commons this week!
The girls’ basketball team kicks off their season tonight against Mt. Vernon in the Benton around Robin Tournament. Their game starts at approximately 7:00 PM. The tournament schedule is attached. Good luck this season!
5-8 Announcements for 10-25-21:
Congratulations to Wynter Eubanks, Kyler Followell, Waylon Williams, and Wyatt Williams for completing the summer reading program sponsored by State Representative Dave Severin.
Three Benton Rangers were recently selected to play in the SIBCA Class L all-star game. Hunter Irvin, Clay Gage, and Nolan Schafer contributed to a 14-6 win for their team. Congratulations!
5-8 Announcements for 10/21/21:
This week, BGS 5-8 students attended an assembly performance by the Wonder Wheel BMX Stunt Team. In addition to watching the BMX team perform thrilling stunts, students also received an inspirational message about hard work, dedication, setting goals, and being a positive influence within their community and school.