Student Announcements



Coolidge Scholars Applications Due by December 1

CLICK HERE for details of this valuable opportunity


Arkansas Youth Mental Health Summit Youth Advisory Council

CLICK HERE for details.  Applications are open now through October 16, 2026. No leadership experience is required. 25 young people aged 16–24 from across Arkansas will be selected.


Circle of Friends October Event!

Sign up for Mrs. Payne's 6.5 and/or 6.6 Flex sessions on Friday, October 23rd, to join in on the fun with Circle of Friends!  


Volunteer Opportunity - October 29th Elementary Fall Carnival

IT’S CARNIVAL TIME! The International School at Mary Mae Jones Elementary needs volunteers for carnival games, bounce houses, face painting & more! Volunteer for 2–4 hours on Thursday, October 29, from 3:30–7:30 p.m. Volunteers get a FREE pizza dinner! Sign up by October 22: Fall Carnival Sign Up


Flu Vaccination Clinic Thursday, October 22nd

Our flu vaccination clinic will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026 during Flex. Click here for more information. 


Apply to be an AP Ambassador

Hello AP students!  AP Ambassadors are a group of students who work to promote Advanced Placement courses through outreach events to their peers.  Interested students can apply here, deadline to submit an application is Wed, Oct 14th.


Junior Girls: Apply for WEMN!

Junior girls, applications are now open for the Women’s Empowerment Mentor Network (WEMN)! This local nonprofit connects young women with mentorship, leadership development, meaningful relationships, and a supportive sisterhood as they prepare for their future. WEMN mentees are also eligible for a $1,000 scholarship upon graduation. Interested? Apply today: 2027 Her Honor Application


NWACC Secondary Career Center

It’s official! Spring 2027 Secondary Career Center sign-ups are now LIVE! Please note: sign-ups are for Spring 2027 ONLY. This sign-up is open from October 1st to October 31st. Additional steps include the normal NWACC registration for spring as well, so don't forget to complete that process as well. Reach out to rdavis@bentonvillek12.org with any questions.


Congrats to our Library Bookmark Winners!!

First Place: Hanshitha Prapanaran; Second Place: Amber Cao; Third Place: Ella Kloster. You have a prize in the library!  Due to the overwhelming amount of entries, we will also be featuring 3rd through tenth place winners in the library throughout the year.


Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Entries Open Now

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition for grades 7–12 is now accepting entries until our regional deadline on December 6 at 10:59pm. 2025 Gold Key winning visual art submissions are on view at Crystal Bridges in the Community Gallery if you'd like to see entries. Past winners range from Andy Warhol to Sylvia Plath.


ASVAB Oct 20th

Seniors: BHS will offer the ASVAB on October 20. The ASVAB is a great opportunity to explore career strengths and military pathways. Location is TBD. Interested seniors should Sign Up HERE to reserve a spot. Another ASVAB will be offered in May for all students. Reach out to Coach Horschig with any questions!


Need Math Tutoring? Mu Alpha Theta can help!

Students can request math tutoring for any BHS class, whether you have specific questions or want ongoing help. Once you fill out the provided google form (provided), we'll match you with a peer tutor who has taken the class.  You MUST check your email daily so your tutor can contact you.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduq7RD-detex95jD0WktT2VF5qe80JymV7iMVcto4OTtLOWA/viewform


Free Math Help on Tuesdays @ Bentonville Public Library

Math Mentors offers weekly junior high and high school math tutoring at BPL. Drop by on Tuesdays between 5 pm and 7 pm to get your questions answered by our experienced tutors! Math Mentors takes place in the Haney Conference Room. Ask the front desk staff for directions! Registration is not required.


Volunteer Hours needed for Tailgate Together

Earn service hours, help a great cause, & have fun!  Help set-up for Tailgate Together on Friday, November 6 anytime between 12pm-5pm and/or help clean up from 6:15pm-6:45pm.  Sign up by emailing treasurer@bentonvillepto.org


Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for seniors.

CLICK HERE for how to create an account. CLICK HERE for a presentation. Even if you do not qualify for federal aid, the form is usually required for all merit or academic scholarships.


ACT & SAT FREE Practice Ideas

CLICK HERE for free ACT released tests and answers.  CLICK HERE for free SAT released tests and answers. Follow announcements for other free options hosted at school.  Don't understand a problem?  Search for solutions on YouTube or take them to your teacher for help.


Voter Registration Deadline - October 4, 2026

CLICK HERE for information about voting in Benton County, Arkansas.  All students and staff 18 or older are encouraged to vote in the coming election.  Early Voting begins 10/4/26. Election Day is 11/3/26. You must be 18 on or before 11/3/26.


PTO Food Truck Design Contest

?? DESIGN CONTEST! ??Create a poster for Food Truck Thursday – October 29 for a chance to win a FREE meal voucher to the food truck of your choice! Include all 12 food trucks and the PTO Tent. More info here. Submit your poster to bentonvilletigerpto@gmail.com by October 15 and make sure the PTO can access your file!


TASC’s 3rd Annual Teensgiving Banquet!  

Friday, November 6th - 6:00–7:30 PM McAuley Hall at the Center for Nonprofits (1194 W Walnut St) Teensgiving is a free and special holiday dinner created just for teens, a chance for young people to enjoy a delicious meal, spend time together, and experience an evening centered around celebrating, serving, and honoring them. Save the date and come join us! 


NWACC - LIFE Fair - Seniors

Are you the first in your family to attend college? Is English your second (or third) language? Is it hard to picture yourself in college? If so, please join us on this field trip November 6th from 9am to 2pm. Visit N236 for a permission slip or email Dr. Powell kpowell@bentonvillek12.org


Join The Striking Tigers!!! Bowling meeting for those interested in bowling for BHS

We will be having a meeting during flex 6.4 in the main gym. It is listed as Bowling in RTI with Coach Cherico. Open to everyone, and I will give all the details about the upcoming season. If you have any questions, email me at tcherico@bentonvillek12.org.Go Tigers!!!


Someone parked in my spot! What should I do?

Step 1: Confirm that it is in fact your spot, note the time, and take a picture of the license plate of the car in your spot. Step 2: Go park in visitors.  Step 3: Most important step!! Go into the North Office and fill out the clipboard that someone else parked in your spot, please include the noted time.


Student Check Out Procedures

Parents must call the checkout line at 254-5100 (select option 1) to check out student drivers. All students must come to the North Office to check out. Parents/guardians of 9/10th grade non-driving students must come into the office to check out their student. The office will not call students out of class in advance to wait for parents.


2026 TIGER VOLLEYBALL THEMES

In case you needed another reason to dress up, join us in The Jungle for 2026 Tiger Volleyball. Here are the themes!


2026 TIGER FOOTBALL THEMES

DRESS UP AND JOIN US IN THE JUNGLE! WE NEED YOU IN THE STUDENT SECTION. CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF THIS SEASON'S THEMES. WE'LL BE LOOKING FOR BEST DRESSED ALL SEASON LONG.


Counselor Corner

Counselor Corner is now open near the entrance of the South Commons on Fridays during all three lunches. Come see your friendly counselors with questions or concerns.  We look forward to seeing you on Fridays!!


VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Contest

The VFW hosts a Patriotic Audio Essay Competition.  Students in grades 9-12 can submit an essay titled "What a Veteran Taught Me About America." CLICK HERE for contest details. Deadline: October 31