BENSON BUNNY NEWS
OCTOBER 26, 2026
BENSON HIGH SCHOOL
Email: cedric.cooper@ops.org
Website: www.ops.org/benson
Location: 5120 Maple St, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: (531) 299-2520
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bensonhighschool/
Twitter: @OPS_BensonHigh
STUDENT ELECTED TO STATE OFFICE
Sophomore Moo Dah was elected the State Secretary for JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates). He has exemplified the values of hard work, dedication, and service. His commitment to both his education and community has earned him this unique opportunity to represent Benson High School and the state of Nebraska. Congratulations!
SCOREVISION FAN APP
Follow our basketball teams when they play at home on the Scorevision Fan App. Get real time updates! Download today!
MOUNT VIEW BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
They offer programming and enrichment, field trips, meals, incentives, and a safe space. They offer transportation from Benson High School.
Register at WWW.BGCOMAHA.ORG
HOURS AND LOCATION
Located at 5322. N. 52nd St.
School Day Hours: 3-7 pm, Mon.-Fri.
Non-School Day Hours 8-5 Mon.-Fri.
CELL PHONE POLICY REMINDER
The expectation of students entering the classroom is that personal cell phones and non-district electronic devices are put away in their backpack on silent or powered off. These devices should not be visible to students or teacher. Students will be reminded of this expectation at the beginning of every class. This includes ear buds or headphones.
If a student is accessing a personal electronic device during the instructional period without permission from the teacher, the following sequence of interventions will be applied. Compliance with any step along the way will prevent movement to the next step.
Teachers will ask students to place their electronic devices in the designated visible and safe location within the classroom.
Teacher will contact an administrator and student will be given one more opportunity to put the device in the designated location. If the student refuses to put away device, the student will be removed from the classroom and our school will contact parents/guardians if this intervention is necessary.
- If habitual non-compliance with these expectations leads to frequent disruptions to learning, teachers will refer the student to his/her administrator to work with the student and family to determine a personalized plan to meet the expectations.
Let us reiterate that our goal is not to confiscate cell phones and create additional power struggles with students and families. Our goal is to preserve the best instructional learning environment that we can and we believe that students will perform better, achieve at higher levels, and have better learning experiences in our classrooms.
30 WAYS TO SAY YAY!
To recognize a staff member for doing exceptional work, please fill out this form and return to the school's main office or email the form to Kristen.Hughes@ops.org.
TRANSPORTATION
Download the "Zum" App to:
- Track your ride in real-tme and receive ride updates.
- Know the driver profile and vehicle assigned to transport you.
- View pick-up and drop-off estimates
- Start real-time chat with Zum support team if needed
- Cancel rides when necessary
Must use guardian's phone number listed in Infinite Campus to connect to the student in the app.
Attendance Matters: Top Five Reasons to Come to School Every Day
1. Reading on Grade Level 📖
Did you know that Omaha Public Schools has set the Moonshot Goal of every student reading on grade level by 2030? Did you also know that studies show that consistent attendance gives the best start for literacy development?
2. Joining Classmates on Engaging and Exciting Field Trips 🚌
Don't miss out on hands-on learning experiences outside of the classroom. Visits to museums, nature centers, science centers, parks, and performances of all kinds. These enriching experiences help students figure out their passions.
3. Forming Lasting Friendships 🤩
Attending school on a daily and consistent basis helps students to foster strong social bonds and an inclusive peer network. Even if not all friendships work out, developing the skills is only possible with ongoing interactions. Students who develop their social skills through school attendance have more positive relationships!
4. Developing Effective Study Habits Early ⏰
Good attendance instills vital skills like punctuality, time management and self-discipline. A big part of succeeding beyond middle school is learning how to learn. Daily attendance from elementary onwards helps students build their toolbox of strategies for success.
5. Demonstrating Responsibility and Commitment 🙌
Employers value established patterns of dedication and follow-through. Whether students are getting jobs after school or securing employment after graduation, good work habits are formed by consistent school attendance. It's also how students get teachers to serve as references!
MEDICAL & DENTAL SERVICES AVAILABLE AT BENSON
Need to see a medical or dentist provider? Try our Community-Based Health Center located here at Benson High School by the North Doors. Insurance accepted.
BOOK MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS HERE
BOOK DENTIST APPOINTMENTS HERE
NURSE NEWS
Health and Medications at School
Per OPS district policy, ALL medications necessary during the school day, must have the following: 1 – medication provided by parent to nurse, 2 -- written medication order from doctor, 3 – written parent permission. This includes inhalers, over-the-counter and topical medicines. New orders are needed each new school year. See the below links or contact the school nurse with questions.
Illness
For the health of everyone, please stay home when you are sick. (Fever, vomiting, diarrhea, pink-eye, etc.) If you become ill or injured while at school, visit the school nurse with a pass from your teacher. (Exception for medical emergencies). The school nurse or health aide will check you out and discuss what is going on. If we determine you should go home, the school nurse or health aide will call the parent.
More Information
Click on the following links for more information about OPS Health Services, forms for management of health conditions and medications at school, immunizations, physicals, and more.
