Advancing Content-Integrated Education for English Learners with a STEM focus

Heritage Night: Benton Loves to Read! 

Benton Middle School

Benton Middle School hosted a vibrant and engaging Heritage Night on February 5, 2025, celebrating cultural diversity through food, performances, and interactive activities. The event created a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, with multilingual signage, cultural exhibits, and various booths showing different cultures and foods. Families showcased traditional foods, artifacts, and performances in the cafeteria, fostering deep engagement across generations. The sports area featured cultural games and bilingual book activities. Parents and students actively participated, showing high levels of engagement and cultural pride. This event promoted multiculturalism and multilingualism, making the school community feel more globally connected. Overall, this was a well-organized and immersive celebration event for all attendances.