Bennington Public Schools Foundation

Shoutout to Hailey Vernon at Stratford & Annie Tews at Heritage for being our January and February Caught Caring honorees! 👏 We are beyond lucky to have these amazing leaders on our team—our students and families absolutely adore them, and it shows in everything they do. 💙

We couldn’t keep this exciting news to ourselves… 🌊 A Night Out at Sea gala raised a RECORD $80,000+ last night! We’re beyond grateful for the incredible support from sponsors to bidders and all the helpers in between. THANK YOU!!!

Sneak peek of A Night out at Sea 🫣 🌊 We can’t wait to welcome everyone aboard tomorrow Saturday March 14. Silent auction is open now. Let’s raise the tide for our students! qtego.us/qlink/bennps

Our Executive Director Blake enjoyed reading with several classes last week for Read Across America Week! 📚 Taking time to share stories is one of the many ways we can support literacy and help all students succeed.

🎉 Our Silent Auction is officially LIVE FOR VIEWING! 👀 Take a sneak peek at everything up for grabs: buff.ly/5rawgwI ⏰ Mark your calendars: Bidding opens NEXT MONDAY!

Meet Brandi & Jeremy ❤️ These middle school sweethearts have now called Bennington home for nearly 10 years. Brandi teaches 5th grade at Stratford, and Jeremy serves as BPS Director of Operations & Transportation. Proud parents of a 2025 BHS grad and a current BHS freshman! 💙

🐄 FINAL LIVE AUCTION SNEAK PEEK Did someone say… 80 Days of Chick-fil-A?! 👀🍗 80 meals. 80 milkshakes or frosted treats. A 36” plush cow. 🐮 You must be at the March 14 gala to bid! ⏰ Tickets close TONIGHT at 7PM: buff.ly/1zT7owa

Meet Sharla & Landon ❤️ High school sweethearts celebrating 20 years together and 10 years of marriage! Landon (Band Director, BMS & BSMS) and Sharla (1st Grade, Anchor Pointe) are proud to call Bennington home with their two boys. 💙

🚢 FINAL BOARDING CALL for Annual Gala March 14 🚢 Grab your crew and get ready for a night that supports students, teachers, and schools across our district. Ticket sales close Feb 27: buff.ly/lGAx6lV

⛳️⚓️ FINAL LIVE AUCTION SNEAK PEEK 2 days of championship golf for 4 at a private club + overnight stay in a 4-master-suite cottage. Generously donated by Dormie Network 💙 Must be present at the March 14 gala to bid. Get tickets by Feb 27: buff.ly/5rawgwI

Meet Kristine & Dean ❤️ They met in college studying Special Education—Dean at Peru State & Kristine at Wayne State—bonding over a shared passion for supporting students with diverse needs. Today, both serve at BPS & make a lasting difference in students’ lives. 💙

⏰ LAST CALL FOR SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS ⏰ All donations MUST be delivered to our office BY FEB 27. We’ll be packaging them up this weekend and uploading to the auction site to go live next Friday. ⚓️ To donate an item, send us DM or email meganschafersman@bennps.org

Looking for something fun and relaxing for your child(ren) to do over summer break? From games and crafts to water days and field trips, your camper will have a great time in the 2026 All Star Kids Program. 🏖️🎨🚌 View 2026 Flyer & Register now: buff.ly/JFiIAV2

Our gala on March 14 is about more than dinner and auctions. It’s about rallying together as a community to ensure Bennington students, teachers, and schools have resources to thrive and go beyond expectations! ⚓️ Reserve tickets or sponsorships now: buff.ly/ge94RlV

With a Classroom Grant, Preschool Teacher Rachel Emary created 33 take-home literacy kits for families—pairing children’s books with hands-on activities to build early literacy skills and strengthen the school-home connection. Learn more ➤ buff.ly/ETFo2T7

The Strykers love story started at Wayne State College, and Bennington became part of it when Trent joined BPS in 2013. Trent teaches 6th grade, and Jordyn is Stratford’s music teacher. With three kids in the district, BPS has been part of their family from the start! 💙

Our gala guests don’t just attend — they arrive. And every year, the outfits? Absolutely stunning. ✨ For A Night Out at Sea Mar 14, if you’re looking for a little outfit inspiration, we’ve got you covered. Get tickets now: buff.ly/TgljI9E

Natalie joined BPS in 2011 and Ben in 2012. They were coworkers for years until a perfectly timed 2017 wedding brought them together. Now with three kids in the district, BPS is more than work — it’s home. We’re grateful for all they do for our students and community! 💙

☀️ Adventure is calling! All Star Kids Summer Program is back for Summer 2026! 🎉 Field trips, STEM, water days & nonstop summer camp vibes 😎 ✅ Registration open now for current families 📅 Opens to everyone Feb 23 Sign up: buff.ly/kGLZ6c2

REMINDER Blue Apple Nominations are OPEN THRU FEB 26! Know someone who is deserving of these awards? Nominate by Feb 26: buff.ly/Sso8jpM