Dear Parents and Guardians:
Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year. My name is Ellen Gibbs. It is with great pride and excitement to start my seventh year as K-8 principal of Benton Grade School. I am eager to work with you as a partner in education to ensure your child’s success. I am looking forward to seeing all the returning students and their families as well as meeting the new students and their families.
This will be my 30th year in education. I have been a teacher, a coach, an assistant principal, and a principal. Throughout my career I have believed that a partnership among parents, teachers, and administration is vital and plays an essential role in increasing student achievement. Research continues to show a strong correlation between increased parent involvement and high student success.
Please check our website at www.benton47.org for important information throughout the year.
I am looking forward to an incredible school year. I welcome and value your input. Please feel free to visit, call, or email me to discuss any concerns, suggestions, or ideas.
Sincerely,
Ellen Gibbs
K-8 Principal
Benton CCSD # 47
618-438-4011
egibbs@benton47.org
Learners Today. Leaders Tomorrow. Rangers Forever.