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				<title><![CDATA[2026-27 Calendar-at-a-Glance]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here is a look at our tentative school calendar for the 2026-27 school year.  *Dates are subject to change!* Last updated 04/28/26.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order your EduKits for the 2026-27 school year!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hate back-to-school shopping? Let EduKit help you with school supplies. Order your EduKits for the 2026-27 school year here!  Orders due by June 1st. https://store.edukitinc.com/products/benchmark-s-phoenix-az]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Science Fair State Finalists]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congrats to the following students for making it to the AZ State Finals for their amazing Science and Engineering projects! CJ Vasquez took 1st place in Technology for the Arts, Rachel Nguyen took 3rd place in Animal Sciences, and Logan Marr was entered into Mathematics. Congrats to you all!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Benchmark's Legacy Stone Walkway project]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Legacy Stone Walkway has replaced our aging step stone path to the front office. The first phase of ordering/personalization and installation has already been done.  If you are interested in personalizing a brick, keep your eyes out for the next ordering phase!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hot Lunch ordering available on the website!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hot lunch order forms are up and posted on our website under "Quicklinks". New this year- only credit card and ACH payments accepted!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last day of school- May 22nd 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, May 22nd, will be our last day of school!  
Early release- 11:30 AM pick-up for all students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schedule a Tour TODAY!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you looking for an engaging preschool that will allow your child to thrive and discover the joy of learning? Are you looking for an elementary school that offers a comprehensive approach to nurture well-rounded scholars and the development of virtuous individuals? 
Schedule a tour today at Benchmark and see all that our school has to offer!
Call 602-765-3582 to schedule a tour or click on "Schedule a Tour TODAY" to fill out an online form.
We look forward to meeting you!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-26 School Year Calendar Overview]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Calendar at a Glance]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join the PTO and get involved in our school!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/2032513</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our PTO is a great way to get involved in our school and get to know our family-oriented community. The PTO relies on the support of the Benchmark community and warmly encourage your active participation. Volunteer opportunities are readily accessible through the Benchmark Blast newsletter and our membership toolkit site under Parent Communication.
https://benchmarkbobcats.membershiptoolkit.com/]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Pictures with Tosh Imagery]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's time for Spring Portraits! This is an optional photo for families that want a more personalized, individual photo of their children. *These photos will NOT be used in the yearbook.*]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stargazing Party]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stargazing Party on Friday, Jan. 30th, from 6:30-8:30 PM.
* children must be accompanied by an adult.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wreaths Across America]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 2,500 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. Join us by sponsoring a veterans’ wreath at a cemetery near you, volunteering or donating to a local sponsorship group. Click on link to sponsor.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Shoppe in Front Office 12/09-12/12]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our students will have a chance to do some shopping at our annual Holiday Shoppe! Info went home in backpacks and can be found on the PTO website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW, 11/15/25, FROM 10AM-NOON]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/2134834</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for a fun, engaging school for your preschooler? Maybe wanting to make a change for your elementary student??  Come to our Open House and see what Benchmark School is all about!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[24/25 School Calendar*]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[*Please note that this calendar is subject to change at any time.*]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2024 09:45:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early release 10/30, no school 10/31]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/2121454</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday, Oct. 30th, is an early release day.  All students need to be picked up by 11:30 AM. No Nooncats or Aftercare programs on early release days.
No school on Friday, Oct. 31st!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bat Walk with Mr. Kyle and Mrs. Rheinfelder]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/2108905</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join our science lab teachers for a fun bat walk along the Camelback and 40th St canal on Friday, Sept. 26th, at sunset. More details in link!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Mrs. Bauermeister as Our New Principal!!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1946104</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mrs. Bauermeister gives a brief biography of her time at Benchmark and her new role here.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:15:51 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Release 02/14/25. No school on 02/17/25.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/2032497</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Benchmark School will have an early release day on Friday, 02/14/25.  All students must be picked up by 11:30 AM. There is no aftercare!
There is no school on Monday, 02/17/25, in observance of Presidents' Day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Steam Festival Feb. 26th 3:15-5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/2033131</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for our annual Steam Festival!  The students' science fair projects will be on display in classrooms. Vendors will be on campus showing off their "techy" jobs. Hands-on science and engineering activities will be set up around campus for kids to enjoy. And food trucks will be here with tasty treats!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - Security Update]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here is the latest on the work of our Security Task Force.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:10:51 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - January 19, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1871952</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder discusses a Corporate Board listening tour and provides an update regarding registration for next school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:21:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Day of School Aug. 6th- Early release at 11:30 AM.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1945440</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first day of the 24-25 school year is Tuesday, Aug. 6th.  This is an early release day with all students needing to be picked up by 11:30 AM. *Regular school hours will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 7th.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2024 18:47:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet the Teacher Day Monday Aug. 5th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1942248</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Preschool students will be able to meet their teachers and see their classrooms the morning of Monday Aug. 5th.  
Kindergarten families will be able to come from 4:00-5:00 PM.
Grades 1st-6th will be from 5:00-6:00 PM.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:18:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order your EduKit]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1933237</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[📢Our EduKit sale is ending soon! Take advantage of the ease and convenience of our EduKit school supply kit program and check back-to-school shopping off your to-do list. Act fast—our school deadline is 6/6/2024!

https://www.edukitinc.com/]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2024 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Spring Fling- Saturday March 23rd]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1898863</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTO is hosting their annual Spring Carnival on Saturday, March 23rd from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  Come join us on campus for bounce houses, carnival games, food trucks, silent auctions and more!  This event is open to the community.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:22:02 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Movie Night- this Friday March 1st!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1892352</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us this Friday in the courtyard for Ice Age Continental Drift. This is a fun family event! Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy an evening of fun and food. This is a free admission event but 4th, 5th and 6th grades will be selling refreshments as fundraisers for their big end of the year field trips. Cash only!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 14:53:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tax Credits due by 02/28/24!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1880907</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Have you turned in your School Tax Credit yet?  Did you know you can get a dollar-for-dollar credit on your state taxes while supporting extracurricular activities at Benchmark School?  More info in link.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:54:21 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Release on Friday, Feb. 16th- pick up at 11:30 AM!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1885207</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Just a reminder that this Friday, Feb. 16th is early release for all students! Please pick up your students by 11:30 AM.
No school on Monday, Feb. 19th in observance of President's Day.
Enjoy the long weekend!!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 15:07:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open Enrollment for new students begins Monday, Feb. 5th!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1879012</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All new students and families can open enroll beginning Monday, Feb. 5th.
Click on the headline for more details.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 14:02:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VIP week Feb. 5th-9th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1878993</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Next week is VIP Week!  Come join your student for lunch and some recess fun. PTO will have daily activities for students and their VIP's.
*Activities are subject to weather.  In case of rain, that day's activities will be cancelled.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:46:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - January 12, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1868182</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next six weeks of the corporate board training plan are summarized in this bulletin.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:02:08 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - Board Series 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1863126</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This bulletin details a birds-eye overview of the communication strategy the corporate board will be employing over the next five months.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2024 18:35:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter from the Benchmark corporate board]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please read the attached letter from new board member Julia Graham which represents the thoughts of the entire corporate board.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:54:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - December 29, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1861681</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder shares some announcements regarding the corporate board and its next steps.  Please be sure to also read the letter to the community from the board in the next announcement.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:48:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Next Open House is Saturday, Jan. 20th, from 10:00 AM- noon.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1862245</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Prospective families are welcome to join us at our next Open House, Saturday, Jan. 20th.  Meet the principal and staff, get your questions answered and tour the campus!  See you there!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 15:59:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on Monday, Jan. 15th- observance of MLK day.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1865104</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 09:00:38 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early release this Friday, Jan. 12th. Pick up is 11:30 AM!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1865095</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 08:57:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - December 22, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1861498</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder announces another important change to the Benchmark's Corporate Board, as well as the plans for board training beginning in January.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Dec 2023 20:27:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School starts back up Monday, January 8th!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1862244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hope you all had a wonderful holiday break.  Classes start back up on Monday, Jan. 8th.  See you then!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 15:56:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal Schroeder's Bulletin - December 15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1859391</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder announces some changes to both Corporate and Governing Board membership.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:13:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - December 8, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1856379</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Schroeder continues his discussion on the role of a functioning board.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:50:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Benchmark School Open House- Dec. 2nd and Jan. 20th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1846030</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For prospective new students and families, come to our Open House and tour the campus!  Admin and staff will be here to answer questions and show off the classrooms. December 2nd 10:00-12:00 and January 20th 10:00-12:00.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:00:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - December 3, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1853238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Shroeder reflects on the role of the board.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2023 20:55:12 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Concerts]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1854891</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Holiday concerts will be held on campus in the garden.  The performances will be on Monday Dec. 18th- Thursday Dec. 21st.  Please look at the calendar for grade specific dates and timeframes.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:53:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1849531</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder discusses education and provides some important dates coming up!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:22:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - November 17]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1848077</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder reflects on truth, our community outreach projects, and the festivities of the day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:21:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin for November 5, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1841395</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here are Principal Schroeder's thoughts for the week and some important dates to keep in mind.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2023 20:13:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin for October 27, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1836959</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Schroeder highlights three important school-wide events in this week's bulletin]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:00:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Kick Off! Thursday Nov. 30th from 5:30-7:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1850948</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join the Benchmark community in a night of holiday fun!  Have your kids decorate their bikes or scooters to participate in the "Light Parade". Enjoy cookies and cocoa with friends. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. 
*This is a free event for Benchmark families.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:17:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wreaths Across America]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1845309</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Benchmark School is partnering with Wreaths Across America to provide wreaths to every veterans grave.  Donate here: http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/AZ0058]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 11:54:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Outreach Food Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1840440</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Benchmark is partnering with the PV Community Food Bank to help those in need in the Northeast Phoenix and Scottsdale communities. Please bring in non-perishable items to your student's classrooms or the front office from Nov. 1st-Nov.17th.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - October 22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1833900</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Schroeder provides insights and important dates in this bulletin.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 20:24:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - October 13]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1830292</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder shares this thoughts on "teaching thinking," and some gratitude for PTO.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:42:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Veterans Day Assembly this Thursday Nov. 9 at 9:30 AM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1841934</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us on the Benchmark Courtyard for a special all-school assembly to honor our Veterans!  Friends and family are welcome to attend.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:32:33 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wildflower DNO this Saturday, Nov. 4th from 5:00-8:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1840438</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us this Saturday for a PTO DNO at Wildflower!
Location: 7001 N Scottsdale Rd.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - October 6, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1826122</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here is Mr. Shroeder's bulletin for the week ending October 6.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 07 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin, September 29, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1822483</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here is Mr. Schroeder's bulletin for the week ending September 29.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 17:15:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SAVE THE DATE!  PTO Fall Festival Saturday Oct. 28th from 4 -7:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1824769</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTO is putting on another FUN Fall Festival!  Join us for a haunted house, games, crafts, bounce houses, creepy crawlies, and TRUNK OR TREAT!!  More info on ticket sales and event schedule to come. This event is open to the community.  Bring your family and friends!!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:44:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin, September 25, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1819370</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here is this weeks bulletin from Principal Schroeder]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 09:38:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - September 17, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1815470</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Shroeder's weekly message]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2023 17:53:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Oct. 12th- Step It Up DAY OF AWESOMENESS!!!!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1824759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As a wrap up for our Step It Up FUNdraiser, the Step It Up team is bringing a morning of fun to our students on Thursday, Oct. 12th!  Parents are welcome to come. Timeframes vary according to grade but the event will be from 9:00-11:30 PM. The event will be on the Benchmark Courtyard.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:08:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - September 10, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1811503</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An update from Mr. Schoreder]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2023 12:21:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - 9/1/2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1807981</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Shroeder's Weekly Bulletin]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2023 19:09:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SAVE THE DATE!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1817534</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTO's Fall Festival will be on Saturday, Oct. 28th, from 4:00-7:00 PM! More info to come.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:04:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - August 27, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1804247</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check here for the latest Benchmark news from our principal.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Aug 2023 12:26:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin - 8/20/2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1799755</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[August 20, 2023
Importance of Education, Security Update, and Communication with PTO]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2023 21:50:48 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's 9th Bulletin - Vision for Future]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1789052</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder's vision for the future]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Jul 2023 11:05:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sept. 14 & 15th-  SCHOOL PICTURES]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1810434</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sept. 14th - 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and Preschool 4's
Sept. 15th- Kinder, 5th, 6th and Preschool 3's]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Raising Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1808601</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Benchmark will host it's annual all-school Flag Raising Ceremony at 9:30 on Monday September 11th. Parents are welcome to join!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Vision and Hearing Screenings week of Sept. 5th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1807572</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Vision and hearing screenings will be the week of Sept. 5th.  No action necessary to give permission for your child to be screened, however if you would like to opt-out there is a form at https://forms.office.com/r/8KkbR28Wds.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's 8th Bulletin - Vision for the Community]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1787250</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder's vision for the community.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2023 13:35:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Seventh Bulletin - A Vision for the Buildings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785603</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder's vision for the buildings]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jul 2023 07:31:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin 6 - Vision for the Board]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785582</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder outlines his vision for the board.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:30:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin 5]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785581</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder outlines his vision for the students.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:29:41 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin 4 - Vision for Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785578</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder outlines his vision for the teachers at Benchmark.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:26:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin 3 - Vision for Parents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785574</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Shroeder outlines his vision for Benchmark parents.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:27:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin 2 - Vision for the School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785573</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mr. Schroeder outlines his vision for the school.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:30:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal's Bulletin 1 - Overview of the Vision]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1785572</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is the first in a series of bulletins Mr. Schroeder is publishing to lay out his vision for moving forward.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:22:12 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[AZ Tax Credit for Schools Form]]></title>
				<link>http://www.benchmarkbobcats.org/apps/news/article/1352655</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Arizona's public-school tax credit program allows taxpayers to get a dollar-for-dollar credit on their taxes for donating directly to Benchmark School.
Complete the form and mail with a check to Benchmark School.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 14:15:27 -0700</pubDate>
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