Seven Dens, One Bennett Family
At our school, we have implemented a house system, modeled after Ron Clark’s Houses, to enhance the educational experience and foster a positive school culture. Research shows that such systems promote a strong sense of belonging, responsibility, and teamwork among students. By participating in a House system, students are encouraged to build unity and pride within their Den while also learning from their mistakes in a supportive environment.
Why a House system?
The Bear Den (house) system aims to cultivate a sense of belonging, encourages personal growth, and promotes teamwork and positive interactions among students
Each Den has a unique identity, color and set of values. This system sets clear expectations of behaviors from students and when students follow the “Bear Way” they have the ability to earn rewards and privileges both individually and as a Den!
How are children assigned Dens?
When your child comes to Bennett, they will be assigned a Den. They will stay in their Den for their entire time at Bennett ES.
Our Current Den Point Totals for This Quarter
Seven Dens, One Bear Family
Den Baloo
Bears in this den are known for being trustworthy; they are honest, loyal, and good friends.
Den Otto
Bears in this den are known for being resilient; they are tough, flexible, and problem solvers.
Den Koda
Bears in this den are known for being honorable; they are noble, respectable, and fair.
Den Lorek
Bears in this den are known for being brave; they are courageous, confident, and adventurous.
Den Humphrey
Bears in this den are known for being creative; they are innovative, imaginative, and open-minded.
Den Yogi
Bears in this den are known for being inquisitive; they are curious, intelligent, and analytical.
Den Po
Bears in this den are known for their perseverance; they are focused, gritty, and determined.
How are the Kids Involved?
We have a Den Rally (families may watch over a live stream) with the whole school and a Den Meeting with each Den once a quarter.
Each Wednesday we encourage the students to wear their Den colors as a Den Spirit Day and each week a few students will be chosen to do a Den challenge, a chance to earn Den Points! Each Friday we encourage the students to wear Bennett spirit wear to celebrate our Bennett family.
Our Den system provides opportunities for leadership to our 4th and 5th grade students as well.
Bennett Bear Pledge
We are seven Bear Dens,
One BENNETT Family!
As a Bennett Bear,
I promise to…
Be my best
Earn respect
Accept responsibility and
Roar with school pride!