Demand for Benson’s technical programs is surging as manufacturing and engineering positions are moving back to the U.S.  Out of 400+ applicants, 382 eighth graders indicated Benson as being their top choice for high school.  Unfortunately, the school district has limited the number of freshmen Benson can accept to 260, which is 20 more freshman than last year.

Read more about Benson’s increased demand over at the Portland Tribune.