Benson Polytechnic High School Alumni Association

March 20, 2014
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Class of 1994 – 20 year

Saturday, July 19th – Private party at Rock Bottom Brewery, Downtown Portland Spouses & Partners are welcome. Ticket prices are $50/person Includes 2 hours of complimentary beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages along with dinner. Classmates will gather around 9:00 pm for a … Continue reading

March 19, 2014
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The unique math of Benson’s Tech Geometry

The Oregonian’s Steve Duin filed an article about the Tech Geometry program created by two Benson teachers, Amy Slaughter and Tim Hryciw.  Much has been written about this success of this program, but now there is doubt as to its … Continue reading

March 13, 2014
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Benson crowns its 2014 Rose Festival Princess

Jasmin McKenzie was selected as Benson’s 2014 Rose Festival Princess.  She is a four sport athlete who is interested in pursuing psychology.  You can read The Oregonian’s article, complete with a video interview of Ms. McKenzie here. Benson had a … Continue reading

March 7, 2014
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Benson Athletics in peril

Its important to note that Benson’s low enrollment is artificially created by PPS. Recent years have seen the wait list for freshmen wanting to attend Benson reach over 200 students. ** Updated 3/7/2014 ** Both The Oregonian and KOIN news … Continue reading

February 25, 2014
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March to save Benson Athletics

Its important to note that Benson’s low enrollment is artificially created by PPS. Recent years have seen the wait list for freshmen wanting to attend Benson reach over 200 students. Here’s a round up of news coverage of the march … Continue reading

February 10, 2014
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Follow-up: Benson’s 5-year plan

Benson’s Site Council recently finalized their 5-year plan, which was previewed at a PPS School Board meeting last spring. Benson Polytechnic High School’s 5-Year Plan The plan outlines goals for three main focal points:  Instruction, Community Building and Development.  Each … Continue reading

February 4, 2014
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Bake Sale at Tech Show

With Valentine’s Day falling on the final day of Tech Show this year, the staff is putting together a timely fundraiser:  a Chocolate Bake Sale.  There are 3 ways for you to help: Buy some chocolate sweet treats at Tech … Continue reading