July 23, 2013
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Comments Off on Share your thoughts on Benson’s next principal
It was recently announced that Principal Carol Campbell had been transferred to Grant High School, leaving Benson without a principal at the time of this writing. On July 22, Portland Public Schools started the search for Benson’s next principal by … Continue reading
July 22, 2013
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Comments Off on Class of 1993 – 20 year
The BHS Class of 1993 will be holding its 20 year reunion at Kenton Station, 8303 N Denver, Portland, Oregon 97217 on August 16 from 7 – 11 p.m. Spouses or partners are welcome to attend as well; no host … Continue reading
July 1, 2013
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Comments Off on Benson Community Picnic
Join us for free food and good times at our annual picnic. We’ll be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers. Bring a side dish or dessert item to share if you want. This year, we have the pleasure of the classes … Continue reading
May 14, 2013
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Comments Off on Help rebuild Benson’s College and Career Center
The Benson High School counseling staff has been working very hard to create a career center on campus to open in Fall 2013. They have a unique opportunity to reconstruct an old office area, connected with the counseling center. This … Continue reading
May 7, 2013
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Comments Off on Send our gold medalists to Nationals!
SkillsUSA in a national nonprofit organization serving high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. It is a partnership of students, teachers and industry representatives, working together to ensure America has … Continue reading
May 2, 2013
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Comments Off on Benson’s 5-year plan
Principal Carol Campbell and Site Council President Dale Bajema recently had the opportunity to present to the PPS Board of Education. Their presentation outlined the success Benson has experienced over the past year, as well as the challenges Benson will … Continue reading
April 28, 2013
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Comments Off on 2013 Scholarship season in full swing
Its that time of year where students’ years of hard work start to bear fruit in the form of scholarships, awards and the like. We’ve recently learned that Benson students Kevin Truong and Sabrina Mohammed have been awarded Gates Millennium … Continue reading
April 26, 2013
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Comments Off on State of the School Address
All are invited to attend Principal Campbell’s upcoming presentation to the school board. She will address Benson’s current programs, the challenges they are facing and her vision for the future. When: Monday, April 29th at 6pm Where: Blanchard Education Service … Continue reading
April 13, 2013
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Comments Off on Blazers’ history is about to walk out the door
Here’s a nice article from The Oregonian’s John Canzano about Chuck Charnquist, who has filled many roles with the Portland Trailblazers over his 43 years with the team. Read more over at The Oregonian.
April 8, 2013
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Comments Off on 2013 Benson Spring Cleanup
Spring is here and its time to dig Benson’s grounds out of their winter slumber. Join us on Saturday, April 20th at 8:30am for coffee, doughnuts and a good time with the Benson Community. Afterwards, enjoy a free, celebratory lunch … Continue reading