Benson Polytechnic High School Alumni Association

March 21, 2013
by Josh Piper '95
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A letter from Dale Jensen ’45

The following letter was sent to Principal Campbell from Dale Jensen ’45 earlier this year. He gave us permission to republish it here: —————————————————————- To: Principal, Benson Polytechnic High School From: Dale Jensen Subject: Benson Alumni Success Dear Principal, I … Continue reading

December 12, 2012
by Josh Piper '95
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In Memory of John Harlan

Mr. Harlan passed away on Dec. 4,, 2012. You can read about his fascinating life here. When I look back and think about the many teachers I benefited from, Mr. Harlan is towards the top of the list. The physics … Continue reading

October 27, 2012
by Josh Piper '95
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In Memory of Corwin Hardham (’92)

News of Hardham’s death comes via Dan Canfield (’92) on LinkedIn and SFGate.com. You can read more at SFGate.com. Makani Power – Hardham’s latest endeavor, has a great photo and farewell message. Squid Labs – Hardham co-founded this company in … Continue reading

September 17, 2012
by Josh Piper '95
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Sports Car Restoration

David Lambert is restoring a sports race car, supposedly constructed by Benson Polytechnic HS students in 1964-65, supervised by Jim Hurd. The car raced with Cascade Sports Car Club, with Cal Watson driving. It was powered by a DKW 3-cylinder, … Continue reading

July 6, 2012
by Josh Piper '95
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Yaw’s Top Notch

Yaw’s Top Notch Restaurant is making a comeback. You can see their website for more details. They also have a Facebook page.

March 9, 2012
by Josh Piper '95
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In Memory of Steven Sarina (’96)

You can read the full obituary here. There will be a gathering to remember Steve on Saturday March 17, 2012 from 12-4 at the Operating Engineers local 701 union hall at 555 East First Street in Gladstone Oregon. Anyone that … Continue reading