Benson Polytechnic High School Alumni Association

A new era for Benson Girls Basketball

The Portland Tribune has posted a story about Benson Girls Basketball, their new coach and the many new players that comprise the team. They opened their preseason play with a successful Jamboree at Wilsonville HS, followed by their first home … Continue reading

Class of 2005 – 20 year reunion

** Updated 8/19/2025 ** When: September 12th, 2025, 7-9pm Where: McMenamins Broadway Pub (1504 NE Broadway) Cost: $45/person (includes entry, appetizers and one drink ticket) It’s been 20 years since we roamed the halls of Benson—and now it’s time to trade homework … Continue reading

Ready! Set! Go Tech!

The Benson TechBoosters are holding their annual fundraiser now through October 12th. Every dollar you donate will go towards supporting Benson students and staff. Be sure to include your class year in the notes section when making your donation. The … Continue reading

2024 Annual Meeting

Our annual meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 18th at 5:30pm. This will be a hybrid meeting – you are welcome to join us in-person (at Benson, enter through main doors) or online. Please email us for more information.

Class of 1959 – 65 year reunion

When: Saturday, September 14th 2024, 11:30am – 6:00pmWhere: Yamhill, OR, 97148Cost: $10 per personRSVP: Email Doug Van Zanten at dvz44 [at] comcast [dot] net The Benson Class of 59 will be celebrating 65 years as graduates this September 14th at … Continue reading

You’re invited to the Grand Opening!

The newly renovated 12th Avenue campus is nearly complete and we’re ready to celebrate the new campus, as well as all those that had a hand in making this dream a reality! See more at our Grand Opening Celebration page.

Benson Model T’s live on

There’s a great article over in the Portland Tribune about alumni Clayton Paddison’s (Class of ’03) bond with a pair of Ford Model T’s which also have a Benson connection.

OSAA Scholarship goes to Benson grad

Congratulations to recent Benson Graduate, Shekinah Castillo, for being awarded an OSAA Player of the Game Scholarship. Shekinah graduated with a 4.008 weighted GPA, was captain of the girl’s volleyball and tennis teams and the president of Benson’s Impact Club, … Continue reading

Meet the PIL’s next possible tennis star…

Benson Freshman, Carlyta Barfield, had a solid first run at the OSAA State Tennis Tournament this year. The Portland Tribune has an excellent article on Carlyta, her early success and the impact she’s having on Benson’s tennis program:

Benson Freshman wins PIL Tennis title

Hello Benson Tech Community, This week, the girls played the District Tennis tournament. Carlyta Barfield, a freshman, took home the District champion title and qualified for state. On day 1 of Districts (May 15th), Carlyta received a bye and played … Continue reading