Benson Polytechnic High School Alumni Association

Basketball Fundraisers

The Boys Basketball team will be traveling to Oahu, Hawaii during winter break to play in the Punahou Invitational, so they need all the help they can get to offset their travel costs. Here are two great ways you can … Continue reading

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

Every skill opens another door…

Susan Nielsen, of the Oregonian, recently spent some time with several Benson seniors in an effort to understand the resurgence of CTE (Career Technical Education).  Read on to learn what she found out.

Manufacturers Tour Benson High School

Representatives from the manufacturing industry toured Benson High School’s Career Technical Education Programs, specifically in the areas of Automotive, Construction, Electrical and Manufacturing On Oct. 25 and Nov. 1, 2013.  The 40 professionals that visited all agreed that skilled employees … Continue reading

Planning your next reunion

Are you interested/involved with planning your class’ upcoming reunion?  We’re here to help.  We have a growing database of contact information, as well as an active presence on Facebook (also here), Twitter and LinkedIn.  Let us help you publicize your … Continue reading

KBPS to air live elections results

Tune in to AM 1450 tonight at 7:30pm for a live election results program hosted by KPBS grads.  Too far away?  No worries!  You can stream KPBS live by visiting their home page.

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

Benson wins $20K from the Oregon Community Foundation

What started as an after-school club has grown to become a hugely positive influence on Benson’s student population.  Under the direction of Amy Barras, Benson’s HealthCorps program has broadened students’ health and physical education knowledge through efforts such as after-school … Continue reading

Seeking 1973 Benson H.S. newspaper

I am seeking a March.1973 Benson H.S. newspaper to look at.I will pay $600 if I find what I’m looking for. 503 921-0295 pager. E-mail address: fulltire [at] yahoo [dot] com

Class of 1982 – 30 year

The 30 year reunion will be October 20, 2012 – 7:00pm at The Oasis Room (at Wild Bill’s Casino) 13315 NE Airport Way suite 700, Portland, Oregon 97230. Come enjoy hot and cold hors d’ouevres, music, and good times with … Continue reading