Benson Polytechnic High School Alumni Association

Portland Tribune features KBPS

The Portland Tribune recently featured an interview with Kevin Flink, longtime Benson radio instructor and current KPBS operations manager.  The article has a great summary of all the positive changes Flink has instituted since his return.  You can read more … Continue reading

OIT and Benson form partnership

The pathway to quality technical careers became a little more clear last Friday.  On February 1st, the leaders of Benson High School and the Oregon Institute of Technology entered into a partnership that will provide a multitude of new opportunities … Continue reading

Sgt Milton Hoch USMC: the survivor

Here’s a great read that was sent in to us about Sgt. Milton Hoch and his mini biography since leaving Benson. http://oregoncatalyst.com/21030-sgt-milton-hoch-usmc-survivor.html

Tech Show 2013

Dates: February 21st & 22nd Time: 6-9pm Cost: Free! Stop by the “Alumni Room” (aka the Old Gym) to flip through yearbooks and catch up with old friends while enjoying free refreshments. We also hope to have live demonstrations from … Continue reading

Join us in 2013

Now is the perfect time for you to join us in 2013! (Join/Renew online) Our annual membership drive is underway and we would be honored to have your support this year. Over the past year, membership funds have allowed us … Continue reading

Class of 1973 – 40 year

Benson High School, Class of 1973, will be celebrating their 40-Year Reunion on August 16, 2013. The Reunion Celebration scheduled for Friday night will be held at Windows Skyroom (formerly Top of the Cosmo) at the Red Lion Portland Convention Center, beginning at 7:00 PM.  For … Continue reading

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