Bringing Computer Science Back to the High Schools
TEALS is an interesting approach for bringing computer science back into high schools across the country. You can read more about it in this New York Times article or at their website. I wonder how many Benson grads we have … Continue reading →
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Homecoming 2012
This year’s homecoming game will be played on the newly renovated Buckman Field. Principal Carol Campbell has asked that Benson’s alumni assist in making the game a success. This is the first game at Buckman Field in recent memory and … Continue reading →
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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 →
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2012 Hood to Coast Relay Record Includes Benson Alums
The 12-member speed walking team, “The Soulful Brothers”, including Benson alumni such as Leon McKenzie, Josh Hickman and Justin Johnson (possibly more), competed in the Hood to Coast Relay this weekend. Read more about it over at the Oregonian: http://bit.ly/SCXpbJ … Continue reading →
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Job Opening: Health Occupations Teacher (Dental)
Benson needs a new dental instructor for the coming school year. Who better to fill the position than a Benson Alum who completed the program and worked in the field? If you agree, please read on to see if you … Continue reading →
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2012 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to the four students who were selected to receive Benson Alumni Scholarships this year. Duaci Lee, Radio Broadcasting major. She will be attending Mt. Hood CC for their Pre-Med program. Spencer Paxton, Electric Technology major. She will be attending … Continue reading →
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2012 Recruitment Video
Take a minute and watch the student-created recruitment video that was used to generate over 400 applications for the schools ~260 openings. Really amazing work. Congratulations to all involved.
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Benson Clean Up – Community Care Day
Help us get Benson spiffed up for the new school year! Bring your yard tools (clearly marked with your name). The district will provide water, t-shirts, fruit and coffee for the volunteers. When: Saturday 8/25 from 9am – noon. Where: … Continue reading →
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Benson Cheer Fundraiser
Get your car washed for a good cause! Saturday, 8/11 from 11am – 3pm Hollywood Chevron (map) 4719 NE Sandy Blvd.
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Benson Community Picnic
Join us for free food and good times at our annual picnic. Enjoy presentations from the Alumni Pep Band, the Benson Robotics Club and the Alumni Association. We’ll be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers. Feel free to bring a side … Continue reading →
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