Demand for Benson’s technical programs is surging as manufacturing and engineering positions are moving back to the U.S. Out of 400+ applicants, 382 eighth graders indicated Benson as being their top choice for high school. Unfortunately, the school district has … Continue reading
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
Does anyone have any information about a recording the Benson Glee Club made in the early 70’s? If so, please email us at info [at] bensontechalumni [dot] org
Benson Alumni Band Leader, Wayne DeVore, gave a great impromptu interview to OregonSports.org at the Benson v. Jefferson game. Unfortunately, most of the band had left by then, but the two remaining players belted out the fight song with gusto! … Continue reading
(Updated 7/8/2012) Two events are planned for the Class of ’92 20-Year Reunion. For more info please contact: Patrice (Woods) Turner: princesspatrice4@gmail.com Brandie (Roley) Sims: bsimsdolphin13@gmail.com Dan Canfield: dan.canfield [at] hotmail [dot] com Casual Adult Gathering – Friday August … Continue reading
[flashvideo file=http://www.portlandworkforcealliance.org/files/6012/9650/9607/pwa_home_01_730.mov width=590 height=332 /] Located at Benson, the Portland Workforce Alliance (PWA) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was created in 2005. The goals of the Portland Workforce Alliance are to: Help provide the region with a skilled workforce. … Continue reading
Scheduled for June 8-10, 2012 Reunion Website Email: 1962benson [at] gmail [dot] com Please send us your latest contact information so we can keep you up to date on the latest details. Please have any classmates you’re still in contact … Continue reading
Some members of the class of ’63 are trying to get the ball rolling regarding their upcoming 50th reunion. Whether you’re interetested in helping organize the event or just want to be kept in the loop, contact Mark Smith at … Continue reading
Benson’s PTA needs help staffing the ticket booth for the following home basketball games: Thursday, 12/15 Benson vs Jefferson Tuesday 1/3 Benson vs Wilson Thursday 1/5 Benson vs Cleveland Tuesday 1/10 Benson vs Franklin Tuesday 1/24 Benson vs Franklin (yes … Continue reading
Daniel Achterman (’95) recently posted the first of a a multi-part series on game development. Daniel has worked in the field for the past 8 years for companies such as GasPoweredGames and ArenaNet. You can read more here: The Craft … Continue reading