January 27, 2017
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Principal Wilson recently shared some of Benson’s latest graduation statistics: Overall Summary of Benson’s Graduation Rates: The State of Oregon four-year graduation rate is 74.83% Portland Public Schools four-year graduation rate is 75.46% Benson’s four-year graduation rate is 89.3% Graduation … Continue reading
July 19, 2016
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Over the past few months much news has emerged regarding PPS’ infrastructure needs related to lead, radon and asbestos abatement. This, coupled with increasing construction costs, may cause at least one of the slated high schools to not be included … Continue reading
May 5, 2016
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Over the past few years, Benson has been exploring an innovative method for teaching algebra and geometry through hands-on activities. The geometry curriculum (aka Tech Geometry) has typically resulted in a freestanding shed that the students design and build themselves, … Continue reading
March 28, 2016
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Congratulations to Cynthia Aguilar-Arizmendi for being named as Benson’s 2016 Rose Festival Princess. Cynthia boasts an impressive resume including serving as student body president, captain of the women’s soccer team and much more. You can view photos of the coronation … Continue reading
February 23, 2016
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** Updated 3/14/2016 ** – Make plans to join us at the next public input session on Saturday, 4/2 from 9am – noon. Food was provided at the last meeting, so I would guess this meeting would be no different. … Continue reading
February 19, 2016
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The new Benson Student Health Center opened its doors in grand fashion last week. The 1,400 sq. ft. facility will make medical and dental care more accessible to Benson’s students through on-site services and improved access to county resources. You … Continue reading
January 15, 2016
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The district has presented plans to increase the number of students allowed to enter Benson over the coming years. While only 275 students were enrolled last year (ignoring a sizable waitlist), next year’s freshman class should grow to 300 students … Continue reading
December 18, 2015
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PPS has published a nice article giving more detail about the new Benson Wellness Center that is being built, including how it has partnered with CareOregon to fund the project.
September 30, 2015
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Shasta Kerns Moore, with the Portland Tribune, has posted a wonderful look at the coming Benson Tech Wellness Center and the effort that has made it a reality.
August 17, 2015
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Through the continuous efforts of a few indefatigable supporters — namely Benson Tech Counselor Amy Henry and Planning Coordinator Doreen Roozee, whose testimony last week before the Budget Committee of the PPS Board capped off an 18-month effort — an … Continue reading