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 →
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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 →
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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 →
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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 →
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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.
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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 →
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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 →
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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.
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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 →
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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 →
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