A Message From Principal Wilson:
Parents/Guardians,
Please be sure to provide positive support as your kids finish out this last week of school before Christmas Vacation begins. For some of our students Christmas Vacation comes with uncertainty, so please be mindful and talk to your kids if you notice any significant changes in their moods or behavior.
On behalf of the Benson Administrative Team we would like to wish everyone a joyous holiday season.
Athletic Events For The Week
*MBX=Men’s Basketball/WBX=Women’s Basketball/WR=Wrestling
Monday
6:00 WR Frosh Novice @ Lincoln TBA
4:15 WBX (JV) vs DeLaSalle @ BHS
5:45 WBX (V) vs DeLaSalle @ BHS
Tuesday
4:15 MBX (FR) @ Lincoln
5:45 MBX (JV) @ Lincoln
7:30 MBX (V) @ Lincoln
5:30 WBX (JV) @ David Douglas
7:00 WBX (V) @ David Douglas
Wednesday
6:30 WR vs Lakeridge @ BHS
Friday
4:00 MBX (FR) @ Hudson Bay
5:30 MBX (JV) @ Hudson Bay
7:00 MBX (V) @ Hudson Bay
5:45 WBX (JV) vs Barlow @ BHS
7:30 WBX (V) vs Barlow @ BHS
Seniors Pictures:
Parents,
Senior Pictures are DUE December 22nd! Have your students send them to [email protected] Be sure to include your quote in the e-mail. Spread the word; let’s get everyone’s picture in the yearbook!
A message from Ilsa Bruer (English Department):
On Thursday, January 9th, 2014, students from Ms. Bruer’s sophomore English classes will be joining author Timothy Lane for a book reading. This event will celebrate several weeks of work and collaboration with the writer and students will be reading original pieces they have composed. The event is free and is open to the public, so please come support the students as they show off their work. The event will be held at Broadway Books (1714 NE Broadway) and will begin at 7 pm on Thursday, January 9th, 2014
Congratulations to Linda McLellan and Katie Meyer:
Congratulations to Linda and Katie on winning the PYFP (Presidential Youth Fitness Program) Award.
The funding for this award – valued at more than $2,500 – provides a three-year site license to the FITNESSGRAM® assessment, associated professional development and student recognition emblems and certificates. Linda and Katie also have the option to apply for $2,000 in funding for one of the Healthy Eating Plays, in the spring of 2014. Linda and Katie are true pioneers in regards to fitness and healthy living within public schools.
A message from Amy Barras:
Our annual health fair is on Thursday, December 19th. A big thank you to the freshmen Fit2Live&Learn class for organizing the event!
Thank you to those teachers and classes who participated in our wellness challenge. Keep up the healthy work over the holidays.
HealthCorps healthy app for your smart phones is finally here! Download the app, Momentum Challenge and motivate yourself beyond the classroom! Our school code: BHS672
Amy’s Fun Fact: one M&M candy holds the same number of calories that it takes the average person to walk the length of a football field. This means that about 17 M&Ms would demand walking one mile!
A message from the PE/Health Department: (Linda McLellan and Katie Meyer)
The Health Fair is coming up. December 19th. Freshmen Fit2Live&Learn class will be hosting the 2013 Benson Health Fair. Parents are welcome. 10:30 am – 2:00 pm (with a break for lunch)
A message from the Benson Bookkeeper: (Debbie Corning)
Parents and students the deadline is quickly approaching. If you want to purchase a 2014 yearbook, the price is $50 until winter break (Dec. 20th) and $60 after winter break. You can make a check out to Benson High School. I also take cash and money orders. Remember that our student store also has sweatshirts($30), t-shirts($10), scarves($20) and beanies($15). These items make great presents. Students may stop by my office before school, lunch time and after school. Parents may stop by anytime. My hours are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
A message from Miranda Ryan (College & Career Coordinator)
Coming to Benson:
Upcoming Career Days:
Scholarships:
SAT Prep Sessions:
COLLEGE VISITS:
All visits will be held in the Counseling Center. You must sign up in the Counseling Center for these visits.
Instant Admit Days:
12/16 Western Oregon (Sign up through Naviance) 9:00am
Internships:
Apply for the Oregon Zoo ZAP (Zoo Animal Presenters) internship. This is a three year paid program for teens interested in working with children and learning about conservation education. Get your applications in the career center. Application deadline is January 22, 2014.
Work at OMSI as an Educator Apprentice. Must be between the ages of 16 to 19; Pay Rate: $8.95 – $10.50 per hour. If this sounds like the perfect position, please visit http://omsi.iapplicants.com/searchjobs.php.
OMSI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Paid summer internship deadline January 31, 2014
Apply online at bankofamerica.com/student leaders
Here is a message from the School Nurse Cindy Schlatter:
APPLY NOW to get Health Insurance starting January 1!
Cover Oregon knows many Oregonians have been waiting months, even years, for health insurance. We are encouraging all Oregonians to APPLY NOW if they want coverage to start January 1, 2014.
You can apply now in one of the following ways:
1. On your own. Visit CoverOregon.com to use the online application form. Submit it electronically, or print it out and mail or fax it to Cover Oregon. You can also call 1-855-CoverOR to request an application.
2. Through a certified insurance agent or community partner, at no cost to you. Find a searchable list of partners in your area at CoverOregon.com.
If you have questions about how to apply, call 1-855-CoverOR (1-855-268-3767) or email [email protected].
C. Wilson
Principal of Benson Polytechnic High School
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