October 14th 2013
A Message From Principal Wilson:
I would like to say how excited I was to visit with Benson’s own BotFest seminar that was put on by our own Robotics Club here at Benson Polytechnic High School this past Saturday from 10am-3pm in the cafeteria. Our students hosted other likeminded students who love engineering, science and technology and gave demonstrations on how to build robots, keep notebooks and the work that goes into a robotics competition.
This year’s BotFest was specifically oriented towards rookies and the Benson robotics staff and students did a terrific job in organizing the event.
I’m looking forward to BotFest 2014
New Basketball Coaches:
I would like to announce that Benson has hired two new basketball coaches for our men’s and women’s basketball program. Earl Clark (Benson grad) and Eric Knox will lead our basketball programs this upcoming season. Mr. Clark will be leading the men’s program and Mr. Knox will be leading the women’s program. Both coaches will bring hard work, excitement and a committed attitude to our program.
Let’s welcome both coaches to the Benson family.
A Message from Vice Principal Carbone
Attention: There will a special schedule this week!!
Wednesday, October 16th – Early release 8:15 to 12:00 PM (lunch at noon)
Thursday, October 17th – Late opening 10:00 to 3:15 PM (optional advisory from 8:15 to 10:00 AM)
The State of Oregon is asking all districts to administer the PSAT test to all 10th graders this year at no charge. Benson Polytechnic High School will be administering the PSAT to all sophomores and some juniors at 8AM on the morning of Wednesday, October 16th, 2013.
We expect all 10th grade TECHMEN AND TECHSTERS to be prepared to take this test on Wednesday by: having a good night’s sleep Tuesday night followed by a good breakfast; coming with a pencil and calculator; and being on time at 8AM on Wednesday. Bringing a snack to eat during the break is recommended. Late students will not be admitted to the test.
If you have any questions about the PSAT test, feel free to contact Jeandré Carbone at [email protected] or 503-916-5100 x77126
Special activities are also planned for freshman, juniors, and seniors. All grades are expected to attend.
Thursday will be a late opening for our monthly advisory period. The advisory is scheduled from 8:15 to 10:00 to provide extra support for students in classes where they are having difficulty. If your son or daughter needs extra help in a class, all teachers will be available in their classrooms on Thursday morning to provide that extra help. Please take advantage of the opportunity and send your student to the advisory period.
A Message from Amy Barras
HealthCorps Happenings at Benson High School:
This past week, Chef’s Club had their first meeting. Students were taken on a tour of the kitchen and they learned basic knife skills. They practiced chopping, slicing, and dicing by making a fall- inspired, fruit salad. Chef’s Club will meet every Tuesday from 3:30-5:00 pm in room k-2 (next to the cafeteria kitchen). All students are welcome to join at any time!
On Saturday, October 12th Chef’s Club students will make breakfast and lunch for BotFest! The menu includes turkey and veggies wraps and a couple other fun surprises.
Benson’s Documentary “The Heart of the Matter” is scheduled to show on October 16th at the school. For a sneak peak to hear about the HealthCorps program and the film check out this link to Health Currents Radio: http://pearlnaturalhealth.com/2013/10/podcast-health-heart-matter/
Keep your eyes peeled for the next podcast scheduled to air in a week with an interview from our student, Maya Brown, her Mom, and Health/PE teacher, Katie Meyer.
Facebook! Like our page: HealthCorps at Benson High School for the latest updates from Ms. Amy, health tips, pictures, videos and more.
Amy’s Fun Fact: A pair of feet have 500,000 sweat glands and can produce more than a pint of sweat a day.
A Message For Our Seniors:
Benson High School Class of 2014: Graduation Information Packets were handed out in Senior English. It contains information about ordering your Senior’s graduation announcements, Cap & Gown and other cool graduation products. Be sure your student brings the information packet home. Graduation orders need to be placed on: October 17th at school.
School Meals
Students who were receiving free or reduced-price meal benefits at the end of last year must fill out a NEW meal application for the current school year in order to receive school meals or other fee reductions such as athletic fees or low cost internet. Students who have NOT submitted a NEW application will be required to pay full price for school meals starting Monday, October 14th. It is easy and confidential to apply online for free and reduced-price meals. You will find the link to the online application on our school web site.
Breakfast
All students can get breakfast free of charge. Breakfast will be served from 7:45-8:15. Please encourage your students to arrive to school on time in order to receive breakfast.
Attendance
One of the main reasons students struggle in school is poor attendance. Please help ensure students attend every day and arrive to school on time. We have an automated phone system that calls parents when a student has missed a class. You may also receive a call from teachers and/or administrators when a student is not attending regularly.
Site Council
If any parents or students are interested in being a part the Benson’s Site Council team we will be having our monthly Site Council meeting on Tuesday Oct. 15th in the Benson Library classroom which is located in the Library. The meeting will go from 4pm-5:30pm. Please consider being a part of the Benson Site Council team.
PTSA
If any parents or students are interested in being a part of Benson’s PTSA (Parent, Teacher, Student Association) we will be having our monthly scheduled meeting on Tuesday Oct. 15th in the Benson Library classroom which is located in the Library. The meeting will go from 7pm-9pm. Please consider being a part of the Benson PTSA team.
National College Fair
Friday November 1st from 9am-12:00pm and Saturday November 2nd from 1:00pm-5:00pm at the Oregon Convention Center (777 NE MLK BLVD) Admission is FREE and Parking is $10.00
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