October 29th, 2012
Benson Polytechnic High School
Parent Newsletter
Letter from the Principal:
Hello Benson Community:
The homecoming game and dance was a success. The weather held out and we had a mostly clear night for the game. Thanks to all those who helped including teachers, staff, alumni, parents, boosters and friends of Benson. I hope we can continue the tradition and host more games on Buckman Field in the future.
A special thanks to Rachel Draper, Athletic Director for her hard work in the weeks preceding the game to secure equipment such as the scoreboard, flags and PA system.
Thank you to Kevin Flink for announcing and Kevin and Steve Naganuma for broadcasting the game on KBPS with Benson graduates giving the Play-by-play. Thanks to Cathy Skach, Communications teacher for videotaping the game. We hope to continue to have video and broadcasts available for other athletic events.
There is a group of parents who are starting a booster club and they ran the concession stand and helped with clean-up.
The PTA provided gate workers and alumni helped with sideline supervision.
SEI supported students by providing food and hot chocolate.
Troy Berry, Men’s basketball coach secured the donation from Buffalo Wild Wings with proceeds going to the men’s basketball program.
Also, thank you to Anthony Stoudamire, his coaching staff and football players for helping set up for the game and make sure the field was restored after the game.
As you can see, it takes a lot of people to host an event like this and we greatly appreciate all those who helped with planning, organizing and running the first varsity football game on Buckman Field.
Carol
Senior Yearbook Pictures
Senior pictures are due December 10th. Dave Mylet is the yearbook advisor.
November Parent/Teacher Conference Schedule
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
NOVEMBER 19, 20, 2012
Period 1 or 2 8:15-9:00
Period 3 or 4 9:05-9:50
Period 5 or 6 9:55-10:40
Period 7 or 8 10:45-11:15
Lunch 11:20-12:00
Planning 12:00-12:45
Conferences 1:00-3:00 and 5:00-8:00
Breakfast
All students can get breakfast free of charge. Breakfast is served from 7:45-8:30. Those students who have late arrival can get breakfast in the cafeteria from 9:30-9:45.
Free and reduced lunch applications have to be filled out every year. The forms are available in the main office.
Upcoming Events
Make-up senior orders from Jostens October 30th
Blood Drive October 30th
Career Center News
Scholarships-information on all scholarships is available in the Career/Counseling Center. For more information contact Miranda Ryan (Career Coordinator): [email protected]. 503-916-5100 Ext. 77261
Coca-Cola Due: October 31st
Ron Brown ($10,000) Due: November 1st
Voice of Democracy Due: November 1st
Foundation for Indiv. Rights in Ed. Due: November 5th
College Visits: All visits are held in the Career/Counseling Center.
10/31 ITT Tech Lunch
11/2 Linfield College 8:15
11/13 Oregon State Univ. 9:50
11/15 Willamette University 10:00
Equity
Here is the website for the Pacific Education Group. http://www.pacificeducationalgroup.com/
PEG provides equity training for all PPS staff.
Benson teachers are strategizing on ways to build a sense of community and ways to get to know more about students’ cultures and traditions. At our next equity meeting, teachers will share their strategies.
Carol Campbell
Principal
Benson Polytechnic High School
546 NE 12th Avenue
Portland, OR 97232
503-916-5100
Fax 503-916-2690
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