A Message From Principal Wilson:
Parents/Guardians,
I’d like to welcome all of your students back to school and hope that you and your kids had a restful and relaxing holiday season. I am excited to be returning to school Monday morning and look forward to a robust and fruitful second half of the school year once students complete their finals later this month.
Athletic Events For The Week
*MBX=Men’s Basketball/WBX=Women’s Basketball/WR=Wrestling
Tuesday: January 7th
4:15 MBX (FR) vs Franklin @ BHS
5:45 MBX (JV) vs Franklin @ BHS
7:30 MBX (V) vs Franklin @ BHS
5:45 WBX (JV) @ Franklin
7:30 WBX (V) @ Franklin
Wednesday: January 8th
6:30 WR vs Cleveland & Madison @ BHS
Friday: January 10th
5:45 WBX (JV) vs Madison @ BHS
7:30 WBX (V) vs Madison @ BHS
Saturday: January 11th
4:00 MBX vs Madison @ Marshall
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 the Benson Counseling Staff of Amy Henry and Steve Wren:
Parents here are a few things we want to make sure you don’t miss:
College Goal Oregon: College Goal Oregon is a FREE event designed to help Oregon college-bound students and their families with the financial aid application process. Everyone is invited to attend a session in January. Financial aid professionals will be on hand to help families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Oregon Student Access Commission (OSAC) scholarship application. More information at: http://collegegoaloregon.gov/faqs.html.
College Goal Oregon Dates/Locations:
Saturday, January 11th 9-12pm – Portland Community College – Cascade, Rock Creek, Southeast, and Sylvania campuses.
Math Tutoring: The counseling center is now offering FREE math tutoring on Thursdays from 3:30-5:00pm for students in Algebra 1 – Pre-Calculus. Feel free to drop in any Thursday and get help with math in the counseling center!
The Benson Counseling Staff
A message from Miranda Ryan (College & Career Coordinator)
Coming to Benson:
Upcoming Career Days:
Oregon Humane Society Career Day: January 15, 2014 applications due by January 9, 2014
Portland Parks & Recreation Career Day: 1/24/14 Summer employment opportunities
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.
1/10/14 Wyotech 10:00
Choose to train for a variety of career fields. At WyoTech, you get all the tools and support you need to follow your career dreams. WyoTech offers programs in Automotive Technology, Collision Refinishing, Diesel Technology, HVAC, Marine Technology, Motorcycle Technology, Plumbing and Electrical.
Instant Admit Days:
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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