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Principal's Weekly Newsletter
Benson Polytechnic High School November 6th 2023
A Message to our Parents/Guardians: Information Platforms for Benson Tech
Please be sure to follow me on X (Formerly Known As Twitter @BensonTechPride. (X)
Please be sure to go to our PPS/BHS Website at www.pps.net/benson for important school information, events and school activities that will be happening throughout the school year. (PPS/Benson Tech Website Calendar)
Parents/Guardians please be sure to download the Trivory App for up to date information regarding Benson Tech. This is a great communication tool for Benson Tech and we highly encourage all parents/guardians and students to stay connected with the school by downloading the app. https://trivory.com/
(Trivory App)
Principal Wilson
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Gather Information From Our Benson Tech Website
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each year in November. It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation.
Since time immemorial, Native communities have passed down rich cultures, knowledge, traditions, and ways of life. Despite centuries of violence and oppression, Native peoples remain resilient and proud. Today, Native Americans are essential to the fabric of the United States.
For Up to Date Information Regarding Family Resources & Messaging from PPS Please See Below
Please also visit our public, community-facing “Family Resources During a Strike” webpage (https://www.pps.net/strikeresources).
PTA Clothing Center
The PTA Clothing Center at Marshall campus will be available on Mondays and Thursdays, from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, by appointment. Students can get clothing center referrals from their school counselor or administration staff. Contact Tanesha Dawson to schedule an appointment (tdawson1@pps.net; C: 971-706-3332; O: 503-916-3216 Ext:63216)
Nutrition Services
PPS will provide grab and go meals for free for all kids, ages 1-18, and all current PPS students during the strike. With special permission from USDA, schools with over 50% of their student enrollment eligible for free and reduced priced meals (or a school within the attendance boundary of an eligible school) were approved to provide grab and go meal services in the event of a school closure due to a strike/work stoppage.
Families may come to the closest neighborhood school that is serving meals (except for the locations listed below).
Building access: Nutrition Services team members will be preparing meals within their assigned kitchens and serving from inside the building to visiting parents/community members - no one will be serving outside. Services will be done at an identified doorway. Specific building access locations where families can pick up the meals have been determined by facilities and nutrition services and are indicated on the maps linked on the Schools/Programs spreadsheet.
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
2 days worth of meals on Tuesdays (Tuesday and Wednesday),
1 day worth of meals on Wednesday (for Thursday)
2 days worth of meals on Thursdays (for Friday and Monday)
Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Staffing: Nutrition Services’ staff will provide services at available locations.
Meals will NOT be available at the following schools. Families can go to another nearby PPS school to pick up meals:
Abernethy
Access
Ainsworth
Alameda
Alliance at Meek
Beverly Cleary
Bridger Creative Science
Bridlemile
Capitol Hill
Cleveland
daVinci
Duniway
Forest Park
Gray
Hayhurst
Kenton
Laurelhurst
Lewis
Llewellyn
Maplewood
MLC
Odyssey at East Sylvan
Richmond
Rieke
Rose City Park
Sellwood
Skyline
Stephenson
Sunnyside
Winterhaven
Parent/Teacher Conferences Coming November 20th and 21st
Parents and Guardians,
Benson HS will hold our Parent Teacher conferences on November 20th and 21st. November 20th will be by appointment, either virtually or in person at Marshall campus. November 21st will be in person arena style at Marshall campus, drop-in only. Scheduling for November 20th will occur through myconferencetime.com/bensonhs starting the morning of November 6th and will close on November 19th.
Please go to this central conference information page for instructions on booking appointments, are for times by day for both appointment and drop-in sessions.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dRhjYzmZHQaVzBBJc85jOac9MZ0GH4rDOCLXLdwG0k0/edit?usp=sharing
At this time Parent/Teacher Conferences are still scheduled for November 20th and 21st. When the bargaining discussions ends between PPS and PAT and there is a resolution we will let you all know if the Parent/Teacher Conference dates have shifted.
Sara Callies (she/her/hers)
Vice Principal
Benson Polytechnic High School
503-916-5100
School Based Health Centers
PPS School Based Health Centers will remain operational during the strike. Services will be provided both in person and virtually, including new patient appointments. Specific plans for allowing patients and service providers into the building will be coordinated with the security and facilities teams.
A Message From Benson's School Nurse Regarding Free Urgent Dental Care
Please open up the attachment in order to obtain important information regarding free Urgent Dental Care.
Nurse Patty
A Message from Benson's Athletic Director Jessica Russell
Benson Tech Families,
Athletics Update
Winter sports: Winter sports begin Monday, November 13! Athletes need to be cleared by Wednesday, November 8 to guarantee participation on the first day. Please register here. Coaches will contact those who have registered with the first week details, including what to wear and/or bring to practice. Contact the athletic director, the program head coach, or swing by Benson during meal handouts (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM) to make sure you're cleared for the first day.
Strike & Athletics the Week of 11/6: If the strike continues, Benson Tech will continue to put winter preseason practices on hold.
Football Update: The head coach role has been posted on the PPS website and numerous people have applied.
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Jessica Russell
Athletic Director
Benson High School
- Sign up for sports at Benson here!
- Do you know of a current or former athlete who has done something awesome? Click this link to share their accomplishment with us.
- Need a blank physical exam form? Links are below.
Languages: English | Spanish | Vietnamese | Chinese | Russian | Arabic | Chuukese | Japanese | Somali | Ukrainian | Marshallese | Swahili - Here is a link to the Benson Wellness Center, where you can schedule a physical exam.
A Message from Benson Tech Boosters
Please note that these are the Social Media accounts that Tech Boosters utilizes.
IG: https://instagram.com/bensontechboosters
FB:
1. Tech Pride Volunteer Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/249682755724268
2. Benson Polytechnic HS Students, Alumni, & Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/285304718185521
3. Benson Polytechnic HS
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bensontech/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
A Message from the Yearbook Advisor Greg Huntington
Hello Benson Tech High School Parents,
Time is ticking, and the opportunity to secure your child's yearbook at the current price of $50 won't last forever! As the year unfolds, the memories are piling up, and we want to make sure your student's journey is beautifully documented.
Pre-order your Benson Tech High School yearbook now to lock in this fantastic price! Prices will increase several times as we approach the end of the year, so act quickly to save.
Stay in the loop and get important updates by following us on Instagram @benson_blueprint_yearbook.
Don't wait, pre-order today, and let's capture these unforgettable moments together!
To place your order, visit https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks .
Warm regards,
Benson Yearbook Class
Reserve your 2024 Yearbook today!
To All Benson Tech Community Members:
You can pre-order a 2023-2024 yearbook today! Click THIS LINK TO ORDER.
Follow the prompts on Josten’s website to find Benson’s order form. The Cost is $50 through September. Don’t wait! The Cost goes up on October 1st.
For the families of Seniors:
Honor your graduate with a Yearbook Recognition Ads! They are the perfect way to commemorate achievements and celebrate milestones. In addition, revenues from Recognition Ads help our school create a better yearbook that is more accessible to all.
To purchase your ad online, follow the instructions on the link below or call (800) 358-0800. Josten’s is responsible for our school's yearbook ad sales. Please do not send materials to the school, but the yearbook advisor, Greg Huntington (ghunting@pps.net), is happy to answer any questions.
For more information, see the attached Flyer.
The Benson Blueprint
If you would like to make a charitable contribution to Benson Tech please see the options and links below.
Charitable Contributions
Item Link
GENERAL DONATION - BENSON https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/GENERAL-DONATION--BENSON-/SeFNCY
ART PROGRAM DONATION - BENSON https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/ART-PROGRAM-DONATION--BENSON-/SbMaPfE
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT DONATION - BENSON https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/SCIENCE-DEPARTMENT-DONATION--BENSON/SeyAd7s
LIBRARY DONATION - BENSON https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/LIBRARY-DONATION--BENSON/ScTVMTs
HEALTH SCIENCE (HOSA) DONATION - BENSON https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/HEALTH-SCIENCE-HOSA-DONATION--BENSON/SGsYQX
Fees
Item Link
YEARBOOK 2023/24 - BENSON https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/YEARBOOK-202324--BENSON/Sed25pN
PIL ATHLETICS PAY TO PLAY, $200 PER SPORT OR $35 IF YOU QUALIFY FOR FREE/REDUCED LUNCH https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Benson--PIL-Athletic-Fee/SUX9Ow
An Important Message from the Benson Tech PE Department
Benson Tech 9th Grade Families,
Welcome to Benson Polytechnic High School! We look forward to working with you and your student during this upcoming school year. We as the Fit 2 Live & Learn Team are excited to bring you one of the most unique and comprehensive Physical Education and Health experiences in the state. In order to provide this experience, we ask that you provide Freshman Safety Equipment and Field Trip donations if possible. This is in place of “fees” that are typically charged and goes directly towards safety equipment such as uniforms and provides experiences like bowling, etc. that promote school climate and pride throughout the freshman class and Benson Tech as a whole.
Please help us in supporting our PE Department with a $20 donation that we will utilize for PE Uniforms and Equipment for our freshman PE students. Just click on the link and it will take you directly to SchoolPay where you can make your donation to the Benson Tech PE department. https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Benson--PE--9th-Grade-Uniforms/SdXKDdQ
Thank you in advance for your support!
Go Astros!
-Fit 2 Live & Learn Team (Monty Catabay, Michelle Cvitanich, and Sam Glasgow)