Benson Polytechnic High School - BluePrint Yearbook (Portland, OR)

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LEFT: Algebra teacher Floyd Simmons enjoys a good chuckle with his class. FAR LEFT: Mr. Henry is one of Benson's complete math teachers because of his ability to teach all levels of mathematics, from general math to calculus and computer math, ABOVE LEFT: Jim Kittleson contemplates a story problem during an introductory algebra course. ABOVE: Herman. one of Benson's computer terminals, rebels against the commands of Dave Menicosy.

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ath Students Enioy Variety The Benson mathematics department offered an unusually well-rounded program of courses with something for everybody who wished to improve his mathematics skills and understanding. These offerings included both a full complement of studies for technical-vocational majors as well as the more customary program for college bound students. State of Oregon graduation requirements include only one year of mathematics, but in order to further achieve its educational goals, Benson has long requested a minimum of two years for its students with a majority taking even more. A total of twelve full-year courses are available ranging from general mathematics, and elementary algebra to technical math, computer math, and an all city calculus class. Students were urged to take as much mathematics as their interests, aptitudes, and vocational plans dictate. In addition to providing mathematics for everyone, Benson has long had a significant number of outstanding mathematicians. This has particularly been reflected in success in regional and national competition. In the last ten years. the Benson mathematics team has not failed even one time to earn a national award. For six of these years, Benson won the city of Portland mathematics championship and, these same years, gained a first, two seconds, and two thirds, in the state of Oregon. Because of able students, capable teachers, and vital mathematical efforts, Benson has rightfully earned the reputation of having one of the finest high school mathematics programs anywhere.

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and Has Rosy Year' This year the Benson Tech band performed as a marching unit at football games. They also played at the Tech Show. 49er, Yuletide Sing, Area Two Band Festival and concerts at other schools in the city. Pep band performed at home basketball games and various grade schools. Concert band was directed by Mr. Harold Rowe. Student director of the Pep band was Dave Capps. Drum Major was Craig Weatherspoon. Band organization was charged to the Ex-Board, consisting of: President Mark Overton, Vice-President Dave Capps. Sergeant Willis Olson, Secretary Robert Bailey, Treasurer Robert Ross, Librarian Craig.Weatherspoon, Ass't Librarian Keith Belz. As a grand finale the entire band marched in the Rose Festival parade. RIGHT: Drum Major, Craig Weatherspoon, takes a break from his duties as band leader. FAR RIGHT: FRONT: C. Weatherspoon. FIRST RANK: T. Davis. C. Peake, D. John, R. Scholz, J. Earsly, M. Scheurman. SECOND RANK: T. Taule. B. Bachman, T. Nicholson, R. Lewis, L. Slaughter, M. Gerlicher. THIRD RANK: D. Capps, R. Drake, R. Ross. G. Booth, D, Foster, M. Overton. FOURTH RANK: S. Hill. M. Hutchins, D. Buall, C. Nemetschek. M. Miller, R. Bailey. FIFTH RANK: G. Whalen, S. Jensen, J. Schroder, D. Zeidlach. T. Brown. S. Hamlin. SIXTH RANK: D. Menicosy, F. Teed. R, Drake, A. Henifin. SEVENTH RANK: R. Schroder, D. Stanwood, W. Goldsmith. M. Veley, Burnison, D. Freeman. EIGHTHVRANK: W. Olson, P. Pattee, J. Anderson. G. Rice. P, Winn. D. Landis. NINTH RANK: D. Parson. C. Bowman, D. Stanwood, B. Foster, K. Mattoon, E. Bahneman. TENTH RANK: F. Battilega. D. Thorstad, D. Twiss. R. Johnson, G. Leupold, D. Sampson. ELEVENTH RANK: K. Fermenick, T. Hammond, K. Belz, D. Monaghan. F. Kreiger, R. Miller. TWELFTH RANK: D. Richardson. FAR RIGHT BELOW: Mr. Rowe hears a mistake, looks disgustedly at the solo clarinets, and makes a comment on the same group. BELOW MIDDLE: Dave Capps leads the Pep band in Get it on, BELOW: KNEELING: R. Scholz, T. Davis, C. Weatherspoon, M. Overton, R. Ross, D. Capps. STANDING: T. Taule. R. Drake. M. Scheurman. D. John. F. Kreiger, W. Goldsmith, T. Nicholson, R. Lewis, K. Belz, T. Hammond, D. Parson. B. Foster. M. Miller, E. Bahneman, M. Burnison, A. Henifin, G. Booth. Not pictured A. Bradford, C. Dean, T. Elwood, D. Nelson, D. Vann, J. Winters, C. Coleman. W. Olson. Not pictured Pep band: J. Schroeder, W. Olson.