Construction updates
Benson DAG & MPC Meeting minutes and presentations have been move to here.

August 2021 Groundbreaking

View the August Groundbreaking photos here.

Stay Informed

Transportation to the Marshall Campus information for fall 2021-22

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Benson modernization Info-flyer

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Benson Online Construction Impacts Meeting

Click here to watch the video of the June 10th meeting
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View Construction Impacts information here

What Is Modernization?

Benson's proposed modernization will completely reconfigure and update learning spaces with a focus on indoor environmental quality, sustainability and historic preservation. Full modernizations retain the historic character of the school while bringing those buildings up to code and concurrently creating a more modern learning environment. This is considered the most cost-effective, sustainable way to improve Benson, due to age, condition and historic significance.
View an info-graphic that describes factors that influence the design of a future Benson High School

Get Connected
Join the Benson project mailing list at BHSMod@pps.net For more information about school building improvements, contact: 503-916-2222 or email schoolmodernization@pps.net

Benson Polytechnic Image Gallery

View photo galleries that document the project

Benson Polytechnic Aug 2021 groundbreaking photos

Project Team

Bassetti Architects is the architecture firm selected for the modernization of Benson Polytechnic High School. Since 1947, Bassetti Architects has designed places where people learn, work, play, and connect. They believe that architecture is most successful when it reflects client goals and thoughtfully interacts with the surroundings. The firm approach is to share their creative synergy and to join with clients and the community in a truly inclusive process with a commitment to excellence.

Andersen Construction is a Portland based, family owned general contractor that was founded in 1950. The company has grown steadily over the past 70  years, building many Portland landmarks including the OHSU Knight Cancer Research Building , Grant Highschool and the (renovated) St. Vincent Hospital patient tower. The Andersen Construction Foundation is an active philanthropic partner with many local community give back programs.