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Benson High News

ESL teacher Emily Allison helping sophomore Nordine Abarikiwe (left) and freshman Jeanette Moise with their five paragraph essay project.
Educating a new generation of Americans
Samuel Soe, Reporter • May 4, 2026

Becoming an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher is essential for the future of the United States by helping immigrants adjust to American culture. Entering a new country with diverse cultural standards is a journey...

Health Academy Awards
Health Academy Awards
Jack Agbeve May 1, 2026

Actors plays in Macbeth during Benson High School performance.
Advocating for the arts through acting
Maya Apedjinou, Social Media Manager • April 28, 2026

Drama is an important form of artistic expression that is often overlooked within local schools in the Omaha district. The Rose theater is combatting this by performing plays throughout Omaha Public Schools to connect with...

Lara Reimche smiles with exchange family during the senior night memorial video.
Cheerleading across the world
Maya Apedjinou, Social Media Manager • March 6, 2026

Senior night is a special celebration for every athlete who has spent their high school career dedicated to putting in effort into the sport. Family, friends and staff from all around come to celebrate...

Senior Paw Win works in the school store by heat pressing shirts after receiving a order.
Senior hones craft as apart of The Bunny Cage
Beysi Sierra, Reporter • March 6, 2026

At the start of each school year, the Bunny Cage gets a new batch of interns, but this year does not just include new interns, but also a new store manager. Promoted from a simple business student to the...

Sophomore senator Sarah Htoo manages money and explains payment options at the Valentine’s Day candy gram table the week before Valentine’s Day to fundraise for future student council events.
Student leaders use sweet treats to spread love
Maya Apedjinou, Social Media Manager • February 19, 2026

February commemorates the season of love with Valentine’s Day items decorating the aisles of stores around the United States. Fortunately, due to Benson’s student leaders, this festive spirit was able...

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Senior Garianne Levy prepares to greet her opponent before a wrestling duel between Benson and Northwest on Dec. 4th.
Garianne Levy: the new age of wrestling
Rakim Hayes, Editor-In-Chief • February 6, 2026

Senior Garianne Levy has been nothing short of remarkable as a student athlete. Noted for her effort and drive as both a student and a wrestler,...

Senior Maya Coleman takes a breather while participating in swim team practice.
The weight of being a three-sport student athlete
Hserblut Soe, Managing Editor • February 6, 2026

Athletes are known for the dedication and the hard work they put into their sports. But with the option to take three sports a year, what does...

Assistant coaches Jayden Swensen and Jacob Gigax in the football season opener at home.
Benson struggles to maintain coaching consistency
Rakim Hayes and Maya Apedjinou January 26, 2026

There has been a consistent challenge Benson has experienced over the past half-decade: inconsistent coaching. As coaching positions shift through...

Junior Avant Vaugn puts off his work while looking at his phone.
Procrastination, its effects on both students, staff
Ronal Sierra, Reporter • April 22, 2026

Procrastination is something many people may struggle with as it is a common habit many students, or even adults can have. Just because procrastination...

Student waits for a ride following the school day.
Open campuses, the good, the bad & the ugly
Moe Reh, Reporter • April 22, 2026

Right now, there are no open campuses in Omaha Public Schools due to its policy, but students and staff are demanding them. According to The...

Former Trump National Security Advisor and retired three-star Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn speaks during the AmericaFest 2024 conference sponsored by conservative group Turning Point in Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. December 20, 2024.  REUTERS/Cheney Orr
Governor plans to implement TPUSA chapters in all Nebraska high schools
Benson High Staff February 27, 2026

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has recently started an initiative to expand the conservative advocacy group, Turning Point USA’s (TPUSA) Club...

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