The drawings of Finn Henwood (Grade 12) and Malcolm Chapel (Grade 10) were honored at the ESD 112 Superintendent's Art Show. Henwood's drawing "Grasp" qualified for the State Superintendent's Art Show in Olympia, WA!

2023 SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ART SHOW UPDATE! 

Congratulations to our talented Hockinson High School student winners of the 2023 Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show! In addition to the recognition from ESD 112, all student artists who were recognized with an award in this year’s Art Show also received scholarships from the Department of Art + Design at Central Washington University, and/or Pacific Northwest College of Art.

   We are so excited to announce Hockinson High School Student winners of the 2023 Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show below! 

Hockinson Schools are preparing for parent-teacher conferences, spring break, and a strong finish to the 2022-23 school year! Check out the latest HSD News Round Up to learn about $55,000 in scholarships available to HHS students, levy-funded clubs, activities, and projects, and important end-of-the-year reminders.

Motors have been revving - ok, buzzing - at Hockinson Heights Elementary School as 29 students spent the last few months preparing to compete in the county-wide Solar Car Challenge. This engineering competition, hosted by Clark Public Utilities, was open to all school districts across Clark County. Several of HHES teams finished in second and third place in multiple categories.

HHS members of Team Mean Machine celebrated their first victory of the 2023 "Charged Up" Season on Saturday, March 11. 

Read all about it! HSD environmental efforts, Jazzercise generosity, career education, solar cars and more in the March 6 edition of the HSD News Round-Up.

School is CANCELLED Friday, February 24, 2023. While road conditions are mostly clear in Hockinson, some area roads present potentially unsafe driving conditions for student and staff travel to our schools. 

With inclement weather in the forecast for next week, there is a possibility that we might need to again call for snow routes or, potentially, closures.

Join us Monday, December 12th, for basketball, bears, and pasta!  Make sure to wear an ugly sweater!

Seasonal performances at all Hockinson Schools, including HHES' Elfis and the Frozen Princess, showcase Hockinson's talented students.

Purchase Tickets Online Here!

The ballot box at the Hockinson Community Center will be open until 8 pm on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8. Click "Read more" for additional voter information.

Come on down to the High School Saturday for the HHS Band Mattress Fundraiser

Hockinson High School Presents The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

AP testing deadlines are fast approaching.  Payment is due TOMORROW November15th!  See Skyward and Schoology messages for test schedule. 

SAVE the DATE! Saturday, October 29! 10:00am - 5pm

We want your student’s first day of school to be a positive one! Here is some quick back-to-school info that we hope helps your family get off to a smooth start.

Beginning August 1, you can register for fall sports using Family ID.

Help us keep our campuses safe and clean this holiday by not setting off fireworks in HSD parking lots and fields.

The HSD School Board wants everyone in Hockinson Schools, in particular our students, to know that they are supported during the upsetting international events of the past few days.

Are you interested in supporting our HHS home games AND athletic programs? Sign up now to provide concessions!

Virtual Levy Information Night

Tuesday, Jan. 18 @ 6:30 pm

Contact Julie Paso at 360.448.6416 for limited in-person seating.

Click here to access webinar. Submit levy questions (advance or real-time) here.

COVID infections have increased dramatically over the holidays, leading to more stringent school health safety protocols that take effect Monday, January 3.

2022 Smart Choices Scholarship Program

Now accepting applications for the 2022 Gesa Credit Union, Dairy Farmers of Washington, Les Schwab Tires Smart Choices College Scholarship Program which will award three (3) $5,000 scholarships and 12 $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from WIAA member high schools for excellence in athletics/activities, academics, leadership and community service throughout their high school careers.
 

Hockinson High School AAA Boosters is committed to fundraising for our students through concessions, offering hospitality to our spectators and honoring parent volunteers.

We have worked closely with Kathy Pacheco, Athletic Director, to create a new concessions volunteer program. This new program allows parents to watch  their child’s sport,and eliminate  extra work for coaches/advisors while still offering hospitality to our spectators and fundraising for our students.

80% of Concession profit goes directly to the sport, club or activity. HHS AAA Booster Club organizes and supports concessions but does not make any profit. 20% of profit covers all costs of operations.

21-22 Orientation Letter to Families

Immunization Record Requirements

Hockinson Health Services Important Information

Hockinson School District Meals

Senior Yearbook Information

Healthy Youth Survey

AAA Booster Email Database

AP Summer Reading

AP Language & Composition Summer Project 21-22

AP Literature & Composition Summer Project 21-22

The Hawks Class of 2021 Graduation Committee invites the Hockinson community to celebrate our graduates as they parade through town on Thursday, June 10. Details...

This Monday, May 31 is Memorial Day, a national holiday to salute the men and women of the U.S. armed forces who lost their lives serving our country. HSD schools are closed in observance of this holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, June 1.

Click HERE to donate to the HHS ASB fundraiser for the Class of 2021 senior gift. The senior class plans to purchase benches to go in front of the school with a fundraising goal of $1500. All donations are appreciated!

Click HERE for more information on the upcoming SAT at HHS.

Click HERE for the conference week half-day daily schedule (3/29-4/2).

Don't forget to log on to Family Access to schedule an "arena" conference with your student's teachers.  Instructions are in the email Mr. Schoonover sent out on March 22nd.  Please call the office at (360) 448-6450 (option 8), if you did not receive this email or need assistance.

Please click HERE for more information on the Virtual Forecasting Night on Monday, March 15, from 6:00-7:00 pm for grades 9-11.

Click HERE for the YouTube video covering reopening information.

Please click HERE for more information on the 8th Grade Family Night on March 1st from 6-8pm.

Juniors,

If you have thought about attending a college or university outside of Washington state, here is your chance.  The College Board is having a free, virtual event called The Big Future that allows you to discuss your options with college admissions advisors from various schools throughout the West and the Southwest.  The information is in this online portal  - The Big Future - West and Southwest, February 6  

Make sure to include your parents in this search as the admissions counselors can give you information about possible grants and scholarships.  Good luck on your search!

We have a peer tutoring center after school for students who need some extra help, but are more comfortable asking another student. The tutoring center will be from 3:30 to 4:00 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays to begin with, although those days may be expanded if there is a need.

The detailed schedule can be found at https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jvsopVeOglNgcTmJRGOdb7RyZVsyiLY-792A6_408u8/edit?ts=5f87792b#gid=0 .

If your child is struggling, please encourage them to stop by and join us at https://hocksd.zoom.us/j/85465581054.

Also, please use our teacher office hours.

We need your help!!  Please click HERE to submit pictures for the Yearbook.  Pictures are due by 12/18/20.

Congratulations to the 180 students who earned Academic Honors for 2nd Semester of last school year.  This award is a result of their hard work and dedication during this time period of which they achieved a 3.75 or higher GPA. Click HERE for the list of students.

Please see ATTACHED for information on donating to the Food Drive.

Don't forget - this week is Conference Week!  Click HERE for this week's schedule.

Want to read a great new book?  Check out the HHS library by going to HSD, finding LIBRARY in the banner and then clicking on HHS.  You will be contacted with pickup information.

Due to enrollment and staffing reductions, the HSD will be revising its main office hours and Wi-Fi Cafe location.

Click HERE for the remote learning daily schedule.

UPDATE: On October 9, the HSD was informed that we can continue to provide free meals to all students through the USDA Summer Food Service Program for the entire 2020-2021 school year.

Student device distribution will be handled at one central location this year at the HSD district office, utilizing the HMS staff parking and bus lane.

The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) today unveiled a modified high school sports calendar designed to minimize COVID-19 risks. The WIAA Executive Board approved a four-season plan, rather than the traditional three-sport season, for the 2020-21 school year.

Click HERE for Summer Reading information.

Click HERE for AP Lit/Comp Summer Reading information.

Click HERE for AP Lang/Comp Summer Reading information.

"The moment we have all been waiting for is almost here!  The Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2020.  While these are not ideal conditions, we hope this is a meaningful celebration of the accomplishments of the graduating seniors.  

The link for the ceremony will not go live until 7pm on June 11th, 2020.  While you wait, please watch our award videos.  When 7pm hits, refresh your browser and the ceremony should be there to watch. Please be aware you will not see the graduation ceremony link until 7pm.

On Monday, June 15th between 10am and 2pm, Graduates will need to come down to the High School to return all their school items and pick up their yearbooks & diplomas.  Bell Studios will be here to take pictures of students after they receive diplomas.  I plan on handing every student their diploma just like we would have on stage. Students can wear their caps and gowns, dress nice or not get their pictures taken.  That is up to them.  

We are hopeful that we can have everyone together August 7th to do an in person celebration of their accomplishments.  More information will come leading up to this date and will be dependent on guidelines passed down from various government agencies.

Congratulations Class of 2020. This is the link to YouTube page that will have Graduation Ceremony

The HSD Reopening Schools Task Force meets for the first time this week. The group's goal is to provide direction for the resumption of school.

Look here for updated office hours in the school district as well as a summary of end of the year events.

Click here for Mr. Schoonover's latest newsletter.

The following are the 2020 senior award winners.

The following is important information regarding the final drop off and pick up of the year. 

Monday, 6/15,    10:00 – 2:00      Seniors

Thursday, 6/18,  9:00 – 11:00      Juniors

                           11:00 – 1:00     Sophomores

                             1:00 – 3:00     Freshmen

During these times you will be:

1.  Cleaning out your locker

2.  Dropping off your iPad and any checked out books

3.  Paying any fines

4.  Picking up your yearbook and diploma (seniors - fines must be paid before getting your diploma).

     (If picking up a yearbook for a friend, we will need verbal confirmation from them.  Only family members are       

       allowed to pick up a diploma if the student is not able to.)

5.  Dropping off any band items (instrument, sheet music, uniform, etc.) to the band room

Please keep in mind that we will still be adhering to the social distancing guidelines, so this will not be a time for gathering large groups.  

We are extending our Wednesday (10-12) drop off/pick ups through June 10 for anything other than the above.  Seniors - we still have a number of yard signs to be picked up, so please stop by if you don't have one yet!

WINNER OF REGIONAL AWARD FOR THE ANNUAL STATE SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION (OSPI) ART SHOW!  

Winners of the Regional Awards are still set to compete against entries from around Washington State in the Annual State Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Art Show in Olympia later this spring. 

Congratulations to Mollie Isaacson for this prestigious honor! Best wishes for the next round of competition. Below you can view Mollie's "Charlie in Nature", a panda in its natural habitat, that she sculpted out of clay (bas-relief). 

On Friday, May 1, 2020, Hockinson School District joined the nation in celebrating National School Lunch Hero Day.

The HHS Class of 2020 would like to add a new chapter to the storied relationship of the nation’s colors and Hockinson schools.

New guidelines related to grading practices during the emergency school closure are now available for students and families.

Click here for Principal Schoonover's newsletter dated 4/27/20.

Seniors - we want to highlight your plans for next year with a "Where are you going?" video!  Please send a picture of you to Molly Boldt at molly.boldt@students.hocksd.org, Kelton Duncan at kelton.duncan@students.hocksd.org, or Brandi Webb at brandi.webb@students.hocksd.org by April 26.

The picture can highlight your plans in a variety of ways.  Here are a few examples:

• Wear apparel from your college, trade/tech school, apprenticeship, military
• Hold a sign stating where you are going/what you are doing
• Dress up as your occupation

Of course, keep it school appropriate.  Look for the published video on May 1 via school social media and the "Hockinsonseniors" Instagram.

Paul Valencia said it perfectly: Hockinson is "A Small School with a Big Heart." This article captures the spirit, involvement, and community support that makes HHS a special place for its students.

On Friday, April 17, the HHS stadium lights and scoreboard were illuminated to honor the Class of 2020 as part of the #BeTheLight initiative. 

The latest information from the district following the Governor's decision to close schools for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.

The sooner we hunker down, the sooner we can get through this together.

District staff has been working together to coordinate the roll-out of at-home learning and expectations relating to virtual parent-teacher conferences and more.

Please click here for an update from Mr. Schoonover.

Find school closure updates, frequently asked questions and coronavirus information and resources here.

The Southwest Washington Regional HS Art Show 2020 scheduled for Wednesday, 3/18, at the ESD112 has been CANCELLED!

To adhere to "social distancing" practices, the district is canceling some events including school field trips.

The Hockinson High School Theatre Company proudly presents "The Laramie Project," a student-led performance showing this week at HHS.

Learn about the preventative action being taken by Hockinson School District’s custodial staff in response to the coronavirus.

Discover a wealth of possibilities for your career pathway and connect with over 60 regional employers (including Business Management, Finance, Health services, Hospitality, IT, Manufacturing, Marketing, and many more)!  Open to the public, all ages, including students and families.  Bring your resume - some employers are hiring!

Thursday, Feb. 20th, 5:00-7:00 PM

Battle Ground High School

300 W. Main Street

Battle Ground, WA 98604

From school closures to delays, winter weather has a way of keeping school districts on their toes. KPTV Fox 12 stopped by the District this week to learn how the decision-making process unfolds.

Sophomores have a lot of choices to consider this Spring when forecasting and planning for the next two years, and graduation is only the beginning.  Attending this evening will help you and your student make informed choices.  Students are encouraged to attend.  Topics include: (1) Forecasting Choices, (2) What's Happening at HHS, (3) College.

Pre-buy your tickets here and avoid the long lines.  Hawks vs. Tumwater, at Tumwater H.S., 4:00 p.m., Saturday, 11/30/19.

With subfreezing temperatures in the forecast, we’d like to take a moment to answer a few questions about our inclement weather procedures.

The Hockinson High School Theater company proudly presents their musical production of the Addams Family. Based on the Broadway show, this family-friendly school edition is one that will delight fans of the creepy and cooky family, and non fans alike.  The musical tells the story of Wednesday Addams finding love in the form of Lucas, a young prep school dream boat who comes from a “normal” family. When the Addams Family must meet the would-be in-laws, hilarity ensues as their two worlds collide.  Addams Family opens Friday, December 6 at 7:00 pm and runs Dec 7, 12, 13, 14 at 7:00 pm with a 1:00 pm matinee in December 7 as well. Tickets are $12 general admission, $8 for students, seniors and children under 12 and can only be purchased at the door - no pre-sales.  Disclaimer: This production uses strobe lighting and smoke effects.

Ongoing activities are offering students enrolled in Hockinson's Special Education program the chance to build new skills.

Seven fall sports teams at Hockinson High School have qualified for academic awards, with a special honor going to the Girls Cross Country team.

An HHS staff member and community volunteer have been recognized by a business group for their outstanding commitment to students in Hockinson.

The football players at Hockinson High School mark a special achievement by head coach Rick Steele: 100 victories!

It's that time of year again!  PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES.  Fall conferences are being held Monday through Wednesday, Oct. 21-23.  Evening conferences will be available on Tuesday and Wednesday only.  Please click HERE to schedule an arena conference held in the Commons.  If two or more of your child's teachers have requested a conference for your child, you will be contacted by email to schedule a time for that conference.

***REMINDER*** Picture retake day is Tuesday, 9/24, from 8:30-1:00 in the HS Commons.  If you haven't had your school picture taken yet, please come to the Commons during this time to get them taken, even if you don't plan on ordering any pictures.  If you already had your picture taken/bought a packet and would like to have them redone, you MUST return your "old" pictures on this day in order to receive a "new" packet from the new photo.

Attention senior parents,

We will be hosting our first ever Senior Parent Night on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 5:30 to 7:00.  The event will be in the high school auditorium and will include information on everything from cap and gown ordering to yearbook photos to grad party info to planning for what happens after high school.  Please let the counselors know if you have any questions, and we look forward to seeing you here on Oct. 2.

The women’s soccer team at HHS has dedicated their season to a Camas boy who was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. KPTV Fox 12 visited the team to help tell the story.

The following list of students have earned an Academic Award for earning a 3.75 or higher GPA for the 2018-19 school year.

On Wednesday, Hockinson School District marked the 18th anniversary of 9/11 with moments of silence and reflection, stories of bravery and grief, and conversations between teachers and students.

AVAILABLE NOW IN THE HS ATHLETICS OFFICE: 

2019-20 ATHLETIC PASSES (admittance to ALL Hockinson home events)

** No more standing in line

** No need to have cash on hand

Family Pass:  $120

Individual Pass:  $60

Middle School Student Pass:  $15

Available for purchase in the HS Athletics Office (cash or check only)

Questions:  Email tracy.turner@hocksd.org

Eligible families interested in free and reduced-price meal programs at school are now able to apply for participation at any time during the year.

With the new school year is officially underway, we thought it would be fun to share a few of our favorite images from the first day of school.

HHS staff hosted "Parent Information Night" for the '19-'20 school year on Thursday. If you missed it, here's a recap.

Welcome back to school! We are excited to start the new school year with you! Use this helpful list of resources for all of your back to school needs.

A list of school bus routes for the 2019-2020 school year.
 

Fall Orientation Dates:

Friday, August 23               Monday, August 26

Seniors: 9:00-12:00            Sophomores: 9:00-12:00

Juniors: 12:30-3:30             Freshmen:  12:30-3:30

Congratulations to HHS’s Equestrian Team! They received the state championship Medium School Team Trophy this spring for earning the most points among all medium-size teams.

Hockinson is proud of our Hawks and happy to share some fun facts about our new graduates!

36% are honor students (GPA of 3.5 or higher)
16% earned the State of Washington Honors Award
16% are members of the National Honor Society
11% also received their Associate of Arts degree

Meals are available during the summer for kids and teens ages 18 and under through the Summer Food Service Program.

The Hockinson School Board invites you to join them in wishing Superintendent Sandra Yager well at a party Monday, June 10!

The Annual Hockinson School District Visual Arts Show is this Friday -- May 10 -- from 5:30 to 7 p.m in the HHS Commons. Come and celebrate the artistic achievements of our talented student artists.

This art show is open to students, families and our community. Please join us for an evening of amazing artwork and delicious refreshments!

Clark County certified Hockinson’s vote Friday, May 3, with this final tally:

• The Replacement School Programs and Operations Levy passed 52.25% to 47.75%.
• The Capital Levy for Technology and School Improvements failed 50.92% to 49.08%.

Here’s something you might not know about your favorite French fries: They’re computer-generated. 

OK, they’re not made by a computer, but your French fries are likely made from potatoes that have been analyzed by computer software. It communicates with a machine to chop out defects as the potatoes speed past at 10 feet per second. 

Multiple generations, ages 11 to 90, made beautiful music together Tuesday -- including a Hockinson fifth grader and his great-grandma!

The School Programs and Operations Levy is passing with 52.01 percent of the vote! Final certification will be May 3. 

Our HHS musicians had a stellar weekend at the 2019 Columbia Basin College Band Festival.

The HHS Jazz Band placed in the top three bands, regardless of school size, and took first in the AA division.

Congratulations to Hockinson Heights’ Solar Solvers—they received the “Solar Car All Star” award for elementary schools at the 2019 Solar Car Challenge!

The Solar Solvers are a team of three fifth-grade students—among 40 Hockinson fourth and fifth graders and 160 teams from Southwest Washington competing in the event at Hudson Bay High School.

Thank you to everyone who gathered for Levy Information Night on April 9! Superintendent Sandra Yager and Clark County Assessor Peter Van Nortwick each presented, and their PowerPoint presentations are now available on the Levy Information webpage.

Please join us April 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. for a special Levy Information Night at Hockinson High School. HSD Superintendent Sandra Yager and County Assessor Peter Van Nortwick will be presenting. Get your questions about levies, property taxes and Hockinson schools answered by the experts!

On April 23, 2019, Hockinson voters will decide whether to approve two School District levies.

One is a partial replacement of an existing levy. The other is a new levy, similar to ones from 2009 to 2016.

Please take a few moments to learn about these requests on our Levy Information page.

Planning ahead for the 2019-20 school year? Our year-at-a-glance calendar has been updated with spring break dates!

HHS student artists Rachel Edmonds and Samantha Hills were presented with awards March 19 at the Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show.

The HHS Theatre Co. brought home its first performance trophy—Excellence in Performance—from the Washington State Thespian Festival!

The cast of HHS's spring play, Neil Simon’s “Rumors,” performed Act 1 in front of the largest audience of the entire weekend and received “superior” scores in 4 of 5 categories: acting transitions, characterization, movement/staging and execution.

The gymnasium erupted in cheers again and again as three teams—the Chinchillas, the Picky Readers and the Kabakes—vied for the opportunity to face off against a team of staff members.

The Hockinson School District Board of Directors has selected Steve Marshall to be the district’s new superintendent.

Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up the week of March 25th.  They will be held Mon-Thur afternoon between 2:30-4:00 pm and Tues evening from 7:10-7:50 pm.  Please click here to schedule an "arena" conference held in the HS Commons.  "Referral" conferences are recommended by the teachers.  You will be contacted if a referral conference is requested for your child.  They will be held Mon-Thur afternoon between 12:50-2:20 pm and Tues-Wed evening from 5:30-7:00 pm.  You may also call the office to schedule a conference or if you have any questions.

Click here for the week's daily class schedule.

Greetings from the School Board.

On Feb. 19 our Board held a special meeting to approve two levy resolutions for the April 23 election ballot. One is a partial replacement levy, and the other is a new capital levy. The amounts we requested are the same as the levies that failed to achieve the 50 percent margin needed to pass in the Feb. 12 election.

Our district’s needs have not changed since February. The partial replacement levy is needed because the state does not fully cover basic educational costs, which include a portion of employee salaries and benefits, as well as most of our extra-curricular programs, which have always been funded by local levy dollars. 

Eleven HHS students have artwork competing in the 2019 Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show.

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The Hockinson School Board approved two levy resolutions for the April 23 election ballot during its Feb. 19 special meeting. One is a partial replacement levy, and the other is a new capital levy.

The requests are identical to the ones that received 47.46 percent and 46.06 percent “yes” votes, respectively, in the Feb. 12 election. They needed 50 percent plus one vote to pass.

The Hockinson School Board has selected four candidates from other western Washington school districts to interview for the position of superintendent. The candidates are:

HSD is hosting a community forum Monday, March 4, where district residents may participate in the process of selecting the district’s next superintendent. 

There will be no school in Hockinson tomorrow -- Friday, Feb. 15, 2019. 

Preliminary results from the Feb. 12, 2019, special election have been released, and it appears Hockinson is the only school district in the state not to pass its levies.

The future looks bright for HHS's Future Business Leaders of America!  All eight of our students who competed at the Southwest Washington Regional Competition qualified for State.  

Due to our snow day Feb. 5, one day has been added to the end of the school year. The last day of school is now scheduled to be Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Please click here for an updated one-page school calendar.

Due to predicted inclement weather, Community Education classes, use of district facilities and many events are canceled for Saturday, Feb. 9, and Sunday, Feb. 10.

Planning ahead? Our 2019-20 calendar is available on our new consolidated calendar page! Please note: Some dates are still to be determined. 

Hockinson School District encourages our voters to be informed. See how much you will pay in 2019 taxes and how it compares to past years on the Clark County Property Information Center website: https://gis.clark.wa.gov/gishome/property/index.cfm. 

Hockinson students showed their musical chops at the Clark College Jazz Festival with group and individual wins last weekend.

Hockinson School District earned a Gold Star Award and was recognized by Gov. Jay Inslee for signing up more than 70 percent of students who are eligible for the College Bound Scholarship. 

Thank you to all of the staff and Hockinson community members who took part in the recent focus groups and survey providing input on Hockinson's search for its next superintendent.

January 30, 2019 in the HHS Auditorium from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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Extracurricular activities offer our students more than creative and athletic outlets. They also encourage community engagement.

Local levy funding helps pay for instructional technology, building repairs and improvements, and Hockinson carefully stewards its funds.

We are in need of adult and student volunteers to help at a sub-regional wrestling tournament on February 2nd from 9am-5pm at the high school.  Please contact Beth Tugaw via email (beth.tugaw@hocksd.org) if you are able to help out any amount of time that day.  Thank you!

Research shows that involvement in school activities promotes greater academic achievement for every type of learner. Local levy funding pays for academic, fine art and athletic extracurricular activities -- programming not considered "basic education" and therefore not funded by the state. 

Hockinson community members are invited to participate in a community forum Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

Hockinson Middle School ended the week with an outpouring of holiday cheer … and food and blankets and chew toys and ornaments … during its first-ever Community Service Day on Friday, Dec. 14.

The Hockinson School Board of Direc­tors has approved two requests that will go before the community on the Feb. 12, 2019, ballot. They are a Replacement School Programs & Operations Levy and a new Capital Levy for Technology & School Improvements.

The Hockinson High School Theatre Company is presenting audience favorite “Fiddler on the Roof” Nov. 29-30, and Dec. 6-8.

Tickets to Saturday's Championship game at the Tacoma Dome will be available for pre-sale on Wednesday, 11/28 and Thursday, 11/29 from 8am to 4pm in the activities office at Hockinson High School.

Prices are:

Adults/Students without ASB - $18

Students w/ ASB (including MS ASB) & Children under 12 - $13

Seniors (62 and up) - $13

Children under Five - Free

Fiddler On The Roof (UPDATE)

**With the Hockinson football team playing in the state champonship Saturday, December 1st, the December 1st performance will be moved to December 6th (only the date has changed). 

November 29 & 30, December 6 & 7 at 7:00p.m. 

December 8 at 1:00 and 7:00 p.m. 

Ticket Prices:

Adults - $12

Students and Seniors - $8

Dear Hockinson Families,

I am writing to let you know that I have accepted the position of superintendent of Cornerstone Christian Academy, beginning in July 2019. My resignation will go before the Board of Directors at this evening’s special meeting (Nov. 7). I have asked that it be effective July 1, 2019.

This coming Tuesday, November 6th, and Thursday, November 8th, Juniors and Seniors will be retaking the Smarter Balance test for graduation.  If your child needs to retake this test, they were contacted last week and given instruction on when and where to report for testing.

Please make sure they have their charged iPad and earbuds or headphones. If you have any questions, please see your child's counselor or Mr. Johnson.

These Hockinson staff members are participating in the No-Shave November to raise money for various men's health organizations.  Stay tuned to see who wins the "Best Beard" award.

The Hawks are student-athletes, making their mark in the classroom as well as on the field, in the pool and on the trail.

The girls swimming and cross-country teams have both been named Academic State Champions for the 2018-19 fall sports season—achieving the highest grade-point average among all Washington high schools in their enrollment classification.

District playoff soccer game is Saturday, 10/27, at 4:00 at HHS against Aberdeen.

District IV volleyball tournament is Thursday, 11/1, and Saturday, 11/3 at HHS.

District crossover football game is Friday, 11/2, at HHS.

Admission Prices:  Adults/students w/o ASB card $7; Students with ASB card/senior citizens (62+) $5

(See Athletics page for more information)

Lexie Stucki shows that practice can, indeed, make perfect.

The HHS senior scored a perfect 36 on her ACT test. She’s among fewer than 0.2 percent of test-takers scoring that high on the college entrance exam in 2018.

“I was pretty sure I did well, but did not think it’d be that good,” she said.

Lexie had taken the ACT once before and then bought a program that analyzed her previous score and guided her in areas where she could improve. She spent about 50 hours over the summer studying and working on practice problems.

Although she said she wouldn’t describe the process as “fun,” the new score has inspired her to expand the list of four-year universities she’s applying to. Her goal is to focus on math or science.

“She’s a motivated student who wants to do well and always wants to challenge herself,” said HHS guidance counselor Myke Pace. “Lexie is a well-rounded kid who’ll go on to be successful in whatever she does.”

Lexie plays clarinet in band and marching band—which she describes as “a big, happy family”—and participates in soccer, National Honor Society and Key Club.

What advice does she have for other students preparing to take the ACT?

“Find enough time to study, so you don’t have to cram it all in at the end.”

When the HHS girls soccer team beat R.A. Long Oct. 18 for the league title, it was more than a win for the team. It was also a win for Wyatt.

The team has dedicated its season to Wyatt Draper, a 5-year-old from Ridgefield who has been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor.

“Now that we have that emotional connection to him, it makes it a lot more special to play and to win,” said soccer team captain Brooke Grosz.

Wyatt is the son of Tyler and Sara Draper, who went to school with HHS soccer coach Joe Chicks in Ridgefield.

“I thought it would be a good way to get our girls involved in something bigger than sports and giving back,” Chicks said. “Some things are more important than just soccer. This puts things in perspective.”

When the team warms up before matches, they wear “Warriors for Wyatt” T-shirts. Before each game begins, they say, “Let’s play for Wyatt.”

“We play for each other, we play for our community—but we also play for Wyatt,” said Brooke, who is a junior.

Technically, the team has one league game left, Oct. 23 against Woodland. But even if they lose, HHS will retain its No. 1 ranking in the 2A Greater St. Helens League.

“They’re a really talented group of players,” Chicks said, “but I think a big part of their success is they’re willing to put the team above themselves. When you’ve got the talent and the right attitude, it makes for a special season.”    

Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up the week of October 22nd.  They will be held Mon-Wed afternoon between 2:30-4:00 pm and Tues-Wed evenings from 7:10-7:50 pm.  Please click here to schedule an "arena" conference held in the HS Commons.  "Referral" conferences are set up by the teachers.  You will be contacted if a referral conference is requested for your child.  They will be held Mon-Wed afternoon between 12:50-2:20 pm and Tues-Wed evenings from 5:30-7:00 pm.  You may also call the office to schedule a conference or if you have any questions.

Click here for the week's daily class schedule.

HHS will host a College and Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the HHS Commons. 

Representatives from colleges and universities around the Northwest, branches of the military, trade/tech schools and apprenticeships will be there to provide information and answer questions from students and families.

Also -- new this year -- is a workshop titled "The A-Z of Paying for College." It will run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

The Hockinson School Board voted Monday, Sept. 24, to move Graduation Day for HHS's Class of 2019 to Thursday, June 13.

Please stop by the high school on Wednesday, 9/26, between 6:00-7:00 pm and meet your student's teachers.  There will be a brief welcome at 6:00 in the MPR, and then you are free to go visit the teachers in their classrooms.  It's also a good opportunity to meet our new principal, Andy Schoonover.  Hope to see you there.

TIME CORRECTION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), is scheduled to test the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) at 11:18 a.m. Oct. 3, 2018.

The test is intended to assess the operational readiness of infrastructure for distribution of a national message and will be sent to cell phones connected to wireless providers participating in WEA.

For more information, please see the FEMA website.

There's an app for that! Hockinson School District's smartphone app is available, and here's how to get it:

Visit your app store and search for "SchoolPointe Stay Connected." 
Download the Schoolpointe app. 
Select Hockinson School District.

HSD will become your default app, and you will have the latest district news, events, staff directory, notifications and more -- all on your smartphone!

Hockinson Middle School and architect DOWA-IBI Group have received an award for Outstanding Design! 

The HMS project will be included in the 2018 American School & University Architectural Portfolio, which is scheduled to be published in late November, and will be among projects included in an online database at SchoolDesigns.com.

The latest version of Hockinson's 2018-19 calendar is available in the Quick Links in the top righthand corner of the district homepage.

We're so excited to have our students back in class! Check out our back-to-school photos at: www.hocksd.org/Gallery

We are excited to welcome our Hockinson students back to school tomorrow—Tuesday, Sept. 4—and kindergartners on Friday, Sept. 7! More ...

Hockinson School District and Hockinson Education Association negotiators reached a tentative agreement Sunday night on a two-year contract for certificated staff.

Details of the agreement will be released pending ratification by the teachers union, which is meeting at noon Monday, Sept. 3.

School is tentatively scheduled to begin Tuesday, Sept. 4. The district will send an update Monday.

“We appreciate our community’s patience during these negotiations and their enthusiastic support for education in Hockinson,” said Superintendent Sandra Yager. “We are eager to welcome our staff and students back to school and to embark on another exciting school year.”

The negotiating teams are not meeting today but are scheduled to return to negotiations tomorrow—Sunday, Sept. 2. We apologize for the multiple messages but will continue to do our best to keep our community updated during this process. Our next update will be on Sunday.

Dear Community Members:

Greetings from your Hockinson School Board.

Our school district’s work stoppage has been a challenging time for our community, staff and particularly for our families with school-age children. We appreciate your sacrifices and your patience.

We have been keeping in close contact with Superintendent Yager throughout this negotiation and mediation process, providing her with support and encouragement as she and her staff work toward a prompt, affordable and sustainable solution.

We truly value each of our employees, and want to find resolution within the constraints of the district’s budget. Our goal is to get our teachers, classified staff and students back to school as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

Kathy Nordberg, Chair

Dave Olson, Vice Chair

Gordon Smith, Director

Greg Gospe, Director

Steve Nylund, Director

Hello, Hockinson Families --

The district and teachers union bargaining teams are still at the table negotiating, working toward an agreement.

We will be in touch again tomorrow, Saturday, with a negotiations update.

Thank you for your patience. 

For additional details about the process, please see our Labor Relations web page. If you have questions that have not been answered, please email districtcommunication@hocksd.org.

Hockinson School District

Road work is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 31, at the corner of NE 159th Street and 182nd Avenue. Please use caution.

Hello, Hockinson Families --

We continue to make progress in negotiations.

The Hockinson School District and Hockinson Education Association (HEA) have yet to reach a tentative agreement.

This means that HEA, which represents our teachers, will continue its work stoppage, and there will be no school tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 31.

School offices remain closed, and the District Office will be open regular hours.

The district and union bargaining teams will continue negotiating, and we will keep you posted as we work toward an agreement.

Our goal remains unchanged: to provide a competitive salary that is affordable and sustainable, both for our school district and for our community.

The district will continue providing updates on its Labor Relations web page and its hotline at 360-448-6401.

If you have questions that have not been answered, please email districtcommunication@hocksd.org.

Hockinson School District

Good morning, Hockinson community --

The negotiating teams are meeting with the state mediator again this morning after a one-day break, and everyone is working hard to reach agreement.

The district will send an email, text and voice call by 5 p.m. today—and earlier if possible—informing everyone whether school will start tomorrow.

The district appreciates the hard work of the negotiating teams and extends its thanks to the district’s entire staff, and students and families for their patience at this difficult time.

Updates will continue to be posted on the District’s Labor Relations webpage and on the hotline at 360-448-6401.

Mediation to resume Thursday, Aug. 30.

The Hockinson School District and Hockinson Education Association negotiating teams will be meeting Thursday to continue working toward a contract agreement. 

HSD will use the same notification process we used Tuesday, Aug. 28, to notify our families about whether there will be school the following day -- robocall, email and text messaging. We will share this information as soon as it is available.

The document linked below offers answers to many questions from our community, including questions about the current work stoppage. We also have added an article from WSSDA on 2018-19 school district budgets and collective bargaining. 

Hockinson School District Labor Relations Q & A

Dear Hockinson Families:

I am writing to let you know that even though we have made progress over the past couple of days, the Hockinson School District and Hockinson Education Association (HEA) were unable to reach a tentative agreement today. This means that HEA, which represents our teachers, will begin a two-day work stoppage tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug. 29.

The negotiating teams are back to mediation after working until 2 this morning. Both the district and teachers union are committed to working hard today in an effort to reach agreement.

With the first day of school scheduled to begin less than 24 hours from now, we understand that families need to finalize their plans for Wednesday.

Negotiating teams for Hockinson School District and the Hockinson Education Association (HEA) are working into the night with a mediator from the state Public Employees Resource Commission (PERC).

They engaged in mediation Sunday, Aug. 26, 2018, from 9 a.m. until midnight. Negotiations resumed at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 27. The District is willing to stay at the table for as long as it takes to reach a tentative agreement on a new contract. HSD is striving to provide its staff with competitive compensation while ensuring contracts are affordable and sustainable for the District.

The updated document linked below provides answers to many questions regarding labor negotiations.

Hockinson School District Labor Relations Q&A

If you have a question that has not been answered, please send it to districtcommunication@hocksd.org. 

Click here to visit the Labor Relations webpage.

Dear Hockinson Families:

As you are probably well aware, Hockinson School District is negotiating a new contract with the Hockinson Education Association (HEA), which represents teachers, counselors and other education professionals.

This year's Virtual Art Gallery featuring artwork by HHS students is now LIVE! Find the link to the art show in this article.

Conference Week update and information now available!

A little bit of Broadway comes back to Hockinson! The Hockinson HS Theatre Company returns to the stage after more than a year with their production of the musical "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" (masked edition) running 5/20, 5/21, 6/3, 6/4 at 7:00 pm; 5/22 and 6/5 at 3:00 pm.This light-hearted, family-friendly musical will delight audiences of every age.

Because seating is extremely limited, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED people pre purchase their tickets HERE.

Hockinson is one of several districts joining the Virtual Industry Fair. This is a free event and it is open to students, families and community members of all ages who are seeking employment. Please click HERE for the flyer.  Click HERE for more detailed information.

The document linked below is an analysis of guidance sent to districts today, Aug. 22, 2018, by state schools Superintendent Chris Reykdal.

State schools superintendent cautions negotiating districts

“This is important because it keeps the water cool, clean and clear.” said Beulah, Hockinson Heights Elementary School student in Ms. Ruestig’s class.

Dear Hockinson Community:

I hope you have been enjoying a good summer. We are eagerly anticipating getting our students back on our campuses for the start of the 2018-19 school year.

As you have likely heard, we are still negotiating contracts with our staff. As of Aug. 21, 2018, the district and Hockinson Education Association (HEA)—teacher union—have negotiated tentative agreements for 23 changes requested by the union. However, there remains a considerable difference between the union’s compensation requests and what the district’s budget can afford. We are scheduled to begin mediation Sunday, Aug. 26, with assistance from Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC).

March 1 kicks off the start of Youth Art Month! Let’s take a look at what Ms. O’Neill-Bratt and Ms. Marano’s students have been working on in Hockinson Heights Elementary School and Hockinson Middle School. 

We want our community to use our facilities. But to ensure staff and student safety, that use needs to happen after hours and on weekends; school campuses are closed to the public while school and school sports/activities are in session. This includes the tracks at HMS and HHS.  Through June 4, our community is welcome to use our facilities prior to 8:30 am and after 5:30 pm. Starting Monday, June 7 our campuses will be accessible at 4:30 pm.

Mediation to begin Sunday, Aug. 26

Today, Tuesday, Aug. 21, we were notified that the first meeting for Hockinson School District (HSD) and the Hockinson Education Association (HEA) with a mediator will take place Sunday, Aug. 26.

Why bring in a mediator?

On Wednesday, Aug. 15, there remained a considerable difference between HEA’s compensation requests and what HSD’s budget can afford. Per the request of the district, HSD and HEA jointly filed a request for a mediator from the Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC). A mediator was assigned to Hockinson on Friday, Aug. 17.

Click here to visit the Labor Relations webpage.

If you have a question that has not been answered, please send it to districtcommunication@hocksd.org.

Hockinson's Transitional Kindergarten program was featured in the February 22 edition of The Columbian. 

This fall, Hockinson Middle and High School are participating in the Washington State Healthy Youth Survey. This survey provides important information on a range of student behaviors. Read on for more information.

Click HERE for details on how to check out a book from the library.

The document linked below provides answers to many questions our community has about Hockinson School District's budget, state funding and current labor negotiations. 

Hockinson School District Labor Relations Q&A

If you have a question that has not been answered, please send it to districtcommunication@hocksd.org. 

Click here to visit the Labor Relations webpage.

Fifteen students in Hockinson High School’s Future Business Leaders of America chapter are moving onto the statewide FBLA competition following their stellar performance at the regional level. Students are currently preparing to compete in the Washington FBLA State Business Leadership Conference happening in April. This conference will take place over 4 days, and top performers will be advancing to the national competition.

There is a lot to love in the February 13 edition of the HSD News Round-Up.

In an email to parents and social media post today, the HSD shared its plan to comply with Washington's new event restrictions.

Please click HERE to view the video of the Senior Parent Night zoom meeting held on Monday, Dec. 14th.

Greetings from Hockinson School District.

Our district has been in contract negotiations with its two unions over the past few months.

As of Aug. 16, 2018, the district and the Hockinson Education Association (HEA)—teachers union—have negotiated tentative agreements for 23 changes requested by the union.

However, at the Aug. 15 meeting of HEA and district negotiators, there remained a considerable difference between the union’s compensation requests and what the district’s budget can afford.

Contractors will begin facility improvement and energy efficiency projects at three HSD sites beginning February 20, 2023.

Washington State Law requires that all children attending a licensed child care or school must provide proof of vaccination prior to entering school. Parents/guardians can meet this requirement by completing and returning the State of Washington Certificate of Immunization Status form, this form shows their child has received the required vaccinations (or has immunity from previous illness). Parents can also print a copy of their child's immunization record directly from the WA Immunization Registry. This form and instructions can be found at https://www.doh.wa.gov

Please take a look at our Summer 2018 hours.

February 6-10 is National School Counselor Appreciation Week! 

Welcome Caleb Millay, who has joined the HSD as its COVID Compliance Health Safety Manager. Click "Read More" to find out how Caleb will be serving HSD students this year.  

Congratulations to our 184 students who graduated on June 15!

School Board Recognition Month concluded with a procession of gifts and tokens of appreciation at the January Regular Board Meeting.

A quick parent reference guide for the 2021-22 school year was emailed out to HSD Families on Aug. 11. and a Family Newsletter was emailed on Aug. 13. Click read more to access these documents.

Hockinson School District is pleased to announce a new online facility request and rental system designed to provide a positive user experience for all.  

Read all about it! The January 30 edition of the HSD News Round-Up is now available on Smore.

Daily Schedule

2 hr. Delay Schedule

Clark County School Officials have worked together to organize two Fentanyl Awareness forums in partnership with Clark County Sheriff’s Office and ESD 112. Read more for presentation locations, dates, and times.

Thanks for visiting Hockinson High School

"Preparing All Students for Lifelong Success"
Our vision is to inspire all to live with strong core values, to become competent, responsible learners, Independent thinkers, and positive contributors to our changing world.
Main Office: 360-448-6450
Attendance: 360-448-6451
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Hockinson High School’s Environmental Club members continue to exemplify student leadership by hosting an electronics drive this winter after making local news last spring for their community outreach initiatives. Read more about their exciting projects!

Masks continue to be required inside all HSD Buildings post-June 30.

In an effort to minimize classroom disruptions, items dropped off for students will be available for pickup at the office during passing time between classes, during Focus, or during the students' lunch period.

HMS students battled in volleyball competitions to raise funds for Parents Working Together (PWT) from 6pm to almost midnight. Congrats to winning student team, Pretty Princess Turtles!

Resources are now available to help understand the Skyward gradebook.

Nearly 40 volunteers honored the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. and showed their community pride by participating in the 3rd Annual Hockinson Community Clean Up on Monday, January 16.

Hockinson High School's Graduation ceremony will be hybrid this year: Two tickets will be distributed per graduate, with masks and physical distancing required. Livestreaming will be available on the school’s YouTube page. Graduation will take place at the HHS Stadium at 7 pm on June 11.

All students are required to check out through the front office. In the event that your student drives, please send a note to excuse them, stating the time they are to leave.

The January 12 edition of the HSD News Round-Up is now available on Smore.

2018-2019 AP Lit and Comp Summer Reading Assignment.pdf

MLK Day is Monday, January 16. While there is no school on this day, students, staff, and families are invited to participate in the Hockinson Community Clean Up, organized by the Hockinson Band Boosters.

11th Grade AP Language and Composition Summer Project Information
11th Grade AP Language and Composition Summer Project 2018.pdf

As we approach the holidays and mid-point of the 2022-23 school year, HSD Superintendent Steve Marshall counts the varied ways the Hockinson community has helped to lift our schools and students to new heights!

The Dec. 9 edition of the HSD News Round-Up is now available on Smore.

A big Thank You to our staff, parents, and community for helping lift Hockinson's students to new heights this school year!

HHS parents of 9th Grade students enrolled in 1st Semester Health can preview instructional materials and opt out of lessons included in the course's Sexual Health unit.

The HSD is committed to preparing all students for future success.  Our vision fits well with the goal of the Smarter Balanced Assessment, which is to assess the learner's knowledge and critical thinking and problem-solving skills associated with college and career readiness in the 21st Century. 

HSD Families: The Nov. 21 edition of the HSD News Round-Up is now available on Smore.

HHS Graduates Jamie Jeschke ('21) and Amanda Jeschke ('22) played key roles in the post-season success of the Clark College Women's Soccer Team, which finished 2nd in the NWAC Soccer Tournament.

Every year, Identity Clark County recognizes volunteers and teachers that go above and beyond to make Southwest Washington such a great place to learn. These "Real Heroes" are honored at an annual event, which this year was held at Washington State University-Vancouver.

The Nov. 9 edition of the HSD News Round-Up is now available on Smore.

Health officials expect an elevated cold-flu-COVID-RSV season this winter, so the HSD is taking steps to keep our staff and students healthy.

HSD Families: It's time to prepare for colder temperatures and the possibility of late starts and school cancellations due to inclement weather.

Congratulations to Aiden Kerr (HHS Class of 2021), who was recently named a 2022 Collegiate Rugby All-American.

Don't forget to vote in the upcoming Nov. 8 General Election! Voters can vote by mail or drop off ballots in the ballot box at the Hockinson Community Center or other locations around Clark County.

This year, HSD teachers and paraeducators will benefit from professional development opportunities delivered right here in Hockinson. 

It’s time to save the date for our Annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 19th from 9:00am to 4:00pm. 

Interested in becoming a volunteer in Hockinson Schools? It just got easier!

Would you like to go back to school...if only for a few hours?  You can. The HSD is hosting a "Focus on Learning" tour that includes visits to all three of its schools as well as the Hockinson Community Center on Tuesday, Oct. 18. 

On Sept. 9, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction released Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) scores from Spring 2022. The SBA performance of Hockinson's students was encouraging and showed strong academic growth compared to Fall 2021.

The first day of school is an exciting experience for everyone. We have put together a small photo gallery of the first day in Hockinson Schools.

Elevating our students' school experience and academic success is a big, important task. We invite everyone in the HSD community to join us in lifting our students to new heights.

The CDC and Washington DOH recently updated COVID guidance for schools for Fall 2022. While some requirements were revised, all protocols relating to symptomatic students and staff will remain the same as last spring. 

The Hockinson School District Parent Perception Survey is open now through Sept. 6! We want to hear from you so we can maintain our areas of strength, make improvements wherever needed, and go Upward Together in 2022-23 and beyond.

Coming Up! Orientation, Picture Day, ASB Cards, Schedules & More!

Hockinson community volunteers are invited to pick blueberries this Friday 8/12 - Sun. 8/14. The berries will be used in healthy breakfast and lunch offerings for HSD students during the 2022-23 school year.

Recent hot weather means our students are spending more time in and around water. We want to share these statistics and reminders with HSD families to help ensure everyone stays safe this summer.

Clark County Today reporter Paul Valencia shares the backstory of the HSD Sesquicentennial Saga, which was finally performed at the June 7, 2022 District Band Festival.

Beginning June 29, the HHES Library will again open every Wednesday for Hockinson's elementary-age students.

This morning, Governor Inslee announced that our state’s indoor mask mandate will be lifted on Saturday, March 12 and in schools effective Monday, March 14.

The safety of our students and staff is the HSD's highest priority. Click here to view the June 22, 2022 HSD School Safety Presentation slideshow.

This morning's snowfall impacted school and evening events today and will result in a make-up school day.

Welcome, community members! Click here to see our Summer 2022 community access/use schedules for HSD facilities.

HHS Boys Swimmers and Wrestlers spent the President's Day holiday competing against opponents from around the state. 

Recent HHS graduate Cody Wheeler was named the top multi-sport athlete in the region by The Columbian. Photo: The Columbian

The HHS Boys Swim Team made school history by winning the GSHL 2A district title!

Clark County Today reporter Paul Valencia profiles the career of Beth Tugaw, one of the founding teachers at HHS.

Seven HHS seniors signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level, including sisters Kylie and Ellie Ritter.

The final day of the 2021-22 school year is Friday, June 17. All three HSD schools will be running special early-release schedules.

Seven longtime HSD employees were recognized at the Tuesday, May 31 School Board Meeting for their 173 cumulative years of service to Hockinson's students and families.

HSD COVID News and Updates

HHS Senior Hale Prior was recently featured in The Columbian. 

Photo: The Columbian

Beginning Monday, Dec. 20 our COVID testing service is expanding to serve all Hockinson residents on a limited basis.

The May 30, 2022 HSD News Round-Up is now available.

Memorial Day, observed on the last day in May, honors American soldiers who died while serving in the U.S. military. HSD schools are closed on this holiday.

The Prevent Together Coalition will be hosting an interactive event for parents and students on June 7 to provide information and awareness about youth vaping and substance use. 

Nov. 8-12, 2021 is National School Psychology Week and we want to take this opportunity to thank our amazing School Psychologists: Deana Kahn, Stef Anderson, and intern Rebekah Sauvola. 

In response to the tragedy in Uvalde, TX, HSD flags will be flown at half-mast and Superintendent Steve Marshall details school safety efforts in a message to the community.

You are Invited! July 11-July 28

HHS Summer School Credit Recovery - Enroll Now!

A big thank you to the HSD's nurses who help our students stay healthy, in school, and ready to learn.

Friday, May 5 is School Lunch Hero Day. Thank you HSD Nutrition Services Staff for fueling greatness every day!

Attention All Hawks Fans: We want to be sure everyone knows that HHS will be taking its Oct. 29 Homecoming football game on the road.

The artwork of HHS students was featured in this year's ESD 112 Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show.

Starting Monday, June 27 HSD staff and community members can pick up free, at home COVID tests at our district office. 

HSD students celebrated Arbor Day by planting native trees to catch carbon emissions along the I-5 freeway.

Smiles all around! A Hockinson family tradition returns after a two year hiatus.

Photo courtesy of The Reflector

Last Day of School is June 17th - Early Release - 

There is something for everyone and everyone is invited to the annual HSD Visual Art Show in the HHS Commons from 5:30-7:00 pm on Friday, April 29.

Read on for information on following Team Mean Machine at the FIRST Robotics World Championships April 20-23.

The latest edition of the Hockinson News Round-Up is now available!

On April 13, the Washington State Board of Health voted not to require that Washington's students be vaccinated against COVID-19 for the 2022-23 school year.

HSD Schools are closed Mon 4/4 - Fri 4/8. Classes resume 4/11. We hope all HSD families have a fun & safe Spring Break!

Read all about it! The latest HSD Round Up is now available.

An invention created by HHS's cooperative robotics team, Team Mean Machine, has been named a finalist in Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow competition. Help them raise additional funds by giving them your vote!

March 7-11, 2022 is Classified Employee Appreciation Week, an opportunity for everyone to salute the positive difference these professionals make in our schools every day.

Team Mean Machine, consisting of students from the Hockinson, Camas, and Washougal School Districts, revealed this season's robot: Vulcan!

At the February 28, 2022 School Board Meeting the Board approved the revision of the 2021-22 school year calendar. 

Following every federal 10-year census, school districts in the State of Washington are required to undergo a redistricting process to update and equalize populations in their board-represented districts.

The FirstView bus tracking app can now be downloaded by HSD parents. Read on for additional information.

At its 11/29 Regular Meeting, the Hockinson School Board approved an Educational Programs & Operations Levy for the Feb. 8, 2022 ballot.

The annual HHS Canned Food Drive kicks off on November 9. Please donate to help Hockinson's families-in-need. 

Native American Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions and histories and important contributions of Native Americans in our region and country.

OSPI Superintendent Chris Reykdal: "Our K–12 workforce really stepped up in a way that further protects themselves, their students, colleagues, families, and their communities at large."

The Fall Sports season is drawing to a close and we wanted to make the HSD community aware of the safety protocols for the upcoming Winter Sports season.

In the Spring of 2021, HHES established an ambitious goal: To have every student read at grade level by 3rd Grade.  This fall, HHS students are volunteering to help make that goal a reality.

For student and staff safety, HSD campuses are closed to the public while school is in session. Community use is welcome prior to 8 am and, if available, after 4 pm.

Hockinson Schools are aligning around three primary facets of its teacher evaluation model to increase student learning and achievement.

HHS Leadership students took 9th Graders on safaris throughout the HHS campus as part of this year's Freshman Orientation.

On July 28, 2021 the Washington Department of Health issued a requirement that masks be worn in all schools in the state to begin the 2021-22 school year.

On July 21 Hockinson students learned about what it takes to design and build robots. They also got acquainted with FIRST Robotics Team 2471 - a cooperative program for students in the Hockinson, Washougal, and Camas School Districts.

Welcome Tim Fox, the new Principal of Hockinson High School!

HHS Health/Physical Education Teacher Leslie Pershall was recognized by KXL Radio as an Everyday Hero! Pershall was nominated as a teacher who positively impacts the lives of her students.

At its May 3 Special Meeting, the Hockinson School Board reviewed guidelines and data before voting to continue with the HSD's current learning model of 5 full days of learning at HHES and 4 full days at HMS and HHS.