School News

In Hockinson, it’s possible for students to connect across schools and form bonds that extend beyond the classroom. A recent case-in-point: You may have seen (and heard) HMS Band at the football game on October 18! HMS 8th grade band members joined the HHS Band on the field to perform the halftime show and in the stands at the game's conclusion.

Congratulations to the HHS Band students at the Lower Columbia River Music Educators Association! Hockinson student musicians in grades 9-12 performed at the association's annual Honor Band Concert last month. Our award-winning band also performed beautifully at its recent Fall Concert alongside Washougal High School. We couldn’t be more proud of our dedicated student musicians.

We are bringing back Student Spotlights! This month, we have the honor of introducing you to Catelyn Russell, a senior at HHS who participates in Leadership and played an active role in coordinating Unity Day activities. Here is more from Catelyn on her involvement with Unity Day:

Read a summary of FCP Survey #4 results here!

Meet Courtney Tomlinson, a Hockinson parent and Facilities Planning Committee member!

The HHS Theatre Company has been preparing for its fall play, “The Giver,” since June and the MPR doors finally open next Friday! “The Giver” is set in a future world where differences are outlawed and a committee of elders makes choices for community members down to what they wear. The play follows one boy’s journey to seeing beyond his community and understanding there was choice, diversity, and freedom in the past.

This season marks Mallorie Henker's debut as HHS' volleyball head coach, and she's already embracing the "Go Hawks!" spirit. She brings over 15 years of coaching experience across various age groups, including a highly successful stint as the varsity coach at Washougal High School.

Today’s Spotlight on HSD Facilities post is a slight departure from our past stories because it doesn’t involve a repair or replacement. Instead, it is more of a natural addition meant to enhance the school’s climate: Plants.

This year, HHS students Pavann Ou (Grade 11), Hunter Bledsoe (Grade 10), and Kaylin Truong (Grade 12) are serving on the Clark County Youth Commission to represent the voice of local youth alongside 27 other students.

Here is a rundown of final contests and upcoming league and district competitions for Hockinson's middle and high school fall sports athletes:

Today’s Spotlight on HSD Facilities has an emotional storyline that includes surprise, disappointment, and ultimately happiness because it was resolved without negatively impacting the HSD’s finances and its services to students.

The Sept. 17 HSD Facilities Open House was the first of three opportunities to engage directly with HSD parents and community members about the district's facilities challenges. Join School Board members and school leaders at the Oct. 18 Community Tour and Oct. 24 Open House to learn about the district's facilities needs and discuss possible solutions.

HHS sophomore Hunter Bledsoe was featured in a recent KXL Radio Everyday Hero segment for his ongoing efforts to feed those in his community. Hunter organizes a food drive every year, and last year he gathered 1,900 canned food items. In 2024, his goal is to fundraise enough to eclipse the 2,500 mark!

Hockinson School District is focused on ensuring student success through regular attendance, which is vital for academic and social growth. At HMS, students recently achieved 96.6% attendance, with 98.2% of students arriving on time. Good job, Hornets!

Meet Brian Hebert, a Hockinson parent and Facilities Planning Committee member!

Read a summary of FCP Survey #3 results here!

Two HHS seniors who distinguished themselves on last year’s Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test recently received some exciting news: They had earned commended status, meaning their scores placed them in the top 50,000 students in the country. Congratulations to Avery Berg and Brenton McNair!

Congratulations to the HHS Boys Tennis Team. The boys made school history this afternoon by posting their first-ever varsity win, defeating Mark Morris 4-1.

HHS English teacher Lauren Broer has her work cut out for her. Enrollment in her Advanced Placement Literature & Composition (AP Lit) class has quadrupled over the past three years! 

Evergreen Home Loans’ Vancouver branch recently donated several computer monitors to the HHS Wrestling Team. These monitors are used to track results during meets more effectively. Thank you, Evergreen Home Loans Vancouver, for supporting our student athletes with this generous donation.