College & Career Readiness
Job readiness is a priority at Hockinson School District. We’re committed to helping every student find their path after high school, whether that is higher education, entering the workforce, or exploring vocational training. In the 2024-25 school year, 738 students are enrolled in CTE courses at Hockinson High School. This has grown from 609 in the 2022-23 school year. This year, Hockinson High School has the highest CTE enrollment in the school’s history.
Contact Info:
Angelina Sarkinen - College and Career Center Resource
Phone : 360-448-6450, main line
Cree Reynolds - College and Career Readiness Advisor
Phone: 360-448-6450, main line
Career Readiness News

Hockinson Students Shine at Cascadia Technical Academy Awards
Hockinson High School students were front and center at this year’s Cascadia Technical Academy (CTA) Awards Reception, held May 20. Hockinson High School seniors Brian Webster and Robbie Matheson were each named Distinguished Graduates, and earlier this spring, Charlie Varney received the prestigious Greater Clark County Youth Service Award.
Webster and Matheson earned regional recognition for their dedication and excellence in pre-electrical and fire science programs, respectively. Webster is enrolled in CTA's inaugural Pre-Electrical program based in Woodland, WA. He will be pursuing a career as a commercial electrician after high school. Matheson served as a crew chief in the Fire Science program and will be attending college next year in preparation for a career in firefighting.
Varney was honored by Cascadia Technical Academy earlier this spring for her involvement in school activities, leadership, and volunteerism. She is enrolled in CTA’s Aviation Science & Technology program.

Hockinson High School’s Angelina Sarkinen Awarded 2024 Educator of the Year Award; Student Earns Washington STEM Rising Star Award
At the fourth annual STEM Rising Star and Regional Partners Award Ceremony, Career Connect Southwest (CCSW) announced Hockinson High School College & Career Resource Specialist Angelina Sarkinen as the 2024 Educator of the Year and Hockinson High School student Elsie Lyon as a Washington STEM Rising Star Award finalist.

Thanks to Gates Foundation Grant, Hockinson School District Hires College & Career Readiness Advisor at High School
Meet Cree Reynolds, the new College and Career Readiness Advisor at Hockinson High School (HHS). Reynolds helps students to navigate their strengths and reach their goals, whether those goals are to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or explore vocational training.