HSD News Round-Up

Pictured: The curtains closed on Hockinson High School Theatre Company's Fall Play, "One Stoplight Town," last week. Now, they are preparing to perform "The Rainbow Fish" for our youngest audience members later this week! Continue reading below to learn more.

The November 6 edition of the HSD News Round-Up features stories on how new science curriculum is enhancing student learning at all three schools, a HSD employee earning a special state honor, a recap of numerous events held across the district, and so much more!

November 6, 2026

HSD News Round-Up

Strong Foundations, Soaring Futures

This school year, we're launching Strong Foundations, Soaring Futures, a districtwide initiative that builds on our district's traditions of personalized learning and preparing all students for lifelong success. All HSD schools are focused on creating campuses and classrooms where every student belongs, grows, and is supported at school and home to realize their full potential as a student and as a graduate. Learn more here: hocksd.org/strong-foundations

Strong Foundations

Exploring Like a Scientist: A New Approach to Science at the HSD

Hockinson School District has reshaped science instruction across all three schools to help students excel in the classroom and beyond. Fifth graders at Hockinson Heights Elementary School began this school year with two new science programs that center around learning by studying real-world phenomena.

Hockinson Middle School adopted Amplify Science in 2023 and has since observed the number of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations rise by 35.4% in two years. The newly adopted curriculum adopted by Hockinson High School last year lets students study one subject at a time rather than integrating several areas into a single class. Instead of taking Integrated Science courses, students learn biology in 9th grade, chemistry in 10th grade, and physics in 11th grade.

Students in each grade level explore like scientists and develop skills that will serve them long after graduation. Read more here.

Soaring Futures

Students Explore New Chemistry Curriculum Through Hands-On Experiments

Chemistry students at the high school put their scientific learning into action with hands-on lab experiments this fall. Students used chromatography to separate the colors in ink and measured the carbon dioxide released when mixing vinegar and baking soda. These experiments help students develop practical lab skills and apply classroom concepts to real-world scenarios.

Local levy dollars support the new middle and high school science curriculum introduced this year. Thank you, Hockinson voters!

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Fall College and Career Fair Connects HHS Students With 70 Colleges and Employers

On Monday, Hockinson High School students spent Focus period exploring potential next steps after graduation at the annual Fall College and Career Fair.

About 70 representatives met with students, including those from colleges, universities, and professional job-readiness training programs. Students also met recruiters from the armed forces and local employers, including the Clark County Sheriff's Office, the Department of Natural Resources, and iQ Credit Union.

This annual fair is one way HHS prepares its students for lifelong success. Whether a student plans to continue their education or enter the workforce following graduation, opportunities like this give them a head start on planning for the future and meeting local professions.

Hockinson High School Psychologist Jordan Mosier Earns State Award!

We are proud to announce that Jordan Mosier has been recognized by the Washington State Association of School Psychologists (WSASP) as the 2026 recipient of the Best Practices in Consultation Award. Mosier is a valued member of the HHS team and consistently goes above and beyond to provide care for our students. Read more here.