Inside Scoop

Hello, Hawks:

We have the first Friday Night Lights against the Trappers of Fort Vancouver High School tonight at HHS! Join us for what is shaping up to be a beautiful fall day. As a reminder, students cannot bring in backpacks or bags, water bottles or outside drinks, and there is no re-entry.

We are wrapping up our second week of the school year and we've got some new policies in effect. Our students have done an amazing job adjusting to the changes - in fact, they have far exceeded my expectations! Great job, Hawks.

There is a lot more to celebrate, so read more below!

Here's what you'll find in the Scoop this week:

• HHS Cell Phone and Personal Device Policy
• Focus Policy
• Tech Platform Changes
• PSATs - October 14
• Class of 2027 Grad Committee Information
• Senior Night - September 10 from 6pm - 7pm
• Senior Yearbook Information
• Senior Off-Campus Information
• Seniors - Service Academy Information Night
• Athletics Information
• Livestream of Games
• Weightroom Schedule
• Athletics Calendar
• AAA Boosters Information
• Band Update

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at tim.fox@hocksd.org. Thank you for your support!

Go Hawks! #Elevate

Here are some big events happening soon at HHS:

• Monday, Sept 7: Labor Day - No School
• Thursday, Sept 10: HHS Senior Info Night at 5:30 - 7 pm
• Saturday, Sept 12: Husky Band Day
• Tuesday-Friday, Sept 15-18: HHS Spirit Week
• Friday, Sept 18: HHS Homecoming Football Game
• Saturday, Sept 19: HHS Homecoming Dance
• Tuesday, Sept 29: IT Public Surplus Sale at 4 - 7 pm

• Tuesday, Oct 6: Josten's Make Up Picture Day @ HHS

• Friday, Oct 9: State Inservice Day - No School

• Thursday, Oct 15: LCRMEA Honor Band Concert at 7 - 8pm

• Saturday, Oct 17: Annual AAA Booster Hawk-tion at 5 - 9pm @ 7801 NE Greenwood Dr in Vancouver

• Wednesday, Oct 21: HSD’s Tour of Schools at 8 - 11am, begin @ HCC

This one is easy! It's No Fly Focus...every day.

We love seeing our students connect with teachers, but during Focus period, we follow one very strict, supernatural law - The Vampire Rule.

Much like the creatures of the night, students cannot enter another teacher's classroom during Focus unless they have been formally invited with a pre-arranged pass.

• Why the rule? Focus is meant to be a high-value time for academic support, catch-up, targeted instruction, and to make up assessments. Hallway travel without a destination creates distractions for everyone.

• How it works: If a teacher needs to see you, they’ll issue a pass. Otherwise, your default location for Focus is where you belong for the duration.

PS - This is the one instructional period of the day that you get to use your phone - unless we've got HSBP, you're taking a test, or your teacher tells you no phones during Focus!

Hockinson School District will be updating some of our educational technology platforms for students and parents. We want to share what you can expect and where to find information beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Read more here.

ALL Hockinson High School Juniors take the PSATs free-of-charge on October 14. This is a sign of our belief and investment in our students. Regardless of the career path you are on, you will take a high-stakes test. And who knows? Maybe you'll open some other doors that you didn't think were available to you.

October 14, 2026 - ALL Juniors; Sophomores can opt to take this test for $20 (if a sophomore takes it in the fall, they cannot take it in the spring)

Spring 2027 - Sophomores can take this test as long as they did not take it in the fall; this test is also open to Freshmen

Senior Families,

This Google Doc link will be frequently updated with all the latest Class of 2027 Grad Committee news, please save this Doc for easy reference throughout the year. The Grad Class Committee not only plans and fundraises for the Grad Party, we also are responsible for many other senior events that make the year special. In this newsletter you will find important resources to help you navigate the year, as well as opportunities to volunteer, donate and fundraise for these special events. We hope our seniors and their families have a memorable year!

2027 Grad Committee Newsletter

Warmly,

Class of 2027

Grad Class Committee

Join us for Senior Night on September 10 from 6-7pm here in the HHS MPR. Our counseling team will be presenting about High School Beyond Plans, post-secondary options, FAFSA information, and graduation requirements.

Hockinson High School is launching our program allowing seniors to leave campus for lunch once a month. This initiative rewards students, supports local businesses, and builds time management and responsibility.

Key Details & Requirements:

• Eligibility: Seniors on track to graduate with good attendance (0 unexcused absences, no more than 3 tardies in the issuance month).

• Mandatory Permission Slip: Parents/guardians must opt-in. No signed form = no pass. Forms require signatures from both the parent/guardian and the student.

• Accountability: Returning late results in losing the pass for the following month. Off-campus privileges will be revoked for the entire year for drug/alcohol/vape violations or for transporting non-qualifying students off campus.

Note: This is a trial project. Future frequency or full continuation of the program depends on student compliance and community feedback.

From the Office of Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, Member of Congress

On Tuesday September 8th, my office will host an information night for students interested in applying to our nation’s military service academies. The event will be held from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Columbia Room at the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver, WA 98660.

The information night will have two parts: presentations and an open house. During the presentation, each service academy will give a brief presentation on their academy and their applications processes. A staff member from my office will also give a presentation on the process for receiving a congressional nomination. Following this, attendees will be free to meet with service academy representatives.

High school juniors, or anyone 17-22 years old who lives in Washington’s Third District, are able to apply for a service academy nomination from me through my website. The deadline for 2027 service academy nomination requests is Sunday, November 15, 2026.

Every year, I’m impressed by the incredible students from across Southwest Washington who step up to serve their country and our community. I’m hosting this information session to support the next generation of young leaders as they apply to our nation’s military service academies.

My team always stands ready to support students with the application process. Those with questions not listed in the FAQs are encouraged to reach out online, by phone at (360) 695-6292, or in person at my Vancouver or Kelso offices.

Sincerely,

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez

Member of Congress

Recent Results:

• Cross Country - Clark County Jamboree
• Graysen Aldridge had the fastest overall time in the 2 mile run for girls
• Tanner Hood had the third fastest overall time in the 2 mile run for boys
• See all results here

• Girls Volleyball beat Battle Ground in the first game of their season (25-15, 25-21, 25-20)

• Emilie Willis (8) 17 kills, 12 digs, 3 aces

• Caidence Hunt (17) 21 assists, 10 digs, 7 aces
• Evelynn Matson 5 kills, 3 blocks
• Juliana Kamahaku 4 kills, 5 blocks, 3 digs

• Girls Soccer drew with Seton Catholic in the first game of their season - read the Columbian article here

🏆 Extracurricular Reminders & Academic Eligibility

Participation in athletics, theatre, band, and clubs is a privilege, and we encourage all students to get involved! To remain eligible:

• Attendance: Students must attend all classes on a given day to participate in after-school events or practices. If a student has a doctor's appointment during the day, they must return to school with an official doctor’s note to be cleared for practice or activities.

• Academic Standards: Students must be enrolled full-time, maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA, and have no more than one failing grade. Grade checks will take place every 3–4 weeks throughout each season.

🤝 Extracurricular Code of Conduct

We expect our student participants to hold themselves to the highest standards across three key areas:

• Classroom: Arrive on time, stay in class, maintain passing grades, respect teachers and peers, and take responsibility for missed work during early dismissals for travel.

• Practice: Arrive on time, follow directions, respect teammates, and care for equipment and facilities.

• Games & Travel: Follow school rules during transport, represent our high school positively, and show respect to officials, opponents, and host facilities.

There’s a lot happening with the HHS AAA Booster Club this fall! Here are a few ways to get involved, support our students, and save the date for upcoming events.

Fundraising Opportunities for HHS Sports, Clubs & Classes

• Fall School Concessions

• Ridgefield Amphitheater Concert Volunteers

Save the Date!

• HAWK-TION: Rock the Night!

• Día de los Muertos 5K Run

• Holiday Bazaar

Thank you for supporting the Hockinson High School AAA Booster Club and the students, programs, clubs, and activities that make HHS such a special community.

Join us tonight for the first halftime show of the season. 7pm

Join us on Sept 22nd at Battle Ground Chipotle for our first dine-out fundraiser.

Email: tim.fox@hocksd.org
Website: https://hhs.hocksd.org/
Location: 16819 Northeast 159th Street, Brush Prairie, WA, USA
Phone: 360-448-6450
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HockinsonHS/