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Back-to-School Information

Schedule Pickups and First Days of School

Schedule and iPad Pick Up Days

Aug. 14-15
HRVHS Main Entrance 
Thursday, Aug. 14 8am - 7pm
Friday, Aug. 15 8am - 5pm
Required for all students.

First Week of School

Aug. 25 (Monday)
Only Grades 10, 11, and 12
Student IDs, Pictures, Parking Passes, and Schedule Corrections
Additional pages for your yearbook will also be available and must be picked up by the student themselves.

Scheduled by Class Year

  • Seniors 8am - 9:30am
  • Juniors 9:45am -11:15am
  • Sophomores 11:30am - 1pm

Space is limited. If you arrive early or late, you may need to wait.

Aug. 26 (Tuesday) 
Only 9th Graders and New Students
9th Grade Link Day & Pictures/Student ID
8:20am - 3:10pm

New Students (10th-12th grades)
1pm - 3:10pm

Aug. 27 (Wednesday)
All students. First day of regular classes.
8:20am - 3:10pm

Fall Celebration / Open House & Club Fair

Sept. 16
All students and families welcome! 
4:30pm - 6:30pm

Registration and Enrollment

All Hood River County School District students complete online registration each year. Students who went to school in another district last year need to complete enrollment.

Schedules and Calendars

Bell Schedules:

A Days and B Days

HRVHS follows an A/B block schedule. Students go to periods 1-4 on A Days and periods 5-8 on B Days. A days and B days alternate throughout the year.

Calendars

HRVHS Events Calendar

  • Includes links to our important dates flyer and the A-Day / B-Day Schedule

9th Grade Orientation (Link Day) and New Student Orientation

Date: Aug. 26

9th Grade Orientation (Link Day)

Freshmen are required to attend on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 8:20am - 3:10pm. If your student will be absent, call the Attendance office at 541-386-5657. 

More Information:

  • Wear comfortable clothes
  • Do not bring any school supplies
  • Lunch will be provided. 
  • Go to the commons when you arrive to get your name tag. 
  • Buses will run on the regular HRV high school schedule. 

New Student Orientation

10th, 11th, 12th graders new to HRVHS

  • 1pm to 3:10pm
  • Report to the main entrance, by the flag pole.
  • Please do not bring any school supplies. 
  • Let us know if you need help getting to school. You can ride the bus home.

Buses

Visit the HRVHS transportation web page for information on bus routes and to request a pick up and drop off stop.

Supplies

Suggested supply list:

  • Binder or Folders
  • Pens, Pencils, Highlighters
  • Sticky Notes
  • Spiral Notebooks
  • Simple Calculator (optional)

Teachers will tell students about any additional supplies for specific classes once school starts.

Fees

School and class fees may be paid online or by cash or check at the HRVHS main office.

School Pictures

All students are required to have their picture taken for their ID card. Families can order pictures as well. 

  • Aug 25: Grades 10, 11 and 12
  • Aug 26: Grade 9

Picture Day Tips:
Plan Haircuts Early
Schedule haircuts 7-10 days before picture day for a natural, fresh look.
Keep Outfits Simple 
Solid colors or small patterns work best. Sleeves and classic collared shirts always photograph well.
Avoid logos and Text 
Avoid clothing with graphics or writing—these may be partially cropped in the final image.

Picture ordering information

Yearbook

Students may order a yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year through our online payment system. To order by cash or check, come to the main office. 

Supplements to the 2024-2025 yearbook will be available at registration and must be picked up in person by the student.

Senior Yearbook Pictures

We encourage you to schedule your senior’s portrait session this summer while schedules are more flexible. Senior portraits are due Jan. 10, but taking them early ensures you have plenty of time and avoids a last-minute rush during the school year.

Sports

More information on participating in HRVHS sports.

School Breakfast and Lunch

Free lunch and breakfast are provided for all students every school day. Visit the nutrition services website for menus and more information.

Parking

Only Juniors and Seniors may purchase parking passes. Sophomores may park at Golden Eagle Park. Passes may be revoked for behavior violations or low attendance.

Applying for a Pass

  • Complete this google form prior to arriving at Schedule Change / Picture Day.
  • Be sure to bring proof of insurance and your driver’s license with you to pick up your pass at Schedule Change / Picture Day. 
  • There is a $10 fee.

Senior Parking Spot Painting

Seniors may apply to paint their own parking spot. This spot is theirs for the school year and is reserved for them during the school day. Spots are available in the HRVHS south parking lot and students must have their spot design approved prior to starting painting.

How to Participate

  • Sign up for your spot and pick up your spot design template at HRVHS Registration (Aug. 14, noon-5pm, Aug. 15 8am-noon) 
  • Submit your spot design for approval to the main office by noon on Aug. 21
  • Spot painting will take place on Aug. 23 and 24 for 7am to noon.

Communication

Updates, Reminders, & Contacting Teachers: ParentSquare

  • Email and text reminders
  • Eagle Update (monthly newsletter)
  • Two-way communication with teachers and staff
  • Emergency alerts

School Website: HRVHS.com

  • School information
  • Events Calendar
  • School and District News
  • Important Dates Flyer

Contact Information:
Hood River Valley High School
1220 Indian Creek Road
Hood River OR 97031

General Phone: 541-386-4500
Attendance Line: 541-386-5657
FAX: 541-386-2400
hrvhsinfo@hoodriver.k12.or.us

Common Questions

Q: What if my student wants to change classes?
10th-12th graders have the opportunity to make schedule changes on Aug. 25. See our back to school information for more details. 9th graders, and those who don’t attend on Aug. 25 will have the opportunity to request schedule changes via Google Form. This form will be shared on Aug. 26.

Q: What if we missed iPad and Schedule Pickup?
A: Come to the main office the week before school starts.

Q: What if we don’t have internet at home?
A: Contact the school for support options, including hotspots.

Q: What if we need help in Spanish or another language?
A: Bilingual staff and translation services are available—just ask!

More Questions? HRVHS FAQ