HOOD RIVER — Hood River County has issued an emergency declaration due to a significant flooding forecast. Consequently, all schools will operate on an early release schedule today, Dec. 18, to ensure students and staff are home before conditions worsen.
Schedule is as follows:
High school: 11 a.m.
Middle schools: 11:15 a.m.
Elementary schools: NoonÂ
Important pickup and transportation instructions
Parent pickup encouraged: We strongly encourage parents and guardians to pick up their children to the greatest extent possible. This helps reduce the number of students waiting in the cold and minimizes bus transit delays on slick roads.
Authorized pickup changes: If someone other than a parent or primary guardian will be picking up your student, you must notify the school office immediately (please do not contact teachers directly). We cannot release students to unauthorized individuals without prior confirmation.
Bus services: Transportation will run on an adjusted schedule, picking up students at the dismissal times listed above. Please expect potential delays due to road conditions.
Cancellations: All after-school programs and activities, sports practices, and evening events are canceled for today.
The safety of our students is our highest priority. Please ensure you have made arrangements for your child to be supervised upon their early arrival home.
Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe.
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