Enhancing education for students in the Hood River County School District
Through our 57 scholarship funds, the Education Foundation has awarded more than $2,500,000 in scholarships to more than 1000 students. The Foundation has also raised and distributed more than $500,000 through its Impact Teaching Programs.
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Our Scholars & Donors
The continuing education scholarship helped me complete my degree while working full-time. I'm now the first college graduate in my family.
Thank you for believing in me and my potential. I am committed to making the most of this great opportunity you have given me.
I share a passion for athletics and community that Steve shared with the Hood River Valley. I look forward to using your help to further my academics and carry on Steve’s commitment to the Gorge.
Program Highlights
Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler Field Trip
The Field Trip Grant provided us with the opportunity to extend our learning from the classroom to the Columbia River. Taking a ride on the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler was an ideal educational adventure for our 8th grade learners and staff. This experience allowed our students the opportunity to connect their learning targets directly to the native history of our region.
Wy'East Middle School
Family Literacy Night
Literacy Night is a new program that helps students build reading skills by working with parents to support reading at home. The pilot implementation of this program resulted in all participating students reading at or above grade level. In 2025, the Opportunity Fund provided funding to enable the district to launch Literacy Night at all elementary schools.
All Elementary Schools
Learning Local Ecology with SECRETS
Through hands-on lessons in the classroom and outdoors, students learn about ecology, local plants and wildlife, and the natural connections in their own backyard. SECRETS is a co-curricular program offered by the Gorge Discovery Center, and an HRCEF support ensure every 5th grade student experiences this unique learning opportunity.
All Elementary Schools
