Hoquiam High School

Welcome back from Spring Break!!! We are excited to be heading down the home stretch for this school year. In the coming weeks students will begin state testing and finishing assignments and projects for the end of the school year. As a reminder if you or child experiences symptoms of COVID-19 please stay home. COVID-19 testing in school helps keep students in class and doing the things they enjoy. After being out for the last week HSD wants to remind you we offer regular COVID-19 testing at the middle school each morning starting at 7:30am. Testing is available for students, staff and families that need it. Our goal is to keep our schools healthy and safe and finish the year strong. If you have any questions regarding COVID-19 please contact Nurse Rhianna or Jason Ihde.

Our March 28-April 2 Grizzly Athlete of the Week is Carron Blood (11) in Fastpitch Parents: Jeremy & Brenda Blood Other Sports: Volleyball Other school activities/clubs: Honor Society, Professional Medical Career Favorite food: Macaroni & Cheese (Gotta be Kraft) Biggest influence and why: My Mom and Dad- they push to try 110% everyday, they are always there for me when I need someone to talk to or lean my head on their shoulder. College plans: My plan is to go to Grays Harbor College and receive my associates in science as an RN Nurse. Then work towards my Bachelors in business at university. Accomplishments: Carron hit two home runs, drove in 4 runs and was the winning pitcher in our 7-4 win against Monte on Friday April 1st. She was also the winning pitcher against Monte on Tuesday March 29th. Carron continues to work hard in all areas of her game, pitching, hitting and the outfield. She has a positive attitude and never seems to get down on herself or her teammates. Carron is a positive influence on the morale of our 2022 Grizzly Fastpitch team.

Grizzly Athlete of the Week for March 21-26th...... Kristina Goulet (10) ~ Varsity Track & Field Parents: Randall & Brenda Goulet Other Sports: Volleyball Other school activities/clubs: ASB, Honor Society Favorite food: Apples & Peanut Butter – the best snack! Biggest influence and why: My biggest influence would be my sister Elyse. She graduated in 2019 and was a 4 year letter winner in Volleyball & Track. Her past records and dedication to her sports motivates me to work hard and be better. College plans: I hope to study abroad in Europe through the University of Washington. Possible interests are Teaching or Environmental Studies. Accomplishments: Kristina had a great day at our recent league meet in Hoquiam on March 23rd. She was a big contributor to the Hoquiam Girls team that placed 1st in our meet with five schools. Kristina won two events and placed 3rd in another: 1st place: 400 meters with a personal best time of 68.1, 1st place: 4x400 Relay and 3rd place: Pole Vault. As a sophomore, there is a lot of success ahead in Track & Field for Kristina!! Congrats Kristina!

Spring Sports welcomes our first Grizzly Athlete of the Week... Kolby Skolrood (12) March 14-19th Varsity Boys Soccer Parent: Donald Skolrood Other school activities/clubs: Running Start Favorite food: Chicken Biggest influence and why: My sister, she set the standard for my academics. College plans: Undecided Accomplishments: Kolby is our main center back and has continually proven to be a very dedicated player ready to take on any challenge. Kolby is also great team player! In the first few games, Kolby has shown his ability to adjust to new formations as well as working with and helping new players. Kolby’s leadership on and off the field will be critical to our team this season. Way to start the spring season strong Kolby!

Parents, Hoquiam High School will be participating in the English Language Arts State Test on Thursday March 24, 2022. This will impact Sophomores and Juniors. Seniors will have a two hour late start on this day.

Reminder that Monday February 28th is a half day early release for all Hoquiam School District students for district staff professional development.

Alert: Premier Medical Group Covid Testing. Parents/Staff may have received a text message of covid test results claiming the test is for today. This data was being updated from previous testing and was communicated again by mistake. PMG apologizes for the confusing message and is working to correct this. If you or child did not test with PMG today then disregard the message from today. If you have any questions please contact Jason Ihde or Rhianna Culican, RN for more information.

Celebrating our State Bound Wrestlers and Musicians at lunchtime!!! Ana Aguilar - choir Tommy Catron - Band Sarah Morgan - Band Jane Spacek - Band Minh Thi Butler - Band (she made it into the All-State Orchestra which is HUGE) Oliver Bryson (9) Anthony Burtenshaw (11) Siosi Villarreal (12) Way to go GRIZZLIES!

Dual Celebrations for our GRIZZLIES Thursday February 17, 11:30am!!! Everyone is welcome to join the celebration of wrestlers Oliver Bryson, Anthony Burtenshaw and Siosi Villarreal before departing for their first ever Mat Classic State Tournament experience Thursday February 17th 11:30am in the HS Student Center. In addition to celebrating our three wrestlers Thursday 11:30am, we will also be recognizing these students as they are also heading to State competition this weekend. Our Band/Choir students going to All-State this weekend are: Ana Aguilar - choir Minh Thi Butler - Band (she made it into the All-State Orchestra which is HUGE) Tommy Catron - Band Sarah Morgan - Band Jane Spacek - Band These music students head to Yakima on Saturday (back on Monday) They were selected out of over 3,000 music students through a recorded audition process. They've already WON their position through their audition. The event this weekend is to rehearse, prepare and perform the HONOR Concerts. Please join our celebration 11:30am in the HS student center Thursday 2/17!! GO GRIZZLIES!

Congratulations to these Grizzlies for their 1A Evergreen All League Honors this Winter: Boys Basketball: Michael Lorton Watkins (11) - 1st Team Justice Stankovich (11) - 2nd Team Giovanni Foster (12) - Honorable Mention Zander Jump (10) - Honorable Mention Jake Templer (11) - Honorable Mention Girls Basketball: Charli Sampson (12) - 2nd Team Fantastic job to these Grizzlies for their All-League Basketball recognition!

Grizzlies are honoring two Athletes of the Week for February 7-12th. Emma Johnson (12) Wrestling Parent are John & Jennifer Johnson Other Sports: Soccer Favorite food: Sushi Biggest influence and why: My father. Since wrestling was a big part of his life, I got to share the experience of wrestling with him and I’m glad to be able to learn from him. College plans: Play soccer and compete in wrestling at Grays Harbor College as well as finish my AA and get a degree in something I’m passionate about. Accomplishments: Emma has been an extremely dedicated wrestler and shown tremendous growth in her first year of competition. She demonstrated high levels of improvement as a result of her tireless work ethic. Emma was the Sub-Regional Champion and qualified for the Regional Tournament in a very competitive weight bracket. Her work ethic and attitude was infectious which was a great example for all members of the team both new and experience. Way to go Emma!

Grizzlies are honoring two Athletes of the Week for February 7-12th. Anthony Burtenshaw ( 11) Wrestling Parents are Adam Burtenshaw & Melissa Huett Other Sports: Football Other school activities/clubs: Band Favorite food: Sushi Biggest influence and why: In my everyday life my family is my biggest influence but in wrestling I really don’t have a big influence. However, I do aspire to be the best I can possibly be. College plans: After High School I want to strive to become a Fish and Game Warden but have not decided what college to attend. Accomplishments: Anthony was a 1A Evergreen League Champion and then placed 5th in Regionals which has qualified him for his first State Tournament experience. He has a been a ranked wrestler this entire season but this has not impacted how he approaches each practice. Anthony works harder than everyone and he never rests on past accomplishments. He is always looking to improve, always looking for ways to become a more diverse wrestler and always keeps his opponents guessing. Anthony wants to achieve great things in wrestling and has figured out that being willing to put in the work will provide high odds to reach his lofty goals. Go get em at State Anthony!

Tommy Wallace finished his Senior year with a 7th place finish in the 200 freestyle race, shaving off 8.26 seconds for a PR to end this race. He also placed 9th in his 100 breaststroke race. He ended up scoring 11 points for Hoquiam this year at Districts. Way to go Tommy!

Congratulations to 2022 Graduate Ellie Winkelman who has signed a Letter of Intent at Green River College to compete for the Women's Soccer team! She has worked so hard towards this goal and will be a tremendous leader, teammate & player for the Gators! Way to go Ellie! ⚽️

Hoquiam HS is excited to announce that 2022 Graduate Tyara Straka has signed a Letter of Intent to compete on the University of Oklahoma Track & Field Team! Tyara will compete in the Shot Put and Discus. This is an outstanding accomplishment and the Hoquiam Community looks forward to adding Oklahoma to our list of favorite athletic programs! Congrats Tyara!

This week celebrate National School Counseling Week by highlighting and saying thanks to some of the best. Our school counselors do an amazing job supporting our students and the social and emotional needs and they a big part of the team supporting students academic needs as well. Hoquiam High School has two alumni that have chosen to take their journey to being a counselor and came back to serve students in the school and district that they graduated. We appreciate Mrs. Winkelman and Mrs. Helland at HHS!

Our Grizzly Athlete of the week for January 31-February 5, 2022 is.... Oliver Bryson ( 9) Wrestling Parents: Chris & Heidi Bryson Other Sports: Golf, Baseball Other school activities/clubs: Woodshop Club Favorite food: Salmon Burger Biggest influence and why: My parents. They help me do better at things by encouraging me to try hard. College plans: Go to Trade School Accomplishments: Oliver has been on a steady rate of improvement throughout this season. His improvement propelled him to an unbeaten record at the 1A Evergreen League Duals which secured a top seed at our League Championship tournament. Through his continued hard work on the practice mat, Oliver was able to capitalize against his opponents and win the 1A Evergreen League Championship at 145 lbs as a freshman and advance to the 1A Regional Tournament. Way to go Oliver!

Come out and support our Drama Club this weekend as they present "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" at Hoquiam High School. See the flyer for more information. You can pick up your tickets ahead of time at Hoquiam High School between 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM or get your tickets at the door. Seating will be limited and masks will be required during the event.

Our Grizzly Athlete of the Week for January 24-29th is.... Kamryn Krohn (12) Varsity Girls Basketball Parents: Shane & Jen Krohn Other Sports: Volleyball Track & Field Other school activities/clubs: HOPE Squad, Honor Society, FCCLA Favorite food: Pizza Biggest influence and why: My parents alongside my sisters. They always push me to be the best and will help me with anything! College plans: Attend WSU and do something with kids, animals or athletes. Accomplishments: Kamryn had a great week against opponents Tenino and Elma. In a big team win vs. Elma Friday January 28th, Kamryn had 12 points, 5 rebounds and four steals. During her Senior season, Kamryn has demonstrated great leadership and is the ultimate Grizzly teammate! Way to go Kamryn!

January 31, 2022 9:30am: Our Varsity Boys Basketball contest at Montesano tonight, 1/31, will now start at 6:00pm. There is no JV contest with Monte tonight. The Varsity game is a stand alone game. All spectators are welcome at Monte 6:00pm. GO GRIZZLIES!