The Hood River County School District started offering limited in-person instruction to eligible students on Monday.  Oregon Department of Education metrics and guidance allow the district to provide the in-person instruction to a small group of students who are experiencing significant challenges with distance learning, and the district indicated it plans to expand the program over the coming weeks to provide more in-person instructional opportunities to students.  The district has prioritized students to participate in the limited in-person program based on attendance, behavior and academics.  Participation is voluntary.  The district says it will follow all safety protocols outlined in its operational blueprints, and has the support of the Hood River County Health Department.