The Hood River County School District board went through operational blueprints for a return to in-person instruction during a three-hour worksession.  District staff went through the blueprints that cover both district-wide and school-specific protocols once the County meets the state’s metrics to allow students back in buildings.  Board members were positive about the plans, with Corinda Hankins-Elliott pointing out that communication with the community will be key.  The operational blueprints will be available on the Hood River County School District website at hoodriver.k12.or.us.  The district is hoping to bring K-3 students back to classrooms in late November if the County metrics allow.  The district had previously announced that students in grades 4-12 will remain in comprehensive distance learning until February 2, which coincides with the end of the first semester for middle and high school students.