The Hood River County School District is now taking applications for the currently vacant position six on its board. Position six is in the northeast portion of the district. To be considered for the appointment, applicants must be legally registered voters and residents of Hood River County and reside within the position six attendance area. Applications and position zone maps are available at the district website. Applications will be accepted until this coming Thursday at 4 p.m. Board members will conduct public interviews, vote to select the candidate, and appoint and administer the oath of office to the new board member at the May 9 meeting. The new board member will fill a term that ends on June 30, 2019. Those with questions can call the district at 541-387-5013.