Hi-School Pharmacy

Hi-School Pharmacy Hi School Pharmacy has a history founded in the tradition of the classic corner drug store. This addition helped achieve the goal of offering one-stop shopping.

The original store, opened in 1925, was named High School Store due to its location across the street from Vancouver High School on Main Street, Vancouver, Washington. Because of its soda fountain and wide selection of candy and school supplies, it became a popular spot with the students. In 1939, two brothers, Ken and Matt Zapp, opened a pharmacy in the old Safeway building adjoining the High School Store. This doubled the size of the original store and greatly increased the variety of merchandise offered. More importantly, Hi-School Pharmacy, as it was duly named, became known as the place to have prescriptions filled. In 1948, Val and Dorothy Mowan purchased the Main Street store and over the next twenty years, remodeled and expanded the pharmacy and variety store to 10,000 square feet. In 1967, Steven Oliva, a Registered Pharmacist, bought Hi-School Pharmacy. In addition to filling prescriptions, Steve learned all aspects of the retail business from ordering and pricing merchandise to stocking shelves and advertising. His hard work and competitive nature, coupled with a booming economic environment in Southwest Washington, paid off. In the 1970’s, Hi-School Pharmacy expanded by building new stores, and by acquiring drug stores that had been previously operated by other companies, such as Pay’n Takit and Reder’s. With a strong core group of stores located in Vancouver, the company began to expand in other areas. The chain found its niche by locating in communities with smaller populations. Stores in the chain stretched from Northern California to multiple locations in Oregon and Southwest Washington. In an attempt to satisfy more of the customer’s needs, the 1980’s brought the addition of True Value and Ace Hardware into many of the Hi-School Pharmacy stores. Hi-School Pharmacy/Hardware remains an independently owned and operated company. The phenomenal success that this company has achieved in a relatively short period of time is directly attributable to the high quality, courteous service given the customers by the Hi-School Pharmacy/Hardware team. There is a great pride in what the name “Hi-School Pharmacy/Hardware” stands for in communities throughout the Northwest. It represents caring people, quality merchandise at competitive prices, courteous service and above all customer satisfaction.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our pharmacy will not be open until 12:00 this afternoon. We apologize for any inconven...
10/23/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our pharmacy will not be open until 12:00 this afternoon. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Have you checked out the new Monster Bash collection from Profusion Cosmetics? 👻🎃💀 It's full of wicked hues, spooky form...
10/16/2025

Have you checked out the new Monster Bash collection from Profusion Cosmetics? 👻🎃💀 It's full of wicked hues, spooky formulas, and monster-worthy Halloween looks.

And the best part? It's ON SALE! 😍 Click the link to check out other spooky sales going on right now: https://pharmacy.myhspstores.com/weekly-ads-promotions/

10/16/2025

Creepy and Kooky? Mysterious and Spooky? We're loving these Monster High dolls from Netflix Wednesday series!

Halloween is creeping up fast… are you ready? 😱No need to panic if not, we’ve got everything you need to get in the spoo...
10/15/2025

Halloween is creeping up fast… are you ready? 😱
No need to panic if not, we’ve got everything you need to get in the spooky spirit! 👻🎃

From baking supplies and decorations to makeup kits, carving tools, and (most importantly) candy… we’ve got it all!

10/12/2025

Need some inspo? Sinful Color Nails has you covered! We have so many fun colors for any combo!

10/11/2025

No lifting needed! Our friends Happy Hour have an incredible products and we're happy to locally bring it to you! Here's a quick video showing how to use and the benefits of using laundry sheets!

World Mental Health Day, Oct. 10, shines a spotlight on the importance of mental wellbeing. It’s a moment to raise aware...
10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day, Oct. 10, shines a spotlight on the importance of mental wellbeing. It’s a moment to raise awareness, challenge stigma and advocate for stronger policies and services to support mental health for all. The day also invites us to share inspiring stories, practical resources and hope. It reminds us all that mental health is just as vital as physical health. ❤

Did you know:
- 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year.
- 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year.
- 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year.

Click the link to learn how you can raise celebrate progress and awareness: https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/world-mental-health-day-2025/

Moss Out! For Roofs And Structures is on sale now for only $14!✅Exclusive micro-granule formula✅ Kills moss quickly✅ Use...
10/09/2025

Moss Out! For Roofs And Structures is on sale now for only $14!

✅Exclusive micro-granule formula
✅ Kills moss quickly
✅ Use on roofs, patios, sidewalks, brick and unpainted cement
✅ Non-staining, non-corrosive to galvanized gutters
✅ Covers up to 4,000 sq. ft.

10/08/2025

October's member deals are here! Swing on in to save big on GoodSense cough drops and Meadow Ridge Bird Seed! Your feathery friends will thank you

10/05/2025

Let's save money AND look spooky! Swing in to save 40% off Halloween Decor and MORE at

10/05/2025

It's okay if you already ate the candy I bought for Trick-or-Treaters too, we've got more on sale for you!

10/02/2025

October J4Y Rewards Member Exclusive: Stock up on 20 lb. Meadow Ridge Farms Wild Bird Food at only $8 a bag! (Limit 4)
Your feathered friends will thank you 😉

Not a rewards member? No problem! Sign up in-store or on our website: https://rewards.myhspstores.com/

Deals so good they're scary! 👻🎃Our October Savings Guide is filled with discounts in every department, special coupons f...
10/01/2025

Deals so good they're scary! 👻🎃
Our October Savings Guide is filled with discounts in every department, special coupons for seniors and military members, customer appreciation offers, and exclusive savings for Just 4 You Members🔥

Click here to view the full ad and participating locations: https://myhspstores.com/pharmacy-weekly-ads-promotions/

LABOR DAY HOURS UPDATE: We will be closed on Labor Day (Monday, 9/1). Please call the prescription department to plan ah...
08/27/2025

LABOR DAY HOURS UPDATE: We will be closed on Labor Day (Monday, 9/1). Please call the prescription department to plan ahead!

In observance of the 4th of July holiday, we will be closed on 7/4. Be sure to plan ahead if you will be needing prescri...
06/26/2025

In observance of the 4th of July holiday, we will be closed on 7/4. Be sure to plan ahead if you will be needing prescriptions filled!

‼️Our automated prescription refill line is currently experiencing difficulties. If you need to place a refill, please p...
06/09/2025

‼️Our automated prescription refill line is currently experiencing difficulties. If you need to place a refill, please press zero when you call, and we will work with you directly over the phone.

You can also bring in your prescription bottle with the prescription numbers on it to refill. We apologize for the inconvenience!

Wondering how to transfer your prescriptions to your local Hi-School Pharmacy? With many pharmacy locations closing thei...
05/29/2025

Wondering how to transfer your prescriptions to your local Hi-School Pharmacy? With many pharmacy locations closing their doors, we know this can be a stressful time, and we’re here to help make the transition as smooth as possible.

1) Gather the name, dosage, and prescription number of each medication, along with the address and phone number for the pharmacy. If the pharmacy you were set up through has officially closed, you can provide your doctor’s information and phone number to the pharmacist. (Your doctor can electronically send your prescriptions to us directly, and this is typically the fastest route. You can call them to request your prescriptions be sent via fax - Our fax number is 503-650-7855)

2) If you cannot reach your doctor’s office or prefer to talk to us directly, our prescription department’s phone number is 503-656-0306, and we can begin the transfer process. We will need to gather some additional personal and insurance information.

3) After gathering all information needed, our prescription department will submit the transfer and will let you know how long they expect the transfer process to take, given their current workload, staffing, and availability.

Thank you for supporting your local Hi-School Pharmacy!

Support us and other local pharmacies at the link below - Speak up to your legislators! As you know, we’ve been proud to...
04/23/2025

Support us and other local pharmacies at the link below - Speak up to your legislators!
As you know, we’ve been proud to serve this community for many years—but like many independent pharmacies across the state, we are in crisis. I'm writing to ask you to support a bill in the Oregon Legislature, HB 3212, that will help us to continue providing essential health services to the West Linn community.

Community pharmacies like ours are disappearing, leaving too many Oregonians without access to vital medications, vaccinations, and health care services. Since 2008, hundreds of Oregon pharmacies have closed, and pharmacy deserts are growing at an alarming rate.

One of the main culprits: Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and insurance companies. PBMs are unregulated middlemen that set drug prices. For years, they’ve imposed unfair, “take-it-or-leave-it” contracts that often force us to fill prescriptions at a financial loss. While PBMs are supposed to negotiate better deals for patients, they’ve instead prioritized profits, driving up costs, limiting access to care, and pushing independent pharmacies out of business.
We have a chance to change this. HB 3212 will hold PBMs accountable, ensure fair pharmacy reimbursement, and protect patient choice. Passing this bill will help save Oregon’s community pharmacies, but we need your help.

Here’s how you can support HB 3212:
• The Oregon State Pharmacy Association is working with Hilltop Public Solutions to gather letters of support for the bill. We can provide you with a personalized draft letter and help you submit it to legislators quickly and easily or click the link
https://oregonpharmacy.org/page/PBMadvocacy #/1
• If you have a direct connection to your state representative or senator, please give them a call and let them know you support HB 3212.

Thank you for standing with us and the many Oregonians who depend on community pharmacies. Your support can help protect essential health care access across our state.

Address

5639 NE Hood Street
West Linn, OR
97068

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 6pm
Friday 9am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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+15036560306

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Hi School Pharmacy has a history founded in the tradition of the classic corner drug store.

The original store, opened in 1925, was named High School Store due to its location across the street from Vancouver High School on Main Street, Vancouver, Washington. Because of its soda fountain and wide selection of candy and school supplies, it became a popular spot with the students.

In 1939, two brothers, Ken and Matt Zapp, opened a pharmacy in the old Safeway building adjoining the High School Store. This doubled the size of the original store and greatly increased the variety of merchandise offered. More importantly, Hi-School Pharmacy, as it was duly named, became known as the place to have prescriptions filled.

In 1948, Val and Dorothy Mowan purchased the Main Street store and over the next twenty years, remodeled and expanded the pharmacy and variety store to 10,000 square feet.