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Parker, Arizona
Mission Statement:
“Schools are for Children”
“Schools Belong to the Community”
“Schools are People Developers”
“Self-Effort Educates”
The mission of the Parker Unified
School District is to provide comprehensive, success-oriented learning
activities for the young people of our schools.
These opportunities must be designed to develop the person’s potential in the
areas of academic ability and vocational awareness, cultural appreciation,
physical well-being, social development, and community contribution.
Location:
Parker is on the east bank of the Colorado River. The Parker “vicinity” consists
of a number of separate but interrelated areas: the Town of Parker, Parker
South, the Arizona side of the Colorado River area, and the communities on the
California side.
Established in 1871, the town was moved some four miles north
to the site of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad crossing. In May 1982,
by initiative petition, voters formed La Paz County from the northern portion of
the former Yuma County. On January 1, 1983, Parker became the county seat for La
Paz County.
The Colorado River and its lakes offer a variety of water recreation activities,
making Parker a destination point for tourists and winter visitors. Parker Dam,
the deepest dam in the world, is a must-see attraction. There are nearly thirty
RV parks and campgrounds in the area. The surrounding desert is suitable for
off-road vehicles and rock-hounding. The Colorado River Indian Tribes operates a
museum with an extensive collection of locally crafted Indian artifacts.
Agriculture, historically the major economic base of Parker, continues to
contribute to the economy.
Location:
Special Features of District:
Parker
Unified School District #27 is comprised of six (6) schools:
Blake Primary School (PreK-3);
Le Pera Elementary School (K-8); Wallace
Elementary School (4-6);
Wallace Junior High School (7-8);
Parker High School (9-12); and
Parker Alternative School. Total enrollment
for school year 2004-2005 is currently at 2017.
Parker Unified School District offers its employees competitive
salaries and an excellent benefits package.
Contact/Job Information:
For more information regarding the Parker Unified School
District, please contact the Public Affairs Liaison and Assistant
Superintendent, James B. Lotts at (928) 669-9244 extension 1400 or
jlotts@parkerusd.k12.az.us
For information relating to employment opportunities for certified staff, please
visit our school district website, under the Employment Section. Certified
applications and personnel forms are downloadable. The application forms, along
with copies of transcripts and resumes, may be submitted via mail to Parker
Unified School District #27, Attention: Michele Valenzuela at PO Box 1090,
Parker, AZ 85344, via e-mail to mvalenzuela@parkerusd.k12.az.us
or via fax at
(928) 669-2515.
Website:
http://www.parkerusd.k12.az.us
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