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Departments

The Teams Behind Our Exceptional District Office

At Glendale Elementary School District, our departments work in harmony to create a seamless, supportive, and engaging environment for every student. From the Superintendent’s office to Transportation, each team plays a vital role in making schools welcoming, effective, and innovative.

Each department is driven by the shared goal of supporting your child’s growth and success—academically, emotionally, and socially. By working together, our teams ensure that learning is not confined to the classroom—it is shaped by a caring, resource-rich district.

Explore Our Departments and What They Do:

  • Superintendent – Provides visionary leadership and ensures alignment with our district’s mission of equity and excellence. 

  • Educational Services – Oversees curriculum, instruction, and assessment systems to support each student’s academic journey. 

  • Behavioral Health & School Safety – Champions the social-emotional well-being and safety of all students, fostering environments where learners can thrive. 

  • Curriculum & Instruction – Collaborates with educators to implement engaging, standards-aligned learning experiences tailored to every learner’s needs. 

  • Communications & Public Relations – Builds community partnerships, shares stories of success, and keeps everyone informed with clear and consistent messaging. 

  • Human Resources – Supports our staff—teachers, administrators, and support professionals— through hiring, training, and well-being initiatives. 

  • Special Education – Ensures access to individualized learning and support services for students across the full spectrum of needs. 

  • Finance & Auxiliary Services – Manages budgets, buildings, payroll, meals, facilities, and more—keeping operations running efficiently and responsibly. 

  • Student Technology – Equips classrooms and online learning experiences with the tools and support students need to succeed in a digital world. 

  • Food & Nutrition – Provides nutritious, balanced meals every school day, keeping students energized and ready to learn. 

  • Transportation – Ensures safe, reliable, and eco-conscious student travel, complete with modern technology for accurate and efficient routes.

Photo of Glendale ESD's leadership team, standing together for a photo at the 2025 staff kickoff event
Photo of the Behavioral and School Safety Department team at the Welcome Staff Event in July 2025
Staff members standing by the side of the bus with thumbs up hand gestures