Armona Union School District
11115 C St.
Armona, CA 93202-0368
559-583-5000
Web Site: http://www.auesd.com/
2 Elementary Schools
1 Middle School
1 K-12
Enrollment
1495
Armona Union Elementary School District
Armona is a community services district (not an official city) that lies midway between the cities
of Hanford and Lemoore, the number 1 and 2 largest cities in Kings County. The Armona Union
Elementary School District is roughly 45 square miles in mostly rural, farming country. As much
as 65% of the students come from the four square miles that make up the “urban” part of the
community. The east side of the district is partially in the City of Hanford boundary.
There are three schools within the district: Armona Elementary, Parkview Middle School and
Crossroads Charter Academy. Armona Elementary is a K-4 school with 575 students. Parkview
Middle School is a 5-8 middle school with 425 students and is in Program Improvement for the
second year. Crossroads Charter Academy is a K-12 Virtual Independent Study program with a
variation in size during the school year from 200-600 students. All schools follow a standards
based curriculum.
Mission
Our mission is to provide world-class, educational opportunities for all students to become lifelong learners in a safe, healthy and effective learning environment through a collaborative
commitment of students, family, school district staff, and community.
Vision
The welfare of children and the development of quality schools being our primary responsibility,
the vision of Armona Union Elementary School District is to create a community-based
environment dedicated to the pursuit of life-long learning and the development of socially
responsible citizens. In a safe learning environment, students, staff, parents and other community
members will be actively involved in learning together. The curriculum will involve standardsbased, real-life, multidisciplinary tasks that will include problem solving and critical thinking as
well as seek to encourage cognitive and affective development.
Central Union School District
15783 18th Ave.
Lemoore, CA 93245
559-924-3405
559-924-1153 (FAX)
Web Site: http://www.central.k12.ca.us/district/
4 Elementary Schools
Enrollment
1906
Profile
Central Union School District is made up of four elementary schools and is located in Central
California's San Joaquin Valley. We are about forty five minutes south of Fresno. There are four
schools in our district. All four are California Distinguished Schools. Our two schools located on
the Naval Air Station, are National Blue Ribbon Schools. We have approximately 1906 students
enrolled in all four schools. The Central Union School District has two federal facilities within
its boundaries: The Santa Rosa Rancheria and the Lemoore Naval Air Station.
Leadership in Central School District is provided by a seven member board. Board members take
an active part in the education of all Central children.
Central is very proud of its technology program. Classrooms have an average of 3 computers in
each room and many classrooms have mini labs with 6-10 computers. The District maintains ten
(10) Macintosh OS X Servers and two (2) Macintosh OS X Database Server. These servers
provide student and administration access to data on the network, as well as providing access to
the Internet via the Wireless WAN connection.
We are small in size but large in education, commitment, and success.
Corcoran Joint Unified School District
1520 W. Patterson Ave.
Corcoran, CA 93212-1722
559-992-3104
Web Site: http://www.corcoran.k12.ca.us
3 Elementary Schools
1 High School
1 High School
1 Continuation School
Enrollment
3337
Mission Statement
Welcome to Corcoran Unified School District. Our Board, community and district have a
common goal of becoming a “Destination District”. This vision is becoming a reality with our
continued growth in student academic achievement and positive, professional culture that
encourages innovation and personal growth. We are very proud of the superb, hard working
staff members who are creating a culture of excellence for our students.
We are also excited about the District’s commitment toward student learning using 21st Century
learning tools via the One to One Laptop Learning Program. Our District has leased over 1,000
laptops the past two years in beginning our program in every English Language Arts course
grades 7-12 and Mathematics grades 6-12. This commitment includes a focus on academic
achievement with a priority in developing staff members using these powerful learning tools.
The early results are encouraging along with the enthusiasm and excitement from students and
staff.
The District will also break ground soon for its 22,000 square foot Technology Learning Center
Facility. This technology rich, state-of-the-art facility is designed for staff development, job
training for the community and will offer courses grades 11-18.
The enthusiasm and excitement of our continued growth in the many dimensions of our District
is just starting to catch up with the high expectations we have for every student at Corcoran
Unified.
Delta View Joint Union School District
1201 Lacey Blvd.
Hanford, CA 93230-9306
559-582-3122
Web Site: www.dvjusd.k12.ca.us/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
1 Elementary School
Enrollment
86
Mission Statement
The administrative, certificated and classified employees of the Delta View District-wide
Community Charter, hereafter referred to as The Charter, will provide a team environment that
will foster confidence in the students’ ability to interact academically and socially within the
community.
The Charter will maintain a traditional small school atmosphere while promoting high
expectations in a safe environment. The areas of focus will be academics, social relationships,
behavior, ethics, and physical well-being.
In using the combined efforts of the staff, school board, parents and the community, the students
will be given opportunities to make responsible decisions, respect the rights of others, solve
problems, set goals, and establish objectives for reaching those goals. It is The Charter’s goal
that each student becomes a life-long learner and a productive citizen.
The staff and administration at Delta View Charter School are committed to providing the best
education possible to our students. Our primary goal is to focus on learning and achievement.
We are dedicated to offering a curriculum in which all students will experience academic growth
and success. We want each student to develop the knowledge, skills and character necessary to
succeed. We encourage our parents and community members to join us in preparing our students
for the future.
Community & School Profile
Hanford, incorporated in 1891, is the residential, industrial and commercial center of Kings
County. Hanford occupies approximately 13.15 square miles and is located in the San Joaquin
Valley, the most productive agricultural region in the world. Delta View Charter School is the
only school in the Delta View Joint Union School District. During the 2005-06 school year, the
school had an enrollment of 86 students in grades kindergarten through eight.
Hanford Elementary School District
714 North White St.
Hanford, CA 93232
Phone (559) 585-3600
Web Site: http://www.hesd.k12.ca.us/
8 Elementary Schools
2 Middle Schools
1 Community Day
Enrollment
3773
Mission
Our mission is to provide an educational environment which reinforces basic cultural values,
ethical behavior including respect for others, personal integrity, responsibility and accountability.
We will work together to provide students with a safe environment in which they can discover
their potential and strengthen their motivation for living and learning. As tomorrow’s leaders,
students will be prepared to participate and function effectively in society.
“In relentless pursuit of knowledge”
Hanford Joint Union High School District
823 West Lacey Blvd.
Hanford, CA 93230-3067
Phone (559) 583-5901
http://www.hjuhsd.k12.ca.us/
2 High Schools
2 Continuation Schools
1 Community Day
Total Enrollment: 3773
HJUHSD MISSION
The Hanford Joint Union High School District is an educational community committed to
providing all students a competitive education with multiple learning opportunities in a safe,
orderly environment fully equipped to teach 21st century skills. As a learning community, we
strive to improve student achievement, to be responsive to community needs and to foster
accountability for all.
Responsibilities
 To students: To create an environment that facilitates student success and provides
opportunities for students to reach their potential and be successful.
 To parents: To encourage and support parent involvement by creating an environment in
which parents are partners
 To community: To build school, parent and community partnerships in the interest of
education
 To staff: To develop and implement educational and vocational programs and evaluate the
effectiveness of each program on an ongoing basis
 To one another: To create an environment of trust and mutual respect wherein all are safe to
take risks, learn and implement new methods, sharing ideas and expressing their thoughts
Basic Principles
 A belief that all students should develop subject matter competency and become proficient in
the elements of the Central Intellectual Purpose: Communication, Critical Thinking/Problem
Solving, Research Skills, Technology, and Ethics
 A belief in maintaining a safe and orderly environment for learning
 A belief in continuous improvement
 A belief in accountability
 A belief in self analysis and in learning
 A belief in accepting challenges
 A belief in creating an educational environment in which staff, students and parents are
partners
 A belief that the greater community is an essential partner in the future of education
Island Union Elementary School District
7799 21st Ave.
Lemoore, CA 93245-9673
Phone (559) 924-6424
website: http://www.island.k12.ca.us/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
1 Elementary School
Total Enrollment: 255
Profile
Island School is proud of its history and tradition of being an outstanding school. The staff is
dedicated to providing all students with instruction that is challenging and meets the California
State Standards. Our motto “Strive for Excellence” is emphasized in our academic programs as
well as our character education program, Character Counts! We are committed to providing your
children a safe school with a positive learning environment. We appreciate the support of our
parents and community.
District Vision/School Mission
The Island Union Elementary School District is dedicated to providing a positive learning
environment and a sound educational program that will develop the inherent capabilities of all
students and help prepare them to become productive members of our diverse society.
District Goal Statements
 The district will create a safe and positive school climate, recognize individual differences and
encourage each student to reach his/her full potential.
 The district will provide instructional programs that are continuously reviewed and revised in
a timely manner to meet the changing needs of all students.
 The district will allocate resources in the most efficient way to meet student, staff and
school needs and to maintain the grounds and facilities.
 The district will provide an effective staff development program that will enhance and
stimulate the professional growth of all employees and school board members.
 The district will develop strong school, parent, community, business, and inter-agency
relations.
 The district will continue to review, revise, expand, and implement technology in the
curriculum and district administration.
Kings County Office of Education
1144 West Lacey Blvd.
Hanford, CA 93230-4334
Phone (559) 584-1441
website: http://www.kings.k12.ca.us/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
1 Special Education
1 Juvenile Court
1 County Community
Total Enrollment: 470
Kings County Office of Education Mission Statement








To provide leadership.
To promote the most relevant educational programs for Kings County students.
Promote and deliver instructional programs that ensure positive individual pupil
performance.
Promote and conduct ongoing professional development for all staff, based on identified
needs.
Promote prevention and safety at school and school related activities.
Promote technology, fiscal, and other operational support to schools in Kings County .
Promote and further a positive work environment through communication and mutual
respect.
Promote collaboration and communication between educational and business industry,
service agencies, and community.
Kings River-Hardwick Union Elementary School District
10300 Excelsior Ave.
Hanford, CA 93230-9108
Phone (559) 584-4475
website: https://www.edline.net/pages/krhsd
1 Elementary
Total Enrollment: 629
10/30/07 Emailed Personnel contact.
Welcome to Kings River-Hardwick Elementary School! We are a Kindergarten through eighth
grade school with approximately 629 children on campus. We are located just north of Hanford,
California, in the middle of the San Joaquin Valley.
We are surrounded by beautiful orchards and farmlands with Hanford located approximately five
miles south of us.
Many of our students transfer into Kings River-Hardwick because we are a California Charter
District.
Kit Carson Union Elementary School District
9895 Seventh Ave.
Hanford, CA 93230-8802
Phone (559) 582-2843
http://www.kcusd.k12.ca.us/education/district/district.php?sectiondetailid=1&sc_id=1193682907
2 Elementary
Total Enrollment: 425
Profile
Welcome to the Kit Carson Elementary School web page! Here you can find some information
about our school and our district. Since home and school unity and cooperation are keys to
school success, we hope that you will gain a better understanding of our school community
through the information provided. We encourage all community members to visit and become
familiar with our unique small school.
Kit Carson Elementary School has a long-standing tradition of excellence. We have received
reward funds from the state in the past for our academic excellence. Our Academic Performance
Index (API) scores have continued to increase; however, we continue to explore new educational
ideas and trends to improve our effectiveness with children.
Kit Carson School has accomplished many projects in recent years. We have painted the school
and given it a much brighter modern look; we have modernized four classrooms and the
cafeteria; we have built a new playground; we have implemented a band program; we have
started a preschool; we started our After-School Adventure Program serving close to 80 students
a day; we modernized our network infrastructure and are in the process of installing a tower for
wireless internet access.
We will sustain and improve the quality of our academic program and will continue to look for
ways to provide intervention for students who are at risk of academic failure. We're striving to be
a full-service school providing for the needs of all the children of our community.
Lakeside Union Elementary School District
9100 Jersey Ave.
Hanford, CA 93230-9560
Phone (559) 582-2868
Website: http://www.lakeside.k12.ca.us/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
2 Elementary
Total Enrollment: 394
Mission Statement
The Lakeside Union School District is fully committed and devoted to furthering the education
of our students in technology. The district has been building its technology resources for some
time and is aware that the technological field is constantly changing. It is the goal of the district
to stay informed and utilize every resource made available. By staying "ahead of the game" it
will ensure that our students and staff members get the best information in order to enhance our
learning environment. In order to achieve the school’s goals our curriculum has undergone
changes to reflect the frameworks and standards, which are in line with IASA, Improving
America’s Schools Act. This plan establishes the role technology will play in that effort over the
next five years.
Profile
Lakeside Union Elementary School District (LUESD) is one of the most unique school districts
in the whole of the Golden State. Located in the quaint town of Hanford, the residents enjoy a
semi-rural life while still only a 15 to 45 minute drive to the conveniences of the bigger cities of
Visalia and Fresno. LUESD faces the challenge of educating many children who come to the
school lacking many of the fundamental skills and background that are so necessary to help
promote early success.
Lemoore Union Elementary School District
1200 West Cinnamon Dr.
Lemoore, CA 93245Phone (559) 924-6800
Website: http://www.luesd.k12.ca.us/
5 Elementary
1 Middle School
Enrollment: 3280
Mission Statement
Our District is committed to the goal of achieving academic excellence through a program of
instruction which offers each child and opportunity to develop the maximum of his or her
individual capacities.
Lemoore Union Elementary School District's educational mission is to provide each student with
the skills necessary to participate and function effectively in society.
The District is committed to the goal of achieving academic excellence through a program of
instruction, which offers each child an opportunity to develop to the maximum of his/her
individual capabilities.
The District's primary focus is on reading, writing, and mathematics curriculum. We believe that
student achievement in these areas provides the greatest foundation for success in other courses
of study.
The District's certificated and support staff is dedicated to the goal of providing for the 21st
century education to all children in the schools of the district.
Lemoore Union High School District
5 Powell Ave.
Lemoore, CA 93245Phone (559) 924-6610
Website: http://www.luhsd.k12.ca.us/
1 High School
1 Alternative
2 Continuations
1 Community Day
Enrollment: 2194
Mission Statement
Tradition...Innovation…Excellence
The Lemoore Union High school district is dedicated to providing a quality education to all
students, resulting in a high school diploma, adequate preparation for individual post high school
goals, and preparation for a responsible role as a citizen in a democracy.
Profile
The Lemoore Union High School District is a comprehensive high school district consisting of
the main campus of Lemoore High School, an adjoining campus of the Gertrude F. Gundacker
Alternative Education Facilities, and Lemoore Middle College High School which is located at
the West Hills College Campus in Lemoore, California, a town of over 22,000.
The service area of the district extends to nearly 30,000, including Naval Air Station Lemoore,
which provides approximately a fourth of the students to the school. The student body represents
a cross section of American socio-economic life. Many of the students from Navy families have
had the cultural advantage of work travel while other students' have experienced growing up in a
society centered around Agriculture.
Pioneer Union Elementary School District
8810 14th Ave.
Hanford, CA 93230-9677
Phone (559) 584-8831
Website: http://www.pioneerschooldistrict.org/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
1 Elementary
1 Middle
Enrollment: 1383
The Pioneer Union Elementary School District is an effective alliance between our community
and schools which works to ensure our students are prepared for a successful future!
Vision
The PIONEER UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT, in partnership with parents
and the community, will build the foundation for student academic and social success.
Mission Statement
In order to challenge all students to learn, achieve and act with purpose and compassion, the
Pioneer Union School district will develop and produce motivated, confident students who will:




Meet or exceed grade-level academic standards.
Become life-long learners.
Effectively communicate.
Become contributing citizens of the community.
We Believe in Excellence. We exist to help each of our students develop his or her intellectual
and physical potential, and assist in the social, moral, and emotional development of the student.
We care about the individual. We respect the individual needs of our children and our families
and work to find ways to meet those needs.
We're striving to Improve.
We believe that life is an ongoing process of learning and improvement. As we grow in stature,
we will continue to grow in our understanding of others and ourselves.
Be prepared for a successful future.
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
205 North Park Ave.
Avenal, CA 93204-1425
Phone (559) 386-9083
Website: http://www.rsusd.net/
3 Elementary
1 Middle
1 High School
2 Continuation
2 Community Day
Enrollment: 2584
Mission Statement
The mission of the Reef-Sunset Unified School District is to provide each unique student equal
access, in a safe and secure environment, to a diverse quality educational program that prepares
him/her to be a fully functioning member of society.
Profile
Agriculture has now replaced the importance of the oil industry. Today many of the children of
the residents of Avenal and Kettleman City work in the agricultural fields. Many students are
immigrants whose primary language is Spanish. Other students are descendents of the district’s
original residents.
The district has eleven schools, ranging from pre-school through adult school. Pre-schools are
located on elementary school campuses. Two elementary schools enroll students who live in
Avenal. Another elementary-middle school serves the students who live in Kettleman City. A
middle school is home to Avenal students who are in grades six, seven, and eight. All district
students matriculate into Avenal High School. Alternative education services serve high school
students and two community day schools serve students who have been expelled. Avenal Adult
School offers classes including high school diploma course work to all adults.
The name of the district, Reef-Sunset, was chosen to represent local geographic, historic, and
scenic areas. All are visible from the city, which is located in a small valley set between
mountains in western Kings County.