Office Of The Superintendent

I have been dedicated to the Gadsden ESD #32 for more than 20 years, serving many roles in this district. Starting off as an instructional aide, then a teacher, San Luis Preschool Director, then a principal for 3 different schools, and now the Gadsden ESD #32 Superintendent. Our district has allowed me to follow my passions as I have always wanted to help my peers in an administrative position. Our district offers endless opportunities to grow and truly find your calling. At Gadsden ESD #32, we serve 5,235 students from the community of San Luis, AZ, from preschool to eighth grade spread across nine different schools.

Through shared efforts we have been able to earn A-B’s rankings throughout our schools. With great efforts and research, I plan to continue making our district a great place to learn and grow. The Gadsden ESD #32 is #1 in the Yuma County, we offer free meals to all our students as well as 21st Century afterschool programs. Our 7th and 8th grade students have the opportunity to participate in the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth. We are the home of our amazing Gadsden ESD #32 Marching band, where they have performed worldwide, and have earned the award of Best Local Band of 2023. We have an amazing partnership with Arizona Western College where our students can currently enroll in college courses for college credits. As stated before, our district is a great place to be a part of, and I am grateful to serve as the Superintendent alongside dedicated, passionate, and courteous teachers and staff.

Sincerely,

District Superintendent 

Lizette Esparza

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