Community

My community is Grants Pass Oregon. Grants Pass is located between Medford and Roseburg Oregon. It is in the Rogue Valley and known for the famous Rogue River which runs through the town. The town is a touristy town which brings many jobs in the summer time for many folks. The river opens up many opportunities for jobs whether it be with in the food industries or shuttling rafters or being the head rafter the river brings many people and jobs to the area. I work at Hellgate Excursions during the summer months. [] There are many service types of jobs in the area. If you like coffee Grants Pass is known for its coffee and having a Dutch Brother stand on just about every corner. [] The population of Grants Pass is 33,225 people it recently increased. The average house hold income is $35,262 a year and the average price of a home at this time is $179,000. All though the unemployment rate for Grants Pass is 14% the job market is coming up. [] There are 6 Elementary Schools in the Grants Pass District 7, city school district which I hope to work for one day.[] I am currently volunteering at Parkside Elementary School 753 SW Wagner Meadows Dr. of Grants Pass Oregon. 541-474-5777.

Parkside's Mission statement: We believe... - Parkside is a community of learners where shared decision-making is based on the needs of our students. - Student's, families, staff and community work together to form an active partnership. - Multi-grade teams encourage collaboration, communication and cooperation through respect and trust. - All students are encouraged to explore and develop their individual talents. - High expectations guide students to develop at their own pace. - Learners develop confidence through effective, skillful, and innovative teaching.

Parkside is designed in where the students are in different groups or paths. There are three different groups, the Bears, Eagles and Salmon. All with a first through fifth grades in each hall. There are two kindergarten classes which do not belong to an animal yet. There is 17 k-5 teachers and 8 specialist. There are many more members of staff including aids and office staff and cafeteria workers and all the people behind the scenes who help the school run. The average class size is 22-25 students per class. In the kindergarten class I am in we have 22 students for each class. Parkside is a great family to work with I enjoy it very much.