Superintendent's Message
Jodi Gunning, Superintendent
February 22, 2023
Greetings LESD Family,
With the last quarter of the 22-23 school year fast approaching, I would like to thank our entire LESD family and community for all their hard work and dedication in helping our students achieve educational success. With 12 “A” rated schools, and the others not far behind, I am proud to lead such an inspiring group of educators.
So, after 21 years of dedicated service to LESD, it is with mixed feelings that I am announcing my retirement at the end of the current, 22-23, school year. This decision was not easy, but after much thought and family discussion, I’ve decided that this is the best path forward.
Words can not express the gratitude for the administrators, staff and students that have made my time at LESD such a rewarding and fulfilling experience. I look forward to the continued success of LESD and future achievements yet to be had.
Warmest Regards,
Jodi Gunning, M.Ed
LESD Superintendent
WELCOME TO
LITCHFIELD ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL DISTRICT
I am honored to introduce you to Litchfield Elementary School District, a special place that has been my second home for nearly two decades.
With more than 105 years of educational excellence under our belt, we are an award-winning District with 16 schools in four cities (Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear, and Litchfield Park). We are honored to educate more than 10,000 preschool through 8th grade students and employ nearly 1,300 caring professionals who are committed to helping children succeed at school and in life.
Litchfield Elementary School District is lauded for providing academic rigor in a caring environment. While our students consistently rank among Arizona’s most successful on standardized tests, we actively balance their academic achievement with exceptional social emotional learning. With a steadfast commitment to Conscious Discipline, an evidence-based social emotional learning program, we are committed to nurturing compassionate school families where adults and children self-regulate, connect to the people around them, and solve problems in healthy ways. Our dedicated staff members are empowered to use daily rituals and strategic activities that ultimately enhance school safety, bolster staff retention rates, and help children feel safe and loved so they can access their brilliance.
We welcome students, families, employees, and all stakeholders to our growing Litchfield family. Our doors are open to willing partners who want to join us in our mission to connect, educate, and empower our Litchfield family and community.
Your partner in education,
Jodi Gunning, M.Ed.
Superintendent
SUPERINTENDENT GOALS FOR 2022/2023
The Governing Board approved the Superintendent Performance Goals for 2022/2023 on July 26, 2022.
Contact the Superintendent's Office
Amy Potapoff
Administrative Assistant
623-535-6017