PERUVIAN PARK ELEMENTARY
Principal:	Laura Finlinson
Address:	1545 E. 8425 South Sandy, UT 84093
Phone:	(801) 565-7478
Fax:	(801) 302-4950
Mascot:	Panthers
School Colors:	Black & Red
Home Page:	http://schools.jordandistrict.org/peruvian/
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"Panther Pride Produces Productive People."

Peruvian Park is located near the Peruvian Gulch in Sandy City’s Willow Creek area. Peruvian Park Elementary is a community of learners.  We value the uniqueness of each individual and work together to provide a nurturing environment that focuses on student learning.

• Peruvian Park has an enrollment of 568 students from kindergarten to sixth grade.
• Peruvian Park is one of seven Jordan School District ALPS magnet schools.
• School begins at 8:20 a.m. and ends at 2:55 p.m. Monday through Thursday.  School begins on Friday at 8:20a.m. and ends at 1:15p.m. to allow for teacher planning time.
• Peruvian Park operates on a traditional school calendar.
• A supportive PTA , School Community Council, and volunteers support and enhance student learning at Peruvian Park.
• Special Education programs are available for students who need assistance in academics, speech, and guidance.
• Many students participate in extra-curricular activities including district Gifted and Talented programs, and fine arts activities.
• Students have opportunities to utilize technology in learning.
• Students are recognized through various programs such as STAR awards, character education, and good principal visits.
• Peruvian Park students follow district dress code guidelines.
• Students demonstrate self-discipline and take responsibility for their own behavior.
• Teachers align the Utah State Core Curriculum with appropriate assessment and best instructional practices.
• Teachers participate in on-going professional development and collaborate to provide students with quality educational experiences.
• A nutritious school lunch is available for students at a cost of $1.50 each day.
• School visitors and volunteers are always welcome and asked to check in at the office upon arrival.

• U-PASS REPORTS
• 2006-07 Reports
• 2005-06 Reports
• 2004-05 Reports
• The purpose of the Utah Performance Assessment System for Students (U-PASS) is to provide information about how students in Utah schools are doing relative to the Utah State Core Curriculum and State requirements for school performance. Information is compiled and presented by the Utah State Office of Education in accordance with Utah State law. If you have any questions about the data, please contact the school.