Established in 1879, Glendale Unified School District operates more than 30 schools and has over 2,800 employees. It provides education to more than 30,000 students in grades one through 12. The district operates high, elementary, middle, special and independent study schools. It provides variety of programs in arts and cultural education. The school has various departments, such as business, food services, early education and extended learning, financial services and special education. It also offers cultural education programs and activities. The schools offer gifted and talented education instruction and programs. It also provides career and health counseling, athletics, visual arts, and summer and regional occupation programs. The district is located in Glendale, Calif.