Barbara Hill Parker
Barbara Hill Parker has been a dedicated member of the Eastern Shore community since 1982, building a lifelong career in education and student support. A 1985 graduate of Broadwater Academy, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Record Administration from East Carolina University and a Master of Education in Counseling from Salisbury State University. Since 1991, she has been endorsed as an Elementary, Middle, and High School Counselor, reflecting her experience supporting students at every grade level.
Barbara's career in education spans more than 30 years, during which she served in counseling and leadership roles focused on student success, academic advising, and college readiness. She currently serves as a School Counselor with Accomack County Public Schools and the Education Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) Scholars Program Coordinator, helping students pursue higher education opportunities.
Her commitment to community service has included leadership and volunteer roles throughout the Eastern Shore. Barbara served on the Eastern Shore Community College Foundation Board from 2022 to 2025 and was a member of the Exmore Rotary Club from 2022 to 2024. Since 2021, she has also been a member of the Garden Club of the Eastern Shore and contributes to Historic Garden Week as Hostess Chair.
Barbara has long supported youth development through school and community service initiatives. She sponsored Broadwater Academy's Interact Club for more than a decade in partnership with the Cape Charles Rotary Club and chaired the school's After Prom and Gala committees for many years.
She and her husband of 36 years, H.D. Parker, have three adult children: Kristen, Kelsey, and Robby. After a career devoted to serving students, families, and the community, Barbara is interested in continuing that service through support of organizations that directly impact local communities.