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2026 California Green Achiever Selectees

The California Green Ribbon Schools (CA-GRS) recognition award honors Transitional Kindergarten (TK) – 12 schools, school districts, and County Offices of Education that demonstrate exemplary achievement in three key areas.

Captain Leland F. Norton Elementary
Hands-On Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Sustainability the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders

Joaquin Moraga Intermediate
Environmental Literacy, Civic Action, and Place-Based Learning Drive Sustainability

National School District
Operational Excellence, Community Partnerships, and Student Leadership Drive Sustainability Gains

Ravenswood City School District
Equity-Driven Sustainability and Climate-Resilient Campus Transformation

Lycee Francais de San Francisco
Holistic Sustainability and Global Environmental Citizenship Across Three Campuses

Questions:   George Garcia | GREENRIBBONSCHOOLS@cde.ca.gov | 916-322-0310
Last Reviewed: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
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