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2015 National Green Ribbon Selectees

A list of the 2015 Green Ribbon Schools and District awardees and news releases.

U.S. Department of Education Highlights from the 2015 Honorees External link opens in new window or tab. (DOC)

U.S. Department of Education Selectees from California

Carmel Middle School
After-school programs blossom from school garden roots.

Los Cerritos Elementary School
An on-site environmental education center benefits students districtwide.

Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School
Comprehensive sustainability education as a leadership development model.

Marin Country Day School
Turning learning into action through partnerships and year-round practice.

El Monte Union High School District
Partnerships promote robust sustainability learning.

Questions:   George Garcia | GREENRIBBONSCHOOLS@cde.ca.gov | 916-322-0310
Last Reviewed: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
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