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2017 National Green Ribbon School Selectees

A list of the 2017 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools and Districts selectees.

U.S. Department of Education Highlights from the 2017 Honorees External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF)

U.S Department of Education Selectees from California

Yosemite High School
Green career pathways inspire students in California’s heartland

The Thacher School
Equine studies headline extensive sustainability practices

Culver City Unified School District
A Green5 culture of sustainability: reduce, reuse, recycle, ride, and rethink

Montecito Union School District
A comprehensive sustainability plan supports efforts across the three Pillars

Redondo Beach Unified School District
High performance buildings and ocean-friendly grounds host sustainability learning

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