McNear School CA-GRS Award Application

The CA-Green Ribbon Schools (CA-GRS) recognition program honored McNear School in Petaluma as a Green Achiever in 2025. This document and nomination submission summarizes the sustainability achievements of the school.

McNear School integrates environmental stewardship, health and wellness, and ecological literacy into a holistic educational approach rooted in its natural and cultural heritage. Located near the Petaluma River, the school leverages its natural surroundings, including Thompson Creek and diverse habitats, as living classrooms to enhance learning and foster environmental responsibility.