Wildwood Elementary School, within the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District (YCJUSD), has been selected for the prestigious 2025 California Distinguished Schools Program which recognizes two categories of exceptional schools: those Closing the Achievement Gap and those demonstrating Exceptional Student Performance. 

According to the California Department of Education, the California Distinguished Schools Award remains one of the state’s most important ways to celebrate exceptional schools, districts, teachers, and classified employees for their innovation, talent, and success in supporting students.  With over 5,800 elementary schools in California, this honor highlights the incredible efforts of the Hawk team to support students and give them the tools to succeed.