Paradise Unified School District leaders say the rebuilt campus will help ease overcrowding and provide much-needed capacity as more families continue to move back to the Ridge. The approximately $33 million phase one of the rebuild features modern classrooms, play areas, a library, and a STEAM lab.
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Paradise Elementary School Rebuild Nears Completion
The $33 million phase one of the rebuild is nearing completion, with a grand opening event and ribbon cutting scheduled for July 30. The new campus will welcome students back to The Ridge this fall.
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Key Details
- Location: Paradise Elementary School, located off of Pearson Road in Paradise
- Date/time: Groundbreaking event occurred on June 24, 2025; expected completion mid-July; grand opening event scheduled for July 30
- Agencies involved: None specified
- Status: Nearing completion
- Public impact: Will provide much-needed capacity to address overcrowding and welcome students back to The Ridge
Timeline
- June 24, 2025: Groundbreaking event occurred
- July 30: Grand opening event and ribbon cutting scheduled
- August 12: Classes begin
John Bettencourt, future principal of Paradise Elementary School
Betsy Amis, Superintendent of the PUSD
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