Paradise Elementary School in Paradise Unified School District has officially opened it’s doors for the 2026-27 school year! The Studio W Team, District leaders, project partners and the Paradise community celebrated the completion of this reconstructed campus with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday.
From recovery to renewal, Paradise Elementary School was destroyed in the 2018 Camp Fire. Late last year, reconstruction began adjacent to Paradise Junior High School, marking another significant milestone in Paradise Unified School District’s recovery.
Through the collaborative efforts of Studio W, Paradise Unified School District and Otto Construction, the new state-of-the-art campus is now complete. The site has been transformed into a vibrant learning environment, from the classroom buildings and new gymnasium to the interior finishes and extensive sitework. Watching the project take shape has been exciting, and we look forward to seeing students and staff fill these spaces.
The new campus features a central courtyard, an outdoor stage plaza and 32 classrooms, including general education classrooms, STEM learning spaces, a learning resource center, special education classrooms and dedicated TK/K early education spaces. Outdoor learning areas are woven throughout the campus, providing flexible environments that encourage collaboration and offer alternatives to traditional classroom instruction.
Designed with safety and accessibility in mind, the main entrance, student drop-off and parking areas provide a secure and efficient arrival experience. Additional amenities include soccer and baseball fields, hard courts and shaded playgrounds that create opportunities for recreation and outdoor learning.
We are honored to be part of bringing Paradise Elementary School back to the community. Stay tuned for completed project photography as we commemorate the reopening of a campus that represents resilience, renewal and a bright future for Paradise students.
