BENT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- A Colorado elementary school received national recognition and a large check to celebrate its exceptional student performance. On Wednesday, McClave Elementary School celebrated its award as a National ESEA Distinguished School for the 2025 school year. McClave, according to the school district, is one of only two Colorado schools chosen to represent the state. According to a spokesperson with the McClave School District, the school was specifically recognized for its exceptional student performance over the past few years. Next month, teachers from the school will descend on Denver to represent the district at the National ESEA Conference.