The Importance of Accreditation: Better Schools and Community
For parents and students, accreditation gives assurance about the overall quality of a school and proves that the school system is committed to providing quality education. It requires that all involved pursue high academic standards and that schools provide diverse course offerings to meet the needs of all students.
For teachers and school staff, accreditation promotes professional growth and recognition by the educational community. It provides opportunity to be active participants in continuous school improvement and lends support to curriculum development and alignment.
For the community, accreditation assures accountability for tax dollars based on standards of quality and that our community schools compare favorably with others. It provides an opportunity for public decision-making through involvement in the on-going accreditation process. Because of this involvement, educational goals are based on the needs of the local community.
“It is very important to say that we’re in an elite group of accredited schools, not just in Kentucky, but in the whole southeastern United States. Our schools meet quality standards. This means something to industry and families moving here”. Superintendent, Tim Eaton
“Accreditation has brought credibility to our school system. It is a personal satisfaction to be able to designate SACS accreditation on our scholarship applications. This puts our top students on equal footing with other top students in the nation”. SWHS Counselor, Karen Cook
“To those who know anything about education, accreditation indicates a standard of excellence that is recognized across the country”. Goodwill Executive, Ken Bean
“As a parent, I like knowing that the schools my children attend meet the high expectations established by the accreditation process”. Pulaski County Parent, Marci Randall