Last December, I wrote a short article on accreditation for the BAIS Buzz. In case you missed it, accreditation is the evaluation of an educational institution against criteria established by an independent accrediting organization, to ensure excellence in education.

In March or April of 2024, we will have the privilege of hosting a team from the Western Association of Colleges and Schools (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) to review our self-study. This team will evaluate the effectiveness of our school based on the self-study, interviews, and an analysis of our documentation, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

This is not a time to fear, but rather an opportunity for growth. Our staff is currently evaluating the school through three domains:

Next semester, we will continue the evaluation by analyzing the domains of Teaching & Learning, Relationship, and Expertise. The process of evaluating the school allows us to identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement, and we are proud to do it together, in collaboration with one another.

As parents and stakeholders in the community, you have a role to play as well. In the coming weeks, we will be sending out our annual Climate Survey. The results of this survey help us better understand our areas of strength and opportunities for growth. The more data we can collect, the better picture we get of our effectiveness. This data will also be used to inform our accreditation groups during their evaluation. 

We are grateful for our BAIS family and appreciate your effort in providing feedback. Your input allows us to continuously improve and provide an education that transforms the hearts and minds of our children, preparing them for a successful future.