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CSS Takes Accreditation Action on Over 50 Schools...
At its April meeting, the Commission on Secondary Schools voted on the accreditation action of over 50 secondary schools, some new to membership for the first time. In addition, the Commission also acted on the accreditation of nearly 40 K-12 institutions. A complete list of actions is available. For more information, contact Ms. Leslie Green at info<at>css-msa.org.
Dr. Kenneth D. Kastle promoted to Deputy Executive Director...
Ken has demonstrated his dedication to the accreditation process and his incredible work ethic during the five and one-half years he has served as the Associate Director for Public and Career and Technology Institutions. He has been instrumental in regaining recognition by the United States Department of Education for the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools to serve as a “gatekeeper” for Title IV federally guaranteed student loans for non-degree granting postsecondary institutions; in his new role, Ken will continue to work with career and technology institutions. The quality of technical support he provides to member institutions is well-known throughout the MSA region, and he exhibits a remarkable energy, enthusiasm, and passion that draws volunteers and member schools to our important work.
Should you wish to extend personal congratulations to Ken, feel free to contact him at kkastle<at>css-msa.org.
CSS Takes Accreditation Action on Over 50 Schools...
At its October meeting, the Commission on Secondary Schools voted on the accreditation action of over 50 secondary schools, some new to membership for the first time. In addition, the Commission also acted on the accreditation of nearly 40 K-12 institutions. A complete list of actions is available. For more information, contact Ms. Leslie Green at info<at>css-msa.org.
CSS Earns Recognition from US Department of Education...
CSS is proud to announce that the Secretary of the US Department of Education has recognized the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools as an accreditor of institutions with postsecondary, non-degree career and technology programs. Postsecondary, non-degree granting career and technology institutions accredited using Reflections on Standards of Quality (Career and Technology Version) may use that accreditation to establish eligibility to participate in federal HEA Title IV financial aid programs. For more information, contact Dr. Kenneth Kastle at kkastle<at>css-msa.org.
CSS Takes Accreditation Action on Over 50 Schools...
At its April meeting, the Commission on Secondary Schools voted on the accreditation action of over 50 secondary schools, some new to membership for the first time. In addition, the Commission also acted on the accreditation of nearly 40 K-12 institutions. A complete list of actions is available. For more information, contact Ms. Leslie Green at info<at>css-msa.org.
International Schools Workshop Offered...
In late April, teachers and administrators from member international schools from the Middle East, South Asia, Africa, and Europe assembled in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for a first ever regional workshop on the Accreditation for Growth accreditation protocol. Read more about this event and view a picture of the participants.
CIWA Adopts 7-Year AFG cycle...
At its meeting in October, 2003, CIWA recommended approval of the proposal to move the Accreditation for Growth (AFG) protocol from five years to up to seven years. This recommendation was approved by both CSS and CES, enabling the K-12 schools using these protocols to choose to a longer cycle for their strategic plan. K-12 schools and districts will receive correspondence regarding how this change will affect their accreditation cycle. For more information, contact Mr. Steve Heft at sheft<at>css-msa.org
Visiting Teams Most Active in March...
While Middle States accreditation teams visit schools from October to May, this year March seems to be the most popular month for hosting a team. The Commission on Secondary Schools will send out 44 different teams during the month of March. Thirty-two teams will validate a school's self study conducted using a strategic planning protocol (AFG or VTV) and another 12 teams will visit schools that used a more traditional protocol. Volunteers from member schools are always welcome to request service on a team. For more information, contact Ms. Suzanne Ogle at sogle<at>css-msa.org.
Petition submitted for U.S. Secretary of Education recognition...
On December 10, the Commission on Secondary Schools submitted to the U.S. Secretary of Education a petition for recognition. Recognition of CSS by the Secretary is important to a number of CSS member schools that offer non-degree granting, postsecondary career and technical programs for adult learners. These schools must be accredited by a recognized accrediting agency to be eligible to offer federally-backed financial aid to adult students. The Commission anticipates a decision regarding its petition in June and wishes to express its thanks and appreciation to the many organizations and people who have provided support, especially those who wrote letters to the Secretary supporting the petition. For more information, contact Dr. Kenneth Kastle at kkastle<at>css-msa.org.
Latest Election Results...
A slate of nominees was elected to represent the membership on the Commission on Secondary Schools. Beginning their term on January 1, 2004, the following five members were elected to their first term:
Marshall Hamilton
Roger G. Hove
Robert A. Runkle
Andrew Savas
Mark D. Schorr
The following three members were elected to their second term:
Ms. Mildred Calvesbert
Dr. James Foran
Mr. Hillel Levinson
In addition, Ms. Linda Espenshade-Heinemann was appointed to fill a vacated seat.
A full list of Commissioners and their affiliations is available elsewhere on this web site.
Another workshop is added to the growing list of opportunities for member schools to learn more about the accreditation protocols...
The popular Accreditation for Growth (AFG) protocol can be explored at an Overview Workshop held at the Middle States Offices on July 29, 2004. Open to candidate and member schools, these workshops explain in detail how to prepare a self study, what to expect during a team visit, and how maintenance of the process should occur. You can register by contacting Lyn Graham at lgraham<at>css-msa.org. For more information about workshops in general, contact Lynn McLean at lmclean<at>css-msa.org.
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