Sierra Christian Academy

We are proud to provide full ACSI and WASC accreditation.

Why ACSI?

The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) accreditation program has two major characteristics. First, the program probes the spiritual aspects of each component of the organization. Second, the program addresses the educational quality and integrity of the school. The latter addresses the issues demonstrating that the school is true to its own statements of philosophy, mission, and goals, and that it is meeting the standards of quality recognized by ACSI.

What is the benefit of ACSI?

“The major benefit to a school that goes through the accreditation process is the documentation of an intensive appraisal of each component of its ministry.”1

Why WASC?

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is one of six regional associations which accredit public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the United States… to establish standards of quality… to maintain the high quality of education in this country.”1

What is the benefit of WASC?

WASC “accreditation certifies to other educational institutions, and to the general public, that an institution meets established criteria or standards and is achieving its own stated objectives.”2 Institutional accreditation is granted “after a comprehensive self study of the programs and services of the total institution... The evaluation determines whether or not the institution qualifies for regional recognition. More importantly, periodic self-study and review promote improvement in educational quality and institutional effectiveness.”2

1. Derek Keenan, Ed. D., Vice President, ACSI Academic Affairs, 2002 ACSI School Accreditation Manual (North American and International Edition) ISBN 1-58331-075-4 Catalog #3028.

2. www.acswasc.org, “About WASC”