WASC Report
What is WASC?
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is one of six official academic bodies responsible for the accreditation of public and private universities, colleges, secondary and elementary schools in the United States and foreign institutions of American origin. Schools go through the WASC accreditation process every six years. During this process, schools must conduct a self study that examines all aspects of a school including organization, vision for learning, curriculum, assessment, instructional strategies and school climate and culture. This self study examines data from a variety of sources and produces a detailed report that highlights both the successes and the critical needs of students and provides an action plan for continued improvement. Students, staff, parents, and teachers all play a critical role in the self study process. At the end of the six year cycle, a WASC accreditation team visits the school, reviews the school's self study report, meets the faculty, students and parents, visits classrooms and prepares its report and recommendations for the school.
Accreditation Letter
Where does Monte Vista currently stand in this process?
Monte Vista hosted a visit from the WASC accreditation team in March, 2024. After an extensive review of our report and evidence, visits to nearly all of our classrooms, and interviews with representatives of all of our community partners, the committee recommended a full six-year accreditation with a three-year progress report with a mid-cycle one-day visit. You can find the committee’s full report and our accreditation letter below.
Monte Vista's Mission for Learning
Monte Vista believes that education and academic excellence is a shared responsibility involving students, school staff, family, and community. We offer our students learning opportunities to develop intellectually and physically in order to meet or exceed state standards. Monte Vista provides a safe environment that fosters resilience and promotes ethical and emotional growth, lifelong learning, and citizenship. We provide a comprehensive support system that guides our students to reach their full potential.
