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Lighthouse School Has Been Accredited by Middle States Association (MSA)

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We are excited to share that Lighthouse Primary and Secondary School has been accredited by MSA for the 2026-2027 term: a milestone that affirms the strength of our program and our sustained commitment to continuous improvement.

What Accreditation Means

MSA reaccreditation is professional peer review for the purpose of growth and improvement. The process is structured yet flexible, as it helps us refine our vision, assess current practices, and turn learning into a concrete, actionable plan.

It is a self-study which sharpens our identity as a school, rather than diluting it, producing artifacts (like clear policies and parent-friendly one-pagers) that our community will actually implement.

MSA has been inspiring wise change in schools for 135 years, and today supports 3,200+ schools serving over 2 million students across 117 countries through accreditation, endorsements, and professional learning. It is a network, and a signal of quality, recognized around the world.

Here are a few reasons we chose to be accreditated:

  • Post-Graduate Opportunities. MSA accreditation connects our program to recognized standards and, when relevant, supports pathways like an American-style diploma accepted by universities worldwide. We want every door possible to remain open to our graduates.
  • Strong Foundations for Learning. MSA’s five standards and key concepts prompt deep reflection across every part of our school, yielding stronger systems and a more reliable academic program for students and families, with clear targets for the new term.
  • Data-Backed Improvement. We gather and use data from our own community to set new goals, keeping change tied to real needs.

Next Steps in the Accreditation Cycle

After accreditation, reaccreditation is granted for a multi-year term, with a midterm check-in and a renewal visit at the end of the cycle. We’ll share our school-specific dates as we progress.

What else to expect:

  • Clearer policies and practices: new policies and updated procedures that make our approach more transparent.
  • Opportunities to contribute: family surveys, listening sessions, and volunteer roles connected to our improvement goals.
  • Progress updates: milestones and key artifacts will be available on our website and in our newsletters.

FAQ

Will accreditation change our mission or vision?

No. MSA is a competency-based process that sharpens our identity and helps us tell our story with evidence.

Is this a lot of paperwork?

The emphasis is implementation over paperwork. The self-study produced usable tools (policies, measures, and communication pieces) that guide day-to-day decisions, and our multi-year plan keeps us focused on what matters.

How does this help students right now?

Families can expect clearer communication, tighter systems, and a continuous-improvement mindset focused on student well-being and learning outcomes.

How long does accreditation last?

Accreditation is granted for a multi-year term with a midterm report and an end-of-cycle renewal review. Key dates will be shared on our website.

How to Support the Work

  • Please participate in brief surveys and listening sessions.
  • Join a focus group or help with projects tied to our improvement plan.
  • Stay informed: we will keep you updated via our website and social channels.

We would like to thank the Lighthouse community for being part of this work. Accreditation is one more way we live our commitment to continuous improvement and to preparing every student for what’s next.