Colquitt County School District announced today that it has earned Cognia® Systems Accreditation. Cognia is a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers.
Superintendent of Schools Dan Chappuis shared, "We are proud to announce the renewal of our accreditation with Cognia, which reflects our commitment to academic excellence, student success, and continuous improvement. This achievement is a testament to the hard work of our dedicated staff, our community's support, and our students' resilience. We will continue striving to provide an education that prepares every student for their preferred future."
Cognia recognizes schools and districts across the globe that meet rigorous standards focused on productive learning environments, equitable resource allocation, and effective leadership. To earn Cognia Systems Accreditation, a school district must submit to internal and external review. Earning accreditation from the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission means that the school system meets Cognia Performance Standards and is committed to continuous improvement. Schools and districts in good standing can maintain their accreditation for a six-year term.
Dr. Mark A. Elgart, president and CEO of Cognia, stated, "Cognia Systems Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school system and its community on the primary goal of ensuring all students can flourish in engaging and equitable learning environments. We commend Colquitt County School District for meeting high standards and progressing on key indicators that impact student learning."
Cognia is the parent organization of the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). Parents and interested community members can learn more about Cognia Systems Accreditation at cognia.org
About Cognia
Cognia is a global, nonprofit improvement organization dedicated to helping institutions and other education providers grow learners, teachers, and leaders. Cognia offers accreditation and certification, assessment, and improvement services within a framework of continuous improvement. Serving 40,000 public and private institutions from early learning through high school in more than 90 countries, Cognia brings a global perspective to advancing teaching and learning. Find out more at cognia.org.
About Colquitt County School District
Colquitt County School District serves approximately 8500 students across all schools. The District has ten elementary schools, one middle school, one junior high, and one high school. In addition, the District offers a gifted program for grades 3-5, an alternative education program for grades 6-12 with day and evening options, and a behavioral/therapeutic support program for students aged 5-21. The District is located in Colquitt County, with a population of 45,800, and employs approximately 1500 people.