Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

American Heritage Schools Has Been Recognized For its Philanthropic Distinctions, Ranked #12 in South Florida Business Journal's Annual Book of Lists 2022

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

FORT LAUDERDALE and BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Heritage Schools is pleased to be recognized for its philanthropic distinctions by the South Florida Business Journal (SFBJ) in the publication's new "Book of Lists" rankings. American Heritage Schools has been ranked as the No. 12 in Corporate Philanthropy in South Florida.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE and BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Heritage Schools is pleased to be recognized for its philanthropic distinctions by the South Florida Business Journal (SFBJ) in the publication's new "Book of Lists" rankings.
  • "At American Heritage Schools, compassion is one of our main pillars and is demonstrated through numerous community involvement and service initiatives that help better our campuses and the world," said Dr. Douglas Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools.
  • American Heritage Schools is nationally and internationally accredited by the following associations: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and National Council for Private Schools.
  • American Heritage Schools is ranked among the top private schools in Florida in STEM, according to Niche.

Excel Education Systems Earns Middle States Association Accreditation

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

MINNETONKA, Minn., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Excel Education Systems announced today that it has earned accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement. Excel Education Systems district schools and Northgate Academy both received high praise for their dedication to quality assurance and student outcomes.

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  • Excel Education Systems, an online high school district is excited to announce that is earned accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement.
  • Excel Education Systems district schools Excel High School, and Northgate Academy both received high praise for their dedication to quality assurance and student outcomes.
  • MINNETONKA, Minn., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Excel Education Systems announced today that it has earned accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement.
  • Excel Education Systems district schools and Northgate Academy both received high praise for their dedication to quality assurance and student outcomes.

Kweller Prep Tutoring and Educational Services, Inc. Opens Hamptons Location

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

WESTHAMPTON BEACH, N.Y., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Kweller Prep Tutoring and Educational Services, Inc. is expanding East.

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  • WESTHAMPTON BEACH, N.Y., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Kweller Prep Tutoring and Educational Services, Inc. is expanding East.
  • Kweller Prep is a 15-year, established, accelerated supplemental educational program with a time-tested record of success.
  • Kweller Prep identifies early talent and focuses on holistic learning approaches that place its students on track for success.
  • Kweller Prep also partners with various Alumni groups, including the Stuyvesant Alumni Association , to offer discounted SHSAT prep services.

American Heritage Schools Has Been Ranked #1 Private School, #14 in Corporate Philanthropy, and #19 Largest Employer in South Florida Business Journal's Annual Book of Lists 2021

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022

American Heritage Schools has been ranked is #1 Private School, #14 in Corporate Philanthropy and #19 Largest Employer in South Florida.

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  • American Heritage Schools has been ranked is #1 Private School, #14 in Corporate Philanthropy and #19 Largest Employer in South Florida.
  • "We are honored to be named #1 Private School, #14 in Corporate Philanthropy, and #19 Largest Employer in SFBJ's Annual 2021 'Book of Lists.'
  • "The pride felt by the students at American Heritage Schools is reflected in their desire to learn and succeed.
  • American Heritage Schools is nationally and internationally accredited by the following associations: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and National Council for Private Schools.

Agora Cyber Charter School Earns Middle States Accreditation

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Dr. Anne Butler, Chief Academic Officer at Agora, said that the self-study caused Agora to “hone in on all of our core values. No stone was left unturned in the process.” Dr. Butler continued, “We don’t want to be the biggest in the state--we want to be the best. This has been our goal and mantra, and accreditation is one more way we are working towards distinguishing Agora as a leading cyber charter school.”

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  • Agora Cyber Charter School announced that it has earned accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement.
  • Middle States accreditation is a multifaceted evaluation process that schools and school systems voluntarily use to demonstrate they are meeting a defined set of research-based performance standards.
  • This has been our goal and mantra, and accreditation is one more way we are working towards distinguishing Agora as a leading cyber charter school.
  • The Middle States accreditation process supports schools in developing a strategic plan for the future that is built upon continuous school improvement, said Lisa Marie McCauley, Ed.D., president of the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools.

American Heritage Schools Is the No.1 Private School in the Florida for Highest Number of National Merit Scholars

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

5 private school in the nation for the highest number of National Merit Scholars Semifinalists.

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  • 5 private school in the nation for the highest number of National Merit Scholars Semifinalists.
  • Their combined students from both campuses comprise 9% of all National Merit Scholars Semifinalists throughout the 2,227 public and private schools in Florida.
  • This marks the 12th consecutive year American Heritage Schools has had the highest number of National Merit Semifinalists in Florida.
  • 1 high school in Florida for the highest number of National Merit Scholars, and the school is home to the No.

Viola Launches Harrington Institute For Cannabis Education Powered By Cleveland School Of Cannabis

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Monday, September 13, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viola , the premium Black-owned cannabis brand rooted in equity, announced the launch of the Harrington Institute, a school for cannabis education created in partnership with Cleveland School of Cannabis, which is currently on pace to be the first cannabis focused school accredited by the Middle States Association.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viola , the premium Black-owned cannabis brand rooted in equity, announced the launch of the Harrington Institute, a school for cannabis education created in partnership with Cleveland School of Cannabis, which is currently on pace to be the first cannabis focused school accredited by the Middle States Association.
  • Aligning with Viola and its commitment to excellence, the mission of the Harrington Institute is to provide equitable access to the cannabis industry by providing high quality education to its community.
  • "Harrington Institute is something that's very important for me and something that's needed," said Al Harrington, CEO of Viola Brands.
  • About Cleveland School Of Cannabis:
    The Cleveland School of Cannabis is the only State Approved Career School for Cannabis education east of Colorado.

Ana G. Méndez University Launches Virtual Course for Professionals to Learn Spanish

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020

In tune with this demographic reality and as part of its growing portfolio of community-focused initiatives, Ana G. Mndez University (UAGM) announces the launch of a modular and interactive short program for teaching Spanish.

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  • In tune with this demographic reality and as part of its growing portfolio of community-focused initiatives, Ana G. Mndez University (UAGM) announces the launch of a modular and interactive short program for teaching Spanish.
  • First to launch on June 8 "Spanish for Professionals", will be delivered over an 8-week period.
  • This introductory course will be offered virtually on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. beginning next Monday, June 8.
  • About Ana G. Mndez University: Ana G. Mndez University is a post-secondary educationinstitution accredited byMiddle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, telephone: 267-284-5000.The MSCHEisaregional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

VHS Learning Earns Accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020

BOSTON, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VHS Learning , a nonprofit organization helping schools provide their students with robust online and blended learning, today announced that it has been granted accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC).

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  • BOSTON, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VHS Learning , a nonprofit organization helping schools provide their students with robust online and blended learning, today announced that it has been granted accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC).
  • VHS Learning also holds accreditation with Middles States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS) and Cognia.
  • VHS Learning (VHS, Inc.) is a nonprofit organization with over 20 years of experience providing world-class online programs to students and schools everywhere.
  • VHS Learning is accredited by Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC), and Cognia (formerly AdvancED).

A+ World Academy Earns Middle States Accreditation

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Friday, January 17, 2020

BERN, Switzerland, Jan. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A+ World Academy announced today that it has earned accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement.

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  • BERN, Switzerland, Jan. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A+ World Academy announced today that it has earned accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement.
  • "Middle States accreditation serves as an independent validation of the good work we do, and the accreditation process focused our attention on strategic planning and continuous improvement practices," said Dr. Kevin E. Kessler, CEO & Head of School.
  • The visiting team makes its recommendation to the Middle States Association Commissions, which votes on the accreditation.
  • Based in Philadelphia, the Middle States Association is the worldwide leader in accreditation and school improvement.