ACCREDITATION
Fully Accredited By
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Accrediting Commission for Schools
533 Airport Blvd., Ste. 200, Burlingame, CA 94010
(650) 696-1060
In March 2003, Academy of the Canyons was awarded a six year accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. As a result of the Focus on Learning self study process, AOC students will demonstrate the following Learning Outcomes:
- Academic Integrity
By not being involved in or condoning cheating
By taking all necessary steps to ensure they do not plagiarize the works of others
- Critical Thinking Skills
By analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information for essays andprojects
- Effective Communication Skills
By participating in class presentations, debates, discussions, and peer instruction
By writing assigned essays
By using Power Point, e-mail and Internet search engines
- Global, Community, and Personal Awareness
By completing projects and writing essays on global issues
By participating in community service
By following a process of goal setting, assessment, and evaluation