Cognia and MSA-CESS Accreditation
Cognia and MSA-CESS accreditation shows that PK-12 Virtual Academy has been reviewed by independent organizations that set quality standards for schools.
Cognia and MSA-CESS Accreditation at PK-12 Virtual Academy
Cognia and MSA-CESS accreditation shows that PK-12 Virtual Academy has been reviewed by independent organizations that set quality standards for schools. PK-12 Virtual Academy is accredited by Cognia and by MSA-CESS (Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools). Families can use this page to see what that means for their child and how to check it for themselves.
Accreditation is an independent review of a school. An outside accrediting organization looks at how the school is led, what and how it teaches, how it supports students, and the results it achieves. A school that earns accreditation meets quality standards and keeps improving through regular review.Accreditation is not the same as a school being registered to operate. It is a voluntary quality review, and it is one of the first things families can check when they compare schools.
Students earn a diploma from an accredited school. Other schools, colleges and employers can see that the school has been independently reviewed. Credits earned at an accredited school are widely recognized by other schools. Each receiving school makes its own decision, so we recommend asking about your child’s specific plans. Our team can give you a free credit review.
Cognia is a nonprofit organization that accredits schools and school systems worldwide. Cognia accreditation looks at a school’s learning environment, teaching, leadership and results. You can find PK-12 Virtual Academy in Cognia’s public accreditation search.MSA-CESS stands for the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. It is an accrediting organization for elementary and secondary schools. You can find PK-12 Virtual Academy in the MSA-CESS public school search.
Accreditation is more than a badge. It stands behind the way students learn at PK-12 Virtual Academy every day: full-time and part-time live classes, self-paced homeschooling, dual enrollment, credit recovery, tutoring and language classes, all with real teachers who support each student.Families who use Step Up For Students scholarships can learn more on our Scholarship page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cognia is a global nonprofit that accredits schools. Its process reviews how a school is led, how students are taught and how the school improves over time.
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Yes. PK-12 Virtual Academy is accredited by Cognia and by MSA-CESS, and is registered with the Florida Department of Education’s Office of Independent Education and Parental Choice.
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No. Each school and college makes its own decisions about credits, so check with the receiving institution.
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