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Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy, Wentzville Earns NCA CASI Accreditation

Rich and Angela Lawton, Owners, are proud to announce that in Wentzville has recently earned accreditation from the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED as well as the distinguished title of a Learning Academy. 

NCA CASI provides nationally-recognized accreditation, the purpose of which is continuous school improvement focused on increasing student performance.  To earn accreditation, schools must meet NCA CASI’s high standards, be evaluated by a team of professionals from outside the school, and implement a continuous process of school improvement. 

“Accreditation demonstrates to our students, parents, and community that we are focused on raising student achievement, providing a safe and enriching learning environment, and maintaining an efficient and effective operation staffed by highly qualified educators,” stated Angela Lawton. 

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NCA CASI accreditation is recognized across state lines, which not only eases the transfer process as students move from accredited school to accredited school but also assures parents that the school is meeting nationally accepted standards for quality and successful professional practice.

Dr. Mark Elgart, President/CEO of AdvancED, the parent organization of NCA CASI, stated, “NCA CASI Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school on the primary goal of creating lifelong learners.  Kids ‘R’ Kids in Wentzville is to be commended for engaging in this process and demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement.”

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Parents and interested community members can learn more about accreditation at www.advanc-ed.org or visit Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy at www.krkwentzville.com.

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