Evangel Christian School Receives Middle State Accreditation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 23, 2010

MEDIA CONTACT:

Heather Cortes, 718-937-9600 x2361 or hcortes@ecsnyc.org

The Middle States Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools is pleased to announce that Evangel Christian School has been awarded accreditation by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Middle States accreditation signifies to the educational community that Evangel Christian School has engaged in a rigorous process of developing self-knowledge; has hosted an evaluation team of independently-appointed educators; and has created an on-going Strategic Plan to move school improvement forward. This ten month process was governed by a Steering Committee, chaired by Heather Cortes.  The process involved many elements of the Evangel Christian School community, including faculty, parents, and students.

Accreditation also signifies that Evangel Christian School has met the Middle States Standards for a quality school. These Standards reflect current research and best practices from throughout the education profession. During the term of accreditation the school community will engage in a Commission-directed series of reports and/or site visits to maintain the vigor of the accreditation process.

Middle States, which works with public and private schools from New York State to the District of Columbia, in the US Caribbean, and in various locations around the globe. The Middle States Association is the second-oldest regional accreditor in the United States and, in addition to its Elementary and Secondary Commissions, is also comprised of  the Commission on Higher Education.

Accreditation by Middle States is recognized around the world as an indication of trustworthiness, educational quality, and a commitment to on-going school improvement Middle States accreditation is recognition of both prior achievements and a commitment to greater future accomplishments.

Evangel Christian School is (ECS) a nonprofit, diverse school with 500+ students in PreK throughhigh school. Founded in 1985, celebrating 25 years of service to thousands of families in New York & New Jersey. ECS is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. ECS holds an Absolute Charter from the New York State Board of Regents. ECS has a federal I-20 Visa program for International Students. Evangel Christian School is located at 39-21 Crescent St., Long Island City, NY 11101. For more information, call 718-937-9600 or visit www.ecsnyc.org

Congratulations Evangel Christian School!

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