The Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools is pleased to announce that St. Fidelis School has been awarded accreditation by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The award was announced by Dr. Thomas L. Seidenberger, Chair of the Commission and Superintendent of the East Penn School District, following the Commission's November 2010 meeting. St. Fidelis School was one of over 70 schools so honored by the Commission.
MSCES accreditation signifies the educational community of St. Fidelis 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 16 month process was governed by a Steering Committee chaired by Mrs. D. Silvestri. The process involved many elements of the St. Fidelis School community, including faculty, parents, and students.
Accreditation also signifies that St. Fidelis School has met the MSCES 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 site visits to maintain the vigor of the accreditation process.
Accreditation by MSCES is recognized around the world as an indication of trustworthiness, educational quality, and a commitment to on-going school improvement. F.Laird Evans, Ed. D., President of the Commission, offered his congratulations to the entire St. Fidelis School community, adding: "MSCES accreditation is a recognition of both prior achievements and a commitment to greater future accomplishments." I am very proud of our St. Fidelis community.
