Twentynine Palms High School has been granted a six-year accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
WASC accreditation is a voluntary process that institutions undergo to demonstrate they meet certain standards of quality and integrity in education. This accreditation is highly respected and can affect things like the transferability of credits, eligibility for federal financial aid and more.
This six-year accreditation awarded to Twentynine Palms High after a rigorous evaluation process is the highest accreditation status granted by WASC, reaffirming TPHS’s dedication to providing high-quality education and fostering student success.
TPHS principal Mike Ruggiero said, “This is the first time in my career TPHS has received the highest level of accreditation which goes out to less than 10 percent of the schools in California. We are thrilled to receive this accreditation, which reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire school community.”
The WASC accreditation process involves a comprehensive self-study, peer review and evaluation by a team of experienced educators. It assesses various aspects of the school, including curriculum, instruction, student support services, leadership and school culture.
