Dual Accreditation
Vidalia Heritage Academy holds a dual accreditation for Early Education - 12th grade that sets it apart from other schools within a 50-mile radius of the area. VHA is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), a division of Cognia (formerly AdvancED) as well as through the global Christian accrediting agency, Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). These accrediting agencies are recognized as the highest accreditations an educational institution can receive.
About Cognia
An institution that has earned a Cognia Accreditation, like VHA, has made a commitment to providing high-quality education by undergoing a rigorous process of self-assessment and third-party evaluation by Cognia experts and exhibits its dedication to quality. Cognia Accreditation signifies that a school, like VHA, meets or exceeds rigorous standards of educational quality and effectiveness, which can enhance the credibility of the institution and the academic preparation of its students. Cognia Accreditation and the regional accrediting agency SACS is globally recognized by universities, higher education institutions, state departments of education, and ministries of education.
About ACSI
The mission of ACSI exists to strengthen Christian schools and equip Christian educators worldwide as they prepare students academically and inspire them to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ. ACSI is a leading international organization that promotes Christian education and provides training and resources to Christian schools and Christian educators, resulting in schools that contribute to the public good through effective teaching and learning and that are biblically sound, academically rigorous, socially engaged, and culturally relevant; and educators who embody a biblical worldview, engage in transformational teaching and discipling, and embrace personal and professional growth.
Affiliations
Vidalia Heritage Academy high school athletics and clubs compete as a member of the Georgia Independent Athletic Association (GIAA) and the middle school and elementary athletics and clubs compete as a member of the Georgia Association of Private and Parochial Schools (GAPPS).
About GIAA
The GIAA is an ancillary division of the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA). GISA is a non-profit association of private, independent K-12 schools throughout the state. The mission of GISA is to advance excellence and collaboration among Georgia’s independent schools by serving the professional growth, advocacy, academic, arts, and athletic needs of member schools. Each member school is unique while sharing a unified commitment to overall excellence, as well as the nurture and care of the physical, intellectual, social, and moral development of all students. This premier athletic league provides opportunities for athletic competitions encouraging each student athlete’s overall academic, spiritual, social, and physical development.
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About GAPPS
The mission of GAPPS is to unite Christ-centered schools, independent schools, and learning centers in an environment where students can compete at their levels yet still be encouraged to grow in their faith. The goal of GAPPS is for member schools to work together to create a competitive athletic and academic setting in which members will strive to set a godly example of excellence.