LEE, Mass. — St. Mary's School, a Catholic school serving students in grades PS-8, announced that their institution has been granted their reaccreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). 

 

This distinction reaffirms St. Mary's School's ongoing commitment to academic excellence, faith formation, and continuous institutional improvement through learning, prayer, and service, stated a press release.

 

NEASC reaccreditation follows an in-depth, multiyear self-study process in which faculty, staff, administrators, parents, students, and community members examine every aspect of St. Mary's School's mission and operations. The NEASC process concludes in a comprehensive review conducted by a visiting committee of peer educators who evaluate the school's adherence to NEASC Standards for Accreditation.

 

The visiting committee commended St. Mary's School for; "their administration's unwavering dedication to the school's Mission and its commitment to nurturing the growth and development of the whole child. The faculty and staff are recognized for their professionalism, collaboration, and evident passion for creating a positive and engaging learning environment. In addition, St. Mary's School's proactive planning to support strategic initiatives, promote financial stability, and sustain enrollment is noteworthy. The renewed [School] Board involvement in these efforts is both healthy and necessary and is to be applauded."

 

The Enrollment, Recruitment, and Retention Committee's efforts in long term planning and increasing enrollment was also evaluated and commended. 

 

Reaccreditation also includes recommendations that guide the school's continuous improvement efforts in the years ahead.