1. Huntsville City Schools AdvancEd Engagement Review Report for Accreditation
February 1, 2018

2. Accreditation Review
HCS undergoes an accreditation review through AdvancED every 5 years
AdvancED review team was here Nov
Team meet with the superintendent, board members, directors, principals, teachers, students, parents, and observed classes at about half the schools
The review team recommends to the AdvancED Accreditation Commission that Huntsville City Schools earns the distinction of accreditation for a five-year term.

3. Accreditation Review
Based on interviews and classroom observations, the review team rated HCS the highest in the areas of
Having well-managed learning environments
Providing supportive learning environments
Creating equitable learning environments for all students
Setting an environment of high expectations for all students
The team also noted strong leadership and learning capacity in HCS

4. Accreditation Review
The review team recommended several improvement priorities
Up-to-date continuous improvement process
Ensure governing board meets the roles and responsibilities of their positions to best serve HCS
Support teachers by providing and implementing systematic instructional best practices
Develop and implement a formalized process for long-term advising and mentoring
Develop long-term plan for resource management

5. Accreditation Review
HCS has 2 years to develop and implement a plan to address the recommended improvement priorities
Dr. Akin has determined several priorities to help address the review and address the needs of HCS:
Recruit and retain teachers
Develop more collaborative leadership
Determine academic needs through an instructional audit