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WASC

WHAT IS WASC

WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) is the accrediting body that confirms our program at CIHS meets the requirements for colleges and universities in the United States. Accreditation validates our transcripts and ensures our students will be eligible for acceptance to four year colleges and universities.

The WASC process is a 6-year cycle, which includes a Self-Study Report, a three-day visit from the WASC Visiting Committee (VC), and usually a Mid-Cycle Progress Report in the third year. 

Channel Islands High School hosted the WASC Visiting Committee on February 3-5, 2025 and is proud to announce that we have been granted six-year accreditation status through June 30, 2031, with a mid-cycle visit scheduled for the 2027-2028 school year.

All stakeholders were involved in contributing to the Self-Study Report. CIHS stakeholders include students, parents, faculty, staff, site and district administration, and community members. This achievement is a direct result of our staff's hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students' success—both now and in their future endeavors.

Self-Study Coordinators: 

Dr. Ed Ransom - ed.ransom@oxnardunion.org

Mrs. Elisabeth Harrell - elisabeth.harrell@oxnardunion.org

 

Accreditation History
  • 2025: 6 Year
  • 2019: 6 Year 
  • 2013: 6 Year
  • 2010: 3 Year
  • 2007: 3 Year
  • 2001: 6 Year
  • 1995: 6 Year
  • 1988: 6 Year
  • 1982: 6 Year
  • 1976: 5 Year
  • 1971: 5 Year
  • 1969: 2 Year (Initial Visit)