We’re proud to announce a major milestone for Uplift Michigan Online School: we are now officially accredited by Cognia®, a globally recognized nonprofit that provides quality assurance for schools and education providers.
This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, continuous improvement, and student success. Accreditation through Cognia is more than just a recognition—it’s a rigorous process that evaluates how well a school supports student learning, allocates resources, and leads with purpose.
“Accreditation as conferred by the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission provides Uplift a nationally recognized mark of quality for our school,” said Tonya Lowry, Superintendent of Uplift Michigan Online School. “It demonstrates to our community our commitment to excellence, our willingness to enact meaningful change based on evaluation and feedback, and our desire to be the best we can be on behalf of the students we serve.”
Why Cognia Accreditation Matters
Cognia accreditation is earned by schools that meet high standards of performance and are dedicated to ongoing improvement. Schools undergo both internal self-assessment and rigorous external review. To remain in good standing, schools must continue to meet Cognia’s Performance Standards throughout the six-year accreditation cycle.
“Cognia Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school and its community on the primary goal of ensuring all students can flourish in engaging and equitable learning environments,” said Dr. Mark A. Elgart, President and CEO of Cognia. “We commend Uplift Michigan Online School for meeting high standards and making progress on key indicators that impact student learning.”
What This Means for Our Families
For our current and future families, this accreditation affirms that Uplift Michigan Online School provides a high-quality, student-centered learning experience. It ensures we are held accountable to global standards, and it strengthens the value of the education our students receive.
Whether you're already enrolled or considering joining our school community, this milestone is a powerful assurance of the care, rigor, and excellence we bring to everything we do.
Learn More
To explore what Cognia accreditation means or to learn more about enrolling at Uplift, please contact us or visit cognia.org.
