WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Wayne County Schools achieved a significant milestone as all nine of its high schools successfully earned Cognia Accreditation, the district announced at a recent Board of Education meeting.

The five-year accreditation represents a comprehensive evaluation process that confirms each high school meets or exceeds rigorous standards of educational quality and effectiveness. Kevin Smith, Director of Secondary Education, Career and Technical Education (CTE) & Athletics, presented the achievement to the Board, emphasizing the demanding nature of the accreditation process.

Smith emphasized the demanding nature of the accreditation process and commended each high school for their dedication to ongoing education and improvement efforts.

Cognia Accreditation is widely recognized as a mark of educational excellence, requiring schools to demonstrate their commitment to continuous improvement and student success through extensive documentation, evaluation, and review processes.

Following Smith’s presentation, the Board formally recognized each of the nine high schools for their achievement, highlighting the district-wide commitment to educational excellence.

The accreditation achievement positions Wayne County Schools among districts that prioritize maintaining high educational standards and demonstrates the collective effort of administrators, teachers, and staff across all high school campuses.

This milestone reflects the district’s ongoing commitment to providing quality education and ensuring that all students receive instruction that meets nationally recognized standards of excellence.