Why Join ACTABS?
Joining ACTABS offers numerous benefits that create opportunities that enrich the educational experience for both students and teachers.
- Enhanced Credibility:
Accreditation through ACTABS boosts your school’s credibility for quality education within your community. - Self-Evaluation and Improvement:
Our accreditation process helps your school evaluate itself and identify areas for improvement. - Official Recognition:
Your school will be listed by The Texas Education Agency (TEA) as an accredited non-public school. - Teacher Benefits:
Teachers at your school will receive credit on the salary ladder for their years of teaching if they move to public schools. - Smooth College Transition:
Graduating seniors will enjoy a smoother transition into college. - Seamless Credit Transfer:
Your students will receive credit for their studies if they transfer to a public school, avoiding the need for additional testing. - Networking Opportunities:
Join a fellowship of other schools and network statewide. - Access to Grants:
Accredited schools can access pathways for various grant allowances. - College Credit Partnerships:
Dual college credit opportunities and partnerships with universities ensure your students’ transcripts are recognized. - Title II, Part A Funding:
Partner with local school districts for funding that supports teacher training and professional development. - Professional Development:
Access regional education service centers for recertification and specific professional development programs. - Avoid Accreditation Issues:
Accredited schools avoid the need to prove credit validity through additional testing when transferring students.
- Enhanced Credibility:
Accreditation through ACTABS boosts your school’s credibility for quality education within your community. - Self-Evaluation and Improvement:
Our accreditation process helps your school evaluate itself and identify areas for improvement. - Official Recognition:
Your school will be listed by The Texas Education Agency (TEA) as an accredited non-public school. - Teacher Benefits:
Teachers at your school will receive credit on the salary ladder for their years of teaching if they move to public schools. - Smooth College Transition:
Graduating seniors will enjoy a smoother transition into college. - Seamless Credit Transfer:
Your students will receive credit for their studies if they transfer to a public school, avoiding the need for additional testing. - Networking Opportunities:
Join a fellowship of other schools and network statewide. - Access to Grants:
Accredited schools can access pathways for various grant allowances. - College Credit Partnerships:
Dual college credit opportunities and partnerships with universities ensure your students’ transcripts are recognized. - Title II, Part A Funding:
Partner with local school districts for funding that supports teacher training and professional development. - Professional Development:
Access regional education service centers for recertification and specific professional development programs. - Avoid Accreditation Issues:
Accredited schools avoid the need to prove credit validity through additional testing when transferring students.
What Makes ACTABS Different?
While we humbly recognize the value of other accreditation organizations, ACTABS truly stands out for its unique combination of Bible-centered education, affordability, and high standards.
- Bible-Centered Education:
Teaching the Bible is a requirement, ensuring a strong Christian foundation.
- Baptist-Based:
While rooted in Baptist principles, we welcome schools from various Protestant denominations.
- Economical and Transparent:
We offer affordable accreditation with no hidden fees, unlike others, which can be cost prohibitive.
- High Standards:
Our rigorous standards enhance the quality of our schools, promoting academic excellence and spiritual growth.
- Diverse Curriculum:
Schools have the freedom to select their own varied and diverse curricula.
Accreditation
Review the step-by-step accreditation process here.
Member Schools
Explore the map below to find ACTABS-accredited schools across Texas, offering high-quality Christian education.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about ACTABS accreditation here.