WCEA/WASC Accreditation

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac is a fully accredited school verified by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). It is also recognized and invited to partake in all instruction-related services that the diocese of Orange provides for its schools.

What is WCEA?

The Western Catholic Educational Association is a private educational accrediting agency established under the auspices of the Bishops of the Catholic (Arch) Dioceses of California.

WCEA's Mission:
The mission of WCEA is to promote quality Catholic education for students in our member elementary and secondary schools through an accrediting process that assures the primacy of faith formation and educational excellence.

Source: http://www.westwcea.org

2024 Accreditation

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School Shines!

We are thrilled to share with you the wonderful news of our recent WCEA (Western Catholic Educational Association) evaluation, in which we received an exceptional report and the FULL SIX YEAR ACCREDITATION. This evaluation serves as a testament to the unwavering commitment of our entire school community—students, parents, faculty, staff, and the Home & School Association—who continuously strive to maintain the high standards of Catholic education together with the our mission and evangelical call.

The WCEA evaluation highlighted several key strengths of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School:

• Strong Catholic Identity - Our school remains firmly rooted in the Catholic tradition, with a focus on cultivating faith, compassion, and service in all aspects of our students' lives. We are proud of the way we integrate these values into our academic and extracurricular programs, creating a Christ-centered learning environment.
• Academic Excellence - The evaluators praised our rigorous academic curriculum, which challenges students to reach their fullest potential. Our dedicated faculty consistently demonstrate their commitment to the academic, spiritual, and personal growth of each student, fostering a love for learning and intellectual curiosity.
• Community Engagement - One of our greatest strengths is the vibrant and supportive community we have built. Our school thrives because of the strong partnerships between parents, teachers, staff, and the wider parish community. This evaluation underscores the importance of these relationships in ensuring the success of our students.
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement - The WCEA evaluation also commended our efforts in implementing effective policies and practices that focus on ongoing improvement. We remain dedicated to providing an enriching and nurturing environment that supports every student’s growth academically, socially, and spiritually.

The Visiting Committee determined that Saing Jeanne’s new Educational Improvement Plan (EIP) fully meets the criteria of a highly effective plan. The Action Plans for the EIP are comprehensive and include all required components. The proposed timelines are designed to allow for flexibility and necessary adjustments. Discussions and meetings with stakeholders revealed strong community support and sufficient resources to ensure that the school can achieve the outlined goals within the proposed timeframe of the Action Plans within the Educational Improvement Plan. 

This accomplishment reflects the collective efforts and dedication of everyone involved in our school. As we celebrate this achievement, we are inspired to continue upholding the mission, standards of excellence and faith-based education that defines Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School.

We thank you, our valued stakeholders, for your continuous support, dedication, and partnership in our mission to educate, inspire, and serve. Together, we will continue to nurture and guide our students as they grow into compassionate, faith-filled, and academically successful individuals.