Welcome to Columbus Adventist Academy!

Accreditation

Columbus Adventist Academy is accredited by:
In addition, CAA is a chartered nonpublic school in the state of Ohio. A chartered nonpublic school is a private school that holds a valid charter issued by the state board of education and maintains compliance with the Operating Standards for Ohio’s Schools.

Who Are Adventists?

CAA’s Philosophy, Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Philosophy:Children’s lives are transformed through Christ-centered education.
Mission:To educate children through and for Christ-centered evangelism, empowerment, and excellence.
Vision:Through Christ-centered evangelism, empowerment, and excellence, students’ lives are being transformed.
Core Values: Christ-centered evangelism, empowerment, excellence

Strategic Plan

The School Board of Columbus Adventist Academy has been engaged in a long-term strategic planning process over the course of several years. In October 2019, the board finalized a strategic plan that will guide the planning and operation of CAA through the next several years.
Overarching Goals:
  • Academic excellence and student achievement (Proverbs 4:7)
  • Responsible stewardship and financial stability (1 Corinthians 4:2)
  • Spiritual climate (Isaiah 54:13)
  • Excellent teachers, administration, and staff (Psalm 32:8)
  • Marketing (Mark 5:19)
  • Community engagement (Matthew 5:16)
  • Facilities (Ecclesiastes 10:18)
  • Customer service and satisfaction (Hebrews 13:1, 2)
If you are interested in supporting our drive toward these goals, please contact the school office.

About Middle States Association (MSA-CESS)

Founded in 1887, the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) is a worldwide leader in accreditation and school improvement. MSA provides accreditation services to public, private, faith-based, charter, and international schools, as well as learning services providers and career and technical education programs.

Accreditation through MSA serves as a trusted framework that helps schools establish priorities, strengthen systems, and create long-term plans that support high achievement for all learners.

For more information, visit www.msa-cess.org.