Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School (LVA) is proud to announce that we have been recognized as a 2026 CS Certified Spotlight School by CharacterStrong—a national honor celebrating schools that are intentionally creating environments where students feel a strong sense of belonging, well-being, and engagement.
This recognition highlights LVA’s ongoing commitment to building a positive school culture through meaningful practices, supportive relationships, and schoolwide initiatives that prioritize both student and staff success. The CS Certified Schools program acknowledges schools that are not just committed to this work—but are actively putting it into action every day.
“Lehigh Valley Academy is an example of what it looks like when a school commits to this work with purpose and consistency,” said a CharacterStrong spokesperson. “Being recognized as a CS Certified Spotlight School reflects the intentional efforts happening each day to support students and foster a strong school community.”
At LVA, this achievement is a reflection of our dedicated educators, staff, and leadership team who continuously strive to create a connected, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all students.
As part of this recognition, LVA will be celebrated at the CharacterStrong National Conference on July 23–24, 2026, alongside schools from across the country who are leading the way in building stronger school communities.
About the CS Certified Schools Program
CharacterStrong’s CS Certified Schools program includes three levels of recognition:
- Spotlight School – Demonstrates commitment and implementation
- Impact School – Evidence-based, schoolwide implementation
- Flagship School – Demonstrated impact and leadership
About CharacterStrong
CharacterStrong partners with schools and districts to provide curriculum, training, and support focused on increasing belonging, well-being, and engagement. Through a focus on school culture, behavior, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, CharacterStrong equips educators with practical tools to help students and staff thrive.
For more information, visit: https://www.characterstrong.com/certified-schools
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