Web Feature Releases

DREAM Team Applications Now Open
March 4, 2010

NBPTS has announced that the application window for NBCTs interested in joining the 2010 DREAM Team is now open.

U.S. Dept. of Ed. Seeks Grant Reviewers
February 24, 2010

The U.S. Department of Education is seeking professional development providers to serve on a panel to review grant applications.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools study shows positive effects of National Board Certification
February 24, 2010

On February 23, Dr. Jon Fullerton, executive director of the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University, presented the results of a study of teachers of Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS).  According to a news release issued by CMS, “positive effects were detected for teachers with National Board Certification.”  However, there was “very little correlation between teacher effectiveness, as measured by student performance and advanced degrees.”

NBPTS to Form 2010 DREAM Team
February 24, 2010

NBPTS will soon be accepting applications from NBCTs interested in serving on the 2010 DREAM Team.

NBCT Urges South Carolina to Continue its Support for National Board Certification
February 12, 2010

In a recent letter to the editor, South Carolina NBCT Kathy Schwalbe urged the state to continue its financial support for National Board Certification.  

NBCT Leads Teacher Workshop on Using Student Strengths in Classroom
February 11, 2010

Teacher Ambassador Fellowships Available Through the U.S. Dept. of Ed.
February 4, 2010

National Board Certified Teachers are encouraged to apply for Teacher Ambassador Fellowships through the U.S. Dept. of Education.

Public Comment Open for Library Media Standards
January 28, 2010

NBPTS has launched a public comment period on its Library Media Standards, which were recently revised.

National News Magazine Lauds National Board Certification
January 21, 2010

U.S. News & World Report reports on the impact National Board Certification has on student achievement.

Gregoire Praises National Board Certification in Statewide Address
January 14, 2010

Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire, an advocate for teacher excellence and quality education, reiterated her support for National Board Certification in her 2010 State of the State address.

Application for Renewal Window Extended
January 11, 2010

NBPTS has extended the application to renew National Board Certification to Jan. 31, 2010.

NBCTLink Launches New Features
November 17, 2009

NBCTLink has launched two new feautures: the "Teaching Resources Center" and the "NBCT Recognition" Group. 

2006 National Teacher of the Year Points to National Board Certification as Key Factor in Her School’s Turn Around
October 30, 2009

NBCT Kimberly Oliver Burnim, one of the panelists at the National Board's recent forum on school reform, discussed how National Board Certification successfully changed her school. 

California School Principal: “National Board Certification Made the Difference at our School”
October 27, 2009

Kiela Bonelli, principal of California’s Julius Corsini Elementary School, was among the educators and members of the education research community who recently gathered in Washington, D.C. to discuss the role National Board Certification plays in the growing school reform movement.

“National Board Certification - One School at a Time,” says Researcher
October 22, 2009

“National Board Certification is moving from a model that states ‘one teacher at a time’ to ‘one school at a time,’” researcher Gary Sykes told a Washington, D.C. audience yesterday during a discussion about the role National Board Certification plays in the growing education reform movement. 

Duncan to teachers considering National Board Certification: “Go For It”
October 16, 2009

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan says the National Board Certification process is "arguably the most important growth and learning that you’re ever going to have as a teacher."

NBCTs: Participate in National Day on Writing
October 14, 2009

All NBCTs can become part of history by participating in the National Day on Writing.

NBCT “Voice is Important in Shaping National Dialogue,” Arne Duncan Says
September 23, 2009

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan recently affirmed his stand on the positive impact National Board Certified Teachers are making on teaching and learning in schools.

Special Invitation for National Board Certified Teachers
September 14, 2009

Pi Lambda Theta is collaborating with NBPTS to advocate Take One! to its members.

Kennedy – Huge Supporter of National Board Certification
August 26, 2009

Sen. Edward Kennedy was a champion of education and an advocate for NBPTS and National Board Certification. 

Secretary Duncan Announces NBCTs Selected for Teaching Ambassador Fellowships
August 4, 2009

NBCTs Adewale Alonge and Jason Raymond were among the teachers selected as Teaching Ambassador Fellows for 2009-2010.

Georgia State Rep. Morgan Recognized by NBPTS
July 23, 2009

Georgia State Representative Alisha Morgan was presented with a legislative leadership award by NBPTS during its 2009 national conference on July 18, in Atlanta, Ga.

Roy Barnes, Linda Darling-Hammond Named Recipients of James A. Kelly Award
July 20, 2009

Gov. Roy Barnes and Linda Darling-Hammond were honored at the 2009 NBPTS Conference in Atlanta, Ga. for their oustanding service to education.  

Hundreds of Nation’s Top Teachers Share Best Teaching Practices at Atlanta Conference
July 13, 2009

Hundreds of America’s best teachers will learn what is working in classrooms and schools, hear from education leaders and share effective teaching practices in Atlanta this week.

Mayor Franklin Welcomes NBPTS Conference
July 13, 2009

Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin has welcomed the 2009 National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Conference, to be held July 15-18 at the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel in Atlanta, Ga.

SAS Executive Joins NBPTS President's Roundtable
June 29, 2009

Ann Goodnight, director of community relations for North Carolina’s SAS Institute, has joined the NBPTS President's Roundtable.

Chad Wick Joins NBPTS President's Roundtable
June 25, 2009

Chad Wick, president and chief executive officer of the KnowledgeWorks Foundation in Ohio, has been appointed to serve on the NBPTS President's Roundtable.

Domenech: NBPTS Major Contributor in Advancing Reform Movement
June 24, 2009

Dan Domenech, executive director of the American Association of School Administrators, recently hailed the impact of National Board Certification during a national strategy meeting about increasing the number of African American National Board Certified Teachers. 

Bruce Amundson Joins NBPTS President's Roundtable
June 23, 2009

Bruce Amundson, president of the Weyerhaeuser Company Foundation in Washington state, has joined the NBPTS President's Roundtable. 

NBPTS Statement on National Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4, 2009

The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards extends its thanks to the 74,000 National Board Certified Teachers across the country who are serving our schools and communities.

Duncan: “Big Fan of National Board Certification”
May 1, 2009

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan praised National Board Certification and National Board Certified Teachers on April 30, 2009, at the Education Writers Association’s 2009 National Seminar, in Washington, D.C.