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Art Therapy with a Dash of AI for Our Visually Spectacular Students

By Mechelle Gilford, NBCT – South Bend, Indiana Ah, the magic of our classrooms! Where curious minds explore, imaginations take flight, and sometimes the most significant challenges morph into shimmering opportunities. Today, we’ll delve into the world of art therapy for our visually spectacular students – those brilliant young minds navigating the world with a…

Why school counselors should pursue National Board Certification

Annie Goldberg, NBCT – Burlington, North Carolina Being a school counselor these days feels like a nearly impossible task; our to-lists seem only to grow, and the needs we aim to meet are complex and ever-changing.  When I first considered National Board Certification, I thought there was only one feasible way to accomplish it with…

Of Catastrophe, Survival and Triumph: How Leadership Opportunities Activate Teacher Potential

By: Pinky Grace Francisco October 3, 2023, is a pivotal milestone in my teaching journey. I was recognized as one of the 2024 Hawaii State Teacher of the Year Finalists, representing the Kau-Keaau-Pahoa Complex Area (KKPCA).  This accolade underscores the dedication and passion I bring to education and is a triumph for all those who…

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Staff We’re proud to work with a fantastic group of people with various interests, backgrounds, and experiences, including several Board-certified teachers and other education professionals. While our office is based in Arlington, we work nationwide with partners, networks, and stakeholders  to elevate accomplished teaching at the national, state, and district levels. Senior Leadership Team Peggy…

Black and Latine Youth Defy Post-Pandemic Learning Loss 

By: Dr. Amanda Hill-Hennie, NBCT – Philadelphia, PA Statewide Assessments Cancelled This was the headline across all news channels on March 19, 2020. I remember feeling very disappointed because the COVID-19 Pandemic was adding another layer of disruption to my life as a first-year school leader. Being charged with turning around the academic performance of…

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Celebrates Introduction of House and Senate Resolutions Recognizing Board Certified Teachers

Date: January 24, 2024 Washington, DC – This Team NBCT Week, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is proud to announce that resolutions have been introduced in both the U.S. House and Senate, recognizing the value and impact of Board Certified teachers and establishing this week as National Board Certified Teacher Week. The resolutions…

National Board Celebrates Team NBCT Week and Announces More Than 3,500 Teachers Earn National Board Certification

Date: December 4, 2023 ARLINGTON, VA. – The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards announced today that 3,571 teachers became National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs), and 6,697 teachers maintained their certification in the 2022-2023 school year. There are now 137,015 teachers who have achieved National Board Certification. These educators teach to the profession’s highest standards,…

Ten Tips for Promoting Social and Emotional Learning at Your School

By: Dr. Amanda DeSua, NBCT – Waukesha, WI Social-emotional learning is crucial as it helps students develop self-awareness, empathy, problem-solving, and effective communication skills. These skills improve interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, academic achievement, and well-being. Learn ten tips for promoting social and emotional learning at your school. Model healthy problem-solving and coping skills for your students…

Coming Full Circle: My journey to achieving National Board Certification

By: Janice Avellana, NBCT – Honolulu, Hawaii I graduated in 2000 with my Master’s of Education in Teaching and began my first year as a fourth-grade teacher at a Title 1 school. After a tumultuous start, I finished out the year and got bumped out to another school. That second year was better, but I…

Retaining Teachers Through Reimagined Career Pathways

By: Jessica Kato, NBCT Recently, I attended a conference session for mid to late-career educators, which I expected to be focused on strategies to support teacher retention, an issue I care deeply about. Instead, I was surprised to find myself actively participating in a passionate and emotional conversation about what it means to have an…