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National Board Certified Teachers are showing up for students, families and communities during the COVID-19 crisis
May 5, 2020
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards releases new brief highlighting ways that policy leaders can support teacher leadership Arlington, VA — May 4, 2020 – The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards released a policy brief today highlighting examples of how National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) from across the country are using their leadership skills to help students, families and communities weather the current COVID-19 crisis. The brief also includes recommendations for school, district and state leaders on how to support teacher leadership both during this crisis and in the long-term. The brief, entitled Teacher Leadership in Uncertain Times: Recommendations…
Read MoreArizona NBCTs Granted Policy Win
February 19, 2020
The Arizona Board of Education recently announced that educators in the state who are applying for state certification renewal may now use National Board Certification in lieu of clock hours of professional development. This comes after Arizona made a $15,000,000 investment in the Teachers Academy in 2019. Learn more. State Superintendent Kathy Hoffman tweeted her support of the policy win. Because of the rigorous process to qualify for and maintain a @NBPTS certificate or CCC-SLP ASHA certification, these educators have exceeded the clock hours required for renewal & no longer need to submit verification of professional development hours or college…
Read MoreNational Board Recognizes 11 Districts for Commitment to Accomplished Teaching
December 18, 2019
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards announced today that 11 school districts have been named National Board Accomplished Districts for their investment of resources to support advancing quality teaching through National Board Certification. These districts join 81 accomplished districts designated earlier this year in their efforts to encourage teachers to be their best and effectively drive student learning. “Each of these districts have taken extraordinary steps to impact student learning through National Board certification. Their commitment – through financial resources and dedication to creative programming is having an impact on teachers and students and I’m proud to recognize that…
Read MoreMore than 3,800 teachers achieve National Board Certification — bringing national total to more than 125,000 teachers
December 9, 2019
Note: State-level data on National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) is available here. To identify NBCTs in your area, view our searchable directory. ARLINGTON, Va. —December 9, 2019—The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) is proud to welcome 3,831 new National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs), who are helping students reach their highest potential in 2,914 schools in 46 states. Together with 4,786 Board-certified teachers who successfully renewed their certification this year, these new NBCTs join a growing community of more than 125,000 Board-certified teachers across all 50 states. More than half of the new NBCTs teach in high-need schools, and…
Read MoreNational Board’s new board members include the nation’s top educator, leaders from Washington and West Virginia
December 5, 2019
ARLINGTON, Va. – December 4, 2019 – The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), announced today the election of three prominent educators to its Board of Directors, including the 2018 National Teacher of the Year, the 2017 West Virginia Teacher of the Year and a new teacher mentor and author. “I couldn’t be more excited to welcome our newly elected Board members. They bring a wide range of experience and insight and I’m confident that they will help us advance our mission,” said Peggy Brookins, National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT), president and CEO of the National Board. Joining the…
Read MoreUpcoming National Board Webinars
December 2, 2019
Teams of National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) will be hosting informational webinars for those interested in becoming Board-certified. There will also be webinars for current NBCTs who are renewal eligible. This will be a chance to hear directly from NBCTs and also pose your questions to the team. Register today! Continue your National Board Journey (advanced candidates) February 4 Pursue National Board Certification February 10
Read MoreSe lanza la versión en español Lo que los maestros deberian saber y poder hacer
November 21, 2019
La Junta Nacional para las Normas Profesionales en la Enseñanza (National Board for Professional Teaching Standards) presentó hoy la versión en español del libro fundamental Lo que los maestros deberían saber y poder hacer (What Teachers Should Know and Be Able to Do) — también conocido como el libro Qué. Al traducir el libro Qué al español, la Junta Nacional ha aumentado el acceso a este documento profesional esencial para maestros de habla hispana, aspirantes a maestros, padres, estudiantes y otros que trabajan para asegurar que los estudiantes se desempeñan según los más altos niveles. Con 39 millones de hispano…
Read MoreSpanish version of What Teachers Should Know and Be Able to Do Released
November 21, 2019
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards today released a Spanish version of the foundational Lo que los maestros deberian saber y poder hacer (What Teachers Should Know and Be Able to Do) book — also known as the What book. By translating the What book into Spanish, the National Board has increased access to this essential professional document for Spanish-speaking teachers, aspiring educators, parents, students and others who work to ensure students achieve at the highest levels. With 39 million Spanish-speakers in the United States today, this is an important first step toward ensuring that people who speak the…
Read MoreCalifornia could address achievement gap by putting a National Board Certified Teacher in every classroom
November 20, 2019
Teachers author report calling on CA to support 15% increase in NBCTs by 2030 The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards released a report today that outlines how increasing the number of highly accomplished teachers in California classrooms, particularly in the state’s high-need schools, could help eliminate the state’s growing achievement gap. The report, “One Million More: Building a Workforce of National Board Certified Teachers for California Students,” includes key recommendations for California legislators to implement to increase the number of National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) in the state by 2030. Authored by Bootsie Battle-Holt, NBCT and Lori Celiz, NBCT,…
Read MoreThe Council for Professional Recognition and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Lead Initiative for National Early Childhood Educator Lead Teacher Certification
November 4, 2019
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Council for Professional Recognition (CFPR) and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) have been awarded a contract from the Early Educator Investment Collaborative to conduct a feasibility study to determine the viability of a National Early Childhood Educator Lead Teacher Certification. The goal of the certification would be to ensure that every child has access to high-quality early childhood education (ECE) programs led by early childhood educators who teach to the highest standards and are well prepared, supported and compensated. It is important to sustain the diversity of the ECE workforce and enable practitioners’ voices to…
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