National Board Marks Team NBCT Week, Celebrating 146,000+ Certified Teachers Nationwide
ARLINGTON, VA. – January 28, 2026 The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (National Board) is celebrating Team NBCT Week, honoring the accomplished educators who have earned and maintained National Board Certification, the profession’s most rigorous, performance-based credential, created for teachers, by teachers. More than 146,000 teachers nationwide have earned National Board Certification. This includes…
Team NBCT Week Toolkit
Team NBCT Week (January 26–30 2026) is a national celebration honoring the impact, leadership, and community of National Board Certified Teachers. This week is about more than a certification. It’s about the ways NBCTs strengthen teaching practice, advocate for students, and elevate the profession every day. The Team NBCT Week Toolkit makes it easy to…
National Board Mourns the Passing of Former North Carolina Governor James B. Hunt Jr.
ARLINGTON, VA — The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (National Board) honors the life and legacy of former North Carolina Governor James B. Hunt Jr., a visionary leader whose commitment to education transformed the teaching profession and expanded opportunity for millions of students nationwide. Governor Hunt was instrumental in founding the National Board and…
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Elects Two New Members to Board
ARLINGTON, VA. – December 11, 2025 The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (National Board) today announced the election of two distinguished educators to its Board of Directors. “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 they will help…
Launch of Literacy–Reading Language Arts Standards Revision Begins Spring 2026
ARLINGTON, VA. – December 9, 2025 We’re excited to announce that the development of revised Literacy–Reading Language Arts (LRLA) Standards will officially begin in Spring 2026. This initiative reflects our shared commitment to advancing research-based literacy instruction that supports all students. Collaborative engagement will be at the heart of this process. There will be meaningful…
Score Release Toolkit
We’re proud to celebrate new National Board Certified Teachers, those who have maintained their certification, and the many candidates continuing their pursuit of accomplished teaching. Whether you’re sharing the joy of becoming an NBCT, marking the accomplishment of maintaining your certification, or honoring the growth you’ve experienced as you continue your journey, this moment deserves…
Huntsville, AL on Track for Nation’s Highest Concentration of NBCTs
Business and education leaders mark $1 million milestone to expand teacher excellence across North Alabama. HUNTSVILLE, AL. – November 4, 2025 The Huntsville Committee of 100 (C100), in partnership with The Schools Foundation (TSF) and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (National Board), announced today that Huntsville/Madison County has raised $1 million…
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Create Account Signing up for an account is FREE, and is a wonderful way to stay connected and informed! Register Register today by paying the $75 registration fee and start your journey toward becoming an NBCT! Explore Certificate Areas Use this chart to determine what certificate areas may be the best fit for your…
