Team NBCT Week is here!
From January 26–30, 2026, join us in celebrating the impact, leadership, and community of National Board Certified Teachers. Explore updated state and district data, and download the Team NBCT Week Toolkit to celebrate, share, and uplift NBCT pride nationwide. 👉 Visit the Team NBCT page
Are you interested in shaping the future of literacy instruction? The National Board invites passionate literacy educators, leaders, and scholars to apply to serve on the Literacy: Reading–Language Arts (LRLA) Standards Revision Committee. The application closes on February 13, 2026. Learn more.
The Benefits of Certification
The National Board is an inclusive organization committed to cultivating a strong sense of belonging by embracing diverse perspectives, advancing equity, and ensuring that every voice contributes meaningfully to our shared mission. We are dedicated to improving learning outcomes for all students and expanding access to National Board Certification so that every student—regardless of background or circumstance—has the opportunity to learn from an accomplished, Board-certified teacher.
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