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National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Updated on: 03/05/2008
The application process for NBPTS is considered one of the most rewarding forms of professional development experienced by teachers. It is also reported to be one of the most complex and challenging endeavors that a teacher can undertake. Nationally, approximately 64,000 teachers have achieved National Board Certification.Explore the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) website to gain full understanding of certificate areas, standards and certification requirements. http://www.nbpts.org
The 2008 NBPTS Candidate’s Guide, published by NBPTS, offers insights to candidacy and useful tools for successful completion of the application process. Download the Guide for full information. http://www.nbpts.org/for_candidates
The Tennessee Department of Education will utilize NBPTS Candidate Subsidy funds to support candidates at 50 percent of the certification fee as long as subsidy funds are available. Visit the Tennessee Department of Education’s website for additional information. Requests for 2008-2009 subsidies may be made by from March 21, 2008 – December 31, 2008. http://www.nbpts.org/resources/state_local_information/Tennessee
A Candidate's Guide to National Board Certification 2008-09
Download the 2008-2009 edition of NEA-AFT guide for teachers to National Board Certification. The guide offers tips and hints for NBC candidates. http://www.aft.org/pubs-reports/downloads/teachers/nbpts.pdfVisit NBPTS Resources, developed by the Florida Department of Education for information on Entry 4 and other helpful ideas. http://teacherweb.com/FL/StonemanDouglasHS/FloridaNBPTS-WLOE/wqr1.stm
Each MCS active NBPTS Candidate with a Candidate Identification Number is requested to complete and submit a MCS NBPTS Candidate’s Profile to secure district support. Contact Margie Katz(KatzMargieS@mcsk12.net) if there are questions.
SY2008-09 MCS NBPTS Candidate's Profile
Only MCS teachers who are active NBPTS candidates should complete the form below. Requested information will be used to guide the MCS 2008-09 NBPTS Support Program. Please provide all requested information. Email the completed profile to katzmargies@mcsk12.net . Only emailed profiles will be accepted. Click here to download the form.
Federal Funds Available for Teachers Seeking National Board Certification
Nashville, TN – Funds are available to assist Tennessee teachers who choose to pursue professional certification through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, the Tennessee Department of Education announced today. Eligible Tennessee teachers may receive $1,250 toward the National Board Certification fee and have until December 31, 2008 to apply for the subsidies. >>Read More