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Juliana Urtubey, National Board Certified Teacher, Named National Teacher of the Year
May 6, 2021
On May 6th, 2021, The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) announced that Juliana Urtubey, NBCT from Clark County, Nevada, has been named the National Teacher of the Year. Urtubey, a National Board Certified Teacher in Early Childhood/Young Adulthood Exceptional Needs Specialist earned certification in 2018. “Juliana is an exception educator, a remarkable leader, and I’m proud to say, an advocate and supporter of National Board certification,” said Peggy Brookins, NBCT, the president and CEO of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. “We congratulate her and look forward to the year ahead as she serves as a national…
Read MoreDeadline changes to provide flexibility
April 24, 2021
Headlines: We apologize for the impact of the system change on you We have extended deadlines to provide you flexibility More resources are coming soon Over the past several weeks, we have worked through a transition to our new registration and candidate system. That system change generated unanticipated challenges, many questions from educators, and long wait-times when contacting Customer Support. We have heard from many of you that this has added unexpected stress, especially in a challenging year. We apologize and we are making changes to meet your needs. We are extending deadlines for candidates planning to purchase and/or submit…
Read MoreBarnett Berry Receives Kelly Award for Accomplished Teaching; Celebrated by Education Luminaries
April 21, 2021
On Friday April 9, Dr. Barnett Berry, research professor at the University of South Carolina and Founding Director of All4SC, was awarded the 2021 James A. Kelly Award for Advancing Accomplished Teaching by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. The award was presented during a semi-annual meeting of the NBPTS Board of Directors. Watch the replay. “Barnett impressed me because he listened to teachers. Not everyone listened to teachers, and the knowledge and skill that they brought to their job,” said James A. Kelly, the award’s namesake and the first president of the National Board. “He’s a friend of…
Read MoreNational Board Applauds Conviction in Derek Chauvin Trial, Providing Justice for George Floyd
April 20, 2021
Following the conviction of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards released the following statement commending the guilty verdict. On behalf of the National Board, President and CEO Peggy Brookins, NBCT, said, “Today, justice prevailed over racism, bias, and brutality. By rightfully holding Derek Chauvin accountable for the murder he committed, the jury made a declaration about the value of George Floyd’s life and the lives of all Black people. Systemic racism, inequity, and violence permeate every dimension of American life. Though Chauvin’s conviction is an important step in justice for George…
Read MoreDr. Barnett Berry to Receive Prestigious James A. Kelly Award
April 9, 2021
Arlington, VA – Dr. Barnett Berry, research professor at the University of South Carolina and Founding Director of All4SC, will receive the National Board’s James A. Kelly Award for Advancing Accomplished Teaching on April 9, 2021. The Kelly Award, named after James A. Kelly, Founding President and CEO of the National Board, recognizes and honors individuals who have contributed to the advancement of accomplished teaching. Dr. Berry has dedicated his career to empowering highly accomplished teachers to become authentic teacher leaders. His early advocacy and commitment to modernizing the teaching profession and expanding access to quality education led him to…
Read MoreIn recognition of continued excellence, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards Issues Proclamation Establishing Louisiana National Board Certified Teacher Day
March 11, 2021
March 10 presents opportunity to celebrate Louisiana’s ranking seventeenth nationally in both the number of newly Board-certified teachers and the total number of National Board Certified Teachers Baton Rouge, Louisiana-The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards joins Governor John Bel Edwards in honoring National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) in Louisiana for their attainment of an advanced teaching credential achieved upon completion of the National Board’s assessment, designed to recognize effective and accomplished teachers who meet high standards. More than a decade of research from across the country confirms that students taught by National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) learn more than…
Read MoreIn recognition of continued excellence, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves Issues Proclamation Establishing Mississippi National Board Certified Teacher Week
March 10, 2021
March 7-13 presents an opportunity to celebrate Mississippi ranking seventh nationally in both the number of newly Board-certified teachers and the total number of National Board Certified Teachers Jackson, Mississippi-The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards joins Governor Tate Reeves in honoring National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) in Mississippi for their attainment of an advanced teaching credential achieved upon completion of the National Board’s assessment, designed to recognize effective and accomplished teachers who meet high standards. Recent research makes clear that a Mississippi kindergarten student taught by a NBCT is 31% more likely to achieve a proficient score on the…
Read MoreMore than 2,570 teachers earn National Board certification; national total exceeds 128,500 despite extraordinary year for educators
March 8, 2021
In a remarkable school year, during which in-person learning came to a standstill in many locations, 2,576 educators showed their deep commitment to their students and their own professional learning by pursuing and achieving National Board certification. These teachers came from 48 states and 2,070 schools. Along with 2,484 National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) who renewed their certificate, a total of 128,550 from all 50 states teach to the highest standards in the profession and impact culture and learning for vast numbers of students, schools, and communities. “The pandemic truly tested the mettle of anybody working in a school setting…
Read MoreMore than 2,570 teachers earn National Board certification; national total exceeds 128,500 despite extraordinary year for educators
March 8, 2021
In a remarkable school year, during which in-person learning came to a standstill in many locations, 2,576 educators showed their deep commitment to their students and their own professional learning by pursuing and achieving National Board certification. These teachers came from 48 states and 2,070 schools. Along with 2,484 National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) who renewed their certificate, a total of 128,550 from all 50 states teach to the highest standards in the profession and impact culture and learning for vast numbers of students, schools and communities. “The pandemic truly tested the mettle of anybody working in a school setting…
Read MoreJackie Lynn Dillard Parker, NBCT: In memoriam
March 5, 2021
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is mourning the death of Jackie Lynn Dillard Parker, NBCT. She was a champion for the National Board process for years and was particularly impactful in her state of Mississippi. Parker, a National Board Certified teacher herself, devoted her life to public education as a master teacher, program director and innovative educational leader at many levels in Mississippi. In addition to her work in Mississippi schools, she served as primary contact for the National Board scholarships in Mississippi and helped to design and implement grant programs designed to connect early career teachers to…
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