National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)
NBPTS is an independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization
governed by a board of directors, the majority of whom are classroom
teachers. Other members include school administrators, school
board leaders, governors and state legislators, higher education
officials, teacher union leaders and business and community leaders.
 The
National Board for Professional Standards Certification process,
requiring intense self-reflection and analysis of one's own practice,
is a forceful professional development experience. Having measured
their practice against the highest and most rigorous standards
for the profession, teachers say that their teaching is resultantly
more focused, reflective, and confident. Teachers speak eloquently
about how the experience produces deeper student learning outcomes
in classrooms. They are strengthened in their practice and emerge
from the experience with a lasting commitment to professional
growth.
Offered on a voluntary basis and valid for 10 years, the advanced
system of National Board for Professional Teaching Certification
for Professional Teaching Standards complements, but does not
replace, state licensing. Each state, school district and school
decides how best to capitalize on the National Board Certification
process and the expertise of NBPTS as it designs instructional
arrangements to promote student learning and support professional
practice.
2008 Kentucky NBCT Celebration on the Hill
2008 National Board Teacher Day
EPSB hosted a recognition ceremony on March 4 for the 252 new National Board Certified Teachers class of 2007. With more than 200 in attendance at the Capitol Rotunda, Governor Beshear signed a proclamation declaring March 4, 2008, as National Board Teacher Day in Kentucky. The special day closed with recognition of these educators by both chambers of the General Assembly.
Downloadable 2008 NBCT Celebration on the Hill House of Representatives Photograph
Downloadable 2008 NBCT Celebration on the Hill Senate Photograph
Kentucky Mentor Service Providers
Information on Becoming National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT)
Welcome New National Board Candidates
Information for New Candidates
Information on NBCT Renewal Requirements
“New” Information for Retake Candidates
September 13, 2007, the NBPTS launched the 2007-2008 online retake application. Candidates can access the retake application by going to My Profile and selecting View My Scores. Candidates eligible to retake but are not "active" retake candidates (those who are waiting for scores) can apply as soon as the application becomes available. The National Board will contact eligible retake candidates to encourage them to apply.
All retake deadlines have been clearly defined within the online application and a statement has been added to ensure that candidates have read and understand all deadlines.
Should you have questions, please feel free to contact NBPTS at 1-800-22TEACH.
NBPTS Timelines
January 1 - December 31, 2008 - Application
and $500 nonrefundable
initial fee received by NBPTS during this period
July 1, 2007- June 15, 2008 - Assessment Center
Testing Window for 2006-07 first time candidates
July 1, 2008 - June 15, 2009 - Assessment
Center Testing Window for 2008-09 first time candidates
January 31, 2008 - Deadline for full fee payment
and all eligibility
forms for 2006-07 first time candidates
March 31, 2008 - 2006-07 first time candidates
portfolio due at NBPTS on or before.
For information concerning National Board Assessment deadlines,
Contact National Board for Professional Teaching Standards at 1-800-22TEACH
Kentucky Regulations and Statutes Related to National Board Certification
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