17-year educator inspires others to pursue National Board certification
Noraa Ransey, a NBCT teacher at North Calloway Elementary School (Calloway County) was awarded the KY NBCT Champion Award during a virtual ceremony on Feb. 10.
Kentucky National Board Network recognized for excellence in advocacy and teacher leadership
On Jan. 28, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) recognized 21 National Board Networks that model excellence in support of the National Board’s mission.
KBE approves 2022-2024 biennial budget request, sets annual goals
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) approved the 2022-2024 biennial budget requests put forward by the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) during its regular meeting on Oct. 5.
National Board offering webinar series
The National Board Professional Teacher Standards’ is offering a webinar series designed for all educators, regardless of whether they have or are pursuing National Board certification.
Kentucky celebrates 82 new National Board Certified Teachers during virtual ceremony
Kentucky recognized 82 teachers newly certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards during a Feb. 11 virtual ceremony. Another group of NBCTs is expected to be announced in late February, adding to Kentucky’s total.
National Board offering free webinars on virtual teaching, certification
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) is offering five free online professional development seminars. The topics are attuned to the era of COVID-19, covering subjects such as teaching literacy and special education virtually, and how to pursue NBPTS certification.
Pilot program elevates teaching, interest in National Board certification
The National Board Professional Learning Schools program supports schools that are dedicated to ensuring accomplished teaching for all students and that are willing to made systemic changes using NBPTS resources.
Kentucky recognizes 219 new National Board Certified Teachers
A total of 219 Kentucky educators were recognized Feb. 11 for recently obtaining the highest possible certification in the teaching profession, according to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
Woodford County aims to retain teachers with induction program
Woodford County Public Schools has created a teacher induction program that is instilling a culture within the district that is making its teachers want to stay.
New National Board-certified teachers called on to improve education
A group of nearly 200 NBCTs includes a Breathitt County teacher who didn’t earn her certification until the 20th year of her teaching career.