Scores will be released tomorrow!!!! I know this is a very anxious time....just remember....I am there for you and no matter what the results....you should be proud of your accomplishments!!!
Some things to remember:
The National Board Certification is a growth process which can take up to three years to achieve.
The 2009-2010 North Carolina Promissory Note requires all candidates to complete the assessment process during the first year (receive 10 scores on the score report from NBPTS) and to teach for one full year (10 months) following their candidacy.
Candidates who complete the process (receive a score for all 10 areas of the assessment) will receive 15 CEUs whether they certify or not.
It is important for Advanced Candidates to utilize the "Evaluation Feedback" before making their retake decisions.
Candidates who do not achieve the first year, may retake any of the portfolio entries or assessment center areas which are recommended by the National Board. Each retake entry will cost $350 to complete.
North Carolina has federal subsidy funding which may be used to pay for one retake ($350.00).
Federal Subsidy funding is available to all eligible Advanced Candidates on a first come first served basis. More information about the retake funding process and the application can be found at http://www.nbpts.org/help_and_faqs/apply/retake_candidate_applica and http://dpi.state.nc.us/recruitment/nationalboardcertification/retake/ .
Advanced Candidate support events can be located at http://dpi.state.nc.us/recruitment/nationalboardcertification/opportunities/ .
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Updates made in the Early Childhood and Middle Childhood Generalist Portfolios
I want to let you all know so that you can communicate to your fellow Candidate Support Providers the upcoming changes to the Early Childhood (EC) and Middle Childhood (MC) Generalist Portfolio Entry 3 directions. Before the end of this week NBPTS will begin distributing this information to candidates in those certificate areas. In our ongoing efforts to improve candidate information, we have made these directions clearer without changing the scope of the portfolio by :
· Referencing “unifying concepts and processes in science” instead of “big ideas in science;”
·Integrating the stand alone section of the EC and MC Generalist portfolio directions that addresses unifying concepts and processes in science (currently titled “Big Ideas in Science”) into the Portfolio Entry 3 directions;
· Linking terminology used in the NBPTS Standards, the portfolio directions, and the National Science Education Standards;
·Using more consistent language in relating to the unifying concepts and processes and examples; and
·Providing more detailed guidance and developmentally appropriate examples in the Early Childhood Generalist directions.
These revised portfolio instructions will be provided to candidates who have already received their portfolio materials, as well as those who will be receiving their materials in the near future.
Best,Jolynn TarwaterNBCT-in-ResidenceNational Board for Professional Teaching Standards
· Referencing “unifying concepts and processes in science” instead of “big ideas in science;”
·Integrating the stand alone section of the EC and MC Generalist portfolio directions that addresses unifying concepts and processes in science (currently titled “Big Ideas in Science”) into the Portfolio Entry 3 directions;
· Linking terminology used in the NBPTS Standards, the portfolio directions, and the National Science Education Standards;
·Using more consistent language in relating to the unifying concepts and processes and examples; and
·Providing more detailed guidance and developmentally appropriate examples in the Early Childhood Generalist directions.
These revised portfolio instructions will be provided to candidates who have already received their portfolio materials, as well as those who will be receiving their materials in the near future.
Best,Jolynn TarwaterNBCT-in-ResidenceNational Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Congratulations to our 2010 Renewed NBCT's
The 2009-2010 certification renewal decisions have been finalized. The renewal decision letters were mailed today via first class mail. NBCTs who are awaiting their renewal decision should allow 7-10 business days for delivery, after which they can call 1-800-22TEACH or submit an online inquiry using the form accessible at www.nbpts.org/inquiry. An email blast will be sent to the renewal candidates to share news of this mailing and updates will be posted on the North Carolina DPI website soon.
Congratulations to all of our New Hanover County renewed NBCTs!!!!
Congratulations to all of our New Hanover County renewed NBCTs!!!!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
New Application Deadline
The application deadline for 2010-2011 National Board Initial Candidates is December 31, 2010.
Writing for the Process Webinar
The webinar, "Writing for the Process" is scheduled for October 14, 2010 from 4:00-5:00. The registration can be located at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/458288312
National Board Renewal Opportunity
The webinar, "Time for Renewal" is scheduled for October 12, 2010 from 4:00-5:00. The registration can be located at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/428623064. Please forward this link to your teachers who may be interested in the renewal process.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
National Board Updates for 2010-2011
There have been many changes in regards to the funding process of National Board Certification this year. Please see the link to the newsletter below. The state now offers a loan program to support candidates in pursuing National Board Certification. There are additional funding options highlighted in the newsletter from the state. Check it out!!!
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Thursday, July 1, 2010
New NB Loan Program
The National Board Certification legislation has remained the same with a few rather exciting new details. The NC-DPI application will be available later today!
The total loan is $2, 617.20
Total includes 3% interest and $117.20 finance charges
Repayment delayed for 12 months, interest free
Following the 12 month deferment, candidates will repay the loan ($72.70 over 36 months)
Repayment is waived in cases of death and disability
I've attached a new list of candidates for the 2010-2011 NBC cycle. It appears that we have over 90 candidates. Some of these teachers, media coordinators, and guidance counselors will be interested in the loan program to assist with paying for the assessment fee. The NC-DPI application should be ready later today. Please email your candidates to let them know about the loan and federal subsidy funding that is available to assist them with paying for the assessment fee. If they have questions, please ask them to email me at eedwards@dpi.state.nc.us.
The total loan is $2, 617.20
Total includes 3% interest and $117.20 finance charges
Repayment delayed for 12 months, interest free
Following the 12 month deferment, candidates will repay the loan ($72.70 over 36 months)
Repayment is waived in cases of death and disability
I've attached a new list of candidates for the 2010-2011 NBC cycle. It appears that we have over 90 candidates. Some of these teachers, media coordinators, and guidance counselors will be interested in the loan program to assist with paying for the assessment fee. The NC-DPI application should be ready later today. Please email your candidates to let them know about the loan and federal subsidy funding that is available to assist them with paying for the assessment fee. If they have questions, please ask them to email me at eedwards@dpi.state.nc.us.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
2010 National Board Pre-Candidacy Workshop Offerings
The UNCW Watson School of Education will be offering the 2010 National Board Pre-Candidacy Workshop on June 16-17, 2010. The registration deadline is June 7th. Registration information is attached.
This two-day professional development opportunity is designed for school personnel who are considering becoming National Board candidates or who are newly registered first-time candidates. The pre-candidacy sessions will help make connections between the individual’s current teaching and the new 21st Century Teaching Standards while preparing them to begin the National Board Certification process. Agenda items will include an overview of the National Board Certification process, the NBPTS Five Core Propositions as they align with the new 21st Century curriculum, defining ways to move towards National Board Certification in a 21st Century classroom, and a self examination of the candidate’s own teaching standards and practices.
If you need additional information, please contact the UNCW Teacher-in-Residence at (910) 962-7669 or email TIR@uncw.edu.
This two-day professional development opportunity is designed for school personnel who are considering becoming National Board candidates or who are newly registered first-time candidates. The pre-candidacy sessions will help make connections between the individual’s current teaching and the new 21st Century Teaching Standards while preparing them to begin the National Board Certification process. Agenda items will include an overview of the National Board Certification process, the NBPTS Five Core Propositions as they align with the new 21st Century curriculum, defining ways to move towards National Board Certification in a 21st Century classroom, and a self examination of the candidate’s own teaching standards and practices.
If you need additional information, please contact the UNCW Teacher-in-Residence at (910) 962-7669 or email TIR@uncw.edu.
Monday, March 8, 2010
An Opportunity for NBCT's
NBPTS has announced the following opportunity for NBCTs.
DREAM Team Application is now open!
We are excited to announce that interested NBCTs may now apply to be a part of the 2010 DREAM Team. In this one-year position DREAM Team members will work closely with the NBPTS division of Program Access and Equity to create and implement a strategic recruitment plan focused on encouraging teachers of color to pursue National Board Certification for the 2010-11 academic year. To learn more about this opportunity and find out if you are eligible, please watch our webinar at http://bit.ly/aTjQ9A. Thereafter you can complete and submit an application at http://bit.ly/9T9MUm.
Application timelines are as follows:
March 3, 2010 – Application window opens
March 14, 2010 – Application window closes
March 15-16, 2010 – New DREAM Team members are notified of acceptance
March 22, 2010 – New DREAM Team members confirm acceptance
We look forward to receiving your application.
Thank you!
Beth Edwards, NBCT
NC NBC Program Coordinator
Department of Public Instruction
Educator Recruitment and Development
eedwards@dpi.state.nc.us
Office Phone: 919-807-3358
Fax: 919-807-3362
DREAM Team Application is now open!
We are excited to announce that interested NBCTs may now apply to be a part of the 2010 DREAM Team. In this one-year position DREAM Team members will work closely with the NBPTS division of Program Access and Equity to create and implement a strategic recruitment plan focused on encouraging teachers of color to pursue National Board Certification for the 2010-11 academic year. To learn more about this opportunity and find out if you are eligible, please watch our webinar at http://bit.ly/aTjQ9A. Thereafter you can complete and submit an application at http://bit.ly/9T9MUm.
Application timelines are as follows:
March 3, 2010 – Application window opens
March 14, 2010 – Application window closes
March 15-16, 2010 – New DREAM Team members are notified of acceptance
March 22, 2010 – New DREAM Team members confirm acceptance
We look forward to receiving your application.
Thank you!
Beth Edwards, NBCT
NC NBC Program Coordinator
Department of Public Instruction
Educator Recruitment and Development
eedwards@dpi.state.nc.us
Office Phone: 919-807-3358
Fax: 919-807-3362
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Assessment Center Window Extended to June 30, 2010
Pearson has extended the assessment center deadline to June 30, 2010 for North Carolina candidates. Make sure that you go online to the National Board Website to check available dates for the assessment center.
Retake Funding
This message is from Beth Edwards at DPI regarding retake funding for National Boards.
Retake applications will be available from November 16 through January 29, 2010. Please encourage NBC Advanced Candidates to apply for retake funding. Retake funding is limited; therefore the Department of Public Instruction will accept one application per candidate on a first come first served basis. Retake funding is provided by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards through a federal grant received from the U.S. Department of Education. Upon application review and approval, I (Beth Edwards) will contact each individual candidate through email. All eligible applications will be approved by January 31, 2010.
Retake applications will be available from November 16 through January 29, 2010. Please encourage NBC Advanced Candidates to apply for retake funding. Retake funding is limited; therefore the Department of Public Instruction will accept one application per candidate on a first come first served basis. Retake funding is provided by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards through a federal grant received from the U.S. Department of Education. Upon application review and approval, I (Beth Edwards) will contact each individual candidate through email. All eligible applications will be approved by January 31, 2010.
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