National Board

1️⃣1️⃣ and counting! We’ve officially added two more @NBPTS to the Forest Hills team. 🎉Congrats to our 2 newest NBCTs for completing this rigorous journey and achieving the highest professional distinction in education! Help us congratulate our newest NBCTs in the comments! 👇

Piedmont City School District has the highest percentage of National Board Certified Teachers in Alabama! 🤩 We are extremely proud of our NBCTs at PES!! #PiedmontProud @alnbctnetwork @NBPTS

Illinois teachers and counselors, the 2026 Illinois National Board First-Time Candidate Fee Subsidy is open. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The window opened March 16 and closes April 12, 2026. Learn more: nbrc.illinoisstate.edu/first-time-can… @NBRCIllinois

PA educators: want to expand your impact while staying in the classroom? The @TeachPlusPA Teaching Policy Fellowship is now open for 2026-2027. The next info session is this Thursday, March 12th, at 6 pm.

For Kimberly Mielke, NBCT, certification didn’t mark the end, it deepened the work. Through ongoing professional learning and leadership as an NBCT Ambassador, she strengthens literacy instruction so students can connect, create, and understand the world.

"I am NBCT proud!" Erin Austin, NBCT, shares how National Board Certification strengthened her practice and expanded her impact as an educator, showing how professional growth leads to meaningful outcomes for students.

Marishia Nichols, NBCT, shares how National Board Certification transformed how she approaches teaching, moving beyond best practices to deeply examining the why behind her instructional decisions.

Sonia Matthew and Samantha Bardoe, NBCTs, share how National Board Certification empowered them to lead, mentor, and support candidates across Maryland, proving that when educators collaborate, the impact multiplies. Let’s elevate NBCTs together.

Angela Miyashiro, NBCT (certified in 2004), shares how National Board Certification strengthened her purpose, opened doors to leadership and advocacy, and continues to shape student-centered, individualized instruction so every learner has the opportunity to succeed.

Donna Robertson, NBCT, shares how National Board Certification supports her role as a school leader by fostering reflective dialogue, strong instructional practices, and continuous improvement across her school community.

Zachary Parsons, NBCT, shares how National Board Certification sharpened his instructional decisions, opened doors to leadership, and helped create clearer expectations and stronger engagement for students.

🎉 Officially Team NBCT! Christine Desuse earned her National Board Certification in Dec. 2025. “Every student deserves a teacher that loves what they do, is passionate, and dedicated to the best outcomes possible.”

Certified since 2009, Tracy Duncan, NBCT, shares how National Board Certification fuels lifelong learning and helps her keep math relevant, engaging, and meaningful for students.

Nicole Rivera, NBCT, shares how Certification strengthened her confidence as a teacher leader and expanded her impact, from inclusive practices in her district to supporting educators nationally and internationally. A powerful example of teaching excellence in action.

Team NBCT Week is a national celebration honoring the impact, leadership, and community of National Board Certified Teachers. #PGCPSNBCT is starting the week by celebrating new and maintaining #NBCTS. CONGRATULATIONS CLASS of 2025. ⁦@pgcpsnbct1⁩ ⁦@NBPTS⁩

It’s 2026 Team NBCT Week! The directory has been updated and my name is there 1 of 276 NBCTs in Texas earned in 2025! #wearelowery @CyFairISD @NBPTS

Team NBCT Week! Celebrating the journey and goal of becoming certified in Early Childhood Generalist. I am a better educator for my students, and the community I serve. Student growth is my passion! @NBPTS @FortBendISD @PGE_CougarCubs #NBCT

Recently became a National Board Certified Teacher. It feels like both a milestone & responsibility. The process strengthened my reflection & reminded me that excellent teaching is never static. When teachers continue to grow, students benefit. #NBCT #TeamNBCTWeek @NBPTS

🌟Certified 2009 🌟Maintained Certification 2019 #ProudEducator #ProudNBCT

Big news for CMS during #TeamNBCT Week! This year, 121 educators achieved National Board Certification — a 64% increase and our highest total since 2010 — plus 82 renewals! NBCTs represent the highest standards in teaching, and we’re proud to rank among state & national leaders.