Through impactful professional learning, NBC, and collaboration, NBCNY strengthens instructional practice and supports teachers by leveraging NBPTS resources which represent the gold standard for accomplished teaching. Who We Are
The National Board Council is an affiliate network of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). Through impactful professional learning, board ce
rtification, and collaboration, the NBCNY Network develops and strengthens instructional practice and supports teachers by leveraging Board Certification resources which represent the gold standard for accomplished teaching. History
Founded in 1987, after a task force from the Carnegie Forum on Education and the Economy proposed that teachers, like doctors, should have their own voluntary process of national certification, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) was established as a voluntary national system of certification based on high and rigorous standards for accomplished teaching. In time, National Board Network Affiliates were established to serve as coalitions of NBCTs who impact teaching and learning in their schools and districts by supporting quality teaching, promoting high standards of learning and advocating for National Board Certification. The National Board Council of New York (NBCNY) was established as an NBPTS network affiliate in the fall of 2007. It was created to provide the overarching structure and vehicle for communication about National Board Certification throughout New York State. Since its founding, it has helped more than 2,000 teachers in New York State achieve National Board Certification, created close to 50 support groups and trained over 400 facilitators across the state. Today, National Board Certification is a symbol of professional teaching excellence, which complements, but does not replace state licensing. While state licensing systems set entry level standards for beginning teachers, National Board Certification establishes advanced standards for experienced teachers. Nationally, more than 128,000 teachers have achieved National Board Certification as a way to gain professional recognition, improve their teaching skills and in some states gain financial incentives. Our Aim
The National Board Council of NY Network collaborates with organizations to unite educators, elevate the profession, encourage educators to adapt and thrive, and transform cultures to improve student learning in an ever-changing global society. We encourage networking opportunities for educators to expand and refine their content knowledge and pedagogy. The outcome is more powerful teaching that improves student achievement and reflects college and career readiness.
