Educators Celebrated at National Board Certification Pinning Ceremony

Congratulations to the 219 MCPS educators who achieved certification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards in 2024. Another 48 successfully maintained their certifications. See how the certification process transformed a few teachers' teaching practices, deepened their professional growth and most importantly, enhanced their impact on student success.

National Board Certification is achieved through an assessment process designed to measure what accomplished educators should know and be able to do. The process requires educators to demonstrate how their activities, both inside and outside the classroom, strengthen student performance and contribute to student achievement.

To become National Board Certified, candidates voluntarily complete a rigorous process that consists of four components: assessment of content knowledge, reflection on student work samples, video and analysis of teaching practice, and documentation of the impact of assessment and collaboration on student learning. These components were designed by teachers, for teachers, to identify the essential knowledge and skills required to advance student learning and achievement.

Interested in learning more about National Board Certification?

• Register to attend the National Board Certification information webinar taking place on Thursday, May 15 from 5-6 p.m.
• Visit the MCPS National Board Certification website.