Teachers in Prince William County get lots of support in achieving their technology goals. Five sessions were offered and I didn't know if I would have enough participants to fill one class. Within three days almost 500 teachers had sent in registration forms. I've added sixteen additional sessions and still have a waiting list. Teachers turned in portfolios which included documents that far surpassed the requirements.
Qualified teachers are the key to improving student learning.
By recognizing outstanding teaching, a national certification program can elevate the entire profession. And in many communities and states, school leaders see it the same way. In North Carolina, a teacher who earns national certification receives a 12 percent pay raise. Oklahoma teachers earn 5 percent more. The process of earning national certification is a time-consuming one.