National Board Supports

***Programming/ support options on this page are subject to eligibility, licensing or funding availability***

FCPS Launch is a one year support opportunity strategically designed for FCPS educators pursuing their National Board Certification through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) organization. The opportunity consists of virtual support sessions, one-on-one mentoring opportunities, face-to-face events, and writing/editing support for educators navigating YEAR ONE of the National Board Certification process.

 Writing/editing support for at least one component submissions from National Board Certified Teachers.  First come, first serve basis. 

Learn from those who have completed the journey before you! ATLAS (created by NBPTS) provides a library of authentic cases of accomplished teaching practice indexed to common teaching and learning frameworks across a wide variety of classroom settings. FCPS has a limited number of full access licenses allocated for FCPS candidates. Candidate access elgiibility options will be shared soon.  FCPS is hoping to host some umpacking case/component submission events contingent upon funding. 

Programs and/or Courses that support National Board Certification

Hood College 

• Hood College- NBC Coursework/Support 

McDaniel College 

• Summer 2025 NBC Coursework

• National Board Certification Support

MSEA Center for Professional Learning invites members to attend a three-day workshop for National Board candidates.  The seminar supports participants working on cerification processes.  Registration dates, time and locations will be post as they become available on the MSEA website. (This event is not paid for by FCPS) 

NBPTS.org provide an abudance of FREE resources such as webinars, social media groups and a Canvas course to support NBCT candidate.  Check out the NBPTS.org website for the most current resources and information available.