Nationally Board certified teachers

[joenali]

My Dh just started his NBs. It has taken over our entire basement and his entire life and school hasn't even started yet. Here we are on a Sunday and he's been working all day. I'm starting mine next year so it will be two years of hard work and stress for us! Blarghhh!!!!

Anyone else done it or are you doing it now?

[joenali]

We have to either do NBs or another cert. which is a waste of time compared to NBs.so most people here choose to do NBs.I'm not doing mine yet, next year!

[keh2oblue]

I'm not a teacher, but my sister went through the NBs 2 years ago and it was so much work for her. She did pass, but one of her co-workers did not, so she had to re-do that section again last year. The biggest advice she gives is to make sure to have someone who's been through the process there to mentor by watching the videos and critiquing the papers.

[craftymrs]

I am also applying for it this year. I have 10 other teachers at my school also going through the process. I'm so glad I'm not alone! I'm terrified!

[mccallister84]

My old chair attempted but didn't pass (not sure if that is the correct terminology). She is an amazing teacher so it put me off from trying for a little bit. I do want to do it eventually. It's nice that you get to watch your husband do it first so you'll know a lot about the process. Keep us posted!