Educator Support
National Board Certification Support Program
The Watson School of Education's "National Board Certification Support Program" for educators in our partnership districts began in 2001 and has continued to be a valuable resource for participants.
We have structured the activities and delivery sequence to provide increased support for all candidates and to address the changes implemented by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. The Watson School of Education also takes an active role in teaching others how to provide valuable support to teachers seeking certification.Visit the NBCT website for more information >
First Years of Teaching Leadership Program
The Watson School of Education supports its graduates in the first three years of their teaching career through the First Years of Teaching Support Program. This program engages teachers in reflective decision-making focused on developing instructional practices that increase student performance.
The three components of the program are: onsite support and professional growth, online mentoring, and web-based resources selected to address the responsibilities of new teachers. Participants receive a certificate recognizing their active participation in onsite support and professional growth activities.
Visit the First Years of Teaching website for more information >
Mentor Conference
This conference will explore how mentoring will be integral to the application of the NC 21st Century Teaching and School Executive Standards.