Empower your educators and transform your school community by becoming a National Board Professional Development (NBPD) School. Partnering with the National Board Resource Center at Illinois State University provides your teachers with structured, research-based professional learning that leads to stronger instruction, better student outcomes, and increased teacher retention. Whether you’re a principal, superintendent, or instructional leader, we’ll guide you in building a sustainable model of accomplished teaching within your school or district.
The experience has truly pushed me to analyze my teaching in ways I never had before. Having a network of fellow educators to lean on made all the difference.
Social Studies Teacher
National Board Professional Development (NBPD) Schools partner with the NBRC to support a local cohort of teachers or counselors pursuing National Board Certification. Through expert-led programming, customized support, and a shared commitment to excellence, NBPD Schools become hubs for instructional growth, teacher leadership, and student success.
Support your teachers. Grow your leaders. Improve student learning.
Give your staff access to the most respected professional certification in education.
Students of NBCTs gain an average of 1–2 months of additional learning per year.
Cohorts build camaraderie and purpose—key drivers of teacher satisfaction and retention.
NBCTs often become mentors, team leads, and catalysts for schoolwide improvement.
Schools supported by NBRC see higher candidate success rates than those going it alone.
The NBPTS Core Propositions align with the Danielson Framework, state standards, and district goals.
We tailor programming to your calendar, strategic plan, and instructional priorities.
Each eligible teacher receives a $1,900 ISBE subsidy—at no cost to your school or district.
Workshops, orientation sessions, and direct facilitator access keep your cohort on track.
We coach administrators and liaisons to provide meaningful, sustainable local support.
NBRC helps you measure impact—on teachers, on certification outcomes, and on student achievement.
Here’s what your school gets when you partner with the National Board Resource Center:
Equip in-house leaders to guide your cohort, with training and yearlong support.
Start strong with customized kickoff sessions built around your school calendar and goals.
In-person or virtual sessions walk candidates through two components per year.
Your direct line to planning, problem-solving, and expert advice all year.
School admins and liaisons receive tools and guidance to drive success locally.
Each qualifying educator receives a $1,900 state-paid subsidy—no local funding needed.
Monitor candidate progress and demonstrate impact on student learning and school improvement.
We tailor everything to your district’s mission, strategic goals, and teaching frameworks.
Build a culture of collaboration, trust, and high expectations among your staff.
Join a movement of schools committed to accomplished teaching and educational excellence.
Let’s talk about how we can help you build a stronger, more supportive path to teacher leadership and student success.
Contact NBRC director, Sheri Bettis, at slbetti1@ilstu.edu to ask your questions or make an appointment!
Receive information about upcoming certification events and resources.
