Recognizes and honors National Board Certified Teachers for their positive impact on student learning and encourages support for the growth of new certified teachers.
Julia Letlow
Representative
LA-5
This resolution recognizes and honors teachers who have achieved or maintained National Board Certification as of March 2025, acknowledging their positive impact on student learning and potential lifetime earnings. It encourages the growth of new National Board Certified Teachers by urging educators, administrators, school districts, and States to provide candidates with incentives and support.
House Resolution Recognizes Nationally Certified Teachers, Pushes for More
This House resolution is all about giving a major shout-out to teachers who’ve earned National Board Certification—a tough, voluntary process that really shows a teacher's commitment to their craft. As of March 2025, there were 141,464 of these high-achieving educators across the country, and this resolution formally recognizes their hard work and positive impact on students.
Teaching Excellence Acknowledged
The resolution doesn't just praise current National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs); it also pushes for growing their numbers. It encourages everyone from individual educators and school administrators to entire districts and states to actively support teachers going through the certification process. Think incentives, mentorship programs, and maybe even financial help to cover the costs involved.
Real-World Impact: Better Teachers, Better Results
So, what does this mean for the average person? Well, if you’re a parent, this could mean more highly qualified teachers in your kids' schools. Studies show that students of NBCTs see significant learning gains—boosting their lifetime earnings potential. For teachers, it's a clear signal that their extra effort is valued, potentially opening doors to leadership roles and higher pay. It acknowledges that students of nationally certified teachers see approximately $48,000 in increased lifetime earnings. For administrators and school districts, it’s a push to invest in their staff, which could lead to better school performance overall.
The Bottom Line
While this resolution is largely symbolic—it doesn’t create new laws or funding—it sends a strong message about the importance of teacher quality. It acknowledges the link between rigorous professional standards and better outcomes for students. The challenge, of course, will be turning this recognition into concrete action. How will schools and states actually provide the 'incentives and support' mentioned? That part remains to be seen, but this resolution sets the stage for those conversations.