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The NASDTEC Communicator for May 21, 2024
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The NASDTEC Communicator, our organizational newsletter, is distributed twice monthly. Below you will find information on events, announcements, media releases, news items, other reports and events of interest to NASDTEC members. The newsletter is delivered via email and posted in the NASDTEC Online Community and mobile app. Some links contained below may require your NASDTEC member login.
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NASDTEC Calendar and Upcoming Events
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Brown v. Board at 70: Progress and Challenges in Education Equity - May 22–24, 2024, Washington, DC, In-Person and Virtual - Register Now!
Doug Bates Award Nominations extended to May 31, 2024 - Submit a Nomination
AASPA Webinar: Insights from Jefferson County (KY) HR Leaders and Principals on Teacher Feedback & Improvement Science Driving 94.9% Retention - Register Now!
2024 NASDTEC Annual Conference, June 23 - 25, 2024, Pittsburgh, PA - Register Now!
Call for Proposals for the 2nd National Convening on Registered Apprenticeships in Teaching is now open!
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Join Us in Pittsburg for the 95th NASDTEC Annual Conference
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We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for the upcoming 95th NASDTEC Annual Conference, scheduled to take place from June 23-25, 2024, in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This year's conference promises to be an enriching experience, bringing together educators, policymakers, and industry leaders to engage in discussions that will shape the future of teacher education.
Event Details:
- Date: June 23-25, 2024
- Location: Omni William Penn Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA
Conference Highlights:
- Engaging keynote speakers from the education sector
- Thought-provoking panel discussions on the latest trends in teacher education and licensure
- Networking opportunities with professionals and experts in the field
- Interactive sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge
Concurrent Sessions Sneak Peek!
Most of our concurrent session presenters have created audio descriptions of their presentations to help you further understand what they will be discussing. Feel free to start listening and establishing your schedule now.
Concurrent Session A
Concurrent Session B
Concurrent Session C
Concurrent Session D
Concurrent Session E
Concurrent Session F
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Patrick Halladay Named as Associate Member Representative on the NASDTEC Executive Board
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We are happy to announce that Patrick Halladay has been named to the NASDTEC Executive Board as the Associate Member Representative. Patrick is the Director of Educator Licensure for the University of Vermont’s Department of Education. In addition to ensuring that students have met licensure requirements in the state where they will be teaching, he helps expand pathways to licensure for non-traditional entrants into the field. Previously, Patrick worked for eight years at the Vermont Agency of Education, the last four of which he was the Director of Education Quality, managing licensure, education preparation approval, and quality improvement. His career in education includes a decade teaching upper elementary students and graduate work on demographics candidates in non-traditional pathways to teaching.
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Call for Nominations: 2024 Doug Bates Award
Nomination Deadline Extended to Friday, May 31, 2024
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The NASDTEC Professional Practices Committee is seeking nominees for The Doug Bates Award, which is presented annually to an individual who has significantly contributed to the promotion of ethics in education.
The Doug Bates Award grew out of a desire to honor the legacy of an early proponent of high moral and ethical standards for America's educators. Doug Bates was an attorney with the Utah State Office of Education and served for many years as the attorney for NASDTEC. In both roles, Doug was consistent and relentless in his insistence that state licensing agencies and employing school districts effectively screen applicants and monitor all educators for moral fitness.
Selection for the award is based on these criteria:
- Membership in NASDTEC and/or affiliation with NASDTEC’s Professional Practices efforts or other noteworthy efforts in this regard.
- Recognized contributions or work experience in the field of Professional Practices and educator misconduct.
- Demonstrated dedication to the safety and welfare of school children.
- Selection by the Professional Practices Committee with approval by the Executive Board.
Selection Procedure
All applications will be reviewed by the Professional Practices Committee, and a recommendation will be submitted for approval to the NASDTEC Executive Board.
Award Presentation
The award will be presented at the NASDTEC Professional Practices Institute taking place October 16-18, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky at the Marriott Lexington City Center Hotel. Special recognition will also be given to the award recipient on the NASDTEC web site and social media properties.
Deadline for Nomination
Nominations have been extended to Friday, May 31, 2024, to nominate and individual for this award.
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Job Posting from Massachusetts
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Massachusetts is hiring a Registered Teacher Apprenticeship (RTA) Program Coordinator.
They are looking for a full-time employee focused on developing and launching Massachusetts’ first Registered Teacher Apprenticeship (RTA) Program, and then growing the program to scale. In this role, you’d join a collaborative, fast-paced, talented team committed to supporting educator preparation, development and retention. And you’ll have the chance to be part of an innovative initiative that will increase the number of diverse teachers in the pipeline through a job-embedded pathway to licensure at no cost to candidates.
A strong candidate will be someone who is committed to developing and sustaining a workforce that is diverse, culturally responsive, well-prepared, and committed to continuous improvement, so that all students have equitable access to effective educators. MA is particularly interested in candidates with a background in educator preparation, grants management, and managing complex projects, but welcome all interested educators to apply.
If you know of someone who might be a good fit, the application is now available here: https://tinyurl.com/RTACoordinator. Individuals who apply before May 26th will receive priority consideration. Please reach out to Claire Abbott [claire.j.abbott@mass.gov] with any questions.
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Your Forward Funds in Action
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Congratulations to the 5th cohort of the NASDTEC Forward Fund, NASDTEC’S philanthropic outreach for its members and partners to pay it forward by giving back to the educational community. Read about the four 2024-25 Forward Fund recipients below, each selected from a nationwide nomination and selection process.
Since the launch of the Forward Fund, twenty two outstanding representative classroom teachers have been honored, and $22,000 in grants have gone to support a variety of educational initiatives in classrooms and schools. In additional, each Forward Fund recipient is invited to attend and participate in the NASDTEC Annual Conference. Read about previous Forward Fund recipients, including how they used their funds at https://www.nasdtec.net/page/Forward_Fund_Recipients.
Let’s get a jump start on the 2024-25 Forward Fund campaign now and at the upcoming Forward Fund luncheon, held at the 95th Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, PN, June 23-25, 2024. Information about the Forward Fund and how to donate is available at https://www.nasdtec.net/donations/.
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Meet your 2024 Forward Fund Recipients
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Francis (Frank) Hughes, Teacher (Special Education Adapted Physical Education, P-12), John G. Leach School, Colonial School District, New Castle, DE
“This award is a great honor, and I am humbled to have been nominated and selected as a recipient of the NASDTEC Forward Fund. This award means that my students will continue to have the opportunity to explore a variety of movement concepts and focus towards lifelong fitness.”
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Laura Jeanne Penrod, Teacher (English 9-12), Southwest Career and Technical Academy, Clark County School District, Las Vegas, Nevada
“Winning the NASDTEC Forward Fund award for the Western region is an incredible honor. I am excited to continue advocating and implementing strong Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) practices for our students, which are partnered with content they learn. I am deeply grateful and honored to be chosen this year to represent the award. I will continue to advocate and create opportunities for all educators and young people to feel seen, valued, heard, and appreciated every day through strong SEL practices.”
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Kylie Altier, Teacher (1st grade), McKinley Elementary School, East Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Schools, Baton Rouge, LA
“As a teacher sometimes when the door of our classroom shuts, it can feel like we are all alone advocating for our kids, but it is work like this award that screams to teachers we are not alone. It truly takes a village to educate children, and I am so grateful for NASDTEC for being a part of our village.”
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Vanessa Robert, Teacher (Kindergarten), Canton Charter Academy, National Heritage Academies, Grand Rapids, MI
“Thank you so much, NASDTEC members, for this wonderful award and funds! I am extremely proud of our students and the community I serve. This thoughtful gift will support our students at Canton Charter Academy and provide resources to excel their learning. Thank you for being part of our village in helping young minds reach their fullest potential!”
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NASDTEC Executive Board Meeting
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The Executive Board will have its next meeting on Friday, June 21, 2024, at the Omni William Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA. The agenda for the meeting will be posted here prior to the meeting.
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The Professional Educator Standards Boards Association (PESBA), a special committee of NASDTEC, held its spring Zoom meeting on April 23, 2024, with seventeen representatives from member states participating.
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PESBA Chair Jeff Briske (Nevada) welcomed members and introduced NASDTEC Executive Director Jimmy Adams who shared an update on upcoming events and status of the Interstate Mobility Compact. Featured during the meeting was a panel discussion focused on J1-Visa teachers in member states. Panelists included:
- Brian Devine, Director of Educator Licensure, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Becky Pitkin, North Dakota, Executive Director, North Dakota Education Practices and Standards Board
- Felicia Villalobos, Executive Director, Hawaii Teacher Standards Board
- Soledad Gutierrez, Responsible Officer, Exchange Visitor Program, California Department of Education
Panelists shared successes and challenges in their states with J1 teachers, and a Q&A with members followed. Positive experiences of enhancing cultural understanding and exchange, as well as concerns about employment issues, were mentioned in the discussion.
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Following the panel presentation, PESBA Operational Director, Dr. Lynn Hammonds, shared details of May officer elections and reminded members of PESBA’s annual meeting on Sunday of the Pittsburgh NASDTEC conference.
In early May, PESBA membership reelected the current slate of officers for another term in 2024-2025:
- Jeff Briske, Nevada, Chairperson
- Anne Marie Fenton, Georgia, Vice Chair
- Dr. Linnea Bradshaw, Delaware, Member at Large
PESBA’s annual breakfast meeting will be at the June NASDTEC conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the Ommi William Penn Hotel on Sunday, June 23, 2024, 7:30 – 8:45 am in the Monongahela Room, Seventeenth Level. At the meeting, members will consider their activities and budget for the coming year.
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USDOE Frequently Asked Questions Now Available on
Financial Responsibility and Certification Procedures
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The USDOE's first round of FAQs regarding certification procedures regulations are now live.
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NASDTEC Knowledge Base Updates
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NASDTEC thanks everyone who contributed to the coming changes to the Knowledge Base! Since 1984, NASDTEC Jurisdiction Members have cooperated to share state-specific information regarding the preparation and licensure of educators through the Knowledge Base of Preparation and Certification of Educational Personnel. First distributed as a printed manual, the Knowledge Base is now provided through interactive data maps and downloadable spreadsheets.
The updated version of the Knowledge Base will move from broad licensure information to detailed information to better serve NASDTEC members seeking information about specific licenses and needing to meet USDOE rules. The Knowledge Base will also contain information related to the State Authorization Reciprocity Act and the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact.
Timeline:
- Currently - Testing of the new system
- Late May/Early June - Data update and entry by jurisdictions
- Early June - New system with updated information is available to all member
There have been updates from the USDOE that the regulations approved on October 31, 2023.
Institutions are expected to be compliant when the regulations go into effect, which is July 1, 2024. However, the DCL acknowledges that there may be reasons outside of the institutions control that prevent the institution from being in compliance and that the Department will take such circumstances into consideration in exercising enforcement discretion through January 1, 2025. If institutions have specific questions regarding their specific situation, they can reach out here: Contact Customer Support | Help Center (ed.gov).
Please see the related item in above titled: USDOE Frequently Asked Questions Now Available on
Financial Responsibility and Certification Procedures.
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CALL FOR PROPOSALS
2nd National Convening on Registered Apprenticeships in Teaching
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NASDTEC and the National Center for Grow Your Own is proud to announce the 2nd National Convening on Registered Apprenticeships in Teaching. This event will be held January 29-31, 2025, at the Austin Hilton in Austin, TX.
To broaden the scope of topics and areas of interest related to the 2nd National Convening on Registered Apprenticeships in Teaching, the planning committee embraces the opportunity to solicit proposals from all interested parties. You may be someone just getting started or are the resident expert in your state. We need and want to hear from your work, experiences, roadblocks and successes. Those selected will have the opportunity to present a 45-minute concurrent session and/or the committee may ask related presenters to serve on a panel presentation during one of the concurrent time blocks.
Presentations must be designed to engage audiences in rich discussion and collaboration regarding planning, funding, implementing and growing Registered Apprenticeship programs. These topics may include both research in this field as well as current successful practices within a state/jurisdiction, educator preparation institution, school district and labor.
- Planning Phase: first steps, potential partnerships, the right questions to be asking, funding
- Implementing Phase: application filing, what's next after becoming registered, funding
- Next Steps Phase: lessons learned, changes that need to be considered, sustainability and funding
Proposals must be submitted by the close of business, June 15, 2024. Concurrent session selections will be announced by mid-August 2024.
NOTE: Presenters are responsible for conference registration, hotel, travel and other expenses to attend the conference.
Please use the button below to submit a presentation proposal.
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The information shared in this section is a review of news items from across the country. It is not exhaustive by any means, but is designed to assist those who work in educator licensure, conduct and/or policy.
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Gov. Reynolds Signs Law Focused on Improving IA’s Literacy Teaching
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Des Moines Register | Any students from kindergarten through sixth grade who are not reading at grade level will be given a personalized plan until their reading improves.
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Bills on Teacher Certification, Mandated Reporting Pass CT House
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CT Mirror | The bills combine ideas from several bills the Education Committee discussed this session.
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Teacher Shortage Could Get Relief as SC House Passes Back-Door Measure Ahead of Deadline
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The State | The S.C. House of Representatives unanimously approved two bills that now include measures to give teachers more freedom to change jobs without running the risk of having their teaching certification suspended...
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Announcements and information released from other educational organizations.
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Israel-Hamas War Poses Tough Questions for K-12 Leaders, Too
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Ed Week | The Israel-Hamas war that is roiling U.S. college campuses is also creating conflict, albeit less turbulent, in pockets of K-12 education across the country. Some high school students have walked out to join nearby campus protests in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
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New Data Reveal How Many Students Are Using AI to Cheat
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Ed Week | AI-fueled cheating—and how to stop students from doing it—has become a major concern for educators. But how prevalent is it? Newly released data from a popular plagiarism-detection company is shedding some light on the problem. And it may not be as bad as educators think it is.
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Strategic Planning for Teacher Retention in Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville, KY (A Case Study by Upbeat)
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Upbeat | Faced with an increasing shortage of candidates to fill teaching roles in 2019, Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) in Louisville, KY created a teacher retention office to intentionally drive results in the district and ensure every student had access to a quality educator. With a clear retention plan grounded in improvement science, JCPS has now achieved a 94.9% teacher retention rate.
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Webinar Alert: Insights from Jefferson County (KY) HR Leaders and Principals on Teacher Feedback & Improvement Science Driving 94.9% Retention
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AASPA | Join AASPA for an upcoming webinar on Wednesday, June 12, at 12 PM EST, where you'll hear firsthand from HR leaders Dr. Aimee Green-Webb and Dr. Marco Munoz, and Principals Dr. Toetta Taul and Dr. Carla Soeder-Kolodey, about their successful efforts in supporting teacher retention at Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) in Louisville, KY.
In collaboration with Dr. Green-Webb, Dr. Munoz spearheaded the district's Office of Teacher Retention, launched in July 2019, driving intentional results and providing crucial support to teachers. With a strategic retention plan in place, they will share how the district achieved an impressive 94.9% retention rate for SY 23-24.
During the webinar, you can expect:
- How JCPS integrated teacher feedback into its retention strategies, with Dr. Taul and Dr. Soeder-Kolodey providing insights into implementing data-driven action plans from a principal's viewpoint
- Best practices for strengthening a sense of belonging and wellbeing among educators on both a district and school level
- Strategies straight from Dr. Green-Webb, Dr. Munoz, Dr. Taul, and Dr. Soeder-Kolodey to aid and support teachers' sense of appreciation
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Brown v. Board at 70: Progress and Challenges in Education Equity
May 22–24, 2024 | Washington, DC
In-Person and Virtual
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As the landmark Brown v. Board decision turns 70, the country’s leading education researchers, civil rights advocates, legislators, community leaders, and others will convene for 30-plus interactive sessions on what we have learned in the 70 years since the Brown v. Board decision.
Featured Speakers:
- Travis Bristol, Associate Professor of Teacher Education and Education Policy, University of California, Berkeley
- Melanie Carter, Associate Provost and Director, Center for HBCU Research, Leadership, and Policy, Howard University
- Chris Chatmon, CEO, Kingmakers of Oakland
- David Coleman, CEO, College Board
- Linda Darling-Hammond, President and CEO, Learning Policy Institute; Charles E. Ducommun Professor of Education Emeritus, Stanford University
- Christina Grant, State Superintendent of Education, Washington, D.C.
- Tyrone Howard, Professor of Education, University of California, Los Angeles
- Rucker Johnson, Chancellor’s Professor of Public Policy, University of California, Berkeley
- Gloria Ladson-Billings, Professor Emerita of Urban Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Carol Lee, President, National Academy of Education Sciences; Professor Emerita, Northwestern University
- Catherine Lhamon, Assistant Secretary, Office for Civil Rights
- Kent McGuire, Program Director of Education, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
- Chase Moore, Special Assistant, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education
- Na’ilah Suad Nasir, President, Spencer Foundation
- Pedro Noguera, Emery Stoops and Joyce King Stoops Dean, Rossier School of Education, University of Southern California
- Gary Orfield, Distinguished Research Professor of Education, University of California, Los Angeles; Co-Director, Civil Rights Project/Proyecto Derechos Civiles
- Congressman Robert “Bobby” C. Scott (D-Virginia), Chair, Committee on Education and Labor
- Ken Wesson, Neuroscience Educational Consultant
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Thank You to Our Partners and Sponsors!
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