Longtime educator Pamella Johnson is the newest member to be appointed to the Paraeducator Board. Read the announcement.
May board meeting agenda and materials now available
Agenda and materials are now available for our May board meetings. Both boards will be convening virtually. Read the announcement.
edTPA eliminated as a state requirement for teacher certification
The Washington Legislature has approved state law, 2SHB 1028, eliminating the edTPA as a state requirement for teacher certification. Read the announcement.
Equity in education advances as legislative session comes to end
On April 25, Washington’s legislative session came to an end. Among the many funding decisions and focused priority areas that swept through both chambers, we were particularly excited to see legislation that advances equity, reduces barriers, and increases investments, opportunities, and support for our educator workforce. Read the announcement.
Learn what happened at PESB’s March board meeting
This newsletter provides key updates and policy changes that were presented at the March board meeting. Read the newsletter.
Governor Inslee appoints new member to PESB board
Governor Inslee has appointed longtime education leader, Krestin Bahr, as the newest member to join the Professional Educator Standards Board. Read the announcement.
Grant funds available to host your own Teaching Equity event
The Teaching Equity Network Fund is offering grants of up to $5,000 for stakeholders to develop and host their own virtual or in-person “teaching equity” events. Read the announcement.
