Based on educator feedback, PESB has made updates to PGP templates and several new resources have been created and posted to the PESB website. Read the announcement.
News
The latest information on upcoming events, deadlines, and other news related to the Professional Educator Standards Board and the Paraeducator Board.
Provide input on the next version of the edTPA
The edTPA is a performance assessment for pre-service teachers. Revisions to the edTPA are now being considered in order to better reflect and support Washington’s students and teacher communities. Read the announcement.
September paraeducator certificate program newsletter
Learn about updates to the paraeducator certificate program, and September board meeting decisions. See the newsletter.
New member appointed to Paraeducator Board
Longtime educator and current principal Omar Escalera is the newest member to be appointed to the Paraeducator Board. Omar was appointed by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and will join his first board meeting Wednesday, September 23. Read the announcement.
We’re looking for a legislative and policy liaison – join our team!
We are currently recruiting for a Legislative and Policy Liaison to join our team of dynamic and dedicated individuals. Read the announcement.
Updated RWT curriculum now available
An updated and expanded Recruiting Washington Teachers (RWT) curriculum is now available for the 2020-21 school year. Read the announcement.
Grant funds available to implement an RWT or RWT-BEI program
The Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) is offering grants of $10,000 to support school districts and tribal compact schools as they implement an RWT or RWT-BEI program. Read the announcement.
