Learn about updates to the paraeducator certificate program, and May board meeting decisions. Read the newsletter.
News
The latest information on upcoming events, deadlines, and other news related to the Professional Educator Standards Board and the Paraeducator Board.
New member appointed to Paraeducator Board
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.
Paraeducator training continues with district reimbursements confirmed
The 2021 legislative session has ended and Washington’s two-year budget has been released. Among the many decisions made, the Paraeducator Certificate Program received the funds needed to continue supporting and strengthening the state’s paraeducator workforce. Learn more.
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.
Funds available to expand school libraries and support future educators
We are accepting grant applications to expand and diversify school libraries with books that promote the teaching profession. These grants are designed to help districts “grow their own” future teachers by supporting career exploration for students from underserved, multicultural, and multilingual communities. Learn more.
