It's Teacher Appreciation Week, and all across the internet we find signs of celebration. Big companies are recognizing the profession by offering teacher discounts. School districts are giving their teacher staff shout outs. State Departments of Education are thanking…
As our nation's teacher shortage grows dire, some states have embraced new ways to get more teachers in classrooms. Unfortunately, some of these steps are simply stopgaps. For example, some states have moved to extend the length of time…
Your Dream of Becoming a Teacher Across the country, there are thousands of career professionals who want to transition to a career in teaching. Perhaps you're one of these people. You've dreamed of a career in the classroom, but…
Teacher Shortage in West Virginia The teacher shortage has hit West Virginia, just as it has the rest of the nation. Because of the shortage, West Virginia parents may be surprised to find that there is a real chance…
What is Troops to Teachers (TTT) For more than 20 years, Troops To Teachers has been the lead program assisting our Veterans as they transition to a career in teaching. Recognizing the incredible value and unique skills our Veterans…
Is the teacher shortage a problem? As detailed in part one and part two of this three-part blog series, the teacher shortage is real and it’s having a negative effect on students and schools. But there is good news; although the teacher shortage…
Getting Back IN School It’s no secret that students need to be back in classrooms—now. In fact, all major organizations responsible for tracking youth growth and development, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, agree that in-person education is the best option. Of…
Patriot Day September 11th, we celebrate Patriot Day. As we reflect on the horrific September 11, 2001 attacks, American Board takes this day to honor the First Responders, Members of our Armed Forces, their Families, and the extraordinarily brave…
More Teachers Needed Pennsylvania schools are not immune to the teacher shortage. In fact, the number of undergraduate education majors in the state has declined by 55 percent over the last 20 years. As a result of this drop, fewer new…
Alternative teacher certification has existed for a long time. Recently, people have been asking how to get qualified teachers in our nation's classrooms. Alternative teacher certification programs have quickly increased in flexibility and affordability. They offer online classes and…
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