Learn about updates to the paraeducator certificate program, and May board meeting decisions. Read the newsletter.
First credential teacher counts by educator preparation program provider
First credential teacher completers are beginning teacher candidates who have finished their preparation program. They could be from either a traditional route program or one of Washington’s four alternative routes to teacher certification. [Read more…] about First credential teacher counts by educator preparation program provider
Professional Growth Plans (PGPs) completed per school year
Professional growth plans (PGPs) are job-embedded, self-directed professional development. This is the count of reported PGPs completed each school year. [Read more…] about Professional Growth Plans (PGPs) completed per school year
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.
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.
Race-ethnicity and gender of beginning educators
The percent of beginning teachers, principals, vice-principals, and ESAs who are people of color increases each school year. Use the “Educator Role” filter to view data on each educator role. [Read more…] about Race-ethnicity and gender of beginning educators
Updated code of conduct for Washington educators
At the March 2021 board meeting, PESB approved updates to the code of conduct and educator discipline system related to workgroup recommendations. Read the announcement.
