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.
News
The latest information on upcoming events, deadlines, and other news related to the Professional Educator Standards Board and the Paraeducator Board.
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.
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.
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.
STEM certificate renewal requirement
To renew their certificates, teachers with STEM-related endorsements must complete 15 clock hours, the equivalent in credits, or one goal from a PGP demonstrating the integration of two STEM components. Read the announcement.
