[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 123 (Tuesday, September 14, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1591-E1592]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING THE 136 TEACHERS IN NORTH CAROLINA'S 11TH DISTRICT WHO 
              RECENTLY EARNED NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION

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                           HON. HEATH SHULER

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 14, 2010

  Mr. SHULER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the exemplary 
teachers in western North Carolina who have earned National Board 
Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching 
Standards. These dedicated professionals have demonstrated a commitment 
to improving the standards of education for our Nation.
  National Board Certification is a distinction which certifies 
teachers who set a higher

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standard for educating our youth. Through a rigorous process that takes 
between one and three years to complete, teachers must show advanced 
knowledge, skills and practices in their field through expert 
evaluation, peer review and self-assessment. Becoming a National Board 
Certified Teacher is a resource for teachers to progress in their 
fields and teach at a demonstrably higher level. National Board 
Certified Teachers improve learning and involvement in the classroom 
and provide students with the tools needed to advance academically.
  I am incredibly proud of the fact that North Carolina not only has 
the highest number of teachers who obtained Board Certification in 
2009, but also has more nationally certified teachers than any other 
State in the country. North Carolina's 11th district is home to more 
than 1,000 National Board Certified teachers, evidence of the 
incredible emphasis that our region places on education. We are honored 
to have these dedicated professionals in Western North Carolina.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues today to rise with me in 
recognizing the amazing efforts these dedicated professionals have put 
forth in advancing themselves for the benefit of the youth of our 
Nation. I urge my colleagues to recognize all National Board Certified 
Teachers nationwide.

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