Since 1999 the Arkansas Department of Education has made it possible for many Arkansas teachers to become National Board certified.  Upon receiving certification many educators ask, "What do I do now?"

The answer to this question is a new organization dedicated to National Board Certified teachers, candidates, facilitators and other education professionals interested in advancing accomplished teaching in our state.

The Arkansas Association for Professional Teaching is committed to the achievement of all students in the state.  Our mission is to promote excellence in teaching through:

-   Advocacy of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) standards and certification process

-   Provision of an educational and support network for collaboration on research and accomplished practice

-   Opportunities for leadership in education

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Nominations are now being accepted for 2008/2009 officers.  Please send nominations to Mickey Cox at the following:

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Call for Presentation Proposals for the January 24, 2009 Conference at Harding University.  Please send to Vice President/Conference Chair Vera Leath at the following address:

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