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Jul

8

Ohio Governor asks for teacher input…

Friday, July 8, 2011 | Leave a Comment

In May 2011, the Governor of Ohio, John Kasich, asked teachers for input regarding merit pay. This is what I proposed: 1. Bring back the distinction of National Board Certification! a. Two years ago, the $2,500.00 stipend was revoked. (Ohio House Bill 1, which was signed into law by Gov. Strickland in July 2009, provides [...]

Jun

25

Merit Pay? Isn’t being an NBCT considered MERIT?

Saturday, June 25, 2011 | Leave a Comment

In 2008, I went through the rigorous process of becoming an NBCT.  Most individuals know that an NBCT is a National Board Certified Teacher. Well, let me assure you, the process was not easy, in fact it was grueling.  There were so many forms to fill out prior to recording, developing, and organizing all of [...]