Maryland Code, Education § 6-1008

1. Encourage and support teachers in the State in obtaining and maintaining an NBC, including teachers from groups historically underrepresented in the teaching profession; and

2. Develop a culture of collaborative support for accomplished teaching.

1. A virtual course for teachers interested in pursuing an NBC;

2. Virtual and in-person support to teachers pursuing an NBC; and

3. Training and support for National Board Facilitators.

1. Local teacher preparation programs and nonprofit organizations that have a record of success in helping teachers obtain NBC;

2. The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, which has established resources and tools for teachers seeking NBC; and

3. Representatives of employee organizations designated as the exclusive negotiating agent for the public school employees in a unit of the county;

1. By the local superintendent; or

2. If the local superintendent entered into a regional agreement under paragraph (5) of this subsection, in a manner as specified under the agreement.