Awards & Competitions

NSTA Awards & Programs

NSTA Awards recognize exceptional individuals for their accomplishments and outstanding work in the science education field.

Learn More

awards

Competitions

For Teachers

Shell Science Lab

The Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge encourages science teachers (grades K-12) in select communities located throughout the United States who have found innovative ways to deliver quality lab experiences utilizing limited school and laboratory resources to apply for a chance to win up to $330,000 in prizes, including school science lab makeover support packages valued at $15,000 for elementary level and $20,000 for middle and high school levels.

Learn More

Shell

eCYBERMISSION Teacher

GEMS Teacher

For Students

The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision science competition for K–12 students engages the next generation in real world problem solving with a strong emphasis on STEM. ExploraVision challenges students to envision and communicate new technology 10 or more years in the future through collaborative brainstorming and research of current science and technology. Beyond engaging your students in problem solving, team-based learning, critical thinking, and communication skills, ExploraVision aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards.

Learn More

ExploraVision