Get Involved

Become a Board or Council Member

The annual NSTA Nominations for Board of Directors and Council engages science educators in leadership positions. The NSTA Board of Directors and Council work together to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all.

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Serve on an NSTA Committee

One of the most fulfilling ways to have an impact on science education is to participate at a national level. Volunteer opportunities are available to NSTA members who would like to lend their skills, talents and passion for science learning to one of NSTA's standing committees, advisory boards, or panels.

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Become a District Director

Represent your state and surrounding areas to help transform science education.

Contact nstacouncil@nsta.org to learn more

Become a Teacher Ambassador

New Program Launching Late 2023

Become an NSTA Awardee

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

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Mentor a Team for a Student Competition

eCYBERMISSION

eCYBERMISSION is a free, web-based STEM competition for 6th to 9th graders that allows students the opportunity to identify problems and work towards solutions to challenges within their communities. Students discover the applications and relevance of STEM education, as well as how they can make a difference using STEM. The program was developed by the U.S. Army to engage a broad spectrum of America's youth, as well as inspire future careers in STEM.

Toshiba/NSTA Exploravision

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.

GEMS

For middle and high school students, Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) is a summer STEM enrichment program that takes place at participating Army Research Centers and Laboratories. GEMS’ mission is to interest young people, who might not otherwise give serious thought to becoming scientists or engineers, in STEM careers early enough that they can attain the appropriate academic training.

JSHS

For high school students, the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS) is an opportunity to compete for scholarships and recognition by presenting the results of their STEM projects before a panel of judges and an audience of their peers. Students also get access to hands-on workshops, panel discussions, career exploration, research lab visits and networking.

Become a Competition Champion

Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge

The Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, encourages science teachers (grades K-12) in select communities located through throughout the U.S. 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.

Earn a Conference Scholarship

Scholarship opportunities for NSTA23 Kansas City will be announced in Summer 2023.

Participate in a Teacher Fellowship Program

The Northrop Grumman Foundation Scaling Up for STEM Initiative

The Scaling Up for STEM Initiative, sponsored by the Northrop Grumman Foundation, provides middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) teachers with a yearlong immersive professional learning experience designed to enhance teacher confidence and classroom excellence in science, technology, and engineering; and increase STEM career exposure while boosting teacher understanding about the skills needed for a scientifically literate workforce. The program provides a tailored approach to support teachers’ efforts to create an equitable learning environment that increases student interest, participation, and academic success in STEM education.

Become a Session Reviewer

Provide your expertise in reviewing proposals for upcoming National Conference sessions and workshops.

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Help as a Conference Volunteer

Volunteer opportunities for NSTA23 Kansas City will be announced in Summer 2023

Assist as a Journal Peer Reviewer

Become a reviewer for NSTA's four grade-range-specific journals (Science & Children, Science Scope, The Science Teacher, and Journal of College Science Teaching), as well as Connected Science Learning, which bridges in-school and out-of-school science teaching and learning.

Contact our editors to get started:

• Science & Children • Elementary

  Valynda Mayes, vmayes@nsta.org

• Science Scope • Middle School

  Caroline Barnes, cbarnes@nsta.org

• The Science Teacher • High School

  Peter Linderman, plindeman@nsta.org

• Journal of College Science Teaching • Postseconday

  Wendy Rubin, wrubin@nsta.org

• Connected Science Learning • Informal

  connectedscience@nsta.org

Serve as a Competition Judge or Volunteer

eCYBERMISSION

eCYBERMISSION is a free, web-based STEM competition for 6th to 9th graders that allows students the opportunity to identify problems and work towards solutions to challenges within their communities. Students discover the applications and relevance of STEM education, as well as how they can make a difference using STEM. The program was developed by the U.S. Army to engage a broad spectrum of America's youth, as well as inspire future careers in STEM.

GEMS

For middle and high school students, Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) is a summer STEM enrichment program that takes place at participating Army Research Centers and Laboratories. GEMS’ mission is to interest young people, who might not otherwise give serious thought to becoming scientists or engineers, in STEM careers early enough that they can attain the appropriate academic training.

JSHS

For high school students, the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS) is an opportunity to compete for scholarships and recognition by presenting the results of their STEM projects before a panel of judges and an audience of their peers. Students also get access to hands-on workshops, panel discussions, career exploration, research lab visits and networking.