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Explore Leadership Opportunities: 2027 NSTA Nominations Session, September 23, 2026

Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the leadership opportunities available on the NSTA Board of Directors and Leadership Council.Curious about serving in an NSTA leadership role? Join us for an overvie...

Preschool Technical and Vocational Education Early Childhood Elementary Middle School High School Postsecondary Pre-service Teachers Informal Education General Science

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Don’t Hide Your Passion: Let It Shine with an NSTA Teacher Award, October 14, 2026

Join us on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about learn about the various NSTA award categories, eligibility criteria, and the application process. Your passion for teaching deserves to be recognized. In this session...

Postsecondary Early Childhood Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School Pre-service Teachers Preschool Technical and Vocational Education General Science

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Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-Service Secondary Science/STEM Teachers, October 19, 2026

Secondary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the science laboratory....

Middle School High School Postsecondary General Science

Lesson Plan

How can we clean our classroom’s air?

Middle School Earth & Space Science Engineering Is Lesson Plan STEM

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Sponsored Web Seminar: Solve the Case: Bring Forensic Science into Your Chemistry Class, April 29, 2026

Join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn ideas on how to incorporate forensic science into your chemistry class....

Postsecondary Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School Chemistry Life Science STEM

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Archive: Presenter Essentials: Your Guide to Conference Success, March 4, 2026

This webinar is designed to help conference presenters feel prepared, confident, and ready to succeed while aligning with NSTA’s learner-centered, evidence-based approach to professional learning. The session will address essential conference l...

Postsecondary Early Childhood Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School Pre-service Teachers Preschool Technical and Vocational Education General Science

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Archive: January is for Advocacy: NSTA Legislative Initiatives for 2026

Topics to be discussed:...

Postsecondary Early Childhood Elementary High School Middle School Pre-service Teachers Preschool General Science

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Archive: Making the Most of Attending an NSTA Conference - Anaheim 2026, March 24, 2026

In this web seminar participants will learn:...

Preschool Technical and Vocational Education Early Childhood Elementary Middle School High School Postsecondary Pre-service Teachers Informal Education General Science

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Archive: Navigating NSTA 2026 Spring Conference: A Guide for First-Time Attendees, March 26, 2026

This seminar is a great opportunity for first-time attendees to connect with fellow newcomers, NSTA leaders, and staff. Learn how to maximize your experience with tips on pre-conference preparation, effective networking, 'can't miss' sessions and eve...

Postsecondary Early Childhood Elementary High School Informal Education Middle School Pre-service Teachers Preschool Technical and Vocational Education General Science

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers: November 18, 2025

By Debra Shapiro

Kindergarten Elementary Middle School High School Biology Careers Curriculum General Science Inclusion Inquiry Instructional Materials Lesson Plans News Professional Learning STEM Teaching Strategies Technology

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Safety Protocols for Microwave Use in Science/STEM Instructional Spaces

By Ken Roy

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