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Scholarships for the National Conference
NSTA is providing a limited number of scholarships to cover the conference registration fee. Recipients of this scholarship are responsible for paying travel, accommodation, and other expenses associated with attending the conference. Scholarship funds are limited.

NSTA Preservice Teacher Chapter Program
The purpose of the NSTA Preservice Teacher Chapter Program is to encourage and support future teachers as they prepare to enter the profession, as well as help them network and connect with the many resources and opportunities provided by the Association.
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Interactive eBooks+
Interactive eBooks+ provide learning experiences that are both engaging and inspiring. Animations, simulations, and videos bring content to life, while pop-up review questions and special notes help underscore the most crucial points of knowledge.
A New and Easy Way to Earn Professional Learning Credit Hours
NSTA Professional Learning Units are self-paced, flexible short courses designed around relevant science education topics. PLU’s support student-centered learning and can be used toward continuing education credits.
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Web Seminar
Science Teacher Compensation in a Competitive Landscape, June 4, 2025
Join us on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, for the first installment of the Advocacy in Action webinar series as we take an in-depth look at the newly released position statement on science teacher compensation....
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2025 STEM Policy Landscape, June 11, 2025
Join us on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, for the second installment of the Advocacy in Action webinar series, featuring NSTA Policy Advisor James Brown, as he provides an insightful overview of key national policy trends shapi...
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Web Seminar: OpenSciEd 101: An Introduction to Transforming Science Classrooms, June 16, 2025
Join us on Monday, June 16, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, for an introduction to OpenSciEd. Curious about a new way to approach science teaching and learning? Join us for OpenSciEd 101, an introductory web seminar designed for teachers, instructi...
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Web Seminar: NSTA Membership 101: June 16, 2025
Join us on Monday, June 16, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM ET, for this installment of the NSTA bimonthly Membership Orientation Series, NSTA Membership 101, where we will dive into the variety of benefits available to NSTA members....