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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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Exploration Generation: Sensemaking in Elementary Rocketry, November 29, 2023
Join us on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, from 7:00 PM ET to 8:30 PM ET, to learn about the Exploration Generation elementary school playlist and unit ...
Web Seminar
Join us on Thursday, December 7, 2023, from 7:00 PM ET to 8:00 PM ET, for an edition of NSTA’s Science Update....
Web Seminar
Join us on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for a thought-provoking web seminar aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of di...
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Web Seminar: Prepare to Vote: Walkthrough of Proposed Bylaws Revisions, December 18, 2023
Join us on Monday, December 18, 2023, from 7:00 PM ET to 8:00 PM ET, for an in-depth walk-through of the proposed NSTA bylaws, which chart an exciting...