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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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NSTA Membership 101: February 2, 2026
Join us on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM ET, for this installment of NSTA’s bimonthly Membership Orientation Series, NSTA Membership 101, where we’ll dive into the variety of benefits available to NSTA member...
Member Web Seminar
How Can I Pay for That? Finding Grants to Support Learning, February 3, 2026
Have a great idea for your classroom, school, or district but you are not sure how to fund it? You are not alone. Join us on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for How Can I Pay for That?, a practical and empowering web seminar de...
Member Web Seminar
How OpenSciEd Supports All – Empowering Multilingual Learners Through Science, February 5, 2026
Students deserve access to high-quality, meaningful science instruction—and OpenSciEd is built with multilingual learners in mind. Join us on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, for How OpenSciEd Supports All, a focused web ...
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Sensor Immersion: Incorporating Data Science in the Classroom, February 9, 2026
Join us on Monday, February 9, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn how to incorporate data science in the classroom. As science becomes more advanced in its techniques and approaches, incorporating them into K-12 classrooms, as recommended by...
