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Educators May Now Apply for 2025–2026 NSTA Awards Program

MCLEAN, Va.—October 7, 2025—The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is now accepting applications for its 2025–2026 Awards Program. NSTA Awards honor K–12 educators for their outstanding work and achievement in science and STEM education.

Educators may now apply for these awards:

  • Angela Award, sponsored by NSTA
  • Maitland P. Simmons Memorial Award for New Teachers, sponsored by an endowment from Maitland P. Simmons
  • Robert E. Yager Exemplary Teaching Award, sponsored by an endowment from Robert Yager
  • Shell Science Teaching Award, sponsored by Shell
  • Shell Urban Science Educators Development Award, sponsored by Shell
  • Sylvia Shugrue Award for Elementary School Teachers, sponsored by an endowment from Sylvia Shugrue

In addition to receiving cash and prizes, all awardees will be formally recognized during the NSTA National Conference on Science Education in Anaheim, April 15–18, 2026. 

Applications for all six awards are due by December 19. For more information about the NSTA Awards Program or to apply or nominate someone for an award, visit https://www.nsta.org/awards-and-recognition-program. Educators interested in applying are also invited to attend the upcoming web seminar Elevate Your Story: Learn About the 2026 NSTA Teacher Awards on October 22. 

About NSTA
The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant community of 35,000 science educators and professionals committed to best practices in teaching science and its impact on student learning. NSTA offers high-quality science resources and continuous learning that helps science educators grow professionally and excel in their career. For new and experienced teachers alike, the NSTA community offers the opportunity to network with like-minded peers at the national level, connect with mentors and leading researchers, and learn from the best in the field. For more information, visit https://www.nsta.org/, or follow NSTA on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; YouTube; and LinkedIn.

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Contact
Kate Falk, NSTA
(703) 312-9211
kfalk@nsta.org

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