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  • The Development of the Next Generation Science Standards

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    The Development of the Next Generation Science Standards An NSTA Background Paper Writers of Science for All Americans (AAAS 1989) were the first to clearly define the “understandings and ways of thinking [that] are essential for all citizens in a world shaped by science and technology.”…

  • State/Province Chapters & Associated Groups

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    State/Province Chapters & Associated Groups NSTA has State/Province Chapters and Associated Groups (see lists below). An NSTA Chapter is a statewide or provincewide organization dedicated to the advancement and improvement of science education without restriction as to field…

  • New Teacher Welcome Hub

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    New Teacher Welcome Hub   Welcome to Your NSTA Teaching Community!Resources, connections, and inspiration to support you in your first years of teaching science.Explore Resources Join a CommunityMember Benefits Sign up for…

  • Awesome Websites and More

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    Awesome Websites and More NSTA strongly believes that parents can and should play an integral part in their child’s science education. Listed below are websites taken from the NSTA e-newsletter Scientific Principals that parents can use to find out more about science education and engage their children in fun, simple…

  • NSTA Leadership Lay

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    NSTA Leadership Lay Robert A. Lay, CPA, CGMA Robert Lay is the CEO of the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), the world's largest professional organization representing science educators of all grade levels.Lay…

  • Past National Congresses on Science Education

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    Past National Congresses on Science Education Minutes and Other Documents202520242023—Virtual2022—Virtual2021—Virtual2020—Virtual2019—Alexandria, VA2018—Little Rock, AR2017—Buffalo, NY2016—Denver, CO2015—Omaha, NE2014—Washington, DC2013—San Juan, PRWorkshop PresentationsNSTA Learning Center (Flavio…

  • Mailing Lists

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    Direct Mail ListsDo you have a science-related product and/or service? Reach your target market easily with NSTA.Key reasons to rent a postal mailing list:Generate highly qualified leadsDrive sales for products,…

  • National Conference on Science Education Indianapolis 2026 Professional Learning Institute 2

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    National Conference on Science Education Indianapolis 2026 Professional Learning Institute 2 Full-Day WorkshopMaking STEM Meaningful: Putting Sensemaking at the CenterWednesday, November 4 • 8:00 AM - 3:00 PMAll participants will receive breakfast and lunch. GA4ViewItem(150, 137916, '…

  • Shell Urban Science Educator Development Award 2026 Winners

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    Shell Urban Science Educator Development Award 2026 Winners      Nana BaffourDavid Crockett Middle SchoolRichmond, TXFrom the moment Nana Baffour stepped into a job fair and confidently declared that she…

  • Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students

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    Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students Hearing loss often appears to be an invisible disability until the student enters the classroom. The challenges for students are anchored in learning language, learning how to listen and speak (if possible) and in learning how to read and write. In nearly all cases,…

  • Science Education for Middle Level Learners

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  • Engage Spring 21 proposals

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    Engage Spring 21 proposals Each week of NSTA Engage: Spring21 will focus on a different grade band: Elementary Educators: April 12–17 Middle Level Educators: April 19–24  High School Educators: April 26–May 1  Postsecondary and Preservice: May 3–8    You can select all the grade level ranges…

  • Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Testimonials

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    Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Testimonials LaConner High School – Todd Hinderman On behalf of LaConner High School and myself, we are truly grateful for the grant award money through the Shell Lab Science Challenge Regional competition. This award has allowed me to upgrade and purchase some very necessary and…

  • STEM20 Virtual Exhibits, Workshops & Sponsorship Prospectus

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    STEM20 Virtual Exhibits, Workshops & Sponsorship Prospectus Connect with STEM Leaders at STEM20: Virtual Event, July 27–30 Download PDF Virtual Exhibits—Create a custom virtual exhibit to showcase your brand and solutions. Host live meetings in your booth via face to face video chat, demo…

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