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ISTA 2017 Conference Registration

  • 27 Oct 2017
  • 8:00 AM
  • 28 Oct 2017
  • 4:00 PM
  • Northern Illinois University: Holmes Conference Center

Registration

  • After September 18, 2016
  • no deadline
  • no deadline

email rjwolffe@bradley.edu for directions for registering groups of 5 or more

Cancellations: Registrations canceled after September 23rd will incur a $50 fee regardless of whether payment has been received.
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Illinois Science Teacher Association

Fall Conference: 

50th Anniversary Celebration 


October 27-28, 2017

Northern Illinois University

Holmes Conference Center

DeKalb, IL

CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

To celebrate our conference's 50th Anniversary all attendees will receive a ONE-YEAR FREE ISTA MEMBERSHIP or a ONE-YEAR EXTENSION to your current membership. 

Some program highlights included:

  • Keynote Speaker -  Dr. Sarah Bexell returns to her home state as our Friday keynote speaker. She will share her work as a specialist in conservation education. Currently she is the Director of Conservation Education, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, China, the Humane Education and Anti-Cruelty Programs Manager, Institute for Human-Animal Connection, University of Denver, and Professor, Humane Society University.
  • Special extended workshop sessions
  • Over 125 sessions covering a broad array of current topics. 
  • Friday Anniversary Celebration Dinner and Program
In addition, don't miss out on...
  • District group discount rate - see information below
  • Exhibits - Numerous science education vendors and informal education organizations will be featured in the exhibit hall including publishers, science supply companies and nonprofits offering teacher resources.
  • Door Prizes on Friday and Saturday - free materials from exhibitors 
  • Science Flea Market -  hundreds of deeply discounted or free classroom supplies 
  • Opportunities to Network - chat and learn with colleagues and meet new people from around the state
  • Meals Included:  Friday: Deluxe Continental Breakfast and Hot Sandwich Buffet for lunch  Saturday: Full Breakfast Buffet                              

Join Us In BREAKING BARRIERS

CLICK the "REGISTER" button to the left.

Once you have completed the registration form, you will be able to either pay immediately via PayPal or at a later date via check/PO from you or your employer.  The confirmation of registration you receive via email serves as either your receipt or bill. Check out the new group program below before registering.

Early Bird Deadline October 9 - SAVE NOW !

Cancellations: Registrations canceled after October 7th will incur a $50 fee regardless of whether payment has been received.

District Group Discount 

With the hope of providing more teachers the opportunity to attend our joint conference, ISTA offers a school system discount program. If your district sends 5 or more teachers at the two-day conference fee, each person's registration will be reduced by $25 dollars. To take advantage of this special savings contact Bob Wolffe at rjwolffe@bradley.edu. He will send you the the group registration form. The same form will be used for all registrants regardless of discipline or grade level. DO NOT register on-line as an individual using this site if you plan to use the group option.

If your school or school district is paying for 4 or less people to attend, each person must be registered individually and a receipt or bill will be sent via email as each registration is completed. A single payment can then be sent for the entire group and each invoice will be recorded as paid upon receipt of payment.

Checks Payable to: ISTA          

 Mail Payments to:  Bob Wolffe, ISTA Treasurer

230 East Green Acres Ct.      East Peoria, IL 61611


EXHIBITS and DOOR PRIZES 

Exhibits: Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm   Saturday 9:00 am-noon

Door Prizes Giveaway  with snacks and lemonade 4:15 pm 

Door Prizes Giveaway   Saturday 2:00 pm

HOTEL INFORMATION

The Hotel at Holmes is located in the Holmes Conference Center. For reservations call 815-753-1444 and mention the ISTA conference.

COMPLETE PROGRAM

Complete program information will be posted on the ISTA website later this summer. Continue to check. 

MEDIA PERMISSION

By registering for this event I grant the Illinois Science Teachers Association (ISTA) the right to take photographs, videos, and/or other recordings of me at this event. I understand such media can be used for any lawful purpose, which may include publicity, marketing, illustration, advertising and Web content related to the work and responsibilities of ISTA. Published information may include names, school, city/state, and other identifying information. 

If you do not wish to grant this permission notify ISTA via email.

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We are a membership-based organization dedicated to promoting excellence in science teaching and learning throughout Illinois.   As the state chapter of the NSTA, the Illinois Science Teaching Association (ISTA) serves as a local resource for science educators in Illinois.   

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