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Science and STEM education are never still, and neither are the educators who teach them, inspire them, and reimagine their future every day. Join us in Indianapolis, a city where speed meets spirit, for NSTA’s preeminent professional learning event of the fall! Over four days of thought-provoking sessions, interactive workshops, and meaningful connections, you’ll gain fresh ideas and powerful tools to elevate your practice and deepen your impact. Whether you’re nurturing discovery in the classroom or leading at the district level, this is your opportunity to learn, connect, and move science and STEM education forward, one inspired mind at a time.

Special Early Bird Pricing - until September 21st OR first 500 registrants

Click on the images above for more information and registration!

Illinois Teachers - NSTA wants YOU to present!

They are especially seeking session proposals that reflect the depth and diversity of today’s science teaching. This includes low-prep, high-impact instructional strategies; three-dimensional teaching across curriculum and assessment; and the use of AI, data, and technology to support career-connected science learning. They also welcome proposals that center high-quality science instruction for multilingual learners and all students, highlight integrated STEM experiences that build durable skills, and address the systems, mentoring structures, and professional conditions that support educators in doing high-quality work and sustaining their practice over time.

SPECIAL FOR ILLINOIS TEACHERS - extended proposal deadline of JUNE 1st

Submit proposals using this link: https://my.nsta.org/conferences/proposals/?type=new&id=87499&v=WzQWrxl8NMw_E OR click on the "Call for Proposals" Image above.

Choose the “District – IL” option from the drop-down list at the bottom of the form. You can enter your district name in the “Group Name” field.

Please email conferences@nsta.org with questions.

About us

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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