(Early Bird Pricing Ends February 13th)

CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

• "Educating in the Future" is the theme for this year’s Science in the South Conference. Sessions will focus on advances in science and pedagogical approaches that allow our students to be a part of building a quality future. Our conference goal is to support K-12 educators with content knowledge, educator growth, and student learning.
  

•   Whether you are a first year teacher looking for new ideas or a veteran teacher looking for ways to energize your classroom, the Science in the South Conference provides ample opportunities to connect with educators, explore ways to share science information, earn PD credits, and to just have a great time learning. Earn up to 5.0 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for attending and participating.

Schedule

8:00 am: Registration and Continental Breakfast and Networking

9:00 am - 12:00 pm:  Sessions

12:00 pm: Lunch and Making the Most of Your ISTA Membership

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Sessions 

3:00 pm: Wine/Beer & Cheese Social and Giveaways!

ALL early-bird participants receive a

Free Science in the South T-shirt

with registration!

All registrants receive a free 1-year ISTA membership or membership renewal.

Let's Continue Our Work To 

EDUCATE STUDENTS INTO THE FUTURE

CLICK the "REGISTER" button to the left to begin the process

Click HERE to Submit Your Conference Proposal 

Due by February 16, 2026

Once you have completed the registration form, you will be able to either pay immediately at our secure site with a credit card 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 Payable to: ISTA

Mail Payments to:

Bob Wolffe, ISTA Finance Director

230 East Green Acres Ct.

East Peoria, IL 61611

EXHIBITS

Come talk with many commercial and non-commercial exhibitors.  There displays will be open from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. 

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 I do not wish to allow for above I will notify ISTA via email: finance@ilsciecnce.org

 Cancellations

Cancellations after February 27th will not receive a refund.