Summer Professional Learning Opportunities with ASTA (5/4/2021) The following ASTA programs support PreK-post-secondary educators in their understanding and implementation of the 2018 AZ Science Standards.      Virtual Academy In June, ASTA will be providing 22 DAYS of virtual professional learning through webinars and workshops focused on the AZ Scie...Read More

PESI Committee Meetings Zoom 5/3/2021 (5/1/2021) Dear PESI Supporters, Below is a Zoom link for committee meetings we have scheduled for Monday, May 3rd at 4:30. We would love for everyone to hop on a committee if you haven’t already.  We are working on 3 major projects outlined in the newsletter and discussed at our last general meeting: par...Read More

The NSELA 2021 Virtual Leadership Summit is ONE MONTH Away! (4/16/2021) Celebrating Diverse Identities in Science In a year of multiple pandemics, NSELA is excited to bring together our membership for a day of diverse, thought-provoking sessions and discourse. This year’s presenters come to us from all walks of science to broaden our horizons around the topic of...Read More

Don’t Forget to Register for NSELA’s FREE Webinar April 22; “Integrating Science and Language for All Students with a Focus on English Learners” (4/16/2021) Join NSELA on Thursday, April 22 at 1:00PM CDT for a FREE webinar for members and non-members.   (The recording will be available for NSELA members only.)  Title: Integrating Science and Language for All Students with a Focus on English Learners Description: In collaboration with the New Y...Read More

April 2021 PESI Newsletter (4/16/2021) Happy Spring to Our Supporters! The April 2021 PESI Newsletter is available online.  Read about PESI’s new board members, PESI Workshops, Earth Day resources and new professional development opportunities, including a few scholarships available to help PESI members attend a professional conferen...Read More

How will you celebrate Earth Day 2021? (4/10/2021) Earth Day 2021 will be celebrated from April 18 – April 22 this year (check individual links for exact dates). Some people are celebrating all month long!  The theme this year is Restore the Earth.  There are many events and activities planned both online and in person.  We hope the following ...Read More

ASTA Opens Nominations for Science Teacher of the Year (4/8/2021) During the ASTA Annual Conference on November 4th & 5th,  2021,   ASTA will recognize outstanding science teachers.  Now is the time to nominate a colleague or yourself for this award.    Read More

Now Accepting Proposals for the ASTA Conference (4/8/2021) Teaching Science in an Evolving Climate ASTA’s Annual Conference You have learned a lot this year.  Share it with others!  Submit a proposal to present live or virtual at the ASTA Annual Conference on November 4th & 5th.  Proposals are currently being accepted.  Click here for mo...Read More

ASTA Offering FREE Webinars in April (4/8/2021) Build scientific understanding with free PBS LearningMedia resources! ASTA is delighted to partner with AZ Public Media on Monday, April 12th. This free webinar will focus on their free science resources that you can use in your classroom. Date/Time:  Monday, April 12th, 4:00 – 5:15 PM Co...Read More

ASU Modeling Instruction in CHEMISTRY II: LIVE ONLINE. June 7th to 25th, 2021 CHM594 (4/7/2021) ASU will offer Modeling Instruction in CHEMISTRY II: LIVE ONLINE (via Zoom) The course is for chemistry teachers in high school and community college. Modeling Instruction in Chemistry II  (CHM 594 iCourse. 3 ASU graduate credits optional):   June 7 to 25, 2021   Zoom meetings: MTWTh 8:30 am ...Read More