Recently, I was searching NSTA’s archives for membership quotes.  Resources was a prominent theme; “thanks for the resources”, “I didn’t know you had such great resources”, and “where can I find resources”.  It reminded me how valuable both resources and our peers are in the learning process.
One tremendous resource NSTA provides is the National Congress on Science Education.  Comprised of one voting delegate from each of NSTA’s Chapters and Associated Groups, this national conversation on science education provides an opportunity for chapters and associated groups, the NSTA Council, the NSTA Board of Directors, and NSTA staff to collaboratively address issues and work toward strategies that will support our mission, “to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all.”  Participants are also afforded with an opportunity to network with their peers, attend leadership seminars, and attend “issue forums” which result in the drafting of resolutions about key science education issues.
NSTA knows that budgets are tight and we also know the value of learning and collaborating with your peers. That is why we have waived the registration fee.  This event is organized by science leaders for science leaders.  I urge every Chapter and Associated Group to participate.  For more information, please click here.
The success of this blog is dependent on your participation!  And remember, I’m only a few keystrokes away at aodonnell@nsta.org.