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PLI #2 at Indy26: Making STEM Meaningful: Putting Sensemaking at the Center. NSTA's Professional Learning Team spends the day on phenomenon-driven, three-dimensional teaching, closing with grade-banded strategy building. Wed, Nov 4, 8 AM-3 PM, $150. Register: bit.ly/4jGnOZa #NSTAIndy26 #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

World Space Week is October 4-10, 2026. This year's theme, "Rocket Revolution," celebrates just how fast launch technology is changing. A good week to bring space science into your classroom. #NSTA #WorldSpaceWeek

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Fueling Sensemaking: How Data Ignites Student Use of the Science and Engineering Practices: Tuva and the NSTA Professional Learning Team lead a full day on using data across all eight SEPs, with breakouts for grades 2-5 and 6-12. Wed, Nov 4, 8 AM-3 PM, $150. Register: bit.ly/4j250Ds #NSTAIndy26

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Middle schoolers are deciding if science is "their thing." "From Heartbeat to Hypothesis: Integrating HRV Biofeedback into Middle School Science" shows how AI and biofeedback data can turn that curiosity into engagement. Filter by Grade Levels, or let Atom recommend sessions: bit.ly/3Tvts5H

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Member perk spotlight: NSTA membership includes access to five peer-reviewed journals, one for every grade band, packed with classroom-tested, research-backed strategies. Learn more: www.nsta.org/membership #NSTA #MemberBenefits

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

New case study: "When Hypotheses Are Unsupported" walks students through a mysterious fish population decline, testing hypotheses, then revising them with new data. Built for high school and undergrad classrooms. Get it here: bit.ly/4rJoa3h #NSTA #ScienceEducation

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

New Daily Do: "How can we clean our classroom's air?" Middle schoolers engineer their own air purifiers, track real air quality data, and share findings with stakeholders. Get it here: www.nsta.org/daily-do/cle... #NSTA #DailyDo

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

This week's NSTA web seminars: Building a Strong Application for the Shell Science Teaching Awards (Mon 10/5, 7-8 PM ET) and Designing 3D Assessments with Generative AI, part 1 of 4 (Wed 10/7, 7-8:30 PM ET). Register: nsta.org/webseminars

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

New on the blog: using generative AI as a Socratic thinking partner (not an answer machine) to deepen students' Notice and Wonder questions. Christine Anne Royce, EdD, and Valerie Bennett, PhD, EdD, share a four-stage framework with built-in guardrails for K-12 classrooms. bit.ly/3TnUD2v #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

New on the NSTA blog: a 20-minute Day 1 activity where students grade sample lab reports before writing their own, building better scientific writing habits early. Read: bit.ly/46HQBF5 #NSTA #ScienceEducation

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Elementary educators: catch "Career Integration for Elementary Students: Using AI to Support Instruction" at #NSTAIndy26. Filter by Grade Level: Elementary for more, or let Atom build your schedule. Browse: bit.ly/4xJ6s1c #NSTA #NSTAIndy26

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

New NCSS case study: "The Wandering Itch." Students diagnose a mysterious rash and land on cutaneous larva migrans, a hookworm-related condition on the rise with travel and warming climates. Download: bit.ly/479YAed

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Mars missions. Marine robots. Global challenges. Health disparities. Science is connected to all of them—and students can explore those connections with Johns Hopkins Wavelengths. Learn more: www.nsta.org/jhu-waveleng...

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Behind every great science classroom is a teacher who made it happen. The Shell Awards celebrate exactly that: $10,000 for outstanding teaching, support for urban educators, and up to $330,000 for innovative lab programs. Explore all three: www.nsta.org/shell #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

This week's Daily Do: Grade 4 students investigate how a UUV sent a photo from 800 meters underwater to the surface, then build their own model to explain it. Get the lesson: www.nsta.org/daily-do/UUV #NSTA #DailyDo

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

New from NSTA Press: Navigating an Era of Science Denial Using the 5E Instructional Model by Rodger W. Bybee, creator of the 5E Instructional Model. Get your copy: bit.ly/47aBELX #NSTA #ScienceEducation

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

⏰ Early bird pricing for #NSTAIndy26 in Indianapolis ends Friday, September 25. Register now before rates go up. Register: nsta.org/indy26 #NSTA #NSTAIndy26

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Fall arrives Tuesday, September 22 at 8:05 PM ET, when day and night are roughly equal worldwide. A great teaching moment on Earth's tilt and orbit. #NSTA #EarthScience

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Two web seminars ahead: 2027 NSTA leadership opportunities (9/23) and lab safety for elementary classrooms (9/28). Register: nsta.org/webseminars #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

New NSTA safety blog from Dr. Ken Roy: a practical framework for planning safer outdoor science field experiences, from risk assessments to emergency prep, aligned with OSHA and NSTA safety standards. Read more: bit.ly/4drwAq0

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

🔬 National Forensic Science Week is September 20-26, celebrating the science behind criminal justice. ➡️ Do you teach forensic science topics in your classroom? Tell us in the comments! #NSTA #ForensicScienceWeek

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

🌕 International Observe the Moon Night is Saturday, September 19, a global celebration of lunar science and exploration. 👉 How are you celebrating? Tell us in the comments! #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

⏰ Early Bird pricing for Indy26 ends in eight days! Save up to $25 and join science educators in Indianapolis for: 🎓 Professional Learning Institutes 🎤 Keynotes with Mark Sibla & David Ranalli 🤝 Networking 📚 Hundreds of sessions & workshops Register ➝ www.nsta.org/indy26 #NSTA #NSTAIndy26

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🤖 New from NSTA Kids: The STEM Kids Make a Robot by @drcaberry.bsky.social turns engineering and problem-solving into a story young learners will love. Explore: bit.ly/3PpdCrk #NSTA #STEM

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Let your impact shine ✨ Applications for the 2027 NSTA Awards are now open with $72K+ in cash & prizes across multiple categories. Apply by Dec 19, 2026: bit.ly/3RdcGa1 #NSTA #TeacherAwards

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

New case study from NSTA, "Why Won't It Go Away?", explores acne through the integumentary system, inflammation, treatment, and its psychological impact. Built for upper-level anatomy and physiology courses. Download: bit.ly/4rdIwRQ #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Member perk: NSTA members get unlimited access to Atom, our AI Assistant built for science educators. Explore membership: www.nsta.org/membership-b... #NSTA #MemberBenefits

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Daily Dos-day 🚀 This week's Daily Do: students tackle elevated CO2 as a real challenge of Mars exploration, analyzing data and building an argument for how to monitor astronaut health in space. Get the lesson: www.nsta.org/daily-do/mars #ScienceEducation #Biology

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🌟 This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we're honoring the Hispanic and Latinx scientists, educators, and innovators whose work continues to inspire the next generation of science learners. 👉 Share a scientist or educator who inspires you in the comments! #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Coming up next week: Two web seminars, 2027 NSTA leadership opportunities and lab safety for elementary classrooms. See the lineup: www.nsta.org/webseminars #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Indy26 keynote speaker Mark Sibla, Senior VP of Competition and Operations at INDYCAR, has a personal invitation for science educators headed to Indianapolis this November. Register: www.nsta.org/indy26 #NSTA #NSTAIndy26

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Scientific reasoning alone can't protect students from misinformation. NSTA's latest blog on "science-in-the-wild" makes the case for teaching media literacy alongside it. Read more: bit.ly/4j4DeGh #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Did you know? 👀 NSTA journals offer open-access articles—no membership required. Explore ideas for every grade level. Check out the latest articles: bit.ly/4f7VzjJ #NSTA #STEM #ScienceEducation

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today we remember September 11, 2001, and honor the lives lost. We will never forget. 🇺🇸 #NeverForget #September11

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A new case study from NSTA follows Mr. Carleton's cardiac diagnosis, exploring the nuclear chemistry and radiation safety behind the radioisotope used in his stress test. Download: bit.ly/3TlPzLW #ChemistryTeacher #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The best part of #Indy26? The moments in between ✨ STEM Showcase, Opening + Closing Receptions, The Haven, First-Timers Sessions, and more. Connect, recharge, get inspired. Explore: nsta.org/indy26 #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

NSTA's District Professional Learning Packages bring custom, NGSS-aligned training, curriculum support, and coaching to help science teachers grow and students thrive. Learn more: bit.ly/4gj8Ft8 #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Daily Dos-day 🦟 This week's Daily Do: students examine real evidence to trace the interventions behind two decades of progress against malaria in Macha and Sub-Saharan Africa, exploring drug resistance genetics and the social factors that shaped which solutions worked: www.nsta.org/daily-do/

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Coming up in September: Three web seminars, inquiry-rich text sets, 2027 NSTA leadership opportunities, and lab safety for elementary classrooms. See the lineup: www.nsta.org/webseminars #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸Today we honor the dedication of science educators everywhere who bring learning to life and inspire the next generation. #LaborDay #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

📚 A new school year is here, new lessons, new ideas, new possibilities. Teachers & administrators: what's one thing you're most excited about this year? Tell us below! #ScienceEducation #BackToSchool

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

New Research Worth Reading roundup from NSTA's Research Committee and NARST: making science relevant to every student, teaching digital literacy against misinformation, and rethinking student "resistance" in the classroom. Read more: bit.ly/3UrXtni #NSTA #EducationResearch

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Before you check your lab safety procedures, add one more thing to your list. New on the blog: 5 AI truths every science teacher needs before day one, from Christine Anne Royce and Valerie Bennett. Read: bit.ly/4xpKHEq #ScienceEducation #NS

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Not every back-to-school season feels easy. science teacher editor Brooke A. Whitworth writes candidly about feeling depleted this year, and what's helping her find hope again. Read more: bit.ly/4xowHur #NSTA #TeacherWellness

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Registration is open for the 35th Annual Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision competition! Student teams research a real-world problem and design an innovative tech solution for ten years from now. Open through January 27, 2027. Learn more: bit.ly/3SHEbcO #ExploraVision #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Get a first look at NSTA's newest professional learning topic study! Learning that Lasts is a four-part series built around phenomenon-driven STEM instruction that helps students build durable skills like critical thinking and collaboration. 📅 Sept. 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1 🔗 bit.ly/4xwlFDA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Daily Dos-day 🐋 This week's Daily Do: students explore whale and dolphin communication, then test Morse code over distance to see how sound does, and doesn't, travel underwater. Get the lesson: www.nsta.org/daily-do/com... #ScienceEducation #MarineBiology

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Daily Dos-day ✈️ This week's Daily Do: students compare an F-22 Raptor and a C-5 Galaxy, then design and test their own paper airplanes to explore how structure shapes function. Get the lesson: bit.ly/4gGoFXS #ScienceEducation #Engineering

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Hundreds of Indy26 sessions, one easy way to find yours. Filter the session browser by grade, topic, and strand, or let NSTA's Atom AI Assistant help you choose. Thinking about attending, or already locked in? Start building your lineup. Browse sessions: bit.ly/4x8lNZE #ScienceEducation #NSTA

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NSTA @nstaofficial.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

This fall: 2 NSTA topic studies. - Learning that Lasts (Sept 10-Oct 1) builds durable skills through STEM. - Designing 3D Assessments with AI (Oct 7-28) builds NGSS-aligned assessments with smart AI support. Learning that Lasts: bit.ly/3U9EtcW 3D Assessments: bit.ly/4zsIFVn #NSTA

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