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Arizona Science Teachers Association (ASTA)

ASTA

Inspiring, engaging, and supporting PreK through post-secondary teachers in preparing STEM learners for success.

ASTA offers a variety of Professional Development opportunities for educators to deepen their understanding of the AZ Science Standards and the shifts in instruction that are required for the implementation of the standards.

Upcoming PD Events & Webinars

August 25, 2026

Beyond Google: Finding High-Quality 3-Dimensional Science Assessments

Save time by learning where to find vetted assessment resources and how to determine if they’ll work in Arizona. 

September 12, 2026

Educator Meetup: Region I (Yuma & La Paz Counties)

Join fellow science educators from Yuma and La Paz Counties for a casual morning of networking and collaboration.

September 22, 2026

Using the Science Task Prescreen to Evaluate 3-Dimensional Assessment Tasks: Middle School

Finding quality science assessment tasks doesn’t have to be a guessing game.

September 24, 2026 , September 25, 2026...

Becoming an AZ Next Gen Science Teacher: Nogales 2026

ASTA is excited to bring “Next Generation Science Exemplar Program (NGSX) to Arizona.

October 1, 2026 , October 2, 2026...

Becoming an AZ Next Gen Science Teacher: Phoenix 2026

ASTA is excited to bring “Next Generation Science Exemplar Program (NGSX) to Arizona.

October 27, 2026

Using the Science Task Prescreen to Evaluate 3-Dimensional Assessment Tasks: High School

Finding quality science assessment tasks doesn’t have to be a guessing game.

November 10, 2026

Using the Science Task Prescreen to Evaluate 3-Dimensional Assessment Tasks: Elementary School

Finding quality science assessment tasks doesn’t have to be a guessing game.

December 3, 2026 , December 4, 2026

ASTA 2026 Annual Conference Standing on the Shoulders of Evidence

The 2026 Arizona Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, Standing on the Shoulders of Evidence.

STEM in Arizona Calendar

Check out upcoming PD opportunities from AATM, ASTA, AzTEA and other national and state organizations.

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