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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

January 15, 2026 , January 16, 2026...

Becoming an AZ Next Gen Science Teacher: Phoenix 2026

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

January 20, 2026

Effectively Engage Students in Developing and Using Models with this 5-Step Routine!

In this interactive one-hour webinar, educators will experience a middle school phenomenon-based lesson.

January 22, 2026 , February 5, 2026...

Disciplinary Core Ideas: Reshaping Teaching and Learning

ASTA Community of Practice Earth Science Cohort

January 29, 2026

Strengthening AzSCI Performance

In this 30-minute power session, school leaders and instructional coaches will gain insight into AzSCI assessment.

February 7, 2026

Annual Stem Unconference: Unlocking Curiosity Through Data and AI

An Unconference by teachers for teachers. An unconference is a participant-driven meeting.

February 17, 2026

From Curiosity to Testable Questions: Supporting the SEP of Asking Questions

Teacher-focused webinar supports classroom implementation of the Science and Engineering Practice.

February 19, 2026

Beyond Multiple Choice: What Makes an Assessment Truly 3D?

30minute power session, school leaders will explore how high-quality performance tasks capture students’ 3D sensemaking.

March 10, 2026

Beyond Multiple Choice: What Makes an Assessment Truly 3D?

Educators will explore how high-quality performance tasks capture students’ three-dimensional sensemaking.

March 19, 2026

Making Informed Choices: High Qualify Instructional Materials for AZ Science

30-minute power session, school administrators and instructional leaders will explore practical strategies.

Upcoming PD Programs

February 28, 2026

Rev Up Your Invention Engines!

Electronics and coding meets cardboard with the NEW Invention Engine product from the makers of Edison robots.

March 6, 2026 , March 7, 2026

FarmBeats for Students Precision Agriculture Trian-the-Trainer Academy

two-day Train-the-Trainer Academy that prepares educators to implement & scale FarmBeats for Students in middle school.

On Demand

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