Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)

It’s the last day to submit your CAST26 session proposal! Inspire Texas science educators and help shape this year’s program this November 12–14 in Houston. Submit by midnight tonight. https://buff.ly/m59TsM2

Thank you to everyone who attended the STAT Summer Workshop at the Science Mill! Your curiosity, collaboration, and passion for hands-on, inquiry-driven science learning made the day truly impactful. Thanks also to aramco and the Science Mill for supporting STAT's mission to build a community dedicated to advancing science teaching and learning.

Time is running out to register for STAT's Summer Workshop at the Science Mill in Johnson City. Join fellow grades 3–8 science educators for a day of hands-on learning, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 9. Learn more + register: https://buff.ly/2os7F14

Missed the CAST26 Teacher Appreciation Pre-Sale? No worries! Early bird registration will be here soon, and now is a great time to start planning. Use the CAST26 Quote Generator to estimate your registration cost, prepare for district approval, and get ready to join your Texas science education community this November 12–14 in Houston. https://buff.ly/iSHYx6C

Time is running out to recharge your teaching this summer at a one-day workshop for grades 3–8 educators, hosted by STAT + the Science Mill in Johnson City. Register now for the STAT Summer Workshop, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 9. Lunch + museum tour included. https://buff.ly/2os7F14

As STAT begins a new operational year, it's time to say thank you to three STAT Executive Board members who have generously shared their time in service to STAT: Past President Christina Hotchkin, secretary Ariana Kay, and board member Nicole Lyssy. Christina will stay busy with STAT for a few more months as the chair of CAST26 this November 12–14 in Houston. Ariana concludes five years of service, and Nicole wraps up her two-year term. Thank you, Christina, Ariana, and Nicole! https://buff.ly/3sm61FR

The 2026–2027 STAT Executive Board takes office today! Thank you to President Dennis Johnson, Past President Cathrine Prenot, President-Elect Elizabeth Bingham, Secretary Cynthia Hopkins, Treasurer Chris Carrell, and board members Gregory Drew, Natasha Garza, Ashley Martell, and Karla Velarde for your service to the science educators of Texas. Elizabeth, Cynthia, Ashley, and Karla are newly elected to their positions; the other members are continuing their terms. https://buff.ly/3sm61FR

One day left to save during the CAST26 Teacher Appreciation Pre-Sale! Register by end of day tomorrow, May 31, to reserve your spot at the lowest rate of the year ($255). Then, get ready to reconnect with your Texas science ed community this November 12–14 in Houston. https://buff.ly/iSHYx6C