Arizona Science Teachers Association

“A community of learners - Sharing the joys of teaching and learning - Creating and refining a vision of science education - Helping teachers put this vision into practice with their students”

Conference Info

Program Proposals

Online Registration

ASTA Awards

Exhibitor Info

Hotel Info

Annual Conference

Start making plans now to attend the annual conference of the Arizona Science Teachers Association scheduled for September 25 - 26, 2008. Once again, it will be held at the Mesa Convention Center. The ASTA Conference is an excellent way to meet other science educators, share ideas, and work together in advocating standards-based science teaching and learning for all of Arizona's children. The conference is also an excellent opportunity to explore hundreds of science classroom resources by visiting exhibitors in more than 50 booths.

Early Bird Registration Rates are effective until August 30, 2008.

Conference Registration Prices

2-Day Registration

September 25 - 26 (Thursday & Friday) Sessions 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - includes conference, ASTA membership, Awards Luncheon, box lunch, and exhibits

	Early Bird Registration (Register by 08/30/08)	Pre-Registration (Register by 09/12/08)	On-Site Registration (Meals not included)
New/Renewing Member	$150	$160	$170
Life Member	$130	$140	$150
Full-time Student	$ 75	$ 85	$ 95

1-Day Registration:

September 25 (Thursday Only) Sessions 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - includes conference, ASTA membership, box lunch, and exhibits

September 26 (Friday Only) Sessions 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - includes conference, ASTA membership, Awards Luncheon, and exhibits

	Early Bird Registration (Register by 08/30/08)	Pre-Registration (Register by 09/12/08)	On-Site Registration (Meals not included)
New/Renewing Member	$80	$90	$100
Life Member	$60	$70	$ 80
Full-time Student	$40	$50	$ 60

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Online Registration is Now Available.

To register, select “Online Registration" on the button above.
You will be directed to a page where you must enter your username and password.
For CURRENT ASTA members, you DO NOT need to create a new account. You simply enter your email address as your username and your zip code as your password (or other password that you selected). If you have difficulty gaining access to the system, please select “Forgot Username or Password.” By selecting this, you will receive an email with the information necessary to access your account and complete your registration.

For those who are NEW to ASTA, you will need to create an account. To do this select “Create an Account” and complete the contact information. As soon as you create your account, you will be able to register for the conference. You do this by selecting “Conference Registration” immediately below the ASTA banner.

PLEASE NOTE: By registering for the conference, you will automatically become a member of ASTA. Your membership dues are included in the registration price. All you need to complete is the registration process.

When you have completed all of the information for your registration, please review it for accuracy and select your method of payment - "Credit Card" - "Purchase Order" - "Personal Check".
Then be sure to select “Continue to Payment." If you are paying by "Credit Card," you will see a message that notifies you that you are being re-directed to a secure server to complete the credit card transaction. When you have completed your "Credit Card" transaction, your registration will be complete.
If you are paying by "Purchase Order" or "Personal Check," you will be directed to a page that directs you to print a copy and mail it along with your payment to the ASTA Membership Secretary. Please note - your registration will not be complete until your "Purchase Order" or "Personal Check" are received.

If you have difficulty, please email me at Jackie.Menasco@nau.edu for additional assistance.

Use the button below if you prefer to register by mail.

DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM

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Program Proposals

The Conference Program Committee is seeking program proposals for the upcoming ASTA Conference scheduled for September 25-26, 2008. All proposals must be submitted online. No proposals will be accepted by mail, phone, or fax. Online submission is more efficient and makes it possible for the Conference Program Committee to provide you with timely program information.

All conference participants (including all presenters) must pay registration fees. In previous years, ASTA waived one day’s registration fee for the main presenter of each program session on the day of the presentation. Due to increased facilities, catering, and other associated program costs, the ASTA Executive Board is no longer able to waive registration fees. We understand the concerns associated with this policy and appreciate your flexibility.

We look forward to the sharing of expertise in teaching science with others so that we can all grow in our profession.

If you have questions regarding the conference program, please contact Susan Giesaking by email at Susan_Giesaking@gilbert.k12.az.us or by phone at 480-497-3354 or Xan Simonson by email at nxsimons@mpsaz.org or by phone at (480) 472-5783.

Deadline for submitting program proposals - July 15, 2008

Keynote Speakers

The 2008 conference program will include an exciting slate of keynote speakers. Details about each speaker's topic will be posted at a later date. Be sure to check back often for conference updates. Begin making plans now to attend while there is plenty of time to register to join us for this exciting event.

2008 Keynote Speakers

Peter Smith

Senior Research Scientist, Phoenix Mars Mission

University of Arizona

ASTA Science Teacher Awards

The Science Teacher of the Year Award is given annually by the ASTA to recognize and honor our colleagues who exemplify quality science teaching. The award is presented to one teacher from the elementary level, one from the middle school/junior high level, and one from the high school level at the annual ASTA convention. Nominees must be certified, full-time classroom teachers.

The New Science Teacher of the Year Award is given by the ASTA to recognize and honor a first year science teacher who exemplifies outstanding potential for a life of quality science teaching. This award is given each year and is presented at the annual ASTA convention. Nominees must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this award: (1) completed a first (i.e., rookie) year of teaching; (2) hold a valid Arizona teaching certificate; (3) be a full-time classroom teacher at either the elementary, middle school, or high school level; and (4) be a member of the Arizona Science Teachers Association.

Please email completed nomination forms to Katy Wilkins at katywilkins@yahoo.com . Nominations for both awards are due by August 25, 2008.

If you have questions about the ASTA Teacher of the Year Awards, please contact Katy Wilkins by email at katywilkins@yahoo.com or by phone at (520) 705-8715.

Exhibitor Information

ASTA welcomes interested science education companies/organizations to exhibit at the annual conference. Exhibitor Registration Applications will be available soon. Interested exhibitors should send an email request to Vicki Schroeder at astaexhibit@yahoo.com for the application or by phone at 520-648-3062. Please indicate whether your organization is commercial or nonprofit. Nonprofits must supply their tax ID number.

Any registrations after this date will not be published in the ASTA conference program and will be assessed a late fee. Spaces are limited.

Annual Conference

Online Registration is Now Available.

Program Proposals

ASTA Science Teacher Awards

Exhibitor Information

Conference Hotel Information