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CSTA Outdoor & Environmental Literacy Webinar Series
CSTA is thrilled to introduce a new webinar series: Outdoor & Environmental Literacy Learning. The over-arching goals of the webinar series is to: Make the Case for Environmental Literacy, Resolve Perceived Obstacles and Support Teachers as they…
Nominate a Science Educator
CSTA is committed to recognizing and encouraging excellence in science teaching through the presentation of awards to science educators who have made outstanding contributions in science education in the state and who are poised to continue the…
CSTA Approved NEW Position Statement
“Developmental researchers have shown that young children understand a great deal about basic principles of biology and physical causality, about number, narrative, and personal intent, and that these capabilities make it possible to create…
Never Forget, You'll Need It Tomorrow
Brain researchers claim that the average person will forget 70% of what they experience within 24 hours.
Bringing College to High School
One day during our weekly Professional Development, we were discussing how to prepare students for college.
Keeping High Standards Without Standards: An Interview with Ryan Gallagher, Director of Continuous Improvement, High Tech Schools
This article seems more relevant now than when I wrote it a month ago.
Learner-centered Classrooms: Getting Students Involved in Assessment
Do you remember cramming for exams as a student? I rarely took part in cramming sessions but I remember these were the norm amongst my fellow high school and college students.
Phenomena Are Everywhere!
A few weekends ago, I attended the Brunch with the Birds at the Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, located just south of Sacramento.
Region 1 Update (Apr/May 2020)
Lots of events are scheduled to take place in Region 1 as we start to wrap the school year up; however, with the current efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, some events may be cancelled or postponed.
CSTA Region 2 Events for April 2020
With the current efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please direct any questions about the status of the events to the hosts/event contacts.