More Than 5,000 Will Gather in Galveston to Focus on Revised Science Standards in Texas Classrooms
The Science Teachers Association of Texas will host its 56th Annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST) in Galveston, Texas in November. The conference will bring more than 5,000 attendees for professional development opportunities focused on revised TEKS initiatives. CAST is expected to bring 6.8 million dollars to city of Galveston and is open to all teachers, administrators and others interested in hands-on science education.
Galveston, TX, September 30, 2009 --(PR.com)-- Fair winds blow where the Texas Coast begins November 5th-7th with the annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching on Galveston Island, hosted by the Science Teachers Association of Texas. The 5,000 plus attendee conference will bring teachers, administrators and experts from across the state for three days of professional development. As the largest statewide science conference in the nation, CAST has built its reputation around providing quality continuing education for science teachers.
During the State Board of Education hearings last spring, sweeping changes were made to the science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). CAST will be the first opportunity for thousands of science teachers in Texas to join together and discuss the revisions. Michael Baldwin, CAST Chair, says the goal of this year’s CAST is to evaluate the implications and plan for the future implementation of the science TEKS.
CAST, now in its 56th year, is offering attendees 550 free workshops and multiple ways to enjoy the host city through social events and field trips across the island. CAST is estimated to have an economic impact of 6.8 million dollars on the city of Galveston, according to the Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau.
“I am honored to be leading a team that will be bringing some of the best and up-to-date staff training to the teachers of Texas. Also, the fact that we can help an area that was impacted by a storm like Hurricane Ike is an added benefit. It makes me very proud of our organization and of the science teachers in Texas,” Baldwin said.
The conference is not only contributing to the city as a whole, but will also be directly contributing to Galveston Independent School District. The Science Teachers Association of Texas will be presenting a $10,000 check to GISD for the district’s science programs. The check will be given to Lynne Cleveland, Superintendent of Schools, at 5 pm on Thursday, November 6 at the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
CAST is the largest education conference to take place on Galveston Island this year, and the only conference in the city’s history to use both the Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort, and the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
Registration for the conference is open to teachers and administrators, but others who are interested in hands-on science education are welcome to attend. More information can be found at www.statweb.org.
About The Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)
STAT, founded in 1957, is non-profit organization of elementary, middle and high school teachers, college educators and supervisors of science. As a resource for science education, STAT is dedicated to ensuring that all students are scientifically and technologically literate, responsible and productive citizens. STAT is a chapter of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and serves as a unified voice and network for science teachers across the state of Texas. The organization keeps members informed about current trends in science education, and provides opportunities to view the latest in technology, curriculum, materials and services. Today, STAT represents more than 6,000 members.
Contact:
Lauren Swetland, Assistant Executive Director
Science Teachers Association of Texas
STAT@bizaustin.rr.com
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During the State Board of Education hearings last spring, sweeping changes were made to the science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). CAST will be the first opportunity for thousands of science teachers in Texas to join together and discuss the revisions. Michael Baldwin, CAST Chair, says the goal of this year’s CAST is to evaluate the implications and plan for the future implementation of the science TEKS.
CAST, now in its 56th year, is offering attendees 550 free workshops and multiple ways to enjoy the host city through social events and field trips across the island. CAST is estimated to have an economic impact of 6.8 million dollars on the city of Galveston, according to the Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau.
“I am honored to be leading a team that will be bringing some of the best and up-to-date staff training to the teachers of Texas. Also, the fact that we can help an area that was impacted by a storm like Hurricane Ike is an added benefit. It makes me very proud of our organization and of the science teachers in Texas,” Baldwin said.
The conference is not only contributing to the city as a whole, but will also be directly contributing to Galveston Independent School District. The Science Teachers Association of Texas will be presenting a $10,000 check to GISD for the district’s science programs. The check will be given to Lynne Cleveland, Superintendent of Schools, at 5 pm on Thursday, November 6 at the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
CAST is the largest education conference to take place on Galveston Island this year, and the only conference in the city’s history to use both the Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort, and the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
Registration for the conference is open to teachers and administrators, but others who are interested in hands-on science education are welcome to attend. More information can be found at www.statweb.org.
About The Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)
STAT, founded in 1957, is non-profit organization of elementary, middle and high school teachers, college educators and supervisors of science. As a resource for science education, STAT is dedicated to ensuring that all students are scientifically and technologically literate, responsible and productive citizens. STAT is a chapter of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and serves as a unified voice and network for science teachers across the state of Texas. The organization keeps members informed about current trends in science education, and provides opportunities to view the latest in technology, curriculum, materials and services. Today, STAT represents more than 6,000 members.
Contact:
Lauren Swetland, Assistant Executive Director
Science Teachers Association of Texas
STAT@bizaustin.rr.com
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Contact
Science Teachers Association of Texas
Lauren Swetland
(512)491-6685
www.statweb.org
Lauren Swetland
(512)491-6685
www.statweb.org
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