OUR MISSION & GOALS
The Washington Science Teachers Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating and promoting quality science education at all levels of instruction. Our goals include:
1. Promoting professional knowledge and growth.
2. Maintaining an ongoing communication network for science educators.
3. Exploring and supporting curriculum development.
4. Recognizing and rewarding excellence.
5. Creating public awareness of the importance of quality science education.
6. Forming an organized voice on pertinent legislative policies and issues.
NGSS LEARNING POSITION
The WSTA fully supports all efforts to adopt the NGSS & align all curricula and lessons to A Framework for Science Education.
Below is a guide created as a joint effort of California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington Science Teachers Association.
Priority Features of NGSS-Aligned Instructional Materials
Recommendations for Publishers, Reviewers and Educators.
EQUITY STATEMENT
WSTA is committed to equity and our statement will be posted shortly.