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PSTA 2025 CONFERENCE - October 12-13, 2025

Set sail with us this fall as we chart a course for the 2025 PSTA State Conference, docking October 12–13 at the scenic Erie Bayfront Convention Center! 

2025 PSTA Conference Attendee Registration - Early Bird Registration Ends August 31, 2025

Exhibitor Registration 2025 PSTA Conference

Join us for the 2025 PSTA State Conference as we set sail together toward a brighter future for science education. This year’s theme emphasizes the power of connection, collaboration, and community as we navigate the newly adopted STEELs standards.

Record-Breaking Proposal Submissions – Thank You!

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted session proposals—this year was a record-breaker! If you submitted a proposal, please check your email for acceptance notifications.

Accepted presenters must confirm by September 5th.
(Don’t let that deadline sneak past like a neutrino!)

Get ready-to-use resources, discover classroom strategies, and connect with fellow science educators from across Pennsylvania. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your journey, this conference will equip you with tools and insights to help you chart your course with confidence.

Mark your calendar and prepare to embark on this professional learning voyage.

  • Be sure to follow our hashtag #PSTAnchoringSTEELS on Social Media!

To BOOK HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS, CLICK HERE   You MUST use this link to secure the discounted room block rate! There are two hotels, Courtyard Erie Bayfront & Sheraton Erie Bayfront, affiliated with the conference center and part of the PSTA room block.


Keynote Speaker Highlights

Sunday, October 12: STEPHEN RITZ
Founder of the Green Bronx Machine, Emmy Award–winning educator, and White House presenter, Stephen has revolutionized classrooms through hydroponics and urban agriculture. His keynote will highlight the power of sustainability, student engagement, and real-world STEM learning.

Monday, October 13: ANDREW KUHN
Host of the ChangeED podcast, Andrew started his career as a middle school educator. To now he uses his own voice to discuss STEM education, PA STEELS Standards, and other important and relative educational topics on the popular ChangeED podcast. Join him for a forward-thinking keynote packed with practical classroom takeaways.

 

Pre-Conference Events

Tickets are just $5 each, available through the PSTA conference registration site. Use this link 2025 PSTA Conference Attendee Registration to purchase tickets for pre-events when you register. If you already registered you can also use this link to purchase just pre-event tickets.

Saturday, October 11

  • Constellation and mythology, Planetarium Yahn Penn State Behrend. Show will be 6:30-7:30 PM. Shuttle service will be provided to the Yahn Planetarium.

Sunday, October 12

  • “STEM is Stern” Sail Ride: Sailboat Experience on the Erie Bay, Sponsored by National Inventors Hall of Fame
    Climb aboard the historic Lettie G. Howard (1893 fishing schooner) for a STEM-focused sailing adventure. Learn the science of sailing and engineering in action!
    Two time slots: 10:30–11:30 AM or 5:30–6:30 PM Once you purchase your ticket, a PSTA board member will reach out to confirm your preferred sail time.
  • Erie Grow Project – Aquaponics INTAG Farm Tour
    Explore the future of sustainable agriculture at the Grow Erie Aquaponics Facility and community greenhouse. Fish and plants living in perfect harmony—sounds like science class goals!
    Tours run 10:00–12:00 PM on Sunday, October 12th Shuttle service will be provided. Once purchased, a PSTA board member will reach out to confirm your tour time.

Monday, October 13 Morning Field Trips – Free on-site experiences – no ticket needed. These two sessions will be first come first served opportunities during the conference!

  • Erie Maritime Museum – Dive into Lake Erie’s rich maritime history and explore resources aligned with STEELS.
  • CLEER: Center for Lake Erie Education and Research– Discover classroom-ready programming in freshwater ecology and environmental science.



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