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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! 

Call for Proposals - Deadline July 25, 2025 - Only 9 days left!

Exhibitor Registration 2025 PSTA Conference

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

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.

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 Event – Sunday, October 12 (Space is limited – reserve tickets needed - click here 2025 PSTA Conference Attendee Registration)

  • “STEM is Stern” Sail Ride: Sponsored by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, this unforgettable STEM experience aboard the historic Lettie G. Howard (1893) lets educators explore science from the deck of a working schooner.
  • Grow Erie Aquaculture Tour: sponsored by Intag, tour one of Erie’s newest sustainable facilities and discover how aquaculture connects to food systems, ecosystems, and science literacy. (Shuttle provided.)

Monday Morning Field Trips – October 13, Free on-site experiences – no ticket needed. These two sessions will be a first come first served opportunity 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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