FAST Florida Association of Science Teachers The state’s largest non- profit professional organization dedicated to improving science education at all levels.

Membership Science Teachers Science Supervisors Administrators Scientists Representatives of business and industry Others interested in science education

Position Quality science education is important for all students facing a world where everyday decisions depend more and more on a sound knowledge of science. It is our goal to produce a society that understands the technology of its day and can make meaningful decisions as scientifically literate citizens.

REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2009 partner with NSTA Regional Conference November 12 – 14 , 2009 Fort Lauderdale Convention Center Fort Lauderdale, FL Theme: “Dive into the Next Generation of Science”

Annual Conferences Usually held in October Emphasis on excellence, describing outstanding programs, innovative techniques, research findings, new materials and equipment, and providing make and take workshops

AWARDS Recognition of excellence in science teaching Elementary Middle School High School Award of Promise Outstanding Science Educator Presidential Award

Resources Building a Presence NSTA Learning Center Professional Development Online Professional Development Grant

contacts Tom Medcalf President medcalft@palmbeach.k12.fl.us www.fastscience.org Peggy Cook Member at Large cook5712@bellsouth.net