National Science Teaching Association

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), founded in 1944 and headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is an association of science teachers in the United States and is the largest organization of science teachers worldwide. NSTA's current membership of more than 35,000 includes science teachers, science supervisors, administrators, scientists, business and industry representatives, and others involved in and committed to science education. The organization's mission is to "transform science education to benefit all through professional learning, partnerships and advocacy."