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STAT is dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence in science education and believes in empowering all educators with the tools to guide the next class of discoverers. To advance this commitment, and thanks to the support of valued partners in science education, STAT is proud to provide the following scholarship opportunity for the 2026 Conference for the Advacement of Science Teaching (CAST), November 12–14 in Houston.
The CAST26 "Pay It Forward" Teacher Scholarships, presented by Dr. Kenn Heydrick, a longtime STAT member and former STAT President, are open to all educators with 0–5 years of experience teaching science.
Please take note of the following key details:
Applications will be reviewed and selected by a committee. Selections will be based on financial need, meeting professional goals, and enriching student learning in the classroom. CAST26 registration plus $200 per teacher will be provided to cover travel expenses.
Note: Applications from previous recipients or applications using AI in essay responses will not be accepted.