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National Center for Science Education@ncse· 25d

For the price of a slice you can also help keep science education rooted in evidence! Treat yourself AND support educators and communities working to ensure science education is grounded in facts, not disinformation. Every gift counts, and we appreciate yours! ncse.ngo/Summer-26-4

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· 29d

Reminder: We're headed to to Columbia, South Carolina next week for Earth Educators' Rendezvous! We're facilitating a Climate in Your Own Backyard and DataWISE workshop. If you'll be there, sign up and jump in! serc.carleton.edu/earth_rendez... #edusky #scisky

The text reads: We'll be at Earth Educators' Rendezvous! Columbia, South Carolina, July 20-23, 2026. Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 to 11:30. Climate Change in Your Own Backyard and DataWISE. Participants will learn and engage with practical strategies and leave with free, classroom-ready resources. Images: Wendy Johnson presenting in front of a group of teachers in a classroom.

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Jul 10

Your Friday ice cream treat: $5. Helping keep science education rooted in evidence: also $5. Every gift counts, and we appreciate yours! Donate $5 to NCSE: ncse.ngo/Summer-26-3 #Nonprofits #SupportScience

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Jul 9

NCSE is headed to Maryland for the National Marine Educators Association 2026 Meeting of the Waters! Will you be there? Jump in and join us at our climate change session on Monday! Conference info: www.marine-ed.org/conference/2... #NMEA2026 #teachclimate #edusky

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Jun 26

What can $5 do? It’s about the price of an iced coffee, and it’s also enough to make a meaningful contribution to evidence-based science education. This Friday, if you’re able, consider a $5 gift to NCSE for sound science education. ncse.ngo/Summer-26-1 #nonprofitsky

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Jun 12

For the price of a gallon of gas, you can ensure that when kids are in a science classroom, they learn accurate science. Your $5 gift helps NCSE support educators, defend evidence-based science, and counter science misinformation in classrooms in communities around the country. ncse.ngo/Summer-26-1

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Jun 9

Reminder for NCSE members! Join us TODAY, Tuesday 6/9 at 3:00 ET for a live webinar with Rebecca Lindsey -- climate science communicator, former Climate.gov program manager, and co-founder of Climate.us. To sign up for a membership: ncse.ngo/member-social #climateaction #climatesky #edusky

National Center for Science Education@ncse· May 29

Will you be at the 2026 Earth Educators' Rendezvous coming up July 20-23 in South Carolina? NCSE staff will be there hosting two sessions. Come join us! Conference details and registration - serc.carleton.edu/earth_rendez... #edusky

The text reads: We'll be at Earth Educators' Rendezvous! Columbia, South Carolina. July 20-23, 2026.

Wednesday, 8:30 to 11:30, Climate in Your Own Backyard.

Thursday, 8:30 to 11:30, Data Wise.

Participants will learn and engage with practical strategies and leave with free, classroom-ready resources.

Photo: NCSE Science Education Specialist Wendy Johnson leads a workshop for teachers in a classroom at a small regional conference.

National Center for Science Education@ncse· May 21

Members: You're invited to join us live on June 9 for a conversation with Rebecca Lindsey, co-founder of Climate.us. Not yet a member? Join our fight for accurate science by signing up! ncse.ngo/member-social Non-members and those unable to attend: A recording will be released following the event.

Flyer for the event. The text reads: The federal government prevented access to climate data. Rebecca Lindsey is fighting back. NCSE members! Join us live over Zoom for a conversation with Rebecca Lindsey, co-founder of Climate.us. June 9 at 3:00 ET, 12:00 PT. A recording will be released to the public following the event.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· May 8

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re recognizing the incredible work teachers do every day and sharing the resources NCSE offers to support them in and beyond the classroom. Check them out here! https://ncse.ngo/supporting-teachers #edusky #iteachbio

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

NEW!!! Signed into law on April 22, 2026, Virginia's Board of Education is now required to provide instructional materials on climate change and environmental literacy. ncse.ngo/climate-chan...

The text reads: Signed into law on April 22, 2026, Virginia's Board of Education is now required to provide instructional materials on climate change and environmental literacy.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Oregon's State Board of Education is required to include in its academic content standards instruction on the causes and effects of climate change and mitigation strategies. ⬇️

The text reads: Oregon's State Board of Education is required to include in its academic content standards instruction on the causes and effects of climate change and mitigation strategies.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

In New York, climate change will soon be required learning for all students by the end of elementary school, middle school, and high school. ⬇️

The text reads: In New York, climate change will soon be required learning for all students by the end of elementary school, middle school, and high school.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Climate change is required learning for Minnesota high school students. ⬇️

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Washington's ClimeTime aims to bring climate education to every K-12 classroom and provides funding for professional development in climate science for teachers. ⬇️

The text reads: Washington's ClimeTime aims to bring climate education to every K-12 classroom and provides funding for professional development in climate science for teachers.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Maryland's Green School Act has a goal of increasing the number of green-certified schools in the state to 50%. It also provides funding for teacher trainings and hands-on learning in environmental sustainability for students. ⬇️

The text reads: Maryland's Green School Act has a goal of increasing the number of green-certified schools in the state to 50%. It also provides funding for teacher trainings and hands-on learning in environmental sustainability for students.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

In Illinois, climate change instruction will be required in all public schools beginning next school year, 2026-27. ⬇️

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Maine's Green School Network is a new student-led initiative that will help build resources for statewide climate education and climate justice. Following Colorado's example, Maine recently adopted its own Seal of Climate Literacy. ⬇️

The text reads: Maine's Green School Network is a new student-led initiative that will help build resources for statewide climate education and climate justice. Following Colorado's example, Maine recently adopted its own Seal of Climate Literacy.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Colorado's Seal of Climate Literacy honors students who demonstrate a mastery of climate literacy and a commitment to addressing the impacts of climate change in their communities. ⬇️

The text reads: Colorado's Seal of Climate Literacy honors students who demonstrate a mastery of climate literacy and a commitment to addressing the impacts of climate change in their communities.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

In California, a course of study that emphasizes the causes and effects of climate change and mitigation strategies is required from first through twelfth grade. ⬇️

The text reads: In California, a course of study that emphasizes the causes and effects of climate change and mitigation strategies is required from first through twelfth grade.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

In Connecticut, climate change is required learning in all science classes. ⬇️

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 28

Students want climate education, and it’s been moving right along on the state level. We’ve seen quite a bit of progress over the past few years! In New Jersey, climate change is required to be taught across all subjects K-12. #EarthMonth #EduSky #envsci ⬇️

The text reads: In New Jersey, climate change is required to be taught across all subjects K-12.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 27

We're pleased to welcome four new board members: Quentin Ladson, Carin Bondar, Lee Ferguson, and Gale M. Sinatra!

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Apr 3

Registration is now open for NMEA's 2026 Meeting of the Waters conference taking place in Cambridge, Maryland July 12-16! NCSE is a proud affiliate. More info and to register - www.marine-ed.org/conference/2... #edusky #marinescience

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Mar 20

Happy First Day of Spring! The MVP of spring is photosynthesis! Plants are tiny solar-powered factories that use chlorophyll to trap sunlight, convert carbon dioxide from the air, and water from the soil to create their own food & release oxygen for us to breathe!Thank a plant today! 🌱

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Mar 9

Arizona science teachers -- We have a professional learning workshop coming up for you in Tempe! Join us on Friday, April 3 at Arizona State University for a free, full-day workshop on teaching evolution. Full details and to register - tinyurl.com/NCSETempe #iteachbio #edusky #scisky

The text reads: We're headed to Tempe, Arizona! Free science teacher workshop on April 3. Using Evidence to Overcome Misconceptions about Evolution.

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The text reads: Participants will...
• Learn about NCSE's no-conflict approach for addressing misconceptions about evolution.
• Identify key features of phenomenon-based storylines to support student-driven three-dimensional learning
• Experience NCSE’s Story Short format: flexible mini-storylines that can be completed in as few as five hours of class time for addressing HS.L4U1.27 and HS.L4U1.28

The text reads: Full day on Friday, April 3. Arizona State University, Center for Evolution and Medicine.

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Feb 23

Reminder: Friday, February 27 is the application deadline for My COAST coming up in Galveston, TX! This unique hands-on PD is primarily focused around the Texas Gulf Coast but is open to all teachers who may benefit. Learn more and apply: forms.gle/2ScAWPWyPyQE... #edusky #iteachbio #scienceteachers

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National Center for Science Education@ncse· Feb 21

We’re excited to partner with NMEA for the 2026 Meeting of the Waters! NMEA’s national conference brings together educators, researchers, and practitioners for professional learning, collaboration, and connection around marine and aquatic education. Learn more: marine-ed.org/2026 #EduSky #SciSky

The text reads: We're an affiliate organization. Meeting of the Waters. July 12-16, 2026. Cambridge, MD.

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Feb 12

This Darwin Day, NCSE is evolving. We’re thrilled to announce our reimagined membership program, where you can help us to create sustainable, long-term impact in science education! Check out our membership here: https://ncse.ngo/membership

National Center for Science Education@ncse· Feb 6

Binghamton, NY! Don’t miss an opportunity to see NCSE’s Executive Director, Amanda Townley, speak about why we’re still litigating the Scopes Trial all these years later! Open to the community: Monday, Feb 9 at 4:15 pm in the Binghamton University Science Library, 212.