Welcome!
Our mission is to be a voice for quality science education in Idaho, empowering teachers and promoting student achievement.
Our goal as an organization is to provide educators with a forum to discuss science and pedagogy. We are here to serve our members and to help them network with other educators throughout the state.
ISTA's Guiding Principles
- Model excellence;
- Champion science literacy;
- Value scientific excellence;
- Embrace diversity, equity, and respect;
- Enhance teaching and learning through research;
- Collaborate with partners; and
- Exemplify a dynamic professional organization.

Visit my elementary classroom website, specifically fifth 5th grade: www.kidsatwork5th.com