2026 MSTA Partnership Program (30 Apr 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Michigan Science Teachers Association has an exciting new opportunity for science museums and other potential partners across the state.

Make a commitment to the future of your museum or organization and join the MSTA Partnership Program! Gain direct access to thousands of Michigan Science educators. Position your museum or organization as a science education destination for school groups from around the state. Establish your staff as experts in the industry. Share your thoughts, successful programs, and innovative experiments in MSTA print and digital communications pieces. Examples of other organizations are zoos, observatories, aquariums, public gardens, etc.

All these opportunities and more are yours as an MSTA Partner for the minimal investment of just $250 per year.

Partnership Program benefits include:

Company logo and link on the MSTA partnership webpage
One banner ad per year in the MSTA Monthly eNewsletter
Two article submissions per year in the MSTA Monthly eNewsletter
One article submission per year in the quarterly MSTA LINKS publication
Regular mentions on MSTA Social Media Channels
Receive regular updates and information about MSTA events and programming

Your annual commitment will see an immediate return on investment with a $50 discount off a non-profit table or booth at the MSTA Annual Conference during your first year as an MSTA Partner!

Michigan science museums and other partners have always had a forum on www.msta-mich.org to share discounts and provide special offers to MSTA members at no cost. That valuable benefit has not changed. However, we invite you to take advantage of this brand-new opportunity to join MSTA as a Partner for customized offerings and additional advantages, including promotional opportunities for your organization in the statewide science community, unprecedented access to educators, and much more. Share our vision for advancing science education in Michigan by joining the MSTA Partnership Program today!

For more information, reach out to us directly by emailing office@msta-mich.org.

Implementing the Hexagonal Thinking Concept Mapping Strategy at Any Grade Level Webinar (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Earn 1 SCHECH credit for joining!

Title:

Implementing the Hexagonal Thinking Concept Mapping Strategy at Any Grade Level

Brief description:

Hexagonal thinking is a flexible, collaborative hands-on concept mapping strategy focused on making connections across vocabulary, concepts, and other subject-specific components that can be utilized in any content area including cross-curricular settings. Ideal for upper elementary through secondary and beyond, participants will experience the strategy as a student and provided with a template and tips straight from the classroom. Attendees learn the process of implementation for a variety of settings (traditional and digital) and materials. Examples of student work will also be shown.

Learning Outcomes:

Discuss best practices for the Hexagonal Thinking strategy in science and cross-curricular contexts.
Experience the strategy from a student POV in a traditional and digital format.
Observe and discuss student work samples.

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Simone Nance is an Assistant Professor of Teacher Education at the University of Southern Indiana and the Director of the Masters in Education program. She spent the majority of her 15 years in the classroom in 5th grade math and science.

Michigan Science Teachers Association upcoming events

2026 MSTA Partnership Program (30 Apr 2026)

Implementing the Hexagonal Thinking Concept Mapping Strategy at Any Grade Level Webinar (19 Aug 2026)