Refer to WHOVA announcements about the PCP certification document and filling out the evaluation for the conference.

Join us for the 50th Annual Conference, Golden Age in Science Education.  February 13 - 15, 2022 at the Marriott East - Indianapolis.West. 

Featuring sessions spanning three days and an Exhibit Hall featuring leaders in the STEM industry, the HASTI conference is the premier professional development in Indiana with networking opportunities for Hoosier science teachers. 

Why attend the HASTI conference?

- Over 100 presentations and workshops.  Schedule posted on Whova.

- Over 30 commercial and non-profit organizations vendors

- Share-a-thon events for grade levels and subject areas

- Teacher give-away room for new and beginning science teachers

- 50th Anniversary celebration and Awards presentations - Sunday evening

- Science Olympics - Monday evening

- Free Parking!

- NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING - Both in-person and through Whova

- Featured Speaker - Barrington Irving, The Flying Classroom

COVID Compliance

As a reminder and as part of our commitment to provide a safe environment at the 2022 Hoosier Association of Science Teachers, Inc. (HASTI) conference, ALL attendees must provide proof of a COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test taken within 72 of the start of the conference if not vaccinated. 
In addition, as voted on by the HASTI board, you will be asked to sign a COVID waiver when picking up credentials at the HASTI registration booth. 

Documentation must be presented when checking into the conference and picking up credentials.  Lack of documentation will result in not being admitted to the conference events.  Documentations can be in the form of paper or photo of the documentation.

According to a HASTI Board motion, all attendees will be required to wear masks within conference facilities in accordance with applicable city and state mandates and rules regarding Covid-19.

When registering for this event, you agree to adhere to all event protocols for health and safety.   Non-adherence will result in the cancellation of your registration fee.

NOTE:  The conference committee will be monitoring the CDC and Indiana Board of Health recommendations or mandates.

WHOVA is back

The HASTI program will be available through an online mobile app - WHOVA.  This format is available to those who register for the conference.  Features include providing evaluations to presentations, PCP credentials, networking with presenters, attendees, and vendors.  With the usage of Whova there will be NO printed program.

HASTI Meals 

Included with conference registration is a lunch for both Monday and Tuesday.  The planning committee recognized that there are special needs for our attendees.  If you require a special lunch that is not listed on the registration form please contact the Registration Manager with your request.  Pre-registration guarantees meals for the conference.  Onsite registration does not include meals.

FREE Social Events

Sunday Evening - HASTI 50th Anniversary Celebration and Awards Presentations 

Monday Evening - HASTI Science Olympics - prizes, food and FUN

Agenda - Sessions

Click HERE to see the agenda.

READY TO ATTEND?

Pre-registration Fees

Deadline for ONLINE registration - February 7, 2022

HASTI Member*

Full Conference - $139.00

Sunday Only - $25.00

Monday or Tuesday only - $79.00

Non-Member

Full Conference - $189.00

Sunday only - $40.00

Monday or Tuesday only - $119.00

Pre-service/First Year Teacher

Full Conference - $49.00

Sunday Only - $10.00

Monday or Tuesday only - $29.00

Retired Teacher

Full Conference - $99.00

Sunday Only - $25.00

Monday or Tuesday only - $69.00

 * HASTI membership needs to be paid prior to registration.

Onsite Registration - Fees are the same but will not include lunch meals.

Can't Come IN-Person!  Need Virtual?

Plans are in the works to create a Virtual Conference.  Look for more information HERE in the near future!

HASTI Refund Policy

Conference registration is non-refundable after February 7, 2022

HASTI Member Discounts

HASTI members are eligible for discounted conference rates. Member dues are $30 for teachers and industry professionals, $15 for college students and retirees.  You must be a current/active member when registering for the conference to receive the member rate. Therefore, if you are a member with a lapsed or overdue membership and wishing to attend the conference at the discounted rate, you will need to renew and pay your membership prior to registration.

College Student and Beginning Teachers Conference Scholarship 

Application for the College Student  and Beginning Teacher Conference Scholarship to attend the 2022 HASTI conference. is now open.  Scholarship applications are now closed.  

Bring Your Administrator Along for Free

If 4 people from one school attend HASTI, your Superintendent or Principal will receive a complimentary registration! Please contact the HASTI registrar Registration Manager@hasti.org to take advantage of this special offer.  

Payment 

Payment is expected once registration is completed online.  Payment completes registration.  Payment is made either through credit card, check or an approved purchase order.

Mail checks to: 

Greg McCurdy

PO Box 383

New Albany, IN  47150-2367

Purchase Orders

Purchase orders will be accepted.  A copy of the signed purchase order including the correct amount approved must be mailed in with the competed pre-registration forms.  Payment is expected prior to the conference.

Mail or email these forms to:

                        Registration Manager, Jane Hunn
                        601 North Wayne Street
                        North Manchester, IN 46962

Email:  Registrationmanager@hasti.org

** If using a purchase order for onsite registration a copy of the completed and signed purchase order must be included at the time of registration. 

Want to stay at the hotel during the conference?

We have secured a block of rooms at the Marriott - Indianapolis East at a group rate of $129 plus applicable taxes.   Click on the link provided:   Book now.    Booking a room at the Marriott helps to keep HASTI costs at a minimum.  Please consider making your reservation at the Marriott.  Deadline for the group rate is January 22, 2022 at 5 pm

If you have any questions or concerns regarding registration, please contact the Registration Manager at RegistrationManager@hasti.org