Join us for the HASTI Conference
February 15-17, 2025
Noblesville High School, Noblesville, INWest.
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 conference?
- Over 80 presentations and workshops.
- Over 50 commercial and non-profit organizations vendors
- Teacher give-away room for new and beginning teachers
- Free Parking!
- NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING - Both in-person and through Guidebook
Plenary Speakers:
Purdue University Geophysicist
Conference Strands:
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This year's strands include:
A. The Cross Curricular Classroom of the Future The cross curricular classroom of the future is one where students are encouraged to be curious about their world, make connections between their experiences and what they are studying, and use their creativity and critical thinking to solve problems. This strand explores what this looks like specifically in the science classroom. We are looking for teachers who have found real world problems or situations that have hooked their students into engaging, meaningful learning.
B. The Future of Science Teaching Across Indiana, qualified science teachers are becoming an endangered species. In this strand, we will focus on the future of science instruction as we consider all of the ways in which we can support and train educators Topics include classroom management and SEL strategies, pre-service science teacher preparation, technology literacy, collaborating with others through today's technological advances, and ways to become a mentor to the next generation of science instructors. Consider sharing your acquired knowledge and skills in this forward-thinking strand as we reflect on the future of science teaching.
C. The Future of STEM Teaching In our world today, the one thing that is constant is change. It is hard enough to keep up with updates to your computer. How are teachers supposed to keep up with all the technological changes and train students for the technologies and jobs of the future? This strand focuses on all things STEM related, from exposing students to STEM careers, creating PBL units based on STEM, and how STEM can help students learn transferable success skills.
D. The Future of Literacy and Science Teaching The push for literacy and the science of reading has been big news in Indiana, with impacts to many educators and requirements for maintaining their teaching license. In this strand, we look at how reading and literacy intersects with science teaching. We are looking for presenters who have successfully used reading to help their students learn science, or those who have been successful in using science to help motivate their students to become more avid readers.
E. The Future of Sustainability in Science Classrooms As we prepare our students for the world of the future, it is crucial for students to learn about the environment and our impact on it. Conversely, learning about how they can help create a cleaner, greener future can help students appreciate the importance of learning about the science behind it all. This strand will explore connections between the Indiana science standards and learning about the environment, new sustainable technologies, and our students’ abilities to help create positive changes in their school, community, and ------world.
NEW!!!!!!!
Purdue Outreach Program - Science Gaming
This two hour workshop will focus on tabletops game that can be used to teach middle and high school science students various aspects of science and teamwork.
These sessions are being scheduled for Sunday and Monday, both am and pm.
- Participants will have an introductory session (which will be repeated at different times during the conference)
--After the introductory session, participants will have a block of time to try out some of the different games
--Cost to register is $50 per teacher, which is added to their conference registration fee
--The $50, matched by $100 per teacher from Purdue Outreach, will be used to purchase $150 worth of games per teacher
--If the teacher attends the sessions (plus a couple of regular HASTI sessions) Purdue Outreach provides them with the games to take back to their classroom, along with a PGP certificate
--Each workshop is limited to 20 participants at a time, to serve a total of 80 participants throughout the conference
Field Trips
CADAVER LAB EXPERIENCE
February 17, 2025 - 1 - 4:30 pm
This gross anatomy lab experience plans to begin with an introduction to cadaveric gross anatomy and covers the history of cadaveric dissection. The tour will allow you to learn more about how medical schools obtain cadavers and how they are used to educate physicians and other healthcare professionals. Following the introductory talk, you have an opportunity to work through a series of cadaveric activity stations in the gross lab. Each station emphasizes a different part of the human anatomy, including the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system and digestive system. You will then have an opportunity to interact and engage with cadaveric specimens following the guidance and instruction of our medical educators and education graduate students.
Location: IU School of Medicine, 635 Barnhill Drive, MS-5035
Transportation: Self
Parking: Visitor Parking Garage (Lockefield), 951 Wishard Blvd, Indianapolis
Limit: 80 participants
Cost: $15 plus parking
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Girl Scouts
Feb. 15, 2025 - 10:00 - 11:30 am
Virtual motorsport racing simulators that will allow teachers to design aspects of their vehicles (i.e. Tire pressure, steering wheel design, etc) and then test drive them on a virtual track!
Location:
Girl Scouts of Central Indiana
7201 Girl Scout Ln.
Indianapolis, IN 46214
Transportation: Self
Parking: See address above.
Limit: 25 participants
Cost: $10
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Guidebook is back
The HASTI program will be available through an online mobile app - Guidebook. 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 Guidebook there will be NO printed program.
Program Sessions
Coming Soon
HASTI Meals
Included with conference registration is a lunch for both Sunday and Monday. 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. We will do our best about accommodating special meals. Pre-registration guarantees meals for the conference. Onsite registration does not include meals.
FREE Social Events
Sunday Evening -
Bring your Own Board Game night - 7:00 pm - Courtyard at the Marriott
Agenda - Sessions
Saturday
Registration - 11:30 am
Break-out Sessions - 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Sunday
Registration - 8:00 am
Break-out Sessions - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Open - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Lunch and speaker - 11:30 am - 1:00 PM
Association Meetings - 3:15 pm
Monday
Registration
Break-out Sessions 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Open - 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Luncheon and Awards Program - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Closing Festivities - 3:15 pm
Specific Session Schedule - Coming Soon.
READY TO ATTEND?
Pre-registration Fees
Deadline for ONLINE registration - February 7, 2025
HASTI Member*
Full Conference - $99.00
Saturday only - $35.00
Sunday Only - $49.00
Sunday and Monday only - $124.00
Monday or Tuesday only - $94.00
Non-Member
Full Conference - $139.00
Saturday only - $50.00
Sunday or Monday only - $70.00
Pre-service/First Year Teacher
Full Conference - $29.00
Saturday only - $10.00
Sunday Only - $16.00
Sunday or Monday only - $39.00
Retired Teacher
Full Conference - $69.00
Satutday only - $25.00
Sunday or Monday only - $35.00
Non-teaching Guest
Full Conference - $74.00
Saturday Only - $25.00
Sunday or Monday Only - $38.00
* HASTI membership needs to be paid prior to registration.
Onsite Registration - Fees are the same but will NOT include lunch meals.
Refund Policy
Conference registration is non-refundable after February 12, 2024
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 paid 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 2024 HASTI conference is now open. Those receiving scholarships will submit sessions attended and report their learnings. Go to the following link to apply for a scholarship.
https://form.jotform.com/220058178167054
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 and the list of teachers attending the conference can be either mailed or emailed into the Registration Manager. 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 Courtyard at the Marriott and the Renaissance Inn - Mariott in Noblesville at a group rate of $149.00 plus applicable taxes. The room rate includes breakfast at the hotel. Click on the link provided. Please consider making your reservation at the Marriott. Deadline for the group rate is January 15 , 2025 at 5 pm
Note: These hotels are NOT located by each other. Refer to their specific addresses.
Courtyard at the Mariott Information:
Location: 17863 Foundation Dr, Noblesville, IN 46060
Indiana Science Teachers
Start Date: Friday, February 14, 2025
End Date: Monday, February 17, 2025
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
- Courtyard Indianapolis Noblesville for 149.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Book your group rate for Indiana Science Teachers
Residence Inn Indianapolis Information:
Location: 13596 Tegler Drive, Noblesville IN 46040
Indy Association of Science Teachers
Start Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
End Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
- Residence Inn Indianapolis Noblesville for 149.00 USD - 999.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Book your group rate for Indy Association of Science Teachers
If you have any questions or concerns regarding registration, please contact the Registration Manager at RegistrationManager@hasti.org
