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EASTERN SECTION
SCIENCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK STATE

Science Educators to Converge at Siena University for 42nd Annual STANYS Eastern Section Conference

The Eastern Section's premier event brings together K-12 educators, local experts, and scientific organizations to advance science education across the region. The conference is designed to empower teachers with innovative tools and pedagogical strategies.


Registration will open:

February 2, 2026



March 6, 2026
4:00 - 9:00 PM



SIENA University

Eastern STANYS is excited to partner once again with Siena University, bringing the Eastern Conference back to its beautiful campus. This collaboration promises an enriching experience in a bucolic setting for all attendees. The return to Siena University highlights the strong relationship and shared commitment to advancing science education in the region.


EXHIBITORS

Become an exhibitor today to reach the amazing K-12 science teachers of the Capital Region. As an exhibitor, you have a table in the exhibitor room prior to the conference sessions and dinner. To be an exhibitor is free, we only ask that you provide your organization logo for use in our materials and a door prize to award conference attendees at dinner. 

Become an Exhibitor

CONFERENCE EXHIBITORS

KEYNOTE

The highlight of the evening will be a keynote address by Dr. Curt Stager, a renowned scientist, educator, and author. Dr. Stager holds the Draper-Lussi Endowed Chair in Paleoecology and Lake Ecology at Paul Smith’s College. In 2013, he was named New York State Science Professor of the Year by the Carnegie-Case Foundation.

A prolific researcher and communicator, Dr. Stager’s work on climate change and environmental history has been featured in Science, National Geographic, and The New York Times. He is the author of several award-winning books, including his most recent work, "The First Adirondackers: 12,000 Years of Human Presence in the Adirondack Uplands."

ALL SESSIONS ARE NYSSLS ALIGNED

Attend two 45-minute sessions from a variety of disciplines and the keynote to earn 5 CTLE credits.

PRESENTERS

We seek passionate educators like you to share your lessons, innovative ideas, experiences, activities, or opportunities with science teachers from around the capital region. By presenting a session or two, you continue to build the network of dedicated educators working together to advance our practices.

Presenter Proposal

QUESTIONS OR NEED MORE INFORMATION

Click below to contact Leigh Feguer, Events Chair

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DINNER

Network with local science teachers while enjoying a meal prepared by AVI Fresh at Siena. 

SPONSORS

Generous donations from local businesses and community partners  allow us to expand our reach and bring you events like the Eastern Conference to improve science education in the region. 

For information on how to become a sponsor please contact us.

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CONFERENCE SPONSORS

T-SHIRTS

Show your support for our section by purchasing an Eastern Section Conference T-shirt today! We have men's crew neck and women's scoop neck with the STEAMpunk conference logo on a heathered neptune blue shirt.



The Eastern Section is a regional chapter of the Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS).
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