Science Teachers' Association of WA - STAWA

Science Teachers' Association of WA - STAWA STAWA is an independent association promoting science and science teaching in WA.

STAWA provides things such as:
•Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) affiliation
•Discount on STAWA materials
•Professional Development opportunities
•Four issues of the STAWA newsletter
•Four issues of the STAWA journal (SCIOS) & STAWA Newsletter
•National Science Week
•Science Talent Search
•Student Activities
•PRISSEM
•CONSTAWA
•A united professional voice

13/06/2026

📣 Calling all early career and pre-service teachers!

Still building your STEM teaching toolkit? Looking for practical ideas, quality resources and connections with like-minded educators?

We've got you covered 👀

🚀 The Early Career and Pre-Service Teachers STEM Conference is designed specifically for teachers at the beginning of their journey and is packed with inspiration, practical strategies and opportunities to connect with experienced educators.

✨ Why attend?
📍Build confidence across STEM disciplines
📍Access classroom-ready teaching resources
📍Connect with a supportive professional network
📍Learn from experienced educators and STEM professionals
📍Walk away with ideas you can use straight away
Whether you're preparing for your first placement, navigating your first few years in the classroom, or simply looking to grow your confidence in STEM, this conference is for you.

⏳ Places are filling fast, with limited spots remaining.

🔗 Register now via the link below!
https://www.stawa.net/conferences/early-careers-preservice-teachers-stem-conference/

12/06/2026

We see you out there 🙈


🔬 Calling all Primary Science Teachers (PP–Year 6)!Join STAWA’s Primary Science Committee for a full-day professional le...
11/06/2026

🔬 Calling all Primary Science Teachers (PP–Year 6)!

Join STAWA’s Primary Science Committee for a full-day professional learning workshop focused on developing Science Inquiry Skills through Fair Test Investigations.

This practical workshop will explore:
• Backward planning for science investigations
• Testable questions and predictions
• Fair testing strategies
• Data collection and organisation
• Tables and graph selection
• Simple data analysis techniques

Teachers will develop their own understanding of Science Inquiry and gain practical, classroom-ready strategies to build student confidence through the primary years.

📅 Wednesday July 15
⏰ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (morning tea and lunch included)
📍 STAWA Office, Unit 1/7 Gympie Way, Willetton

🎟️ STAWA Members: $100
🎟️ Non-Members: $200

Places are limited, so secure your spot today.
https://www.stawa.net/_events.registration/step1/eventid/40131

Calling all Preservice & Early Career Teachers 👩‍🔬👨‍🏫Join us for a FREE STEM conference designed just for you!📅 Tuesday ...
11/06/2026

Calling all Preservice & Early Career Teachers 👩‍🔬👨‍🏫

Join us for a FREE STEM conference designed just for you!

📅 Tuesday 21 July
📍 Scitech
⏰ 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

✨ Hands-on STEM workshops
✨ Primary, secondary + subject-specific sessions
✨ Engagement, moderation + differentiation strategies
✨ Indigenous perspectives in STEM
✨ Mentor teachers + networking
✨ Access to resources, programs, and classroom ideas
✨ Prizes and giveaways

Start the day with a keynote and panel discussion where you can ask questions, connect with experienced teachers, and get support for your teaching journey.

Places are limited — register now!

04/06/2026

POV: You're a psychology teacher and you've just heard registrations are open for the 2026 Psychology Teachers Convention 🏃‍♀️💨

Join us on 4 September at UWA EZone for a day of practical workshops, curriculum-focused learning, networking, and classroom-ready resources.

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🧠2026 Psychology Teachers ConferenceJoin psychology educators from across Western Australia for a full day of practical,...
04/06/2026

🧠2026 Psychology Teachers Conference

Join psychology educators from across Western Australia for a full day of practical, curriculum-aligned professional learning designed specifically for secondary psychology teachers.

📅 Friday 4 September 2026
📍 UWA EZone, University of Western Australia
⏰ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

Connect with colleagues, explore current teaching and assessment practices, and gain fresh ideas, resources, and strategies you can take straight back to your classroom.

Whether you're looking to strengthen student engagement, refine assessment approaches, or stay up to date with curriculum developments, this conference offers valuable professional learning in a supportive and collaborative environment.

✅ Practical workshops
✅ Curriculum-focused sessions
✅ Networking opportunities
✅ Classroom-ready resources

Places are limited. Register now and join fellow psychology teachers for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

Register now: https://www.stawa.net/conferences/psychology-teachers-convention/

🚨 Introducing STAWA Spotlight 🚨We’re excited to launch the very first edition of STAWA Spotlight — a brand new digital n...
22/05/2026

🚨 Introducing STAWA Spotlight 🚨

We’re excited to launch the very first edition of STAWA Spotlight — a brand new digital newsletter bringing together the latest in science education from across Western Australia 🔬✨

Inside this edition you’ll find:
🧪 STAWA updates
📚 What's going on at STAWA
🌏 External events and science news

Whether you’re looking to stay informed, discover new opportunities, or connect with the wider science education community, STAWA Spotlight has something for everyone.

📖 Read the full edition online for FREE

🔗 Link in below:
https://issuu.com/stawa1/docs/stawa_spotlight_-_may_2026_

📢 Share with your colleagues, fellow educators and science friends!

22/05/2026

⚡🐱 The cat memes have officially returned…

If you’ve ever found yourself praying the bulb lights up before the students notice it’s not working… this workshop is for you 👀⚡

Join STAWA’s Teaching Electricity in Year 6 workshop and power up your confidence with practical strategies, hands-on ideas, and ready-to-use classroom resources. 🧪🔌

⚡ Practical classroom activities�⚡ Ready-to-use teaching resources�⚡ Support for teaching Year 6 electricity with confidence

Register now — details and link below 👇
https://www.stawa.net/_events.registration/step1/eventid/39619

🚨 Our latest issue of SCIOS Secondary has officially dropped! 🚨This edition is packed with practical classroom ideas, as...
22/05/2026

🚨 Our latest issue of SCIOS Secondary has officially dropped! 🚨

This edition is packed with practical classroom ideas, assessment design insights, inspiring STEM education stories, and hands-on science investigations — including:
🔬 Effective extended answer question design
🪐 A Year 7 micrometeorite treasure hunt
📸 Exclusive ConSTAWA 43 highlights

Swipe through for an exclusive sneak peek 👀

Want full access to SCIOS Secondary and more member-exclusive resources, events, and professional learning opportunities?

Become a STAWA member today via the link below ⬇️
https://www.stawa.net/membership/join-now/

21/05/2026

“I’m sure quantum concepts can’t be THAT hard to teach…”
15 minutes later: 😵‍💫

Luckily, STAWA’s Quantum Connect: Quantum Basics for Teachers workshop is here to make quantum concepts practical, engaging, and classroom-ready 🔬✨

Join science and STEM teachers from across WA as we explore:
⚛️ Key quantum concepts
🎲 Interactive activities and quantum-themed board games
📚 Newly developed classroom resources

PLUS all participants will receive:
🪐 An interactive quantum poster
🎮 A quantum-themed classroom board game

Featuring guest speakers:
✨ Donna Buckley
✨ Professor Jingo Wang
✨ Dr Jessica White

📅 May 27
🕓 4:30pm–6:30pm
📍 Hybrid Event — UWA + Online

Register now via the link below ⬇️
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/quantum-connect-quantum-basics-for-teachers-face-to-face-and-online-tickets-1985425661600?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Perth, WA
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