Arizona Science Teachers Association

“Throughout the year the organization has approximately 800 members with equal membership rights.”

“A draft copy of the annual Form 990 is presented to the governing body for their reviewbefore being filed. If the governing body approves the draft then a final version is submitted to the taxing authorities.”

“Every officer or director is required to review the organizations conflict of interest policy and to sign a statement reflecting their understanding and acceptance of the policy. No conflict of interest situations have been received.”

“The organization retains copies of its governing documents along with their financialstatements and tax returns at their office. Copies of the documents are avaiable toanyone requesting to review them. The public copies of the governing documents/taxes/audit are available on the Organizations website at http://www.azsta.org”

“Rounding $5”

“Awards/Sponsorship $ 1,202Furnishings 1,466Miscellaneous 4,236Porgrams Expenses 87,275Refreshments 18,028SWAG 6,533Training 1,605”

“Arizona Science Teachers Association (ASTA) is a state-wide professional organization for teachers of science Pre-K through Post-Secondary. ASTAs mission is to inspire, engage and support science teachers in preparing STEM learners for success.ASTA Board of Directors consists of 12 regional directors and 6 officers that support teachers all across the state, all of whom are volunteers working with a part-time executive director (contracted consultant).ASTA provides professional learning workshops, conferences, summits and an annual symposium around the state for teachers of science. These professional learning opportunities provide teachers updated science content and pedagogical knowledge and skills to increase teacher efficacy and efficiency in their science classroom. Moreover, ASTA is a community of learners that supports teachers in preparing scientifically literate citizens. ASTA provided ambassador led PD workshops throught the state which focused on the AZ Science Standards.”