Leadership Matters Column
A dedicated thought leadership space featured across three NSTA journals to amplify the voices shaping the future of K-12 science education.
Your Leadership Experience Matters
The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) and NSELA invite submissions for the Leadership Matters column, featured across NSTA’s three premier journals: Science & Children, Science Scope, and The Science Teacher.
Science education leadership takes many forms—both formal and informal—and emerges across diverse roles. Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, school or district administrator, professor, researcher, or professional learning facilitator, your leadership experiences matter.
This column highlights voices from across the field who are actively shaping the future of science education for grades PK-12.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome articles (up to 1,500 words) that illustrate how educators lead efforts to improve science teaching and learning at the classroom, school, district, or broader system level.
Submissions should provide insights and strategies that demonstrate leadership in action. We are especially interested in manuscripts aligned with A Framework for K–12 Science Education that showcase inclusive and forward-thinking practices.
Topics May Include (But Are Not Limited To):
- Expanding access to high-quality, inclusive science instruction
- Leading from the classroom, school, district, university, or organization
- Mentoring, coaching, or collaborating with colleagues or preservice teachers
- Improving science programs and instruction
- Designing meaningful and engaging science learning experiences
Call for Reviewers
NSTA is also seeking reviewers with expertise in science education leadership, equity, and systemic change. Reviewers will support the peer-review process and help maintain the quality and relevance of this thought leadership space.
We encourage reviewers who:
- Are experienced in K–12 science education and/or leadership
- Bring diverse perspectives and lived experiences
- Are committed to equitable and inclusive practices in research and publishing
Ready to Contribute?
If you have an idea and would like to discuss it before submitting, please reach out to one of our column editors. We’re happy to support you in developing your manuscript.
Science & Children
Susan Cooper, EdD
Science Scope
Lizette Navarrete-Burks, EdD
The Science Teacher
Shannon Wachowski, MA