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2025 Professional Development Institute

will be held at the Benton Convention Center

Winston-Salem, NC

November 6-7, 2025

Theme:

Science is Phenomenal

Last Year's PDI Sessions (SCHED)

NCSTA gives a special thanks to our 2024 sponsoring vendors.

Donate to the Paul H Taylor Trust Fund

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PDI Keynote Speakers

Dr. Carol O'Donnell

Dr. Carol O'Donnell is the director of the Smithsonian Science Education Center, which is dedicated to transforming K-12 Education through Science in collaboration with communities across the globe.

Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, P.E. is an Engineer, Educator and Entrepreneur based in Raleigh, North Carolina. His technical experience includes 15+ years as a NASA Researcher, Bridge Design Engineer, and Adjunct Professor.