Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Encouraging excellence in science education through leadership and service

Vision: To be the leading voice in the advancement of science education in Ontario

Values: Accountability, excellence, inclusiveness, innovation, integrity, respect, responsibility, teamwork

The Science Teachers’ Association of Ontario (L’Association des professeurs de sciences de l’Ontario) was established in 1890. It is registered as an incorporated non-profit organization with the province of Ontario.

The objectives of STAO/APSO are:

1. to stimulate and improve the teaching of science in Ontario,
2. to co-ordinate the activities of its members, and
3. to disseminate information related to science teaching to its members.

To achieve these objectives, the association has four strategic directions:
 

1. to provide professional learning opportunities and resources to educators;
2. to advocate for excellence in the development and implementation of the Ontario curriculum;
3. to recruit and retain a large, diverse membership, and
4. to develop and maintain relationships with partners.