Bridging Science, Creativity, and Community: The National Center of High School Biology Teachers' 32nd Conference is Underway!

Join us for the annual flagship event of the high school biology teachers community at the Weizmann Institute of Science. This year, we invite you to a day dedicated to pedagogical innovations, professional inspiration, and communal pride.

The conference will open with a captivating keynote by Prof. Tsachi Pilpel from the Department of Molecular Genetics at the Weizmann Institute of Science, who will present exciting breakthroughs and updates in genetics and epigenetics, specifically tailored to the new high school biology curriculum.

At the heart of the day there are eight remarkable "Teacher-to-Teacher" sessions. This is a unique opportunity to explore creative grassroots initiatives and acquire practical tools for the classroom. Highlights include:

• AI in the Service of Educators: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to save time and streamline content creation.
• Gamification in Biology: Interactive escape rooms, apps, and card games.
• "Concept Cracking" (Pitzuchim): Innovative methods for teaching complex biological concepts.
• Biology in the Headlines: Connecting the curriculum to current events and breaking news.
• Out-of-the-Box Teaching: Experiments and inquiry using accessible materials without the need for complex lab equipment, and more.

In addition to the professional sessions, the conference will feature an exhibition of teaching materials and laboratory equipment, a meeting with the National high school Biology Chief Supervisor, Dr. Irit Sadeh, and award ceremonies honoring outstanding teachers.

We will conclude the day with an extraordinary multidisciplinary experience: a musical-scientific lecture by Dr. Yair Pozniak, titled "When Darwin Meets Lennon".

Location: Weizmann Institute of Science (In-person) Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026