Michigan Science Education Leadership Association (MSELA) is an affiliate of the National Science Education Leadership Association (NSELA). MSELA connects and supports emerging and experienced leaders by providing

• high quality professional development,

• a collegial network, 

• access to research and resources, and 

• a voice for leaders in science education.

Each year, MSELA provides opportunities for science education leaders to gather and learn together. MSELA’s science network, MiSCIPLN (the Michigan Science Professional Learning Network), meets online quarterly throughout the year to support science education leaders. MSELA invites researchers, as well as highlights local leadership experts at each meeting. This year the themes are:

• AI 

• Assessment and Grading

• Data

• Climate 

Each Spring, MSELA also provides a leadership strand at the Michigan Science Teachers’ Association Conference, and it is looking forward to it’s first Fall Leadership Day in 2026. During the school year, MSELA builds out a Web Series that supports local leaders and school districts. This year, the web series focuses on lab safety. Past web series have included:

• Citizen Science

• Michigan Merit Curriculum - High School Graduation Requirements

• Elementary Advocacy Series

In the past, MSELA partnered with CREATE4STEM to advocate for science in elementary classrooms, based on the Brilliance and Strengths Report; and MSELA has advocated for science education funding in the state. 

Much like NSELA, MSELA has a diverse membership consisting of science education consultants, researchers, higher education, state department representation, and department chairs/leaders. As an NSELA Affiliate, MSELA members benefit from NSELA publications, professional learning, and technology support on NSELA’s website utilizing an NSELA/MSELA liaison position on the MSELA Board. NSELA Members are welcome to join MiSCIPLN and the web series each year!