Help shape the future of STAV

The Science Teachers Association of Victoria (STAV) is developing its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. Your feedback will help us evaluate the current plan and set future priorities that best serve our members and the Victorian science education community. This survey should take around 5 minutes to complete. All responses will remain confidential. If you choose to provide your contact details for follow-up, your feedback will only be shared internally for the purpose of better understanding your input. Please complete the survey by Friday 15 August 2025.

1. How aware are you of the following STAV initiatives ?
1a. Professional Learning events (e.g., STAVCON, VCE Conferences)
1b. Advocacy and representation with government and education bodies
1c. The Science Talent Search (STS)
1d. Resources and publications (e.g., LabTalk, Let’s Find Out, Trial Exams)
1e. Networking opportunities for science educators
1f. Member services and benefits
2a. Over the past four years, STAV has focused on delivering its 2022–2025 Strategic Plan. (See link below). On a scale of 1 (very unsatisfied) to 5 (very satisfied), how satisfied are you with STAV’s performance delivering on this plan?
Read the 2022–2025 STAV Strategic Plan here
3a. How much impact has STAV had on your professional practice ?
3b. How much impact do you think STAV has had on the science education sector ?
5a. On a scale of 1 (no value) to 5 (excellent value), how would you rate the value you receive from your STAV membership?
5b. On a scale of 1 (not at all connected) to 5 (very connected), how connected do you feel to STAV?
7. Looking ahead to 2026–2030, what do you think are the top 3 emerging needs or priorities STAV should focus on? (Select up to 3)
8. How do you prefer to receive information and updates from STAV? (Select all that apply)
10a. About You: What is your current role/position(s)?
10b. How many years have you or your school been a STAV member?
10c. Have you worked or volunteered for STAV in the past 5 years ?
11. Would you be happy for STAV to contact you to discuss your responses further?
If Yes, please provide preferred contact details
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