The Science of Hurricanes, Earth’s Most Powerful Storms,

Hosted by the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), this free web seminar explores the science behind Earth's most powerful storms—hurricanes. Scheduled for May 7, 2026, the session covers the fundamental science of hurricane formation, growth, and lifecycle, while also introducing participants to groundbreaking research that is improving our ability to predict these devastating weather events. This webinar is designed to be accessible and informative for educators across all levels, from elementary through to postsecondary and informal education settings. Whether you teach primary-age students learning about weather patterns for the first time or secondary students studying atmospheric science in depth, the session provides content that can be adapted and applied across the curriculum. NSTA's web seminar series is one of the association's signature professional learning offerings, providing science educators with free, expert-led sessions on timely topics that connect to classroom instruction. This particular session on hurricane science is especially relevant given the increasing public interest in extreme weather events and climate science, making it a valuable resource for teachers seeking to bring current, real-world science into their classrooms.