NCSE Executive Director Amanda L. Townley.
Writing in Education Week (September 8, 2025), NCSE Executive Director Amanda L. Townley observes, "Long before the federal government intruded on the already wavering trust in science, the field of K-12 science education was in trouble. Proper teacher training, the deprofessionalization of educators, and a lack of support for implementation have been hollowing out the discipline for years. There is a way forward, but it will depend on rebuilding relationships with the public."
Townley concludes, "Looking ahead, we must rely on what we have learned to revitalize science education and rebuild the public trust in science. ... All of us who value science need bridges that foster dialogue, trust, and mutual understanding while upholding the importance of the field. Ultimately, failure to rebuild our nation’s scientific foundations, feed the future through accurate and robust science education, and foster critical thinking is a threat to our society and our species."
