The National Leadership Council is composed of alumni leaders from Society for Science’s science competitions and represents diverse ages, demographic groups, geographic regions, professions and discipline areas.

Society for Science awards $274,000 to 84 teachers across 36 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Mexico to help them mentor and support students who are interested in STEM research. More than 5,000 underserved students have been supported through the Society’s Advocate Program.

In need of some new books to add to your summer reading list? Check out these recommendations from our Society for Science Alumni.