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Leeward lawmakers pledge opposition to teacher pay cuts, furloughs

Educators who teach along the Leeward coast of Oahu gathered virtually this week to share their stories and concerns with area lawmakers who said they...
HSTA: Latest school guidance metrics still fall short of federal guidelines

According to Hawaii State Teachers Association analysis of the new metrics, the DOH standards are not well aligned with risk-level metrics issued by...
HSTA seeks presenters for 2021 conference for 'new educators'

HSTA is currently looking for members who can present a virtual workshop on a technique, tool, approach, and/or tips that are successful in your...
HSTA members eligible for Valley of the Temples Community Partnership Program

Valley of the Temples is a full-service cemetery, funeral home, and crematory operator serving the families of Oahu since 1963. HSTA members are...
Sign wave for HSTA’s recommended 2020 general election candidates

Sign-wave for candidates recommended by the Hawaii State Teachers Association! Please join us and show your support while staying safe.
HSTA offers new social justice-oriented PD courses

All three courses are developed in partnership with Leeward Community College and are designed around the standards of professional development.
Free photography workshop for educators, students next month

Teachers and students can take part in free virtual photography workshops at PhotoCon Hawaii in November.
HIDOE memos related to coronavirus (COVID-19)

This page contains updates issued by the Hawaii State Department of Education related to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Volunteer for RBG Hawaii Day of Action

Hawaii residents are invited to participate in the RBG Hawaii Day of Action, a community-led effort of individuals and organizations celebrating...
HIDOE accepting submissions for Innovation Grant 2021

HIDOE and public charter school teachers are encouraged to work collaboratively in teams or individually to design various curriculums to support...
State plans to revise school reopening thresholds, skewing toward more stringent federal guidelines

After the Hawaii State Department of Health’s school reopening metrics came under intense criticism because, among other things, they were as...
HIDOE publishes new online process for telework applications

The memo responds to testimony from HSTA members that prompted the Hawaii State Board of Education to take important action at their Oct. 1 meeting.
Elementary school counselor explores military move in first children’s book

Amy Rivera is proud to check a major item off her bucket list. The Lunalilo Elementary school counselor published her first children’s book,...
Hirono, Booker announce bill to improve K-12 distance, blended learning during COVID-19

U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D, Hawaii), along with her colleague U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D, N.J.) announced their plan Friday to introduce the...
Surrendered: Why progressives are losing the biggest battles in education

In this free presentation, Kevin Kumashiro speaks about his book, "Surrendered," which examines how the country's political left...
Is your school signed up for Kids Voting Hawaii?

Across the state, 42 schools are participating in Kids Voting Hawaii this year, but there's still time to sign up to get students on your...
HSTA Pau Hana Live! with Pomaikai Keawe Lyman

Join us for the second installment of HSTA’s Pau Hana Live!, a series of free virtual events for educators and the community. This week, we...
HIDOE offers free grab-and-go meals Oct. 12 through Dec. 18

Meals will be distributed at 203 public schools and can be picked up at the nearest participating school Monday through Friday, excluding holidays and...
LGBTQ+ Pride resources and interactive virtual classroom

HSTA’s Human and Civil Rights Committee is virtually celebrating the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer,...
Educators welcome at 19th annual Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery

The Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery takes place Saturday, Oct. 24, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Due to the coronavirus pandemic,...

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Elections Committee Meeting (VIRTUAL) (10/24/2020 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
10/24/2020 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Elections Committee Meeting (VIRTUAL)

Elections Committee Meeting (VIRTUAL)
Saturday, October 24, 2020
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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Human and Civil Rights Committee Meeting (10/24/2020 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
10/24/2020 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Human and Civil Rights Committee Meeting

The HSTA Human and Civil Rights Committee will be meeting virtually on a monthly basis over the 2020–21 school year. These meetings will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays....
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Government Relations Committee Virtual Meeting (10/24/2020 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
10/24/2020 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Government Relations Committee Virtual Meeting

October 24, 2020, 9:00am to 4:00pm

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Government Relations Committee Virtual Meeting (10/24/2020 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
10/24/2020 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Government Relations Committee Virtual Meeting

October 24, 2020, 9:00am to 4:00pm

ZOOM
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Maui Chapter Representative Assembly (RA) Meeting (10/27/2020 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM)
10/27/2020 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Maui Chapter Representative Assembly (RA) Meeting

Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Time: 3:30 - 5:30 PM

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