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Social and racial justice resources in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

While the coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our normal activities, HSTA’s Human and Civil Rights Committee compiled the following digital...
Submit testimony to BOE to stop budget, position cuts, and private tutoring

We want to inform board members not only about the impacts budget reductions and proposed position cuts will have on our teachers and students, but...
HIDOE details millions in potential cuts for next school year

For the first time Friday, the Hawaii State Department of Education released school-by-school effects of hundreds of millions of dollars worth of...
HSTA conducts English learner survey

Those teachers who have EL responsibilities, such as classroom instruction, EL coordination, and/or support for EL services are strongly encouraged to...
Waialua High holding dangerous assemblies this week

The Hawaii State Teachers Association is appalled that the principal of Waialua High and Intermediate School is holding assemblies with large numbers...
Educators across the state begin receiving vaccine

Teachers across Hawaii began receiving the COVID-19 vaccine over the last week. Members reported an easy process and minor side effects, if any.
Teachers receiving COVID-19 vaccinations in first phase of distribution

Educators will begin to get access to COVID-19 vaccines on a regular basis toward the end of January and early February, state officials said, while...
Update your contact information with HSTA online

If you have not already done so, please create an account on NEA edCommunities and ensure your information, especially your mailing address,...
HIDOE memos related to coronavirus (COVID-19)

This page contains updates issued by the Hawaii State Department of Education related to coronavirus (COVID-19).
HSTA calls on state to improve school COVID-19 models

With the recent spike of COVID-19 cases in Hawaii, the Hawaii State Teachers Association demands that the Hawaii Department of Health and the Hawaii...
NEA calls for immediate removal of President Trump; DeVos’ resignation ‘does nothing’

"To protect our democracy and ensure the safety of our nation, the National Education Association is calling for the immediate removal of Donald...
HSTA celebrates 50th anniversary

The Hawaii State Teachers Association celebrated its golden anniversary this month, 50 years after its formal incorporation on Jan. 1, 1971.
Valley of the Temples helps HSTA members plan final resting place

Valley of the Temples is a full-service cemetery, funeral home, and crematory operator serving the families of Oahu since 1963. HSTA members are...
Take part in your chapter’s virtual legislative reception

Are you concerned about the impact of budget cuts, pay cuts, and furloughs? Let our state legislators know how these types of cuts have, and will...
Governor delays furloughs until ‘at least July 1’

Gov. David Ige announced Tuesday afternoon he will delay furloughs for state employees to July 1. The Hawaii State Department of Education confirmed...
HSTA holds live briefing, Q&A session on furlough threat

On Dec. 28, the Hawaii State Teachers Association held a live briefing to inform members on furlough threats, our response, and other COVID-19-related...
Governor delays furloughs; Jan. 4 teacher workday restored with pay

On Wednesday afternoon, Gov. David Ige announced he will delay furloughs for state employees, prompting the Hawaii State Department of Education to...
Congressional stimulus includes $54+ billion for public schools

To fully understand the impacts this relief bill will have on Hawaii’s schools, we are moving our live stream Q&A session from today to...
Frequently asked questions about the HIDOE’s illegal furloughs

The Hawaii State Teachers Association is pursuing legal action regarding violations of the contract caused by imposed furloughs. Pending further...
HSTA files labor board complaint over illegal furloughs

The Hawaii State Teachers Association Friday filed a prohibited practice complaint with the Hawaii Labor Relations Board, challenging the...