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Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary teacher holds blood drive in son’s memory

Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary fourth-grade teacher Jan Inn turned a personal tragedy into a mission to help others.
Social Justice Summit encourages teachers to educate and empower

HSTA's Human and Civil Rights Committee is hosting a Social Justice Summit to empower educators to address issues of LGBTQ, homelessness, abuse...
First-year Waialae Elementary PCS robotics team reaches state finals

This weekend, the Waialae Elementary Public Charter School’s robotics team reached a milestone they never expected to accomplish.
Senate approves bill to raise general excise tax for Hawaii's public schools

A school funding proposal, Senate Bill 1474, was approved overwhelmingly by the full Senate on Tuesday, March 5, and now crosses over into the House...
Are you starting a family? Attend HSTA's Baby Shower

HSTA is throwing you a baby shower! It's a one-stop shop to address questions regarding leave, benefits and finances that come with a new addition...
Roosevelt High music director leads students to Carnegie Hall

Members of the Symphonic Band are heading to New York City for the 2019 New York Wind Band Festival. The itinerary includes a performance at...
4th grade teachers: Register now for final free environmental education workshop

Moanalua Gardens Foundation and the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife are holding their last...
Key Senate committee OKs proposal to better fund our public schools

The proposal would provide additional funding, 80 percent to public schools and 20 percent to the University of Hawaii, through a...
Thinking about National Board Certification? Here's what you need to know

National Board Certification was designed to develop, retain and recognize accomplished teachers and generate ongoing improvement in schools...
Election results: Chapter leadership and state delegates

Ballots that were cast for chapter leadership and state delegates on Teacher Institute Day were counted over the weekend, and the results have been...
Teacher Assignment and Transfer Program (TATP) documents and links

The Teacher Assignment and Transfer Program (TATP) for the school year 2019-2020 is effective Feb. 21 through May 3, 2019.
Resources to help you plan for retirement

Are you thinking about your retirement? Do you have questions about how it works and, more importantly, will you have enough money to retire?
Waiakea High School teacher receives 2019 Global Educator Award

The award is given to an educator "devoted to enriching students' knowledge of global issues and inspiring them to reach for international...
US Census Bureau hiring for 2020 Census

The bureau is looking to hire approximately 1,000 people in Hawaii, most whom would serve as census takers with some clerical and supervisory...
Kapolei Middle School teacher named HAMLE Educator of the Year

Shirley Yamauchi teaches seventh-grade English and also serves as president for HSTA's Leeward Chapter. "We have so many talented teachers...
Online tool helps members manage, reduce student loans

The NEA Student Loan Forgiveness Navigator is designed to walk members through a step-by-step process that will help identify federal programs to...
Don't miss February's guaranteed issue open enrollment for long-term benefits

HSTA VEBA Trust cares about your financial wellness, and is offering these valuable benefits at affordable group rates.
Elementary special education teacher brings Cubelets to the classroom

After seeing the Cubelets in action at a technology conference, Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School special education teacher Mary Bonnetty searched for...
Hawaii's Cynthia Tong honored with teaching excellence award in Washington, D.C.

The Ewa Makai Middle School teacher was among five to receive the Horace Mann Award for Teaching Excellence.
Teachers meet with state lawmakers at Capitol for Lobby Day

Members of the Hawaii State Teachers Association's Government Relations Committee gathered at the State Capitol Friday for Lobby Day.

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Planning Your Financial Journey (3/28/2019 3:30 PM)
3/28/2019 3:30 PM

Planning Your Financial Journey

Financial Planning Webinar 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm PLANNING YOUR FINANCIAL JOURNEY This seminar is designed for those just getting started on their financial journey and are...
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Kauai Chapter Representative Assembly Meeting (3/28/2019 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
3/28/2019 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Kauai Chapter Representative Assembly Meeting

Thursday, March 28, 2019
Wilcox Elementary Library
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
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Central Chapter Teacher Excellence Luncheon (3/30/2019)
3/30/2019

Central Chapter Teacher Excellence Luncheon

Hawaii Okinawa Center

94-587 Ukeʻe Street

Waipahu, HI 96797
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Leeward Chapter Executive Board Meeting (4/2/2019 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM)
4/2/2019 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Leeward Chapter Executive Board Meeting

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Kohala Chapter Representative Assembly (RA) (4/2/2019 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM)
4/2/2019 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Kohala Chapter Representative Assembly (RA)

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