10 candidates take part in NEA Strong Public Schools 2020 Presidential Forum
Ten candidates sat down with NEA President Lily Eskelsen García and answered questions submitted by NEA members, including two teachers from Hawaii.
Saturday, July 6, 2019 / Number of views (2193)
SB 1405 calls for confiscation, increased fines for youth
HSTA has always opposed laws that focus on penalizing our youth for the use and possession of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. We do not want laws like this to contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline.
Friday, June 28, 2019 / Number of views (1531)
Request a visit through the Junior Judges program
Attorneys visit 3rd-, 4th- and 5th-grade classrooms statewide and help students think about the challenges they face each day and how they can make ethical decisions amid peer pressure and other influences.
Friday, June 28, 2019 / Number of views (1380)
Participants get a chance to work alongside conservationists in Hawaii’s most pristine natural areas.
In addition to gaining valuable insight in the conservation field, selected participants will receive a $1,600 monthly living allowance and a $6,095 AmeriCorps education award.
Thursday, June 27, 2019 / Number of views (866)
Ignore any reminders for your June 30 payment deadline
A new law is providing much-needed relief for Hawaii public school teachers and counselors. With Act 116, teachers no longer have to pay a license fee.
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 / Number of views (8479)
The proposal would also guarantee workers' rights to bargain collectively
Unlike private sector workers, public sector employees have no federal law protecting their freedom to join a union and collectively bargain for fair wages, benefits, and improved working conditions.
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 / Number of views (1077)
The Iowa native brings years of experience in organizing, activism to HSTA
The Hawaii State Teachers Association welcomed Justin Jansen Monday as its newest UniServ director. "I’ve been an organizer and activist since my early 20s, and a student of the labor movement."
Monday, June 24, 2019 / Number of views (1627)
Share your priorities ahead of the 2020 presidential primary
The survey is legitimate and your participation is encouraged! Make your voice heard by shedding light on the issues that matter to you.
Thursday, June 13, 2019 / Number of views (1303)
June 10 event on Hawaii Island open to 3rd- through 8th-grade teachers
The seminar will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Imiloa Astronomy Center in Hilo and is open to third- through eighth-grade teachers.
Friday, June 7, 2019 / Number of views (994)
Because summer fun isn’t just for kids
The Hawaii State Teachers Association's Honolulu Chapter is organizing HSTAyCATION, a series of events over summer break that allows members to relax and connect through health and wellness activities.
Thursday, June 6, 2019 / Number of views (1781)