Better support and incentives would help fill immersion vacancies
Being a Hawaiian immersion teacher is "more than just a job, it is a mission," say those devoted to the field, which requires huge amounts of extra work creating and implementing curricula in the Hawaiian language that's not readily available.
Thursday, October 31, 2019 / Number of views (5188)
Sixteen educators from across the state were honored last week by the governor and superintendent
The Complex Area Teachers of the Year represent the best of the profession. Read more about them and hear from them in a brief video.
Tuesday, October 29, 2019 / Number of views (1054)
Educators, students, families, and community partners gather for inaugural event
The inaugural event took place Oct. 26 at Kulana Oiwi, and featured community organizations, student presentations, interactive keiki activities, and keynote speaker Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu, a cultural practitioner and community leader.
Monday, October 28, 2019 / Number of views (314)
Top teachers from each complex area lauded at Washington Place ceremony
Cecilia Chung, a sixth-grade teacher at Kaimiloa Elementary in Ewa Beach, was honored Friday as the 2020 Hawaii State Teacher of the Year.
Friday, October 25, 2019 / Number of views (2144)
HSTA SpEd leaders say collaboration time and relevant PD are also needed
The National Council on Teacher Quality reports at least 35 of the major school districts across the country already offer SpEd teachers a financial bonus of some kind, ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 a year. Hawaii offers no pay differential for SpEd teachers.
Tuesday, October 22, 2019 / Number of views (1996)