Share a story about a teacher who inspired you
The Hawaii Education Association is asking people educated in Hawaii to fill out a questionnaire detailing how a teacher in their lives inspired them to do greater things.
BOE approves federal funding for summer learning loss programs
The Hawaii Board of Education Thursday approved a plan to spend up to $58 million in federal pandemic aid funds on summer learning loss programs, transportation, food service, and student computer devices for the next two summers.
BOE approves panel to begin superintendent search
The Hawaii Board of Education Thursday voted to approve the creation of a special committee to set a search timeline and process to select a new superintendent for Hawaii public schools.
Governor calls off state furloughs, layoffs after president signs $1.9T COVID-19 bill
Gov. David Ige announced Thursday that state government furloughs and layoffs are no longer necessary now that President Joe Biden has signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, also known as the COVID-19 relief bill.
BOE discussion reveals numerous concerns about increasing student on-campus numbers
A discussion by the Board of Education Thursday about bringing more public school students back to campuses in the fourth quarter showed while most people support the idea, there are numerous concerns about the readiness, the ability, and reality of increasing on-campus learning in the weeks ahead.
BOE committee postpones vote on new contract for Kishimoto
After receiving an overwhelming amount of written and oral testimony critical of the leadership of Hawaii’s controversial state schools superintendent Christina Kishimoto, the Hawaii Board of Education’s Human Resources Committee postponed a vote to consider whether to approve her new contract.
BOE testimony overwhelmingly opposes superintendent’s reappointment
An overwhelming number of people who submitted written testimony to the Hawaii Board of Education as of midday Wednesday asked the BOE not to renew the contract of Schools Superintendent Christina Kishimoto.
HIDOE issues new teacher evaluation (EES) guidance
As a result of the feedback received during Institute workshops from many educators, it was crucial that the EES Joint Committee teacher leaders addressed pressing concerns regarding observations and the use of the newly-implemented AIP to the Hawaii State Department of Education.
HSTA UniServ Director (UD) changes coming March 1
The Hawaii State Teachers Association welcomes two new UniServ Directors to serve our teacher members next month, replacing two long-time advocates who retired after decades of service. In addition, several other UDs are transferring to different geographic areas.
Maui nonprofit seeks teachers to be foster parents
Maui Youth and Family Services is looking for loving families on the island of Maui that can temporarily open their homes to youth 10 to 18 years old who need positive role models with strong parenting and communication skills