HSTA recent news
HIDOE publishes new online process for telework applications
The memo responds to testimony from HSTA members that prompted the Hawaii State Board of Education to take important action at their Oct. 1 meeting.
Elementary school counselor explores military move in first children’s book
Amy Rivera is proud to check a major item off her bucket list. The Lunalilo Elementary school counselor published her first children’s book, “Milly’s PCS Worries,” on Oct. 2.
Hirono, Booker announce bill to improve K-12 distance, blended learning during COVID-19
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D, Hawaii), along with her colleague U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D, N.J.) announced their plan Friday to introduce the Learning Opportunity and Achievement Act (LOAA), which would improve distance and blended learning in our public schools during the coronavirus pandemic.
Surrendered: Why progressives are losing the biggest battles in education
In this free presentation, Kevin Kumashiro speaks about his book, "Surrendered," which examines how the country's political left has not responded effectively in debates about public education.
Is your school signed up for Kids Voting Hawaii?
Across the state, 42 schools are participating in Kids Voting Hawaii this year, but there's still time to sign up to get students on your campus involved in this important civics lesson about voting and participating in government.
HSTA Pau Hana Live! with Pomaikai Keawe Lyman
Join us for the second installment of HSTA’s Pau Hana Live!, a series of free virtual events for educators and the community. This week, we welcome Pōmaikaʻi Keawe Lyman and ʻohana.
HIDOE offers free grab-and-go meals Oct. 12 through Dec. 18
Meals will be distributed at 203 public schools and can be picked up at the nearest participating school Monday through Friday, excluding holidays and designated school breaks. Unlike during the summer, meal distribution will be at lunchtime only.
Educators welcome at 19th annual Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery
The Astronaut Lacy Veach Day of Discovery takes place Saturday, Oct. 24, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the annual event will be held virtually this year with a lineup of keynote speeches and workshops, a scavenger hunt, and the chance to be invited on virtual live field trips in November and December.
HSTA disappointed BOE did not adopt stricter school reopening standards
The Hawaii State Board of Education Thursday took steps to strengthen school reopening standards, but did not require the state Department of Education to match federal metrics, which are much more stringent than the state Department of Health’s (DOH) standards.