HSTA recent news
Distribution of HIDOE Form 5 Notification of Personnel Action
While most teachers will not be on campus when the hard copy forms arrive, the emailed PDF copy will help notify teachers of their 2020–21 status in a timely manner.
‘In my classroom, students learn by doing’
“As an eighth-grade social studies teacher teaching U.S. history, I want the learning that goes on in my classroom to revolve around my students’ ability to take knowledge and put it to use.”
What 12-month teachers need to know before returning to work on June 1
Read FAQs and guidance for 12-month educators, including HSTA's strong recommendation that all those interested should immediately fill out a telework application/request.
First-hand account as 50+ educators volunteer to ease unemployment backlog
A heartfelt mahalo to the 56 HSTA members who juggled their professional and personal schedules to volunteer to attack the state’s backlog of unemployment claims because of the pandemic.
HSTA members share uplifting stories during the COVID-19 crisis
How are you and your fellow HSTA members supporting each other and/or your students during this difficult time?
HSTA offices to partially reopen June 1
With the health and well-being of our staff, workplace, and community in mind, we ask our members to observe the limited opening of the offices by refraining from visiting the office at this time.
Addressing questions about reopening of schools and SY 2020–21
With the closing of the 2019–20 school year and announcements of summer programs, we expect to move forward in consultation and bargaining over the reopening of schools.
What members involved in summer learning programs need to know
HSTA does not represent teachers who teach summer school or e-school. We are providing information to help those who are involved in a summer learning program and address questions from our members.
Aiea dance teacher shares ‘what I miss’ about students during COVID-19
“I miss the sounds that ballet shoes make when students brush the vinyl dance floor or the moment they jump into the air, suspend for a moment, only to land quietly. And I miss their heartwarming smiles after performing double pirouettes for the first time.”
At Waianae Intermediate, a collaborative approach focuses on COVID-19 impacts
Teachers in various subject areas are collaborating at Waianae Intermediate School to offer their students an educational experience based on the coronavirus pandemic.