Labor board gives green light to HSTA case
The Hawaii Labor Relations Board (HLRB) this week denied the state’s motion to dismiss the HSTA's prohibited practice complaint about the state refusing to bargain with HSTA over rapidly changing coronavirus threats to its members.
HSTA holds virtual listening session to hear charter school concerns
Hawaii State Teachers Association members at public charter schools are encouraged to share their questions and concerns as we continue to advocate for all members during this COVID-19 pandemic.
HSTA pushes HIDOE for COVID-19 guidance, procedures, clarification
This formal written request follows the class grievance that HSTA filed Aug. 17 on behalf of Bargaining Unit 05 employees over violations to the HSTA collective bargaining agreement (contract) and memorandum of understanding (MOU) reached with the state of Hawaii in June.
HIDOE to offer surge testing at Oahu schools this weekend
The Hawaii State Department of Education is hosting surge testing sites at several Oahu schools over the holiday weekend to accommodate HIDOE employees and their families.
State auditor slams HIDOE for lack of transparency on campus COVID-19 cases
“DOE had not been publicizing positive cases until pressed by HSTA. Then, citing privacy laws, DOE only provided information by large complex areas, prompting the teachers’ union to begin identifying specific schools,” the auditor’s report said.
Know Your Rights: COVID-19 and personal protective equipment (PPE)
This guidance is provided as a member resource highlighting the topic of personal protective equipment (PPE) and/or face coverings. This guidance should not be considered exhaustive.
BOE chair expects more flexibility to request telework
“My understanding is, as we move into the next phase of this, after the first four weeks, there will be much more flexibility to request telework from home, but along with that will be some discussion about whether they have that capability to provide the technological support that they need from their homes,” Board of Education Chair Catherine Payne said Thursday night on Insights on PBS Hawaii, during a panel discussion titled “Back to School During COVID-19.”
NEA uses market research firm to survey educators
The survey will begin fielding the week of Sept. 6 and will continue through most of September through postcard alerts, emails, and phone calls.
Stipends available through the Grow Our Own Teachers Initiative
Emergency hires, substitutes, and educational assistants are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity so they can expand their knowledge and gain substantial raises by becoming full-fledged licensed teachers.
HIDOE employees encouraged to get free COVID-19 testing
The department is encouraging everyone to get tested, especially if you don't feel well or have had close contact with someone with COVID-19. You may get tested during work hours with supervisor approval and your proof of registration voucher.