HSTA’s new Instruction and Professional Development (IPD) specialist to expand union’s PD program
“I was hired by HSTA to rebuild our Professional Development program. We currently have three PD courses that are starting in the month of June.”
HSTA raises concerns about HIDOE school reopening guidelines
"This week, the Department of Education released the ‘Guidance for Reopening Schools.’ HSTA was not consulted and did not agree to these policies, even though teachers will be the ones most likely being forced to implement these policies,” HSTA President Corey Rosenlee said. “We have many questions and concerns.”
HSTA supports Maui News employees who haven’t received a raise in at least a decade
The Maui News employees at the newspaper are in the middle of difficult contract negotiations with Ogden Newspapers. The Wheeling, West Virginia-based corporate owner has not agreed to raise the salaries of Maui News for workers in more than a decade.
HSTA asks for detailed answers about school reopening
Since late April, the Hawaii State Teachers Association has repeatedly asked the Hawaii State Department of Education what model(s) will be used to reopen public schools in school year 2020–21.
ARCHIVE: Frequently asked questions relating to coronavirus (COVID-19) and schools
This post contains FAQs that address outdated scenarios or are no longer relevant.
BOE seeks feedback from the public, educators about reopening schools
The Hawaii Board of Education meets virtually Thursday, June 4, and is seeking feedback about reopening Hawaii’s public schools through Friday.
HSTA’s statement and call to action against systemic racism, oppression, and violence
The deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor reflect just a fraction of unacceptable violations rooted in a deep history of systemic racism, oppression, and violence. We cannot allow this to continue.
VIDEO: HSTA live streams coronavirus briefing on May 29, 2020
With the end of the school year, we have shifted to a greater focus on what the reopening of the school year will look like. We have an even greater sense of urgency because our multi-track schools are scheduled to start their school year the first week of July.
Don’t reply to unsolicited emails offering financial advice for teachers via HIDOE email
If you receive unsolicited emails from financial firms offering advice to educators via your DOE email, don't reply. The HSTA and NEA offer free, vetted advice from local firms that can help you anytime.
Addressing your questions and concerns about coronavirus at school
The Hawaii State Teachers Association is working closely with the Hawaii State Department of Education on this matter and will update members as needed.