Superintendent answers questions about possible cuts, HIDOE budget, summer school, and more
The superintendent answered questions that are on many educators' minds, from a potential pay cut and budget issues to how school might look assuming classes reopen in the fall.
Oahu volunteers sought in joint union effort to solve unemployment claims backlog
The HSTA joins HGEA and UHPA in working together to expedite relief for those recently unemployed in our communities. We call on our Oahu-based members who are able to volunteer to help process claims and get unemployment checks out quickly.
Coronavirus salary cuts delayed to June, could be prevented
Gov. David Ige said Friday that his controversial idea of cutting state employees’ pay by 20 percent—including that of educators—might not happen after all, and unions have been told even if salary cuts happen, they’ll start later than originally planned. "It is possible that there would be no salary cuts at all," he said.
Public school classrooms to remain closed through the end of the school year
HSTA President Corey Rosenlee said, “As long as there was ambiguity about when school would open, it made it very difficult for our teachers to plan. Now we know what’s going to happen with the rest of the school year."
Kauai educator to the governor: ‘If we work together, we can find a solution that fits’
Sarah Tochiki, Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School band director, said in a message to Gov. David Ige: "I write this letter to ask for you to fulfill what you said you would do, even with this added pandemic challenge."
HSTA, legislative leaders oppose governor’s plan to cut salaries for public workers
Legislative leaders joined HSTA educators in opposing Gov. David Ige's initial pay cut idea, and he said Wednesday “no decisions have been made yet.“
We need your help to prevent furloughs, hiring freezes, salary changes
COVID-19 is not only impacting our health, it is devastating our economy. Visitor spending makes up the majority of our state’s income. With tourism and non-essential businesses shut down, economists are predicting a massive plunge in tax revenue.
HSTA honors charter school teacher as its educator of the year
She helped create a Twitter teacher group, founded her school's robotics team and innovates inside and outside the classroom.
Pay statements still accessible online from home
Pay statements, frequently asked questions (FAQs), and the ability to change your password are available from devices connected to any network.
How COVID-19 financial relief laws can help Hawaii residents, school districts
Here's a look at how these relief packages can help you in a number of key areas.