ARCHIVE: Frequently asked questions relating to coronavirus (COVID-19) and schools
This post contains FAQs that address outdated scenarios or are no longer relevant.
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.
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.
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.