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Nominate an HSTA member for the prestigious 2027 S.T.A.C.Y. Award
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Nominate an HSTA member for the prestigious 2027 S.T.A.C.Y. Award

cschubert2026-10-12T11:10:24-10:00Tags: award, HSTA, NEA, nomination, S.T.A.C.Y. Award, STACY, teaching excellence|

Each year, a winner is chosen based on their ability to demonstrate leadership, dedication and passion in five categories: scholarship, teaching, advocacy, community, and youth.

HIDOE seeks funds to repair $100M+ in storm damage
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HIDOE seeks funds to repair $100M+ in storm damage

Algeo Rosario2026-10-09T12:27:37-10:00Tags: Board of Education Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi Department of Education, Hawaiʻi public schools, Hawaiʻi school repairs, HIDOE storm damage, Hurricane Lowell Hawaiʻi, Hurricane Nolo Hawaiʻi, Kona low storm damage, school infrastructure funding, school storm recovery|

The Hawaiʻi Department of Education is seeking additional funding to repair more than $100 million in storm-related damage after a series of major weather events impacted schools across the state. The March Kona low storms caused the most extensive damage, affecting dozens of campuses and generating hundreds of repair projects.

Hirono introduces legislation to expand access to arts education
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Hirono introduces legislation to expand access to arts education

Algeo Rosario2026-10-08T10:25:26-10:00Tags: Arts Education for All Act, arts education funding, arts programs in schools, arts teacher professional development, Education Legislation, Every Student Succeeds Act, K-12 arts education, Mazie Hirono, public education advocacy, student arts programming|

U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono has introduced the Arts Education for All Act, legislation aimed at expanding access to arts education and creative learning opportunities for students nationwide. The proposal would strengthen support for arts programming, arts educators and research while helping states integrate the arts into K-12 education, afterschool programs and early learning initiatives.

Turn your ideas into action at HSTA’s annual Convention
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Turn your ideas into action at HSTA’s annual Convention

Algeo Rosario2026-10-07T12:00:14-10:00Tags: educator proposal writing, Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association, HSTA bylaws amendments, HSTA Convention 2027, HSTA governance, HSTA proposal training, HSTA resolutions, New Business Items, teacher leadership training, union member advocacy|

HSTA members are invited to attend chapter training sessions to learn how to develop effective proposals for the 2027 HSTA Convention. Participants will gain practical skills for writing New Business Items, amendments and resolutions that can help shape the future direction of the Association and drive meaningful change for educators across Hawaiʻi.

Join HSTA’s management team as director of finance
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Join HSTA’s management team as director of finance

Algeo Rosario2026-10-02T12:34:56-10:00Tags: Accounting Director, Accounting Jobs Hawaii, Director of Finance, Executive Careers, Finance Leadership, Financial Management, Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association, Hawaii Jobs, HSTA, Nonprofit Finance|

The Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association (HSTA) is seeking an experienced director of finance and accounting to join its management team. This leadership role oversees financial operations, supports governance leaders, and ensures responsible stewardship of member resources.

HSTA Board approves more funds, extends deadline for members’ storm relief payments
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HSTA Board approves more funds, extends deadline for members’ storm relief payments

Jill Meinecke2026-10-01T14:44:10-10:00Tags: classroom damage, Crisis Fund, donations, home damage, hurricane lala, hurricane lowell, hurricane nolo, hurricane season, storm relief|

The Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association's Board of Directors approved a measure Wednesday creating the 2026 Hurricane Season Relief Fund, boosting the amount of money available for members’ relief and extending the application deadline to the end of this year’s hurricane season.