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This post contains FAQs that address outdated scenarios or are no longer relevant.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.
Distribution of HIDOE Form 5 Notification of Personnel Action
While most teachers will not be on campus when the hard copy forms arrive, the emailed PDF copy will help notify teachers of their 2020–21 status in a timely manner.
‘In my classroom, students learn by doing’
“As an eighth-grade social studies teacher teaching U.S. history, I want the learning that goes on in my classroom to revolve around my students’ ability to take knowledge and put it to use.”
What 12-month teachers need to know before returning to work on June 1
Read FAQs and guidance for 12-month educators, including HSTA's strong recommendation that all those interested should immediately fill out a telework application/request.
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.