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Holualoa Elementary classroom renovations make significant progress over summer break
The renovations were designed to reduce interior environmental conditions conducive to mold growth in Holualoa’s damp and humid climate zone, situated at an elevation of approximately 1,400 feet above sea level.
Hawai‘i educators join thousands in Florida “Freedom to Learn” rally
The National Education Association, the Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association’s parent organization, held a Freedom to Learn rally to demand that politicians stop banning books and politicizing public education.
Public school teachers ratify 4-year contract with 92% of the nearly 7,000 votes
The public school teachers in Hawaiʻi voted 92% in favor of ratifying a new 4-year agreement, which will begin July 1, 2023, according to the Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association.
Amber Jackson murder in 2010 on Kaua’i featured on ‘Unsolved Mysteries’ podcast
Amber Jackson, who had a lettuce farm on the Big Island, was murdered in 2010 with her decomposing body found by hunting dogs in a ravine on Kaua’i.
State pressured to remedy mold, other problems at Hōlualoa Elementary on Big Island
A few days after the Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association disclosed long-time rat, mold and structural problems at Hōlualoa Elementary School on the Big Island, state school officials began making concrete steps toward some short-term fixes.
Big Island elementary school ‘in crisis’ with mold, rats, structural damage
“We know there are problems statewide. We’re having this [press conference] because Hōlualoa [Elementary School] is in crisis,” said Logan Okita, vice president of the Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association.
Teachers Union Says School Openings Should be Delayed
Hawai‘i public schools will reopen classroom doors on Aug. 4, but the HSTA says that’s not enough time to make schools safe for the return of its members or their students.
Guidelines Set to Reopen In-Person Instruction at Hawai‘i Public Schools
Large spaces not traditionally used as classrooms, such as gyms and computer labs, will be utilized as additional learning spaces. Outdoor instruction may also occur depending on weather conditions.
Nominations Sought for 2020 Pono Award
The Hawai‘i State Teachers Association’s Human and Civil Rights Committee is seeking nominations from the public for its 2020 Pono Award.
HSTA Praises DOE’s New Cooler Classroom Policy
The DOE policy will allow for more classrooms to be air conditioned sooner and for a much lower cost than previous efforts.
HSTA Issues Statement on Proposed Con Am
The President of the HSTA Corey Rosenlee released the following statement on the proposed Constitutional Amendment (Con Am).
Teachers, Parents to Hold Walk-In Protests Across State
Frustrated by the lack of money available for Hawai‘i’s schools, some parents are joining teachers in a walk-in across the state before classes on Tuesday.
Parent & Children’s Groups Back Constitutional Amendment
A coalition of parents, children’s and community groups spoke in favor of a constitutional amendment on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018.
HSTA Ratifies New Four-Year Contract
Ninety-eight percent of the nearly 8,000 HSTA members who cast ballots across the state voted to ratify a new four-year contract.
HSTA Board Recommends Tentative Agreement
The HSTA has reached a tentative agreement on a contract, that, according to HSTA President Corey Rosenlee, “will benefit Hawai‘i’s teachers and their students.”
Public School Teachers to Sign Wave Before Tuesday Classes
Thousands of public school teachers, parents and students will participate in “Schools Our Keiki Deserve Sign Waving and Walk-in” before school begins March 7.
Thousands of Hawai‘i Teachers and Parents Rally at Capitol
About 6,000 public school teachers and advocates of Hawai‘i’s public education system rallied at the state Capitol today for a fair contract for teachers…
Circuit Court Denies TRO Against HSTA
An attempt to obtain a temporary retraining order against the HSTA by current Board member and Presidential candidate Corey Rosenlee has been denied.
HSTA Presidential Candidate Files TRO to Halt Re-Vote
Hawai’i State Teachers Association presidential candidate Corey Rosenlee is filing a Temporary Restraining Order to keep a re-vote from happening next month.
Voting ‘Irregularities’ Lead to HSTA Re-Vote
The Hawai’i State Teachers Association plans to hold a re-vote of its April state officer election after reported voting “irregularities.”
