Gov. Ige is considering pay cuts for teachers, first responders, and other public workers Presumably thinking he’s got nothing left to lose politically in the second half of his final term, Governor David Ige last week unveiled one of his most brazen (read: worst) proposals yet and suggested that all public workers – including teachers and first responders – take a pay cut … [Read more...] about Gov. Ige Talks Cuts: The governor receives criticism for proposals to cut pay for public workers
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Pono Award Accepting Nominations for Educator’s Social Justice Work
The Human and Civil Rights Committee of the Hawai‘i State Teachers Association is seeking nominations from the public for its 2020 Pono Award. The Pono Award recognizes an exceptional HSTA member who "demonstrates the ability to lead, organize and engage educators, parents, and the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students, fellow … [Read more...] about Pono Award Accepting Nominations for Educator’s Social Justice Work
Department of Education to Review Teacher Pay, Seeks Public Input
Teachers provide a foundation for our youth through constant dedication in and before class, and long after students head home. There’s material to prepare, grading to complete, creative teaching methods to explore, research to stay on top of, and a rapidly evolving school environment to continuously adapt to. It’s a great responsibility that often comes with less-than-great … [Read more...] about Department of Education to Review Teacher Pay, Seeks Public Input
Hawai‘i Chamber of Commerce contributes $600,000 to fight constitutional amendment, Civil Beat reports a day before teachers protest for funding
On Mon., Oct. 1, Honolulu Civil Beat reported on the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii’s transfer of $600,000 to the Affordable Hawai‘i Coalition PAC, a political action committee formed in opposition to the proposed state constitutional amendment to give the legislature the power to implement a surcharge on investment property to support public education. The contribution does yet … [Read more...] about Hawai‘i Chamber of Commerce contributes $600,000 to fight constitutional amendment, Civil Beat reports a day before teachers protest for funding