Posted 3-29-2018 (Dated 3-29-2018) Health coverage Open Enrollment starts Monday: See updated rates chart; DOE releases class visit memo; 3 years of school calendars

HSTA provides everything you need to prep for health coverage Open Enrollment which starts Monday The Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund, more commonly known as the EUTF, provides medical, chiropractic, prescription drug, dental, vision and life insurance benefits to all eligible State of Hawaii, City and County employees and retirees. Each year the EUTF holds an open enrollment period starting Monday, which allows employees to modify their plan enrollments. Read EUTF’s open enrollment flier here Watch the HSTA-EUTF Open Enrollment presentation on HSTA's Facebook page. (You can read questions and responses here too) Watch the HSTA-EUTF Open Enrollment presentation on HSTA's YouTube Channel. The open enrollment period for EUTF health plans will be Monday, April 2, 2018 through Monday, April 30, 2017. The HSTA suggests that members take some time to assess their current plan enrollment(s) and the health plans available.  It is in every member’s best interest to analyze the health plans available and decide which plan(s) best meet member and their family’s health care needs, taking cost and coverage into consideration.  You are not required to do anything if you wish to remain with your current plan. Click here for more information about Open Enrollment. EUTF and Health Benefits FAQs What is open enrollment? Open enrollment is a period of time where you may do any of the following without having to experience a “qualifying event”: enroll in a plan, change from one plan to another, cancel a plan, add or drop a dependent, change tiers (self to family, two-party to self, etc.). Open enrollment is a time period when you should analyze the health plans available to you and your family and decide which will best suit your needs when taking cost and coverage into consideration. You are not required to do anything if you wish to remain with your current plan. What are the dates for the 2018 Open Enrollment? Monday, April 2, 2018 through Monday, April 30, 2017. What is a “qualifying event”? A “qualifying event” allows you to make changes to your health plan outside of the open enrollment window. Common events include: acquisition of alternative coverage, birth of newborn, court order to cover child, death, divorce or termination of domestic partnership, guardianship decree, legal separation, leave of absence without pay for more than 30 days, loss of alternative coverage, marriage, newly eligible or ineligible full time student aged 19 through 23, new hire, new domestic or civil union partner. http://eutf.hawaii.gov/active/eutf-hsta-active/qualifying-events/ What are the new rates and when do they go into effect? The new rates go into effect on July 1, 2018. Coverage dates are from Sunday, July 1, 2018 through to Sunday, June 30, 2019. Premium deduction amounts will come from paychecks starting Friday, July 20, 2017 through to Friday, July 5, 2018. The rates can be found in the links below. EUTF (Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund): https://eutf.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Active-Rates-Eff-July-1-2018-All-BUs-Except-12-s.pdf HSTA VB: https://eutf.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Active-Rates-Eff-July-1-2018-HSTA-VB-s.pdf What is the difference between the 2017 rates and 2018 rates? HSTA developed a comparison sheet for members use.  Please note this comparison is an UPDATED version as EUTF officials have updated rates since they first provided HSTA numbers in January. Open Enrollment FAQs, including... What is the difference between EUTF and HSTA VB plans? Who can enroll in HSTA VB plans? How are the EUTF premium rates determined? What types of things should I take into consideration when selecting my plan? What is meant by 75/25, 80/20, and 90/10 PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and HMO Plans? What plan(s) am I currently on? What do I need to do if I want to make a change? Who can I contact if I have questions? Informational sessions throughout the state and webinars are being held throughout the month of April and last about an hour and a half. HSTA understands how difficult it is for our members to attend these sessions as most of them happen during the work day. So at our request, the EUTF added three webinar briefings after school from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on April 4, 5, 18 and 25. See 2018 EUTF Open Enrollment seminar times and locations here. Where can I find more information? EUTF open enrollment guide EUTF open enrollment checklist EUTF Premium Calculator   Class visit guidance memo released Teachers should be aware that a memo with guidance for classroom visitations was recently distributed by the DOE. This guidance came as a result of the HSTA and DOE working to address some of the questions and issues that resulted from the non-renewal of the Walkthrough Memorandum of Agreement, which existed in the previous HSTA contract (Appendix XVII – 2013-2017 Contract). If teachers have questions or need further guidance, please contact your respective school level leaders and/or UniServ Director.   First-year teachers: Apply for dues rebate by May 1 First-year active teachers who were student members during their college years are eligible to receive a $20 rebate for every year they were a student member of HSTA (or the NEA student program in their college if they attended school in a different state). Just fill out this rebate form and send it to studentrebate@nea.org by May 1.   HSTA dues are tax deductible! As you prepare your 2017 taxes and you're itemizing your deductions, don't forget to deduct your HSTA dues, which were $774.86 for 2017. Read details on HSTA 2017 dues for full-time and half-time teachers here.   HSTA convention proposals ready for review Elected teacher delegates from across the state gather April 7 for HSTA's State Convention at the Hawaii Convention Center in Waikiki, when they will debate and decide on proposals for new business items, resolutions and bylaws changes. When you have a chance, review these proposals and let your chapter delegates know which ones you support or oppose and why, so they can make your case at convention. Above: Delegates from HSTA's Lanai Chapter (above) and Kohala Chapter (below) at last year's State Convention.   HTY and Sex Abuse Treatment Center team up to combat sexual violence and build a culture of respect: Free event April 5  On April 5, Honolulu Theatre for Youth and The Sex Abuse Treatment Center of the Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children will offer a free public showcase celebrating their joint work fostering healthy relationships in Hawaii’s youth. The event marks the beginning of Sex Assault Awareness Month and will feature Expect [ r e s p e c t ]™, one of the interactive and theatrical pieces that is offered as part of the [ r e s p e c t ]™ curricula created for middle and high school students. The piece focuses on developing social-emotional competencies such as: responsible decision-making, relationship management, and social awareness. The free Expect [ r e s p e c t ]™ showcase starts at 7 p.m. at Tenney Theatre. The 60-minute program will include a short discussion. The show is appropriate for ages 10 and above and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to Honolulu Theatre for Youth by calling 808-839-9885 extension 720.  Click here for more information on Expect [ r e s p e c t ]™.   CTE teachers: apply now for paid externships HSTA has partnered with the State Career and Technical Education office and the DOE CTE office to offer 9-12 CTE teachers an opportunity to participate in the state’s only teacher externship program this year.   This summer program gives HSTA members first-hand knowledge, on-the-job experience and network with some of Hawaii’s top business leaders. Selected teachers will be placed into a business over the summer based on your CTE teaching areas so you can see how industry needs are changing, what are the latest workforce trends, job skills and competencies needed in today’s workplace. Application deadline: April 3. Stipend: $1,500.   For more information, check out the flyer.  If you have questions, please contact Lois Hamaguchi at loishama@hawaii.edu or call 808-956-6115.   From The New York Times: When professionals rise up, more than money is at stake The teacher uprising that began in West Virginia has exposed a trend among white-collar workers: a feeling that their credentials are being devalued.   From National Public Radio: Dept. of Education fail: Teachers lose grants, forced to repay thousands in loans A new government study, obtained by NPR and later posted by the Department of Education, suggests that thousands of teachers had their grants taken away and converted to loans, sometimes for minor errors in paperwork. That's despite the fact they were meeting the program's teaching requirements. From NEA Today: NEA calls for Betsy DeVos to resign From KQED's MindShift: How reading novels in math class can strengthen student engagement From NEA Today: The epidemic of anxiety among today's students   Teacher mentors: Be sure your student teachers know about HSTA's free Student Program Annual Conference next month Free for HSTA/NEA student members, the conference offers a day of free workshops and networking at UH West Oahu on Saturday, April 14. Breakfast and lunch are included. Panel discussions with new educators will offer important advice for those about to take the helm of a classroom for the first time, student teachers telling aspiring educators what to expect, plus these breakouts:  "Know Your Rights" Workshop by HSTA staff: This workshop will give attendees insight into what they need to know about the teaching contract in the state of Hawaii. Survival Guide to Starting Mid-Year by Danielle McGee: How do you deal with getting your own classroom mid-year? Hear from a new 6th grade teacher who is currently going through this circumstance. Restorative Practices workshop by Carrie Fiszer: This workshop will focus on moving from negative consequences to positive-based interventions in the classroom. PRAXIS Resources for Success workshop by Liann Sanerivi: What resources do you use to study for Praxis? This workshop will provide a variety of useful resources you can use to conquer the Praxis test! DonorsChoose Workshop by Jenifer Evans: Fund your classroom needs without going broke! Jenifer will share her methods for success when using DonorsChoose. ClassDojo Workshop by Natalie Daley: ClassDojo-classroom management, parent communication, student rewards and teacher tools all wrapped up in one free website! This workshop will help you discover the wonders of ClassDojo!  HSTA/NEA student members, register now! (Teachers, please forward this email to your mentees/aspiring teachers to be sure they don't miss it!)  Pedagogy of Aloha April 21 on Maui  What can we do to address institutionalized racism? This workshop will explore solutions as a diverse collective body to work towards equity in education for all ethnicities. There will be takeaways for teachers to use in their classrooms. Ku Kahakalau, Ph.D. will speak and lead small group discussions about finding solutions leading to success in life. Lunch will be provided. More information on Pedagogy of Aloha April 21 on Maui. Register for Pedagogy of Aloha April 21 on Maui   Next school year's Institute dates set; DOE official calendars  The HSTA has set the Teacher Institute dates for February 2019. They are: Monday, Feb. 11 -- Oahu Tuesday, Feb. 12 -- Hawaii Island Wednesday, Feb. 13 -- Kauai Thursday, Feb. 14 -- Molokai Friday, Feb. 15 -- Maui/Lanai And while we're planning ahead, we thought these would be helpful. DOE's 2018-2019 official school calendar DOE's 2019-2020 official school calendar DOE's 2020-2021 official school calendar   HSTA contract advisory: Education administration credits can now be used towards reclassification The Hawaii State Teachers Association is pleased to announce we recently came to agreement with the Hawaii Department of Education regarding a pilot program allowing for bargaining unit 05 employees to use education administration credits towards reclassification.  The DOE memo about this pilot program can be found here. The guidelines related to utilizing education administration courses for reclassification can be found here. Read the complete contract advisory on educational administration credits here   Universal Studios Hollywood discount HSTA members enjoy new pricing on our custom web store.  These special discounts are not available at the theme park. General Admission: Save up to $34! Date specific pricing, prices start at $95 vs. $129 at the front gate Currently available for purchase through August 31, 2018 2018 Season Pass: BEST VALUE! $119 – Limited Time Discounted Offer Come any day on your 1st visit, limited blackout dates apply to return visits only Use all visits by December 13, 2018 For reference, the lowest priced pass sold at the theme park starts at $189 As always, you may purchase up to 9 tickets or passes at a time to share with friends and family. For more information, visit the Universal Studios Hollywood custom HSTA website.   Kauai Financial Education Workshop Are You on Track to Retire?  Tuesday, April 17 4 p.m. (early dinner) Ho`okipa Café at Puakea Golf Course 4150 Nuhou Street Lihue, HI 96766 Please RSVP by April 6 https://goo.gl/A1wJZK Oahu:  Are You on Track to Retire Workshop Tuesday, April 10  6 p.m. (Dinner) Waikele Country Club 94-200 Paioa Place Waipahu, HI 96797  Please RSVP by March 30 to https://goo.gl/PDduRr   Subscribe to and follow HSTA's social media accounts Be sure to subscribe to HSTA's YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram for the latest videos, photos and news about our Association and public schools in Hawaii. Subscribe to HSTA's YouTube channel here. Follow @HSTAvoice on Instagram.   Popular Links: DOE's 2018-2019 official school calendar DOE's 2019-2020 official school calendar DOE's 2020-2021 official school calendar Classroom visit memo Please see this UPDATED MARCH 2018 chart for the EUTF and HSTA VB Health Benefit Premium Rates effective July 1, 2018. Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Read HTSB reminders here. Know your rights: Educator Effectiveness System (EES) Click here to look at the salary schedules. HSTA members can find a PDF searchable copy of the new 2017-2021 HSTA Collective Bargaining Agreement (contract) at this link. More information about the 21 hours of job-embedded professional development can be found in these DOE FAQs. Guidelines for Reclassification of Teachers

Posted 3-21-2018 (Dated 3-18-2018) Do you feel your students take too many standardized tests?

Happy Spring Break! As I have traveled across the state, I have heard from many of you about your frustrations about the amount of standardized testing occurring in our classrooms. Teachers have shared that art, music, Hawaiian language and even field trips have been cut to prepare students for tests. Many of you explain that too much class time is spent on testing, and that many of the tests are not improving learning. You explain that the data from these tests don’t give you information that you, as teachers, don’t already know about your own students through your own assessment of their daily work. We now have a chance to do something about the over testing of our keiki at the Legislature. On Wednesday, March 21 at 3:10 p.m., the Senate Education Committee at the State Capitol (room 229) will be hearing a bill to limit standardized testing (HB 2117 HD1). Click on this link for more information on the bill. This bill will limit the number of standardized tests students take in a school year, by requiring principals to apply for a waiver from the Board of Education to require any standardized tests beyond what the federal Every Student Succeeds Act requires. Upon application to the board, a school may be granted waivers from the standardized testing limitations in this section. This bill will also require the BOE to conduct a statewide survey of school administrators and teachers to determine the time spent on preparing for standardized tests and the impact of preparation time on the quality of instruction. Legislators need to hear your stories about the impact of testing. If you would be willing to go to the Capitol and share your experience, please email mhiga@hsta.org a.s.a.p., or just show up to give support. Either way, please wear a red HSTA shirt if you come in person. Please submit testimony using the instructions below, whether you intend to be at the Capitol or not, we could really use your testimony.  Help our legislators understand that over-testing is taking away valuable time that teachers can use for actual instruction. Directions for submitting testimony to the Senate Education Committee for the hearing on March 21, 2018 1.     Email your testimony directly to the Senate Education CommitteeEDUtestimony@capitol.hawaii.gov 2.     In the heading, please write: TESTIMONY in support of HB2117 HD1 3.     Use the body below. (copy and paste, or revise to fit your needs) 4.     [Optional], add to your testimony using your own experiences, while not violating any student's privacy by disclosing their names and other information.     Chair Kidani and Committee Members,   My name is __________. I am a teacher at an elementary/middle/high school on the island of ____________ in ____________ district. As a teacher of ______ years in Hawai'i, I am writing testimony in support of HB2117 HD1. Life is not a standardized test. We, as teachers, want to provide authentic learning experiences to all of our students. Ever since No Child Left Behind, a testing madness has taken over our schools, along with the tedious data collection and over-reporting tasks required of teachers that go with it. NCLB did not work. Testing and preparing for testing has pushed out actual instructional time out of our classrooms that is needed. Some people say that as teachers we have a choice as whether to teach to the test, but the majority of our schools have requirements regarding which standardized assessments and universal screeners we must give our students. We are also told how often to give tests, and what we must do with the data, along with the test prep we need to give our students. It is out of control.  We need to engage our students in learning, not continually prepare them for tests. Please help us stop this over-testing nightmare and let us get back to teaching.  Please support SB2117 HD1. Thank you, YOUR NAME   Enjoy your spring break. Thanks for your time, Corey Rosenlee HSTA President Copyright © 2018 Hawaii State Teachers Association, All rights reserved. Mahalo for your engagement. Our mailing address is: Hawaii State Teachers Association 1200 Ala Kapuna Street Honolulu, HI 96819

Posted 3-17-2018 (dated 3-16-2018) Email testimony on proposal to get SPED teachers supply funds; Apply for $1,500 CTE externships; Convention proposals revealed

Teachers across the state support students' walkout honoring shooting victims Thousands of students in Hawaii walked out of classes Wednesday as part of National School Walkout Day, to remember the students and teachers killed by a gunman at a Florida high school last month and to call for tougher gun laws. Hawaii teachers supported the students' activism, helping them plan and organize events at many schools, and some educators wore orange, the color of the students' anti-gun violence movement. Above: Teachers at Wilcox Elementary on Kauai. Below: Teachers from Castle High on Oahu. A new NEA survey finds an overwhelming majority of teachers oppose arming teachers, and 99 percent support universal background checks for would-be gun owners. From Civil Beat: Hawaii students join walkouts in wake of school shootings From Hawaii News Now: 'Never Again': Thousands of Hawaii students rally against gun violence From CNN: This is why kids are wearing orange during the national walkout.   HSTA dues are tax deductable! As you prepare your 2017 taxes and you're itemizing your deductions, don't forget to deduct your HSTA dues, which were $774.86 for 2017. Read details on HSTA 2017 dues for full-time and half-time teachers here.   Send in testimony on extra SPED supply money An important bill (SB2521) that would give each special education classroom teacher up to $1,690 for instructional materials and equipment that support students with special needs has a hearing Monday, March 19  at 3:10 p.m. before the House Education Committee. SPED teachers, please take a minute over the weekend to email a few lines of testimony to lawmakers, telling them why this money is badly needed and how it will support your students. If you have needed something in your classroom and have not had the money to purchase it, use that as an example. As you all know, remember not to use student names and protect students' privacy. Please address your testimony to House Education Committee Chair Justin Woodson and say your'e testifying about SB2521. Please email testimony by 3:10 p.m. Sunday (24 hours before the hearing) to EDNtestimony@capitol.hawaii.gov We are really fighting hard for our SPED teachers! Thank you for helping us make the push for more badly needed SPED supply funds.   HSTA convention proposals ready for your review Elected teacher delegates from across the state gather April 7 for HSTA's State Convention at the Hawaii Convention Center in Waikiki, when they will debate and decide on proposals for new business items, resolutions and bylaws changes. When you have a chance, review these proposals and let your chapter delegates know which ones you support or oppose and why, so they can make your case at convention. Above: HSTA's Hilo Chapter at last year's State Convention.   CTE teachers: apply now for paid externships HSTA has partnered with the State Career and Technical Education office and the DOE CTE office to offer 9-12 CTE teachers an opportunity to participate in the state’s only teacher externship program this year.   This summer program gives HSTA members first-hand knowledge, on-the-job experience and network with some of Hawaii’s top business leaders.  Selected teachers will be placed into a business over the summer based on your CTE teaching areas so you can see how industry needs are changing, what are the latest workforce trends, job skills, and competencies needed in today’s workplace. Application deadline: April 3. Stipend: $1,500.   For more information, check out the flyer.  If you have questions, please contact Lois Hamaguchi at loishama@hawaii.edu or call 808-956-6115.   EUTF's 2018 rates; New webinars added; HSTA hosts FB live The Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund (more commonly known as EUTF) provides medical, chiropractic, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to all eligible State of Hawaii, City and County employees and retirees. Each year, the EUTF holds an open enrollment period allowing for employees to modify their plan enrollments. Please see this chart for the EUTF and HSTA VB Health Benefit Premium Rates effective July 1, 2018.  It is in every member’s best interest to analyze the health plans available and decide which plan(s) best meet member's and their family’s health care needs, taking cost and coverage into consideration. To help you with your decision, EUTF holds open enrollment informational sessions.  HSTA understands how difficult it is for our members to attend these sessions as most of them happen during the work day. So at our request, the EUTF added three webinar briefings after school from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on April 4, 5, 18 and 25. See the link below for the full schedule and webinar access instructions. See 2018 EUTF Open Enrollment seminar times and locations here. HSTA has also invited EUTF to participate in a Facebook live presentation on HSTA's Facebook account March 27 at 5 p.m.   See 2018 EUTF Open Enrollment seminar times and locations here.   Hirono wins kudos from NEA, HSTA for her strong support of public schools  U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono reiterated her commitment to supporting Hawaii’s public schools and fighting against Betsy DeVos and the Trump administration’s efforts to undermine public education during National Public Schools Week. “Our nation’s public schools are foundational to the success of millions of students in Hawaii and across the country,” Hirono said. “At a time when Betsy DeVos and Donald Trump are working to dismantle our public school system and attack teachers, I will continue to fight on behalf of our keiki and our educators.” Earlier this year, Hirono received the top score on the National Education Association’s Legislative Report Card for strong and consistent leadership on behalf of public school students and teachers. Read the entire story about Hirono from our website.   From Hawaii News Now: Hawaii is scrambling to fill teacher vacancies. This analysis on salaries won't help The Hawaii State Teachers Association has said before that Hawaii teachers are the lowest-paid in the nation when the high cost of housing, goods and transportation are factored in. And reached Friday, HSTA President Corey Rosenlee said the new analysis is a depressing affirmation of what teachers in Hawaii are up against. "The reality is we've got to pay our teachers better," he said. "It's just too difficult to survive as a teacher in Hawaii."   From Huffington Post: How tax cuts paved the way for America's growing teacher revolt Teachers in Oklahoma have decided to follow in the footsteps of those in West Virginia, where a historic strike this year shut down schools for nine days. They say they’ll walk off the job on April 2 if lawmakers don’t pass legislation boosting money for schools and guaranteeing raises for workers. The success of the West Virginia work stoppage, which secured a 5 percent pay hike, has prompted discussions about walkouts and protests in Arizona and Kentucky as well. From The New York Times: Teaching activities for 'Stephen Hawking dies at 76; His mind roamed the cosmos' From The Washington Post: Education Secretary Betsy DeVos stumbles during pointed '60 Minutes' interview From the Intercept: DeVos accused of union busting at Education Department From National Public Radio: The fight over teacher salaries: A look at the numbers A state-by-state tally of average teacher salaries with cost-of-living figures factored in. And guess where Hawaii is on this list? (This is the national story that HNN localized quoting HSTA President Corey Rosenlee -- see that story above under "HSTA in the news.")   Have a great Spring Break. Your Member Matters e-newsletter will resume on Friday, March 30.   Teacher mentors: Be sure your student teachers know about HSTA's amazing free Student Program Annual Conference next month Free for HSTA/NEA student members, the conference offers a day of free workshops and networking at UH West Oahu on Saturday, April 14. Breakfast and lunch are included. Panel discussions with new educators will offer important advice for those about to take the helm of a classroom for the first time, student teachers telling aspiring educators what to expect, plus these breakouts:  "Know Your Rights" Workshop by HSTA staff: This workshop will give attendees insight into what they need to know about the teaching contract in the state of Hawaii. Survival Guide to Starting Mid-Year by Danielle McGee: How do you deal with getting your own classroom mid-year? Hear from a new 6th grade teacher who is currently going through this circumstance. Restorative Practices workshop by Carrie Fiszer: This workshop will focus on moving from negative consequences to positive-based interventions in the classroom. PRAXIS Resources for Success workshop by Liann Sanerivi: What resources do you use to study for Praxis? This workshop will provide a variety of useful resources you can use to conquer the Praxis test! DonorsChoose Workshop by Jenifer Evans: Fund your classroom needs without going broke! Jenifer will share her methods for success when using DonorsChoose. ClassDojo Workshop by Natalie Daley: ClassDojo-classroom management, parent communication, student rewards and teacher tools all wrapped up in one free website! This workshop will help you discover the wonders of ClassDojo!  HSTA/NEA student members, register now! (Teachers, please forward this email to your mentees/aspiring teachers to be sure they don't miss it!)   Next school year's Institute dates set; DOE official calendars  The HSTA has set the Teacher Institute dates for February 2019. They are: Monday, Feb. 11 -- Oahu Tuesday, Feb. 12 -- Hawaii Island Wednesday, Feb. 13 -- Kauai Thursday, Feb. 14 -- Molokai Friday, Feb. 15 -- Maui/Lanai And while we're planning ahead, we thought these would be helpful. DOE's 2018-2019 official school calendar DOE's 2019-2020 official school calendar DOE's 2020-2021 official school calendar   HSTA contract advisory: Education administration credits can now be used towards reclassification The Hawaii State Teachers Association is pleased to announce we recently came to agreement with the Hawaii Department of Education regarding a pilot program allowing for bargaining unit 05 employees to use education administration credits towards reclassification.  The agreement reached modifies the following section of the HSTA collective bargaining agreement (contract) for school years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, and 2019-2020.  The modification deletes the words “excluding education administration”  for the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020.  The change means teachers may use education administration credits towards reclassification, within the guidelines provided. The DOE memo about this pilot program can be found here. The guidelines related to utilizing education administration courses for reclassification can be found here. The guidelines provide details on the types of courses that qualify for this pilot program as well as the procedures to process the courses for approval and submit for reclassification. It is very important that teachers follow all of the procedures for administration approval, submission of forms and final submission of credits to the reclassification office.  Failure to follow the procedures and/or late submission of credits will result in denial of credits being available for reclassification. Read the complete contract advisory on educational administration credits here    Maui Financial Education Workshop Getting Started (Designed for Millennials) Thursday, March 29 4 p.m. (Early Dinner) Wailuku Elementary School Library 355 South High Street Wailuku, HI 96793  Please RSVP by March 19 to https://goo.gl/g6pucZ Kauai Financial Education Workshops  Getting Started (Designed for Millennials)  Tuesday, March 27 4:00 pm (meal provided) Wilcox Elementary School Library 4319 Hardy Street  Lihue, HI 96766 Please RSVP by March 19 https://goo.gl/DKyQ2V Are You on Track to Retire?  Tuesday, April 17 4 p.m. (early dinner) Ho`okipa Café at Puakea Golf Course 4150 Nuhou Street Lihue, HI 96766 Please RSVP by April 6 https://goo.gl/A1wJZK Oahu:  Are You on Track to Retire Workshops  Tuesday, April 10  6 p.m. (Dinner) Waikele Country Club 94-200 Paioa Place Waipahu, HI 96797  Please RSVP by March 30 to https://goo.gl/PDduRr   Subscribe to and follow HSTA's social media accounts Be sure to subscribe to HSTA's YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram for the latest videos, photos and news about our Association and public schools in Hawaii. Subscribe to HSTA's YouTube channel here. Follow @HSTAvoice on Instagram.   Popular Links: Please see this chart for the EUTF and HSTA VB Health Benefit Premium Rates effective July 1, 2018. Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Read HTSB reminders here. Know your rights: Educator Effectiveness System (EES) Click here to look at the salary schedules. HSTA members can find a PDF searchable copy of the new 2017-2021 HSTA Collective Bargaining Agreement (contract) at this link. More information about the 21 hours of job-embedded professional development can be found in these DOE FAQs. Guidelines for Reclassification of Teachers

Copyright © 2018 Hawaii State Teachers Association, All rights reserved. Mahalo for your engagement. Our mailing address is: Hawaii State Teachers Association 1200 Ala Kapuna Street Honolulu, HI 96819