New Online Professional Development Course, posted 12/28/2015

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“Effective School-Community Collaboration”   The HSTA IPD Department is proud to announce the creation of our first online course.  This class not only marks HSTA’s expansion into statewide online learning opportunities for members, but more importantly, it begins our movement into the creation of “Teacher Leadership” classes focused on leadership development.   Class Start Date: February 20, 2016 Course Description:   This ONLINE 3-PD credit course is offered by the Hawaii State Teachers Association in partnership with the NEA Foundation. In this HSTA Teacher Leadership course focused on Domain 6 of the Teacher Leader Model Standards (Improving Outreach and Collaboration with Families and Community), participants will review the benefits of effective school-community collaboration and plan their own school-community event.  By the end of the course, the teacher leader will understand the impact that families, cultures and communities have on student learning and look for ways to lead successful partnerships between all stakeholders. DEADLINE: Class Registration Deadline on PDE3 & PD.HSTA.ORG:  February 4, 2016  Registration Instructions PDE3 section number: 281199  To register for this class, teachers must complete two steps: 1.  Add themselves to the wait-list on PDE3 pde3.k12.hi.us for this course, “Effective School-Community Collaboration,” AND 2.  Go to pd.hsta.org search for the class, and pay the $150.00 course registration fee  Completing Online Class Work: Because this is an online course, teachers will be expected to complete and submit their work for the class online via the ‘learning management system’ or online classroom.  Beginning February 5, 2016 teachers who paid for the course will receive an email from the course instructors informing them on how they may log into the class.  An online orientation to the course, including syllabus requirements, will take place at the beginning of the course via Zoom (video conferencing). CLICK HERE to download handout.

HSTA:  United in the pursuit of excellence for Hawaii’s public schools. The Benefits of Belonging. CLICK HERE for new air, hotel, and rental car deals for HSTA members. Login for new Turtle Bay Resort member specials at hsta.org. Copyright © 2015 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

Must Read: Teachers Union's Bold Reform Plan Deserves Our Attention, posted 12-23-2015

Omnibus starts education conversation Last week HSTA announced an ambitious plan to truly give our keiki the schools they deserve. It is encouraging to see our plan getting popular support. Yesterday, Civil Beat came out with a strong editorial in support of our plan. CLICK HERE to read the editorial and see what others in the community are saying. New! Online Course: Register for "Effective School-Community Collaboration." Click HERE for details. RALLY for The Schools Our Keiki Deserve ------------------- February 5, 2016 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. Hawaii State Capitol Dengue Fever Information and Resources. CLICK HERE>>>

HSTA:  United in the pursuit of excellence for Hawaii’s public schools. Air, hotel, and rental car discounts just for HSTA members HERE>>> Copyright © 2015 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

Nominations for NEA RA State Delegate

Email from Lynn Kashinoki <lynn.kashinoki@gmail.com> , one of the Hilo Chapter Co-Chairs
dated Dec. 15, 2015


Hi All,

This is to clarify anyone interested in running for NEA RA State Delegate still needs to contact Gwen Kurashima, Governance Specialist, for nomination information.  Gwen can be reached at 808-833-2711 or via email atgkurashima@hsta.org.  

Kerinne Smith and I will accept Hilo Chapter nominations only.

Again, if anyone would like to submit a nomination to be a state delegate for NEA RA, he/she must contact Gwen.  

Please let us know if you have any questions.  Enjoy your break and wishing you all a wonderful holiday season!

Lynn and Kerinne

Hilo Chapter Elections Co-Chairs

Copied below is the revised nomination form that includes the NEA RA State Delegate.  
This form may be duplicated and distributed or forwarded to anyone interested in running for a position.  The form (hard copy) may be completed and returned to the January RA....be sure you sign off to verify the person running is a HSTA member.  Or it may be emailed to myself or Kerinne Smith directly from the person running for a position.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Item C6(5)

                                                                                                                        (Rev. 07/14)

NOMINATION FORM FOR                    HILO             CHAPTER ELECTIONS

                                    (Responsibility of Candidate)

NOMINATIONS DUE:                        Thursday, January 28, 2016, 5:30 pm                

Name of Nominee: (Print Legibly)

Legal Last Name:

Legal First Name:

School:

School Phone:

Home Phone:

Cell Phone:

Personal E-Mail:

Nominated by and verified by Faculty Rep:

Office(s) Sought (indicate below with an “X” or “ü”):

Chapter President/Board of Director (3-Year Term) – July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2019

Chapter Vice President (3-Year Term) – July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2019

Chapter Secretary (3-Year Term) – July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2019

Chapter Treasurer (3-Year Term) – July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2019

HSTA State Convention 2016 Delegate (1 Year Term) – (April 16-17, 2016, Hawaii Convention Center, Oahu)

NEA RA 2016 Chapter Delegate (1 Year Term) – (July 2 – July 7, 2016, Washington, DC)

NEA RA 2016 State Delegate (1 Year Term) – (July 2 – July 7, 2016, Washington, DC)

By submitting this form, I, (Signature)                                                                                                  , agree to fully participate and commit to the position(s) selected above if elected.  In the event that I am unable to participate and commit, I will contact the Elections Chair ASAP and decline my nomination.

Shirt Size:

S

M

L

XL

XXL

XXXL

Other:_________

Circle one style:

Mens

Womens

Please turn in this form to your Faculty Rep to bring to the HSTA RA on: 

Thursday, January 28, 2016, 5:30 pm

This form may also be emailed to Chapter Elections Chairs: 

Lynn Kashinoki (lynn.kashinoki@gmail.com)  

                                                Kerinne Smith (kerinnesmith@gmail.com)                  

Deadline to email nomination form is Wednesday, January 27, 2016

           

If you are running for a Chapter Officer or NEA RA Delegate Position, you may submit a

100 word Biography via email to your Chapter Election Chairs by January 28, 2015.

Member Matters, 12-11-2015

Red for Education and Unity Wear your red shirts on Tuesdays! Hahaione Elementary School members are unified in their commitment to student success. Send your pictures to info@hsta.org.  Mahalo. Education Travel Update   The subject of Student Educational Travel and the impact on teachers and students continues to be an issue that HSTA is working to address.  Continue to follow guidance from the DOE and your administrator.  CLICK HERE to follow a chronology and update on the issue.     HSTA IN THE NEWS The Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) announced the introduction of an ambitious 10-part education omnibus bill designed to dramatically improve Hawai‘i’s school system. The bill will be introduced during the upcoming 2016 legislative session. Read HSTA President Corey Rosenlee's interview in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser HERE>>> A Collective Effort HSTA welcomes passage of the Every Student Succeeds law to create greater opportunity for every student. Read more HERE>>>   Winter Break - Work Day Reminder If you haven't done so already, you might want to check your calendars for winter break planning.  According to the DOE Calendar, 10-month teachers generally are off on December 18, 2015 and Monday, January 4, 2016. Check with your schools for meeting or PD plans unique to your school or complex. All members may view the DOE Calendar on the DOE website at:http://bit.ly/1SRbOhV

Professional Development New!  HSTA On Line Learning Opportunity! “Effective School-Community Collaboration.” Register by February 4, 2016 Click HERE for details. Registration now open! University of Hawaii - Manoa Four Spring 2016, 3-credit, FREE online, PD courses aimed to help teachers improve the literacy skills of ELLs. Details HERE>>> News you can use Professional Development  Website     HSTA 2016 Legislative Priorities Deadline to nominate: January 11, 2016 Friend of Youth Award Pono Award Free Resource: PBS Learning Media