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