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Gov. Green signs key measures to strengthen Hawaiʻi’s education system

Gov. Josh Green signed four measures to strengthen Hawai‘i’s education system by supporting teachers and increasing the affordability and accessibility of school meals. These bills aim to provide keiki and educators with essential tools for success while ensuring no student goes hungry in the classroom.

Despite Projections for a Double Digit Economic Downturn in 2021, Budget Chairs Do Not Anticipate Statewide Pay Cuts

Dela Cruz and Luke believe that the state can weather the economic downturn without imposing school furloughs, statewide pay cuts or cuts to critical social services. 

Speaker Saiki Proposes Bill to Fund Teacher Compensation

House Speaker Scott Saiki has introduced a constitutional amendment proposing that the Board of Education have concurrent real property tax authority to fund teacher compensation.

HSTA Board Recommends Tentative Agreement for Four-Year Contract

The 13,500-Member Hawaii State Teachers Association, announced that the HSTA Board is recommending a tentative agreement for four-year contract.