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HSTA Candidate Files Temporary Restraining Order to Halt Re-vote
A candidate for the presidency at the Hawaiʻi State Teacher’s Association has filed a complaint in court seeking injunctive relief to halt a new HSTA election that is scheduled to take place on June 2, 2015.
Union Turns Down State’s Offer for Teachers
State officials say the new two-year offer included $49 million of new compensation, including 2% raises in each year of the contract for all teachers and restoring the previous 5% reduction in teacher compensation.
Teachers and State Agree on Federal Mediation
The state and Hawaii State Teacher’s Association have agreed to pursue the help of a federal mediator to resolve a contract dispute with teachers.
Hawaii Teachers Reject Contract, Weigh Options
Public school teachers in Hawaii voted against a proposed six year contract during a ratification vote yesterday. Beginning today, the HSTA will initiate a union-wide conversation about options going forward.
Governor Says Revised Furlough Plan Is Not Viable
The Hawai‘i State Teachers Association (HSTA) and the Department of Education reached an agreement to restore classroom days lost to furloughs in their original contract. Governor Linda Lingle has already spoken out against the plan saying, it “is not a viable solution.†The plan calls for the restoration of seven out of 10 remaining furlough […]