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Several bills before the state Legislature would allow emergency dispatchers, adult correction officers and emergency personnel to create their own bargaining units.
HGEA Executive Director Randy Perreira spoke with Hawaii Public Radio’s Sabrina Bodon this week to advocate for these essential workers.
“What we’ve learned through experience is that the bargaining unit alignment is and can be based on the kinds of job responsibilities that individuals have,” Perreira said. “That argument made years ago by the sheriffs and the lifeguards that they didn’t fit in terms of their job duties and responsibilities with the primarily clerical duties of people in bargaining Unit 3, which is where they were. If you accept that argument, as the Legislature eventually did, then you justified having a separate unit.”
Read more of the HPR story now.
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The state Department of Education honored 15 principals, one from each complex area, as 2023 “Excellence in School Leadership” nominees. Each of these Unit 6 members were awarded a $1,000 prize. The top winner will be announced in April. Nominees include Sharon Beck, U‘ilani Kaitoku, Suzie Lee, Nathan Maeda, Leila Maeda-Kobayashi, Amy Martinson, Komarey Moss, Jason Nakamoto, Chad Okamoto, Jacqueline Ornellas, Christopher Sanita, Wesley Shinkawa, Lisa Souza, Kori Takaki, and Jason Yoshimoto.
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Two Days Left to Show Your Support
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Now to Saturday, Mar.11, 2023
1st Floor Meeting Hall, HGEA Oahu Office
Enjoy great rummage sale deals, yummy baked goods, and ono plate lunches or bentos! Proceeds support the C.R. Kendall Scholarship fund.
Schedule:
- March 10 from 11 AM to 1 PM
- March 11 from 9 AM to 12 PM
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Last Chance for UH Men’s Volleyball Tickets
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Saturday, Mar.18, 2023 at 7 PM
SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center
Come support the UH Warriors as they face Long Beach State. Only $3 for HGEA members, $8 for adults guests, $3 for keiki guests. Deadline to purchase tickets is March 10.
Purchase tickets with your credit card. For cash or check, please email Wes Aki at waki@hgea.org
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Malama Aina at Polipoli Planting Day
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Saturday, Mar.18, 2023 from 7 AM to 2 PM
Polipoli State Reserve, Maui
Your kokua is needed to preserve our forestry and the natural beauty of our aina. We’re looking for 20 volunteers to help us plant various native plants.
Contact the HGEA office at 808-244-5508 to register. Deadline is 4:30 PM on March 14.
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Order Panda Express on April 7 and Support the Kendall Scholarship Fund
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Friday, April 7 is a great day to order lunch or dinner from Panda Express. Your meal will support our C.R. Kendall Scholarship Fund.
Online orders only. Use the code 913789 in the fundraiser code box at checkout at pandaexpress.com or via the mobile app.
Read more now.
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Are You Ready for Retirement?
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It’s never too early to start planning for your future. That’s why our HGEA Retirees Unit is offering retirement seminars for members across the state. Let us help you plan for a worry-free tomorrow.
Schedule & Event Registration:
- Hawaii: Saturday, March 11
- Maui: Saturday, March 18
- Oahu: Saturday, April 1
- Kauai: Saturday, April 15
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Shoreline Fishing Tournament
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Friday, Mar. 31 to Sunday, Apr. 2, 2023
Join us for this family-friendly fishing tournament! Weigh-in will be held at the Lihue Neighborhood Center on April 2 from 11 AM to 12 PM. Door prizes and a light lunch will be provided. Purchase tickets from now until March 30 at 4:30 PM. View flyer for more info on the contest and ticket prices.
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Spring Rummage and Bake Sale: Save the Date & Donations Requested
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Friday, Apr. 7, 2023 from 8 AM to 10 AM, Early Bird Rummage Sale
Saturday, Apr. 8, 2023 from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, Rummage Sale
Here’s your chance to support the C.R. Kendall Scholarship fund on Kauai. Donations can be dropped off at the HGEA Kauai Office from March 28 to April 6 from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. Baked goods will be accepted on April 6 from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
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Saturday, Apr.15, 2023 at 7:30 AM
Dole Middle School, check-in at the cafeteria
Unite with your AFL-CIO Hawaii colleagues to help build thriving communities at this next Labor of Love event. In past events we’ve freshened the walls with new coats of paint, enlivened the landscaping, poured concrete and made our communities safer and more vibrant places to live and learn.
Let’s show some love to Dole Middle School.
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HGEA x Eden in Love Totes Still Available
(medium size only)
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While Supplies Last
We still have an extra inventory of medium sized HGEA x Eden in Love tote bags. All proceeds go to the C.R. Kendall Scholarship Fund! Click here to place your order online!
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New Partner: Susan Thomas Facials
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Pamper yourself with a SkinCeuticals Age-Defying Facial Treatment. This one-hour facial includes cleansing, toning, steaming, glycolic peel, serums, extractions, mask, eye cream, moisturizer, sunscreen, and a massage of the face, neck, shoulders and hands.
Call (808) 429-1222 for appointment. Read more now.
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Dell Outlet Overstock Sale
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Save up to 35% off from Dell Outlet, now through Mar. 13 during their surplus sale. Offer includes free shipping and returns.
Take $599 off on XPS laptops, $299 on the latest Inspiron laptops, and a 24-inch full-HD monitor for as low as $92.
See the deals and shop now, while supplies last.
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For a complete list of member discounts or for more HGEA news, visit www.hgea.org.
If you have specific inquiries, contact your local HGEA office or the HGEA Member Service Center at
(808) 543-0000 or service@hgea.org.
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