HGEA is proud to introduce a new Statewide Education and Training Program to ensure consistent education
and training classes across the islands for all active bargaining unit HGEA members! Topics cover membership,
steward and leadership development.
Click here
(UPDATED: 4/23/2008) for locations & times.
Classes are FREE for active bargaining unit members and first-time attendees will receive a FREE GIFT!
Plus, take advantage of the new incentive program! (Excluded Unit members may attend only the membership
and leadership training classes.)
If you are interested in attending or for more information, please contact your local HGEA office. Hurry
and reserve your seat today!
HILO
Sharon Crivello
hawaiidiv@hgea.org
935-6841
KAUAI
Joni Taba
kauaidiv@hgea.org
245-6751
KONA
Sharon Crivello
hawaiidiv@hgea.org
935-6841
MAUI
Alton Watanabe
mauidiv@hgea.org
244-5508
OAHU
Joan Takano
oahutraining@hgea.org
543-0000
MEMBERSHIP TRAINING CLASSES
Where, Why & How - Local HGEA History
Just where did HGEA come from and why did HGEA form its own union and how did HGEA evolve, then and
now... This class will bring you closer to knowing how HGEA has become one of the strongest and largest
unions in the State.
Why Union, and What's in It for Me
Gather knowledge of what battles your union fights to protect benefits for you--yes, there are truths
and there are myths; learn the differences. Discover who will speak for you in your workplace and who
will protect you from being terminated unjustly. Learn how final and binding arbitration is part of
the fight to ensure you have a fair and reasonable pay increase. Find out what happens to your benefits
when you retire.
You're a Piece of the HGEA Puzzle
Learn about the organizational structure of HGEA and where you fit in.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING CLASSES
Be the Leader You Want to Be
This class provides a general overview of effective leadership. How you already serve as a leader in
your present life; how you already are a leader in the workplace; what skills are needed to be an effective
leader and hands-on learning to improve your leadership skills.
Nuts & Bolts of Planning
Where do I begin? Learn the important steps to planning an activity, coordinating an event or leading
a committee--basic skills that can help in everyday life. This course will take you through setting
goals and finding out what is needed to reach them. Also, how to plan in case things go wrong and if
you had to do it again, what would you change?
This Meeting Will Now Come to Order
"Uh-hmm, uh-hmm, I call this meeting to order"...now what? Learn what to say, what to do, and how to
effectively run a meeting. Follow the Robert's Rules to call for a vote and smoothly transition from
one item to another on your agenda. Not only will this help you run a meeting, but will give you confidence
to speak at work, at a meeting or anywhere else!
STEWARD TRAINING CLASSES
I'm a Steward, So What's Next
A member approaches you saying, "I have a problem, can you help me?" Do you know what to do or say--besides
telling him/her to see an agent? This class will help you or any member handle this or any other situation.
Most Important Articles - Contract 101
Have you ever opened up your Bargaining Unit Contract to an article and wondered what it meant? Or,
have you ever wondered what the interpretation of a particular article was, or if you even had the correct
article for your situation? We have the solution for you! Come and take advantage of this opportunity
to expand your knowledge and understanding of your Bargaining Unit Contract.
The Nitty Gritty Articles - Contract 201
What is the nitty gritty at your worksite, and how do you handle it? Questions about shift work? Do
more with less, but no overtime? Just what is "mandatory overtime?" Learn how to read through your contract
and understand the lingo.
Basic Grievance Handling
Have no fear! Don't get grief at work! Find out what is grievable and what isn't. Know what your rights
are and what aren't. Find out how the whole process works during this very important course on Basic
Grievance Handling.
Handling Complaints and Grievances
Is this a Grievance or a Gripe? Refresh your memory! How do you tie in what you know and what you do
with the Union Agent? Learn hands-on ways to handle each of these situations.
Advanced: Chapter 89 - Collective Bargaining, What's That?
Our right to have a union and a contract...it's the LAW!...and is tied directly to our Hawaii State
Constitution! How did that happen? How does it "trump" other laws or rules? What does that mean for
our contract? Who has the power? What kind of power? Find out how you are making history.