Reporting Allegations of Educator Misconduct
The following information pertains to Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) §8-54-9.16(b), §8-54-9.16(c), §8-54-9.17(a)(4), the Hawaii Administrative Rules Regarding Educator Misconduct Reporting, and the Model Code of Ethics for Educators.
To report allegations of educator misconduct, submit one of the following written reports. Anonymous reports and/or complaints cannot be accepted. Please reference the following documents for your information and review:
- Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules Regarding Educator Misconduct Reporting
- Model Code of Ethics for Educators
| Mandated Self-Report of Violation from Educator |
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Duty to report: Pursuant to Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) §8-54-9.16(c), this report shall be completed by the licensed educator, permit holder, or emergency hire, within thirty (30) calendar days.
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| Mandated Report of Violation from Superintendent/Administrator |
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Duty to report: Pursuant to Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) §8-54-9.16(b), this report shall be completed by the Hawaiʻi Department of Education Superintendent or Hawaiʻi Public Charter School Administrator or their designee. Doing so fulfills your legal obligations under HAR §8-54-9.16.
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| Report of Violation from Individuals Who Witness an Alleged Violation |
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Pursuant to Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) §8-54-9.17(a)(4), you must have witnessed the alleged violation.
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