College Credit Plus. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 3365 et seq., the District shall participate in the College Credit Plus (CCP) program and shall offer college level courses to students in grades 7 through 12 in accordance with the following provisions: 1. The Administration will publicize the application process (including any deadline) to staff members. 2. The Administration, at its discretion, will select the successful applicant(s) and the educational institution and program in which such applicant(s) will participate. The Board will reimburse each participant for required tuition and fees (but not textbooks and supplies) upon submission of appropriate documentation to the Board’s Treasurer. As a condition for reimbursement, the participant must complete the program and pass any course taken with a grade of “C” or better (or a passing grade if the course is graded on pass/fail basis). 3. After completion of the program, the participant is obligated to remain employed by the Board for a period of three (3) years. For this purpose, “year” is defined as at least one hundred twenty (120) workdays on paid status within a particular school year. If the participant fails to fulfill this commitment, the board is entitled to recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost incurred under the preceding paragraph for each year of the three-year commitment not met. For example, if the participant remains employed for only two (2) years, the Board will recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost. This recoupment provision will be waived, however, if the commitment is unmet because of the participant’s death and may be waived for extenuating circumstances with Board approval. 4. No evaluation conducted by an institution of higher education (IHE) will be utilized in the District evaluation of a bargaining unit member. However, he/she may provide information from the IHE evaluation as evidence of competencies in his/her District evaluation. Any evaluation performed by the IHE shall be kept separate from the employee’s personnel file, unless inclusion is requested by the member in writing. No employee shall be terminated, non-renewed, or otherwise disciplined based upon the results of the IHE evaluation. 5. CCP instructors will be paid a stipend of $500.00 per course, per semester. The payment will be included in the staff member’s regular paycheck at the conclusion of the semester. The District shall adhere to the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, ODE and ODHE guidelines regarding College Credit Plus requirements; however, the terms of this Contract shall prevail with regard to bargaining unit member rights and responsibilities when participating in the program.
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Samples: Negotiated Agreement, Negotiated Agreement
College Credit Plus. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 3365 et seq., the District shall participate in the College Credit Plus (CCP) program and shall offer college level courses to students in grades 7 through 12 in accordance with the following provisions:
1. The Administration will publicize the application process (including any deadline) to staff members.
2. The Administration, at its discretion, will select the successful applicant(s) and the educational institution and program in which such applicant(s) will participate. The Board will reimburse each participant for required tuition and fees (but not textbooks and supplies) upon submission of appropriate documentation to the Board’s Treasurer. As a condition for reimbursement, the participant must complete the program and pass any course taken with a grade of “C” or better (or a passing grade if the course is graded on pass/fail basis).
3. After completion of the program, the participant is obligated to remain employed by the Board for a period of three (3) years. For this purpose, “year” is defined as at least one hundred twenty (120) workdays on paid status within a particular school year. If the participant fails to fulfill this commitment, the board is entitled to recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost incurred under the preceding paragraph for each year of the three-year commitment not met. For example, if the participant remains employed for only two (2) years, the Board will recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost. This recoupment provision will be waived, however, if the commitment is unmet because of the participant’s death and may be waived for extenuating circumstances with Board approval.
4. No evaluation conducted by an institution of higher education (IHE) will be utilized in the District evaluation of a bargaining unit member. However, he/she may provide information from the IHE evaluation as evidence of competencies in his/her District evaluation. Any evaluation performed by the IHE shall be kept separate from the employee’s personnel file, unless inclusion is requested by the member in writing. No employee shall be terminated, non-renewed, or otherwise disciplined based upon the results of the IHE evaluation.
5. CCP instructors will be paid a stipend of $500.00 per course, per semester. The payment will be included in the staff member’s regular paycheck at the conclusion of the semester. The District shall adhere to the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, ODE and ODHE guidelines regarding College Credit Plus requirements; however, the terms of this Contract shall prevail with regard to bargaining unit member rights and responsibilities when participating in the program.
APPENDIX A. Student Learning Objective (SLO) Template Checklist □ Identifies sources of information about students (e.g., test scores from prior years, results of preassessments) □ Draws upon trend data, if available □ Summarizes the teacher’s analysis of the baseline data by identifying student strengths and weaknesses □ Identifies the class or subgroup of students covered by the SLO □ Describes the student population and considers any contextual factors that may impact student growth □ If subgroups are excluded, explains which students, why they are excluded and if they are covered in another SLO □ Matches the length of the course (e.g., quarter, semester, year) □ Specifies how the SLO will address applicable standards from the highest ranking of the following: (1) Common Core State Standards, (2) Ohio Academic Content Standards, or (3) national standards put forth by education organizations □ Represents the big ideas or domains of the content taught during the interval of instruction □ Identifies core knowledge and skills students are expected to attain as required by the applicable standards (if the SLO is targeted) □ Identifies assessments that have been reviewed by content experts to effectively measure course content and reliably measure student learning as intended □ Selects measures with sufficient “stretch” so that all students may demonstrate learning, or identifies supplemental assessments to cover all ability levels in the course □ Provides a plan for combining assessments if multiple summative assessments are used □ Follows the guidelines for appropriate assessments □ All students in the class have a growth target in at least one SLO □ Uses baseline or pretest data to determine appropriate growth □ Sets developmentally appropriate targets □ Creates tiered targets when appropriate so that all students may demonstrate growth □ Sets ambitious yet attainable targets □ Demonstrates teacher knowledge of students and content □ Explains why target is appropriate for the population □ Addresses observed student needs □ Uses data to identify student needs and determine appropriate growth targets □ Explains how targets align with broader school and district goals □ Sets rigorous expectations for students and teacher(s) As a result of the evaluation process, teachers and evaluators should focus on accelerating and continuing teacher growth through professional development. Professional development should be individualized to the needs of the teacher, and specifically relate to his/her areas of refinement as identified in the teachers’ evaluation. The evaluator should recommend professional development opportunities, and support the teacher by providing resources (e.g., time, financial). Annual Focus These are addressed by the evaluator as appropriate for this teacher. Date Record dates when discussed Areas for Professional Growthsupports needed, resources, professional development Comments during conference with teacher and evaluator are made appropriate to the needs of the teacher.
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Samples: Negotiated Agreement
College Credit Plus. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 3365 et seq., the District shall participate in the A. District-offered College Credit Plus (CCP) program and courses shall offer college level courses to students be considered part of the regular course offerings for each department in grades 7 through 12 in accordance with the following provisions:High School.
1. The Administration will publicize opportunity to teach any CCP course offered by the application process (including any deadline) District during the regular school year shall be offered first to staff membersmembers of the bargaining unit who are qualified to teach the specific course.
2. The Administration, at its discretion, will select the successful applicant(s) and the educational institution and program in which such applicant(s) will participate. The Board will reimburse each participant for required tuition and fees (but not textbooks and supplies) upon submission of appropriate documentation Teachers hired prior to the Board’s Treasurerend of the 2017-2018 school year may choose whether to become qualified to teach CCP courses. As Once the teacher is qualified to teach a condition for reimbursementCCP course offered by the District and accepts such assignment, the participant must complete teacher may be assigned to teach the program class consistent with the assignment of non-CCP classes and pass any course taken in accordance with a grade of “C” or better (or a passing grade if the course is graded on pass/fail basis)A.3.
3. After completion Teachers hired prior to the end of the program, 2017-2018 school year have the participant option to decline teaching CCP annually by a date determined by Administration. Teachers who accept the CCP assignment can only be required to teach 2 courses (whose workload is obligated comparable to remain employed a high school class) per semester unless mutually agreed upon by the Board for a period of three (3) years. For this purpose, “year” is defined as at least one hundred twenty (120) workdays on paid status within a particular school year. If the participant fails to fulfill this commitment, the board is entitled to recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost incurred under the preceding paragraph for each year of the three-year commitment not met. For example, if the participant remains employed for only two (2) years, the Board will recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost. This recoupment provision will be waived, however, if the commitment is unmet because of the participant’s death teacher and may be waived for extenuating circumstances with Board approvaladministration.
4. Teachers hired after the 2017-2018 school year who meet the criteria and are qualified to teach CCP courses, may not refuse such assignment from District administration.
B. No evaluation or observation conducted by an institution of higher education (IHE) will be utilized in the District evaluation of a bargaining unit member. However, he/she may provide information from the IHE evaluation as evidence of competencies in his/her District evaluation. Any evaluation performed by the IHE shall be kept separate from the employee’s personnel file, unless inclusion is requested by the member in writing. No employee shall be terminated, non-renewed, or otherwise disciplined based upon the results of the IHE evaluation.
5C. All bargaining unit members who participate in the CCP program shall be provided professional leave to complete the IHE application process and attend required visits to the IHE or to engage in planning with the cooperating instructor. This shall be compensated at a rate of .0007 of the base per hour if it occurs during a non-contractual day. In addition to the applicable leave, the District shall reimburse the bargaining unit member for all necessary and actual expenses (e.g., mileage, meals, etc.).
D. CCP instructors schedule will follow the High School’s schedule unless the IHE mandates students follow the IHE schedule (i.e. 2-3 days per week of class). If following the IHE’s schedule, required office hours will be paid a stipend of $500.00 per course, per semester. The payment will held by the teacher to meet and conference with students as needed and no additional duties may be included in the staff member’s regular paycheck at the conclusion of the semester. The District shall adhere to the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, ODE and ODHE guidelines regarding College Credit Plus requirements; however, the terms of this Contract shall prevail with regard assigned to bargaining unit member rights members during these times. Students will not be required to attend class on days when the class is not in session. In addition, teachers will not be required to work during the home district’s breaks, weekends, any days outside of school calendar, and responsibilities snow days.
E. The CCP program will be re-evaluated annually by Administration and representatives of the NREA. NORTH ROYALTON CITY SCHOOLS Board of Education 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xxxx Xxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Xxxx 00000 Name Date School Assault leave has been taken in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3319.143 and Article 18 of the Agreement between the North Royalton Board of Education and the North Royalton Education Association. day(s) of assault leave was/were taken beginning on , 20 , and ending on , , 20 . Day Month Year Medical attention required. (was/was not) Written statement embracing all facts was submitted to the principal on If medical attention was obtained, or if your leave was for more than five (5) days, the following information must be stated: Name of Physician Office Address Teacher’s signature Principal’s signature Superintendent’s signature APPENDIX B – GRIEVANCE REPORT North Royalton City Schools Building and Assignment Filing Date GRIEVANT L E V E L 1 Date Grievance Discussed with Supervisor/Principal Date of Grievance Statement of the Alleged Grievance (the precise action or inaction that is claimed to be a violation, misinterpretation or misapplication of the Agreement, or the violation of fair treatment, and reference to the specific contract provision(s) involved, where applicable): Relief sought by the grievant: Date Signature of Grievant Disposition by Principal: Date Signature of Principal Grievant and/or NREA Building or Association Representative Position: DISTRIBUTION:
1. Principal 2. Building or Association Representative 3. Grievant *4. PR&R Committee *Copies 4 and 5 to be forwarded to PR&R Committee *5. Superintendent when participating grievance is processed at Level 2. ALL PROVISIONS MUST BE STRICTLY OBSERVED IN SETTLEMENT OF GRIEVANCE. L E V E L 2 . . . . Date Received by PR & R Committee PR & R Position: Date Signature of PR & R Representative Date Received by Superintendent Disposition by Superintendent: Date Signature of Superintendent Position of Grievant and/or Association: Date Signature of Association Representative (If grievance enters Xxxxx 0, copies of all previous level reports will be filed with the arbiter.) Teacher’s Name To be considered for continuing contract (tenure) status, the following guidelines must be completed.
1. This form, the Continuing Contract (Tenure) Application, must be on file in the programCentral Office by September 30th of the school year when continuing contract (tenure) is requested.
2. A teacher must have on file by March 1st of the school year in which continuing contract (tenure) is requested the following documentation:
A. A Professional or Permanent teaching certificate, or
B. A Professional Educator’s License and documentation of either of the following:
1) If a Master’s degree was not held at the time of initially receiving a teaching certificate or an educator’s license, the applicant must have completed thirty (30) semester hours of course work in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of such certificate or license; or
2) If a Master’s degree was held at the time of initially receiving a teaching certificate or an educator’s license, six (6) semester hours of graduate course work in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of the teaching certificate or license.
C. A letter from the Ohio State Department of Education indicating that a teacher has met all of the requirements for a professional certificate/license can be used in place of the actual certificate/license until the certificate/license is issued. The certificate/license must be on file by October 1st of the following school year or the teacher will not have continuing contract status and must reapply.
1) Holds a professional, senior professional, or lead professional license;
2) Has held an educator’s license for at least seven (7) years; and
3) Has completed either of the following:
(i) If the teacher did not hold a master’s degree at the time of initially receiving an educator license, thirty (30) semester hours of coursework in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of that license, as specified in rules which the state board shall adopt;
(ii) If the teacher held a master’s degree at the time of initially receiving an educator license, six (6) semester hours of graduate coursework in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of that license, as specified in rules which the state board shall adopt.
3. The teacher must have taught for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years in the North Royalton City School District. If the teacher attained continuing contract (tenure) status in another school district or previously in the North Royalton City School District, the teacher must have served at least two (2) years in the North Royalton City School District in order to be eligible for continuing contract (tenure) status, unless upon recommendation of the Superintendent and approval of the Board of Education, continuing contract (tenure) is approved prior to the expiration of this two-year period. By my signature below, I affirm that I meet the terms and conditions to be eligible for continuing contract (tenure) status during this school year, as set forth above. I further affirm that by March 1st of the school year I will provide all appropriate documentation to evidence appropriate certification, or licensure, and course work to qualify for continuing contract (tenure) status. Teacher’s Signature Date Principal’s Signature Date Director of Personnel’s Signature Date
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
College Credit Plus. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 3365 et seq., the District shall participate in the A. District-offered College Credit Plus (CCP) program and courses shall offer college level courses to students be considered part of the regular course offerings for each department in grades 7 through 12 in accordance with the following provisions:High School.
1. The Administration will publicize opportunity to teach any CCP course offered by the application process (including any deadline) District during the regular school year shall be offered first to staff membersmembers of the bargaining unit who are qualified to teach the specific course.
2. The Administration, at its discretion, will select the successful applicant(s) and the educational institution and program in which such applicant(s) will participate. The Board will reimburse each participant for required tuition and fees (but not textbooks and supplies) upon submission of appropriate documentation Teachers hired prior to the Board’s Treasurerend of the 2017-2018 school year may choose whether to become qualified to teach CCP courses. As Once the teacher is qualified to teach a condition for reimbursementCCP course offered by the District and accepts such assignment, the participant must complete teacher may be assigned to teach the program class consistent with the assignment of non-CCP classes and pass any course taken in accordance with a grade of “C” or better (or a passing grade if the course is graded on pass/fail basis)A.3.
3. After completion Teachers hired prior to the end of the program, 2017-2018 school year have the participant option to decline teaching CCP annually by a date determined by Administration. Teachers who accept the CCP assignment can only be required to teach 2 courses (whose workload is obligated comparable to remain employed a high school class) per semester unless mutually agreed upon by the Board for a period of three (3) years. For this purpose, “year” is defined as at least one hundred twenty (120) workdays on paid status within a particular school year. If the participant fails to fulfill this commitment, the board is entitled to recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost incurred under the preceding paragraph for each year of the three-year commitment not met. For example, if the participant remains employed for only two (2) years, the Board will recoup thirty three percent (33%) of its reimbursement cost. This recoupment provision will be waived, however, if the commitment is unmet because of the participant’s death teacher and may be waived for extenuating circumstances with Board approvaladministration.
4. Teachers hired after the 2017-2018 school year who meet the criteria and are qualified to teach CCP courses, may not refuse such assignment from District administration.
B. No evaluation or observation conducted by an institution of higher education (IHE) will be utilized in the District evaluation of a bargaining unit member. However, he/she may provide information from the IHE evaluation as evidence of competencies in his/her District evaluation. Any evaluation performed by the IHE shall be kept separate from the employee’s personnel file, unless inclusion is requested by the member in writing. No employee shall be terminated, non-renewed, or otherwise disciplined based upon the results of the IHE evaluation.
5C. All bargaining unit members who participate in the CCP program shall be provided professional leave to complete the IHE application process and attend required visits to the IHE or to engage in planning with the cooperating instructor. This shall be compensated at a rate of .0007 of the base per hour if it occurs during a non-contractual day. In addition to the applicable leave, the District shall reimburse the bargaining unit member for all necessary and actual expenses (e.g., mileage, meals, etc.).
D. CCP instructors schedule will follow the High School’s schedule unless the IHE mandates students follow the IHE schedule (i.e. 2-3 days per week of class). If following the IHE’s schedule, required office hours will be paid a stipend of $500.00 per course, per semester. The payment will held by the teacher to meet and conference with students as needed and no additional duties may be included in the staff member’s regular paycheck at the conclusion of the semester. The District shall adhere to the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, ODE and ODHE guidelines regarding College Credit Plus requirements; however, the terms of this Contract shall prevail with regard assigned to bargaining unit member rights members during these times. Students will not be required to attend class on days when the class is not in session. In addition, teachers will not be required to work during the home district’s breaks, weekends, any days outside of school calendar, and responsibilities snow days.
E. The CCP program will be re-evaluated annually by Administration and representatives of the NREA. NORTH ROYALTON CITY SCHOOLS Board of Education 0000 Xxxxxxxx Xxxx North Royalton, Ohio 44133 Name Date School Assault leave has been taken in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3319.143 and Article 18 of the Agreement between the North Royalton Board of Education and the North Royalton Education Association. day(s) of assault leave was/were taken beginning on , 20 , and ending on , , 20 . Day Month Year Medical attention required. (was/was not) Written statement embracing all facts was submitted to the principal on If medical attention was obtained, or if your leave was for more than five (5) days, the following information must be stated: Name of Physician Office Address Teacher’s signature Principal’s signature Superintendent’s signature APPENDIX B – GRIEVANCE REPORT North Royalton City Schools Building and Assignment Filing Date GRIEVANT L E V E L 1 Date Grievance Discussed with Supervisor/Principal Date of Grievance Statement of the Alleged Grievance (the precise action or inaction that is claimed to be a violation, misinterpretation or misapplication of the Agreement, or the violation of fair treatment, and reference to the specific contract provision(s) involved, where applicable): Relief sought by the grievant: Date Signature of Grievant Disposition by Principal: Date Signature of Principal Grievant and/or NREA Building or Association Representative Position: DISTRIBUTION:
1. Principal 2. Building or Association Representative 3. Grievant *4. PR&R Committee *Copies 4 and 5 to be forwarded to PR&R Committee *5. Superintendent when participating grievance is processed at Level 2. ALL PROVISIONS MUST BE STRICTLY OBSERVED IN SETTLEMENT OF GRIEVANCE. L E V E L 2 . . . . Date Received by PR & R Committee PR & R Position: Date Signature of PR & R Representative Date Received by Superintendent Disposition by Superintendent: Date Signature of Superintendent Position of Grievant and/or Association: Date Signature of Association Representative (If grievance enters Level 3, copies of all previous level reports will be filed with the arbiter.) Teacher’s Name To be considered for continuing contract (tenure) status, the following guidelines must be completed.
1. This form, the Continuing Contract (Tenure) Application, must be on file in the programCentral Office by September 30th of the school year when continuing contract (tenure) is requested.
2. A teacher must have on file by March 1st of the school year in which continuing contract (tenure) is requested the following documentation:
A. A Professional or Permanent teaching certificate, or
B. A Professional Educator’s License and documentation of either of the following:
1) If a Master’s degree was not held at the time of initially receiving a teaching certificate or an educator’s license, the applicant must have completed thirty (30) semester hours of course work in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of such certificate or license; or
2) If a Master’s degree was held at the time of initially receiving a teaching certificate or an educator’s license, six (6) semester hours of graduate course work in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of the teaching certificate or license.
C. A letter from the Ohio State Department of Education indicating that a teacher has met all of the requirements for a professional certificate/license can be used in place of the actual certificate/license until the certificate/license is issued. The certificate/license must be on file by October 1st of the following school year or the teacher will not have continuing contract status and must reapply.
1) Holds a professional, senior professional, or lead professional license;
2) Has held an educator’s license for at least seven (7) years; and
3) Has completed either of the following:
(i) If the teacher did not hold a master’s degree at the time of initially receiving an educator license, thirty (30) semester hours of coursework in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of that license, as specified in rules which the state board shall adopt;
(ii) If the teacher held a master’s degree at the time of initially receiving an educator license, six (6) semester hours of graduate coursework in the area of licensure or in an area related to the teaching field since the initial issuance of that license, as specified in rules which the state board shall adopt.
3. The teacher must have taught for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years in the North Royalton City School District. If the teacher attained continuing contract (tenure) status in another school district or previously in the North Royalton City School District, the teacher must have served at least two (2) years in the North Royalton City School District in order to be eligible for continuing contract (tenure) status, unless upon recommendation of the Superintendent and approval of the Board of Education, continuing contract (tenure) is approved prior to the expiration of this two-year period. By my signature below, I affirm that I meet the terms and conditions to be eligible for continuing contract (tenure) status during this school year, as set forth above. I further affirm that by March 1st of the school year I will provide all appropriate documentation to evidence appropriate certification, or licensure, and course work to qualify for continuing contract (tenure) status. Teacher’s Signature Date Principal’s Signature Date Director of Personnel’s Signature Date
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
