Common use of Conference or Convention Leave Clause in Contracts

Conference or Convention Leave. In the interest of promoting professional development, the Board, within budget limitations, will provide staff development release days to accomplish established staff professional development objectives. Teachers must secure the approval of their principals to be excused from their regular teaching assignments for the purpose of attending conferences, workshops, or seminars and/or to observe other instructional techniques and programs. Teachers who desire to miss school for such purposes will complete an application for absence at least five (5) days in advance.

Conference or Convention Leave. In the interest of promoting professional development, the Board, within budget limitations, will provide staff staff development release days to accomplish established staff staff professional development objectives. Teachers must secure the approval of their principals to be excused from their regular teaching assignments for the purpose of attending conferences, workshops, or seminars and/or to observe other instructional techniques and programs. Teachers who desire to miss school for such purposes will complete an application for absence at least five (5) days in advance.