Duration of Leave. Leaves granted for maternity, paternity and adoption shall not extend beyond one (1) calendar year except when the expiration date would occur after April 15, in which case the leave may be extended until the first duty day for employees of the next school year, unless an earlier return date is approved by the appropriate superintendent. Failure to return to duty upon termination of leave shall be considered grounds for discharge.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement