Common use of Educational Leaves of Absence Clause in Contracts

Educational Leaves of Absence. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-time educational leave of absence without pay for an initial period of time up to two (2) years. An employee denied a medical leave of absence, or extension, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this Section. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating to full-time status. Before the leave of absence can become effective, a curriculum plan and proof of enrollment must be submitted by the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delay. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. Employees may also request approval for an education leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. a. New Careers Educational Leave Employees at downsizing agencies shall be entitled to up to a two (2) year educational leave of absence which may or may not be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of employment shall be given assistance by the Employer in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligible.

Educational Leaves of Absence. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-time educational leave of absence without pay for an initial period of time up to two (2) years. An employee denied a medical leave of absence, or extension, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this Section. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating to full-time status. Before the leave of absence can become effective, a curriculum plan and proof of enrollment must be submitted by the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delay. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. Employees may also request approval for an education leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave, however, upon written request, they shall be entitled to have their name placed on the Departmental recall list in accordance with Article 13 provided such request is made within two (2) years of the commencement of the leave. Employees recalled under this provision shall not have such time treated as a break in service. a. New Careers Educational Leave Employees at downsizing agencies shall be entitled to up to a two (2) year educational leave of absence which may or may not be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. However, upon written request, they shall be entitled to have their name placed on the Department and Statewide recall lists in accordance with Article 13 provided such request is made within two (2) years of the commencement of the leave. Employees recalled under this provision shall not have such time treated as a break in service. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of employment shall be given assistance by the Employer in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligible.

Educational Leaves of Absence. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-time educational leave of absence without pay for an initial period of time up to two (2) years. An employee denied years to work toward an Associates Degree or a medical leave of absence, or extension, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this SectionBaccalaureate Degree and/or any advanced degree. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating to full-time status. Before the leave of absence can become effective, a curriculum plan and proof of enrollment must be submitted by the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentfield of employment. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delayin accordance with Section B. of this Article. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. The Employer may approve a leave of absence for an additional educational purpose under the conditions described in this Section. Employees may also request approval for an education educational leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentfield of employment. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. a. New Careers Educational Leave Employees at downsizing agencies , however, upon written request, they shall be entitled to up to a two have their name placed on the Departmental Recall List in accordance with Article 12 provided such request is made within four (24) year educational leave years of absence which may or may not be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentcommencement of the leave. Employees granted a leave of absence recalled under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised such time treated as a break in writing before going on the leave. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of employment shall be given assistance by the Employer in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligibleservice.

Educational Leaves of Absence. Associates will be granted Educational Leaves of Absence under the following conditions: a. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-time educational leave associate must have at least one year of absence without pay for an initial period seniority when the first Educational Leave of time up Absence is granted. b. Educational Leaves of Absence will be granted only to two (2) yearsattend accredited colleges and universities. An employee denied a medical leave of absenceThe associate will, or extensionupon request, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this Section. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating to full-time status. Before the leave of absence can become effective, a curriculum plan and furnish proof of enrollment must and attendance at such institutions. c. Each Educational Leave of Absence will be submitted by for a period equal to the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request school term or semester of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on college or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delay. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. Employees may also request approval for an education leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave university attended and shall be so advised in writing before going on writing. Copies of granted Leaves will be furnished to the leaveUnion. a. New Careers d. Associates who are granted Educational Leave Employees at downsizing agencies Leaves of Absence will be expected to return to active employment during the summer months. Such associates need not be permitted to return to work during short term breaks of less than 30 days during the school year. Article VIII e. Associates will be granted Educational Leaves of Absence for a total period equal to their periods of active employment. Seniority shall accumulate during such Leaves, but shall not accumulate for more than a total of four years because of such Leaves. f. Associates who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence shall be entitled eligible for Holiday Pay under the same conditions as an associate who is on Leave of Absence for Illness or Injury. g. Associates who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence shall be eligible for Vacation Pay based upon their accumulated seniority. Such associates will be paid such vacation pay during their Leave of Absence rather than during the summer months. h. Associates granted Educational Leaves of Absence will be permitted to up continue their own and their dependents' insurance at their own expense. Payments will be made in advance at the current established rates. i. Educational Leaves of Absence will be granted to a two (2) year educational leave attend Union sponsored schools and training programs, provided the number and duration of absence which may or may such Leaves will not be directly related harmful to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentoperation of the Plant(s) and Department(s) to which such associate(s) is assigned. Employees granted a leave of absence If requested Leave under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of paragraph is denied, the leave and shall Union may file a grievance to commence at Step 3. Such grievance will be so advised in writing before going on the leave. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of employment shall be given assistance by the Employer in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligible.expedited as follows:

Educational Leaves of Absence. Employees will be granted Educational Leaves of Absence under the following conditions: a. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-time educational leave of absence without pay for an initial period of time up to two (2) years. An employee denied a medical leave of absence, or extension, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this Section. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must have at least one year of seniority when the first Educational Leave of Absence is granted. b. Educational Leaves of Absence will be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating granted only to full-time statusattend accredited colleges and universities. Before the leave of absence can become effectiveThe employee will, a curriculum plan and upon request, furnish proof of enrollment must and attendance at such institutions. c. Each Educational Leave of Absence will be submitted by for a period equal to the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request school term or semester of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on college or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delay. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. Employees may also request approval for an education leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave university attended and shall be so advised in writing before going on writing. Copies of granted Leaves will be furnished to the leaveUnion. a. New Careers d. Employees who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence will be expected to return to active employment during the summer months. Such employees need not be permitted to return to work during short term breaks of less than 30 days during the school year. e. Employees will be granted Educational Leaves of Absence for a total period equal to their periods of active employment. Seniority shall accumulate during such Leaves, but shall not accumulate for more than a total of four years because of such Leaves. f. Employees who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence shall be eligible for Holiday Pay under the same conditions as an employee who is on Leave of Absence for Illness or Injury. g. Employees who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence shall be eligible for Vacation Pay based upon their accumulated seniority. Such employees will be paid such vacation pay during their Leave of Absence rather than during the summer months. h. Employees granted Educational Leaves of Absence will be permitted to continue their own and their dependents' insurance at their own expense. Payments will be made in advance at the current established rates. i. Educational Leaves of Absence will be granted to attend Union sponsored schools and training programs, provided the number and duration of such Leaves will not be harmful to the operation of the Plant(s) and Department(s) to which such employee(s) is assigned. If requested Leave under this paragraph is denied, the Union may file a grievance to commence at Step 3. Such grievance will be expedited as follows: 1. The 3rd step meeting will be scheduled by the Company as soon as practical and no later than the second work day after receipt of the grievance. 2. The Company's answer to the grievance will be given the same day as the 3rd step meeting. 3. The parties will make every effort to agree upon an Arbitrator who can hold a hearing quickly. 4. Both sides will waive the right to file post-hearing briefs so that the Arbitrator may issue an immediate decision. j. Educational Leave Employees of Absence will be granted to attend educational training courses at downsizing agencies shall be entitled tax-supported trade, vocational, or technical schools, or such other institutions mutually agreeable to up to a two (2) year educational leave of absence which may or may not be directly the parties, provided such training is related to an employable classification in skills used, or expected to be used, within the employee's Department. Company. k. Employees granted a leave Educational Leaves of absence under this provision Absence of 60 days or less shall not have retain employment rights to the job classification which they were assigned prior to the beginning of such Leave. If such Leave is for more than 60 days, they shall release all claim to the job classification they were assigned prior to such leave, but upon return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of to active employment shall be given assistance by the Employer permitted to exercise seniority bump rights in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligibleaccord with Article V, Section 6 to claim a job classification.

Educational Leaves of Absence. Associates will be granted Educational Leaves of Absence under the following conditions: a. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-time educational leave associate must have at least one year of absence without pay for an initial period seniority when the first Educational Leave of time up Absence is granted. b. Educational Leaves of Absence will be granted only to two (2) yearsattend accredited colleges and universities. An employee denied a medical leave of absenceThe associate will, or extensionupon request, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this Section. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating to full-time status. Before the leave of absence can become effective, a curriculum plan and furnish proof of enrollment must and attendance at such institutions. c. Each Educational Leave of Absence will be submitted by for a period equal to the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request school term or semester of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on college or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delay. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. Employees may also request approval for an education leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Department. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave university attended and shall be so advised in writing before going on writing. Copies of granted Leaves will be furnished to the leaveUnion. a. New Careers d. Associates who are granted Educational Leave Employees at downsizing agencies Leaves of Absence will be expected to return to active employment during the summer months. Such associates need not be permitted to return to work during short term breaks of less than 30 days during the school year. e. Associates will be granted Educational Leaves of Absence for a total period equal to their periods of active employment. Seniority shall accumulate during such Leaves, but shall not accumulate for more than a total of four years because of such Leaves. f. Associates who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence shall be entitled eligible for Holiday Pay under the same conditions as an associate who is on Leave of Absence for Illness or Injury. g. Associates who are granted Educational Leaves of Absence shall be eligible for Vacation Pay based upon their accumulated seniority. Such associates will be paid such vacation pay during their Leave of Absence rather than during the summer months. h. Associates granted Educational Leaves of Absence will be permitted to up continue their own and their dependents' insurance at their own expense. Payments will be made in advance at the current established rates. i. Educational Leaves of Absence will be granted to a two (2) year educational leave attend Union sponsored schools and training programs, provided the number and duration of absence which may or may such Leaves will not be directly harmful to the operation of the Plant(s) and Department(s) to which such associate(s) is assigned. If requested Leave under this paragraph is denied, the Union may file a grievance to commence at Step 3. Such grievance will be expedited as follows: 1. The 3rd step meeting will be scheduled by the Company as soon as practical and no later than the second work day after receipt of the grievance. 2. The Company's answer to the grievance will be given the same day as the 3rd step meeting. 3. The parties will make every effort to agree upon an Arbitrator who can hold a hearing quickly. 4. Both sides will waive the right to file post-hearing briefs so that the Arbitrator may issue an immediate decision. j. Educational Leaves of Absence will be granted to attend educational training courses at tax-supported trade, vocational, or technical schools, or such other institutions mutually agreeable to the parties, provided such training is related to an employable skills used, or expected to be used, within the Company. k. Associates granted Educational Leaves of Absence of 60 days or less shall retain employment rights to the job classification in which they were assigned prior to the employee's Departmentbeginning of such Leave. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision If such Leave is for more than 60 days, they shall not have release all claim to the job classification they were assigned prior to such leave, but upon return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of to active employment shall be given assistance by the Employer permitted to exercise seniority bump rights in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligibleaccord with Article V, Section 6 to claim a job classification.

Educational Leaves of Absence. The Employer may approve an individual employee's written request for a full-full- time educational leave of absence without pay for an initial period of time up to two (2) years. An employee denied years to work toward an Associates Degree or a medical leave of absence, or extension, shall have an educational leave approved, provided they meet the requirements of this SectionBaccalaureate Degree and/or any advanced degree. To qualify for such an educational leave, the employee must be admitted as a full-time student as determined by the established requirements of the educational institution relating to full-time status. Before the leave of absence can become effective, a curriculum plan and proof of enrollment must be submitted by the employee to his/her Appointing Authority. At the request of the Employer, the employee shall provide evidence of continuous successful full-time enrollment in such curriculum plan in order to remain on or renew such leave. Such education shall be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentfield of employment. Such employee may return early from such a leave upon approval by the Employer. The Employer shall approve or deny the request for leave of absence without undue delayin accordance with Section B. of this Article. Any denial shall include a written explanation of the denial, if requested by the employee. The Employer may approve a leave of absence for an additional educational purpose under the conditions described in this Section. Employees may also request approval for an education educational leave for education which is not directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentfield of employment. Employees granted a leave of absence under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised in writing before going on the leave. a. New Careers Educational Leave Employees at downsizing agencies ; however, upon written request, they shall be entitled to up to a two have their name placed on the Departmental Recall List in accordance with Article 12 provided such request is made within four (24) year educational leave years of absence which may or may not be directly related to an employable classification in the employee's Departmentcommencement of the leave. Employees granted a leave of absence recalled under this provision shall not have return rights upon expiration of the leave and shall be so advised such time treated as a break in writing before going on the leave. Employees who complete a course of study which may make them eligible for employment in a different field of employment shall be given assistance by the Employer in getting their names on Civil Service registers for classifications for which they are eligibleservice.