Excessive Absenteeism/Abandonment of Position. An unauthorized absence for three consecutive workdays, where such absence is not reported as prescribed by bureau/office procedures, shall be evidence of abandonment of position. Unauthorized absences totaling five or more workdays during the previous 12-month period shall be evidence of excessive absenteeism. Either of the foregoing shall constitute grounds for which the School Board may terminate employment. Absences due to emergencies, or circumstances beyond the employee's control, will be given full consideration. An employee recommended for termination under this provision shall have the right to request of the Superintendent’s designee, a review of the facts concerning the unauthorized leave. Such right shall exist for a period of 10 working days after first being notified by the Office of Professional Standards.
