Professional Improvement Activities. a. Applicants shall submit a program of academic study for sabbatical leave and shall undertake a full program of at least twelve (12) hours of graduate study per semester. The program shall be designed to increase the teacher’s knowledge in the area of his/her current teaching assignment. b. Applicants who desire to travel must submit a complete statement of the proposed itinerary. Acceptable travel is defined as travel in foreign countries or travel that will enrich the teacher’s experience and understanding of other peoples and other cultures. Such travel shall be for at least twelve (12) hours of graduate study per semester from an accredited university or the Nevada Department of Education re-certification division; or be a part of the total hours earned under the requirements paragraph (a). All requirements of paragraph (a) will need to be completed. c. The purpose of sabbatical leave shall be flexible enough to provide for the needs of the individual and schools. Unusual cases should be given special consideration by the Superintendent and Board of Trustees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
