Common use of Proper Cause and Progressive Discipline Clause in Contracts

Proper Cause and Progressive Discipline. Employees may only be disciplined for just (proper) cause. The District shall follow the principles of progressive discipline as contained in this Article.

Proper Cause and Progressive Discipline. Employees may only be disciplined for just (proper) cause. The District shall follow the principles of progressive discipline as contained in this Article, and shall apply discipline in a fair and equitable manner consistent with Article 59 (Non-Discrimination, which is inclusive of the Board’s October, 2021 statement on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion).