Common use of Sabbatical Leave Clause in Contracts

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of request, the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may Schools will recommend to the Board that such leave be granted to members not fewer than one teacher during a given school year for full-time study, including study in another area of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)specialization, the teacher(s)or for travel, involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly research or other educational endeavors that will be of value to the BOARD.school system, subject to the following conditions: 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests1. If deniedthere be sufficient qualified applicants, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves leave will be granted simultaneouslyto not fewer than one teacher during a given school year. Priority shall be given to the applicant on the basis of the number of years of teaching service in Xxxxxxx County. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 2. Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1writing, and action must in such form as may be taken by the BOARD required, no later than March 151 of the school year preceding the year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. An applicant who intends to pursue a program other than formal study must present a comprehensive proposal of the proposed program. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical 3. The teacher has completed at least five (5) full years of service in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundXxxxxxx County School System. 4. A final determination teacher on sabbatical leave (either for one- half (1/2) of a school year or for a full school year) will be made no less than three weeks before paid by the sabbatical is scheduled Board at one-half (1/2) the salary rate which the teacher would have received if the teacher had remained on active duty, provided that such teacher agrees to begin. Any determination return to delay employment in the Xxxxxxx County School System for a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32period of two years. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for 5. Upon return from sabbatical leave, a teacher will be placed on the salary schedule at the level which the teacher will agree in writing to continue working would have achieved had the teacher remained actively employed in the system during the period of absence. The teacher will be restored to the same position, if requested in writing by June 1 or thirty (30) days prior to the date of return if less than a year. All other conditions of employment provided to active teachers will also be restored. 6. Group hospitalization and medical insurance, including disability income protection and group term life insurance, will continue while on sabbatical leave. 7. An agreement will be signed by the participating partners. Individuals must indicate within thirty days of being awarded the sabbatical that they plan to accept and agree to the terms of the sabbatical. If an individual should decline the sabbatical before August 1, the sabbatical will be offered to another qualified applicant with the priority given on the basis of the number of years with the Xxxxxxx County School System. If the teacher receiving sabbatical leave does not return to employment within the Xxxxxxx County School System for at least two (2) years. Upon , the teacher's return, he/she agreement will be paid on require the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report teacher to pay to the Xxxxxxx County Board of Education a prorated share of the sabbatical will leave money on the basis of years of service following return from such leave. Such payments shall be made to within a year if the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of teacher does not fulfill the leaveagreement. 8. A teacher may be only granted a sabbatical once during a ten-year period.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon A. On the recommendation of the Superintendent Superintendent, the Board may grant teachers with seven (7) or more years of Schoolsservice in the schools of Maine R.S.U. #40/M.S.A.D. #40 up to one (1) year's sabbatical leave of absence for the purpose of planned study, professional advancement, and/or a course of study to be better qualified by education and culture to meet the District's goals. B. There shall be no more than the equivalent of two (2) full-time teachers on sabbatical leaves may leave at any one time. C. A teacher granted sabbatical leave will receive his/her teaching salary for that particular contract year. The teacher shall also receive (i) paid health insurance benefits, (ii) seniority credit, and (iii) experience credit on the salary schedule. The teacher shall not receive any other benefits such as sick leave, bereavement leave, personal leave, or course reimbursement. D. Sabbatical leave shall not be granted to members unless request for sabbatical leave has been received in writing, at the office of the bargaining unit by Superintendent, on or before February 1st of the BOARDyear preceding the contract year for which the teacher has requested sabbatical leave. Should The Board shall decide whether to grant or deny the sabbatical leave request(s) not later than the first Monday in May and the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), will notify the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDteacher in writing promptly thereafter. 38.2 E. The BOARD will budget Board shall require a teacher to return as an employee of Maine R.S.U. #40/M.S.A.D. #40 for a period of three (3) years as a precondition to granting sabbatical leaves annuallyleave and any teacher taking said leave shall be conclusively deemed to have agreed to same. The BOARD may grant up Any teacher failing to so return or failing to complete the three (3) sabbaticals annually based year requirement shall be liable to R.S.U. #40/M.S.A.D. #40 for the complete amount of his/her sabbatical stipend, on a prorated basis. In the merit of these requestsevent the teacher fails to complete the return obligation including the costs he/she shall be liable for costs, on a prorated basis, for any provided benefits that the District furnished to the teacher during the sabbatical. The teacher shall sign an agreement to that effect prior to commencing sabbatical leave. If deniedthe teacher dies or is unable to return or continue teaching and receives a Maine State Retirement System's disability retirement, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject required to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) yearsfulfill this repayment obligation. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.Part Five: Grievance

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation Sabbatical leave will be available, subject to approval of the Superintendent Board o f Education, if the following provisions have been met: a. Employees must be tenured with a minimum of Schoolsseven years service in the District. b. The purpose o f the leave is for study, sabbatical leaves may be granted educational travel, research or other activity, which will clearly contribute to members improving the competency of the bargaining unit by employee in relation to his/her responsibilities in the BOARDXxxxxx- Xxxxxxxxxx Central School District. Should The application must include a description of the Superintendent fail activities and show how such will contribute to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly better performance upon return to duty. c. The teacher agrees to return to the BOARDDistrict after the sabbatical for a period of at least two years. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) d. It has been at least seven years since the individual has last had a sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidatesleave. 38.3 e. No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves one elementary or one secondary teacher shall be on leave at any one time, except under very unusual circumstances approved by the Board of Education. f. Applications must be submitted prior to April 1 o f the year preceding the school year in which leave is desired. g. Applications will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 submitted to a screening committee composed o f one elementary teacher, one secondary teacher, the elementary supervisor and the secondary principal. The teacher must have completed committee will review the application within five (5) consecutive years in school days of receipt to verify that criteria have been met, and all applications meeting the Portsmouth School Systemcriteria will be forwarded to the Board of Education for action. Any application not meeting the criteria is to be returned within five (5) school days to the applicant with a notation as to why it does not meet the criteria. Applicants will be notified within two (2) months of receipt of the application by the Board as to its action. 38.5 The teacher will h. Leave may be paid half salary with full benefits for a onefull year at half-year leave pay or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for at full pay. Monies paid the teacher while on leave must shall be received considered as a loan secured by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be Promissory Note made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject payable to the grievance procedure outlined Xxxxxx-Xxxxxxxxxx Central School District. Such note shall be cancelled in Article 32. 38.8 Requests the event of death or permanent disability at any time prior to two years following the ending of the leave. It shall be cancelled at the rate o f 50% for sabbatical leave each year of service during the two years immediately following the end o f the leave. Under special circumstances a teacher may be granted by leave without pay and the BOARD time limit extended for any reason; however, the leave must be cancellation of a significant nature the note. Failure o f the teacher to return to service in the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxxxxxx Central School District (without prior approval of the Board of Education) and valuefailure to complete the required two years service shall result in the appropriate uncancelled portion of this note becoming immediately due and payable. 38.9 Before leaving for i. Upon his/her return from sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the a teacher's return, he/she salary will be paid on the step same as he/she would have received if had the period of his/her leave had not been taken. A report of spent in the sabbatical school system, and he/she will be made returned to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of same position which was held at the leavetime said leave commenced, or to a substantially equivalent position.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon A. Any teacher who shall have completed seven (7) or more years of continuous full time service in any professional capacity in Xxxxxxx Public Schools, may, after filing the appropriate form, and upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schoolssuperintendent, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members leave of the bargaining unit absence by the BOARD. Should Board for up to one (1) full year for study at, or under the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)auspices of, the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly an accredited institution. B. Application for such leave shall be made before November 1st prior to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget year for three (3) sabbatical leaves annuallywhich such absence is requested. The BOARD may grant up Such application shall be made upon a form furnished by the Board, and shall indicate a program, approved by the Board, to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on be followed by the merit teacher during the period of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received C. Applicants shall agree to abide by all conditions determined upon by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15Board to govern such leaves of absence. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted D. As a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled condition to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical such leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall enter into a contract to continue working in the system service of the Xxxxxxx Public Schools for a period of at least two (2) yearsyears after the expiration of the leave of absence. Upon Failing to so continue in service, the teacher shall repay to the Board the full salary received while on leave. E. The Board shall have the right to fix the duration of the leave and the compensation to be paid during such leave at a rate not in excess of one-half (½) salary for the leave period, which shall not exceed one (1) year. From such salary shall be deducted monthly the regular deductions for the Teacher’s Pension, one-half (½) the cost of medical coverage premium, and other deductions authorized by the teacher's return. Salary payments shall be made in accordance with the schedule for payment of salaries in the school system. F. Not more than one (1) teacher shall be granted sabbatical leave for the same year. Exceptions may be made at the discretion of the administration and the Board of Education. G. If more than one (1) teacher of the system shall apply for leave, he/she selection shall be made on the basis of benefits to the school system. At all times the needs of the school system as a whole shall be paramount. H. Teachers on such leave may associate for compensation with any person, persons, or organization during the sabbatical year, providing the Board gives prior written approval for such association. I. Teachers on such leave shall make written reports as mutually agreed upon with the superintendent prior to the approval of the sabbatical. J. Teachers on such leave will be paid on considered as in the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report employ of the sabbatical Board of Education of Xxxxxxx Borough, and the time thus spent shall count as regular service toward retirement, but will not receive other monetary benefits included in the contract. X. Xxxx leave of absence may be made rescinded by the Board at its discretion at any time during the year for which it is granted when in the judgment of the Board the conditions under which it was granted are not being met. Thirty (30) days notice of such rescinding action shall be given to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveteacher.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 33.01 The Board may grant sabbatical leave to a Teacher who has demonstrated a high level of the Superintendent of Schoolscompetence in his/her employment and therefore, sabbatical leaves encourages worthy applications. The Board is not obliged to grant such leave and a Teacher is not entitled, as a right, to leave under these regulations. 33.02 Sabbatical leave may be granted for the purpose of approved study or activity. The Board reserves the right to members determine if such leave is in the best interests of the bargaining unit by school system and the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the SuperintendentBoard's decision directly to the BOARDin this regard is final. 38.2 The BOARD will budget 33.03 To qualify for three (3) a sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If deniedleave, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must a Teacher shall have completed a minimum of five (5) consecutive continuous years of full-time service in the Portsmouth employ of The Hastings and Xxxxxx Xxxxxx District School SystemBoard or its predecessor Boards immediately prior to the time of application. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year 33.04 A Teacher desiring sabbatical leave or full pay shall apply in writing to the Director, giving reasons and benefits for a half-year details regarding the purpose of the proposed leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by 33.04.01 Prior to making final recommendations to the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1Board, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15Director of Education will meet with Teacher representatives to discuss all applications. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that 33.04.02 Should the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's returnapplicant so desire, he/she may request a review by the Program and Human Resources Committee. 33.05 Application for sabbatical leave must be made not later than November 15th for its beginning, at the earliest, the following September. Applications recommended by the Director of Education shall be placed before the Board for decisions at a January Board Meeting. 33.06 Selection of applicants for Sabbatical Leave (in addition to the requirements listed above) are to be based upon: 33.06.01 the applicant's stated goals and objectives in the Hastings and Xxxxxx 33.06.02 the applicant's detailed explanation to show how the requested Sabbatical Leave will achieve those goals and objectives. 33.07 Salary and other benefits shall be paid on or credited to Teachers granted sabbatical leave while continuing with the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report purpose of the sabbatical will leave in an amount equal to seventy-five percent (75%) of the Teacher's salary at the date of the commencement of the leave. In addition tuition fees shall be made paid by the Board for the purpose agreed upon in granting the leave, but the amount shall not exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) and receipts shall be submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD Director of Education. 33.08 A Teacher granted sabbatical leave shall, before going on such leave, execute an agreement with the Board to remain in the employ of the Board for a minimum of three years following the Teacher's return from leave. 33.08.01 A Teacher failing to carry out the purpose for which the leave was granted shall, upon completion demand repay the Board the money paid on account of the leave. 33.08.02 On failing to remain in the employ of the Board for the agreed minimum period the Teacher shall, upon demand, repay to the Board pro-rata the money paid by the Board on account of the leave. 33.08.03 Each case, however, shall be considered individually by the Board and the Board shall take into consideration any circumstances beyond the control of the Teacher. 33.09 A Teacher granted sabbatical leave shall receive the normal increment in salary and other benefits for which he/she is eligible. Deductions for Teachers' pension, income tax or other required deductions shall be on the basis of the actual salary paid. Teachers on sabbatical leave shall be responsible for making their own arrangements for any further payments to the Teachers' Pension Plan or to any other pension fund to which they belong. 33.10 If sabbatical leave is granted, it shall be granted for one school year (September 1 to August 31) or from September 1 to December 31 or from January 1 to August 31 in the same school year. 33.11 If sabbatical leave is granted to an applicant from a semestered school, it may be granted for one semester or for two semesters within the school year. 33.12 The number of days credited to a Teacher in the Cumulative Sick Leave Plan shall not be reduced by the granting of sabbatical leave, nor shall the Teacher be entitled to any accumulation of sick leave credits during the period of leave. 33.13 The plan shall operate with regard to Teachers. 33.14 The number of Teachers granted leave for any year shall not exceed one percent (1%) of the Academic Staff of the Board. 33.15 A Teacher on return from leave shall be reinstated to a position commensurate with or superior to that which he/she vacated in the school of last employment, subject to the Transfer and Surplus policy.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 6.6.1 A Faculty member, subject to the operational requirements of the Superintendent of SchoolsDistrict as determined by the School Board, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of sabbatical leave under the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD.following conditions: 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 6.6.2 Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, October 1st of the year of the year preceding the school year in which the leave is requested. A list will be maintained of those Faculty members requesting sabbatical leave and action must be taken the date on which said written request was received by the BOARD Superintendent. At the April board meeting, the Superintendent will review the list of requests received by October 1st. The Board will take action on all sabbatical requests which conform to all provisions of this article at their April meeting each year of this Agreement, with said action being conveyed in writing to all Faculty members who made requests no later than March 15May 1st. 38.7 Teachers who 6.6.3 The Faculty member must have completed at least seven years consecutive service in the District. The School Board may make exceptions to this requirement in situations in which a Faculty member has, on a prior occasion, been absent for a period of not more than one year under a School Board approved education program designed to assist the Faculty member in her/his teaching responsibilities and the School District. 6.6.4 The Faculty member must be enrolled in a scholarly program approved by the School Board leading to an advanced degree in her/his area of specialty or such other program including, but not limited to “mini-sabbaticals”, so-called, as is approved by the School Board in its sole discretion. 6.6.5 Not more than 2 bargaining unit members shall be granted sabbatical leave at the District’s expense. The Board may approve additional requests for sabbatical leaves that are fully funded by grants or scholarships. The Board, in its sole discretion, may approve an additional sabbatical request when in its opinion, the sabbatical will benefit both the bargaining unit member and the District. 6.6.6 Usually, leave will be granted for either a sabbatical in March recognize full year at half pay or for a half year at full pay, said pay to be based upon that Faculty member’s rate of pay as of the year that the request was made; provided that such pay, when added to any program grant, shall not exceed the Faculty member’s full salary rate as of the year the request was made. Benefits during sabbatical leaves will be consistent with the manner of pay: the District will pay its full contribution for health and dental insurance for sabbatical leaves with full pay and will pay half of its contribution for health and dental insurance for sabbatical leaves at half pay. For purposes of the foregoing sentence, “program grant” shall not include any portion thereof which is certified by the entity providing the program grant to be used for travel, room or board. With respect to such other programs, including but not limited to “mini-sabbaticals”, so-called, as may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before approved by the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined School Board in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical its sole discretion, leave may be granted by for such length and upon such terms as the BOARD for any reason; howeverSchool Board may determine. At the time of notification of leave approval, the leave must Faculty member will be advised of a significant nature and valuerate of pay which shall be no less than one-half pay. 38.9 Before leaving for 6.6.7 Upon return from a full year or half year sabbatical leave, the teacher will Faculty member shall be placed on the schedule consistent with a further year’s credit. 6.6.8 As a condition of being allowed sabbatical leave, the Faculty member must agree in writing to continue working in return to the system District for at least two (2) years. Upon years following sabbatical leave and furthermore, agree that if said condition is breached, the teacher's return, heFaculty member shall repay all sums paid to her/she will be paid him on the step heher/she would have received if his behalf during such leave had not been taken. including any cost of collection or attorney’s fees. 6.6.9 A report or summary of the sabbatical will leave shall be made submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD presented to the School Board upon the completion of the leave. Progress reports of the sabbatical leave shall be submitted by the bargaining unit member on a monthly basis during the sabbatical leave to the Superintendent. These monthly reports shall be shared with the Board by the Superintendent.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation completion of six (6) consecutive years of satisfactory full- time employment in Community College District #517, current full-time faculty covered by this contract will qualify for consideration for sabbatical leave for the purpose of pursuing full-time study, training, or retraining at an appropriate institution designed to broaden individual teaching potential in areas of determined need in the College. a. A sabbatical leave selection committee shall be appointed to evaluate the request for leave. The committee shall be composed of one (1) full-time academic support faculty member, one (1) full-time instructional faculty member from each division appointed by the president of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)Lake Land College Faculty Association, the teacher(s), involved may appeal Vice President for Academic Services and the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget Vice President for three Student Services. All appointments shall be for three-year (3) rotating terms except for non-divisional members. In the event a full-time faculty member of the selection committee may request a sabbatical leaves annuallyleave, he/she shall resign from the committee prior to the submission of the request, and he/she shall be replaced by another full-time member from the division for the duration of his/her term as divisional representative. b. The committee shall establish guidelines for preparing sabbatical requests and make them available not later than November of each year. The BOARD may grant up Vice President for Academic Services shall chair and preside at all meetings of the committee. c. A request in writing for sabbatical leave shall be submitted to three (3) sabbaticals annually the Vice President for Academic Services who in turn will present the request to the sabbatical leave selection committee. Such a request must be filed not later than the first class day of the spring semester of the academic year preceding the academic year in which the sabbatical leave is desired. Applicants will be informed in writing of the committee's recommendation. d. The sabbatical leave committee will review all applications, and, based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent potential value to the candidatesCollege, the chairperson will submit, in rank order, recommendations to the President. The President will attach his/her own recommendations and submit both sets to the Board. Approval for the granting of the leaves shall be made by the Board. Full-time faculty members selected for sabbatical leave shall be notified following the regularly scheduled March Board meeting of the academic year proceeding the academic year in which the leave is desired. 38.3 No more than three e. A maximum of four (34.0) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in percent of the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a onefull-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received time faculty covered by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical this contract may be delayed until a on sabbatical leave in any given academic year provided that suitable teaching replacement replacements can be found. A final determination The number allowed from a given division in any one (1) year will be made no determined by the President after consulting with appropriate vice presidents. f. Leaves shall be granted for a period of time not to exceed one (1) year. g. A written report of compliance with the purpose for which the leave was granted shall be presented to the President at the completion of the leave. h. Compensation during the sabbatical leave for full-time faculty members shall be in an amount equal to 100% of the academic year contractual base salary for a leave of one (1) semester or for a period less than three weeks before a semester if appropriate arrangements can be made; 50% of the contractual salary if for a leave of two (2) semesters. i. The compensation described will be paid in the same manner and at the same time as salaries paid to other full- time faculty members or in some other manner mutually agreeable between the President and the full-time faculty member. j. All salary increases, fringe benefits, and the like negotiated while the full-time faculty is on sabbatical leave shall be recognized during the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay leave if all other requirements are met. k. A full-time faculty member on sabbatical leave will retain his/her status as a member of the State Universities Retirement System and with the College insurance plans. l. A full-time faculty member granted a sabbatical leave shall not be subject agree to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for serve at least two (2) yearsacademic years at Lake Land College immediately following the leave and shall give a judgment note for the amount of salary paid while on leave. Said note shall be cancelled at the end of the years of service required or at the death or disability (defined as the full-time faculty member being unable to perform his/her contracted job) of its maker. m. Upon the teacher's returnreturn from a sabbatical leave, he/she a full-time faculty member will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made reinstated to a position which is at least equivalent in rank and salary to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion one held at the time the leave was granted. n. Full-time faculty who have been accepted by the Board of Trustees in the College's Planned Retirement Program will not be eligible for a sabbatical leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical A. Sabbatical leave may be granted subject to the following conditions: 1. The teacher shall be professionally certified, tenured, and shall have been employed in the Talbot County Public Schools a minimum of six consecutive years. 2. The teacher shall agree to return to the Talbot County Public Schools following completion of his sabbatical leave for a minimum of one-year service or repay all monies advanced by the BOARD board within sixty days of the date that the sabbatical leave was completed. A sabbatical contract signed by the teacher and the Board shall be required. 3. Funds shall be budgeted for not less than two leaves each school year, if approved. 4. A full-time graduate study program of 24 semester hours or one approved by the Superintendent and verified by the institution as being full-time is accepted as meeting the sabbatical leave requirement. If the requirement is not fulfilled, then the teacher must refund sabbatical pay at the rate of 1/24 for each credit hour less than 24 or prorated on the basis of actual completion of the originally verified and approved full-time program. 5. The teacher shall be reimbursed in an amount equal to the difference between his salary and that of the person hired as a replacement during the period of absence if he agrees to return for one-year teaching service immediately following the sabbatical leave year 6. In the event a teacher on sabbatical leave receives extra monies through any reason; howevertype of grant or scholarship the combined amount of those monies and the sabbatical leave allowance shall not exceed the amount of money this person would have received as a staff member for the school year in which the sabbatical leave had been granted. In cases where the combined monies exceed the regular salary, as outlined, the sabbatical leave must salary shall be of a significant nature and valuereduced accordingly. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical 7. Upon return from leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working shall be placed on the salary schedule at the level which he would have achieved had he remained actively employed in the system for at least two (2) yearsduring his period of absence. Upon He will also be credited with sick leave accumulated prior to the teacher's returnperiod of his absence. 8. When the teacher returns from leave, he/she he will be paid on assigned to the step he/she would have received same type of position held at the time said leave commenced, if leave had available. If the same type of position is not been taken. A report of available, the sabbatical teacher will be made assigned to a position as determined by the Superintendent Board. 9. If the teacher elects to continue paying his share, then retirement, hospitalization and BOARD upon completion of major medical insurance, and other fringe benefits (except sick leave) shall remain in effect during the leave. 10. Sabbatical leaves shall be in effect for one (1) year from the first day of the school year through the end of the school year. Adjustments to this part of the contract may be made at the discretion of the Superintendent. 11. Prospective candidates must apply to the Board prior to December 15 of each year (preceding sabbatical year) and the Board must notify the candidates granted sabbatical leave by March 1.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation Section 1235(1) of the Superintendent Revised School Code reads as follows: “After a teacher has been employed at least 7 consecutive years by the board of Schoolsa school district, and at the end of each additional period of 7 or more consecutive years of employment, the board may grant the teacher a sabbatical leaves leave for professional improvement for not to exceed 2 semesters at 1 time, if the teacher holds a permanent, life, or continuing certificate or is engaged in teaching in a college maintained by the board. During the sabbatical leave, the teacher shall be considered to be in the employ of the board, shall have a contract, and may be paid compensation as provided in the regulations of the board. The board shall not be liable for death or injuries sustained by the teacher while on sabbatical leave.” During said sabbatical leave, the teacher shall be paid compensation as provided in the rules and regulations of said Board: Provided, however, that said Board shall not be held liable for death or injuries sustained by a teacher while on sabbatical leave. a. To qualify for sabbatical leave, the applicant must hold a Master’s Degree. b. Not more than two (2) of the qualified employees may be granted to members such leave in one (1) year. c. Compensation shall be no less than fifty percent (50%) of his/her annual salary. Provisions for payment shall be determined at the time the leave is granted. A sabbatical leave as a mentor teacher granted under Section 1525 (2)(f) of the bargaining unit by Michigan General School Code shall be unpaid and follow the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail provisions of a personal unpaid leave. d. Any teacher granted a sabbatical leave, with compensation, shall sign an agreement to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly return to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget system for a period of three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based years. e. Upon return of such leave, a teacher shall be placed at the same position on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons salary schedule as he/she would have been had he/she taught in writing will be sent to the candidatessystem during such period. 38.3 No more than three (3) f. Seniority will not accrue while the teacher is on a sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave g. One-half (1/2) of annual sick days will accrue while the employee is on sabbatical leave. h. Sabbatical leaves must be received approved by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15Board of Education. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted i. Failure of the Board to grant a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical leave shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32procedure. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation The Board may grant a sabbatical to teachers performing contractual service for a period of at least four (4) school months, but not in excess of one (1) school term, for resident study, research and other purposes designed to improve the school system. The grant of a sabbatical leave by the Board shall constitute a finding that the leave is deemed to benefit the school system by improving the quality and level of experience of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves teaching force. The leave may be granted after completion of at least six (6) years of satisfactory service as a full-time teacher and may again be granted after completion of a subsequent period of six (6) years of such service. A leave granted for a period of one (1) school year or less shall bar a further sabbatical leave until completion of six (6) years' additional satisfactory service. The leave shall be conditional upon a plan for resident study, research or other activities proposed by the applicant and deemed by the Board to members benefit the school system, which plan shall be approved by the Board and not thereafter modified without the approval of the bargaining unit Board. Before a leave is granted, the applicant shall agree in writing that if at the expiration of such leave he/she does not return to perform contractual continued service in the District for a least one (1) school year after his/her return, all sums of money received from the Board during his/her sabbatical leave will be returned to the Board, unless such return and performance is prevented by illness or incapacity. During absence pursuant to such leave, such teacher shall receive the same basic salary as if in actual service, except that there may be deducted there from an amount equivalent to the amount payable for substitute service. However, such salary, after deduction for substitute service, shall in no case be less than the minimum provided by Section 24-8 of the School Code or one-half (1/2) of the basic salary, whichever is greater. The person on leave shall not engage in any activity for which salary or compensation is paid unless the activity is directly related to the purpose for which the leave is granted and is approved by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundBoard. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted to enable the applicant, if otherwise eligible, to accept scholarships for study or research. Unless justified by illness or incapacity, failure of any person granted a leave under this section to devote the BOARD entire period to the purposes for any reason; however, which the leave must be was granted shall constitute a cause for removal from teaching service. Upon expiration of a significant nature leave granted pursuant to this section and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical upon presentation of evidence satisfactory to the Board showing compliance with the conditions of the leave, the teacher will agree shall be returned to a position equivalent to that formerly occupied. The contractual continued service status of the person on sabbatical leave shall not be affected. Absence during a leave granted pursuant to this section shall not be construed as a discontinuance of service for any purpose, including progression on the salary schedule, if one is in effect in the District. The Board shall pay the contribution to the Teachers' Retirement System required of the person on leave, computed on the annual full- time salary rate under which the member last received earnings immediately prior to the leave, or proportionate part of such rate for a partial year of sabbatical leave credit. The Board shall impose the limitation of not more than one (1) member of the faculty, being granted sabbatical leave at any given time. Any teacher desiring to make application for a sabbatical leave must notify the Board in writing of his/her intent to continue working apply for a sabbatical leave no later than February I of the preceding school year in which the system for at least two (2) years. Upon sabbatical leave is requested The application must state how long the teacher's return, he/she applicant will be paid on leave and how this leave will improve the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report applicants quality and level of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveteaching.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 5.1 The School Committee may grant sabbatical leaves for teachers requesting such leaves. The granting of such leaves shall be discretionary with the School Committee provided only that such discretion shall not be exercised in any arbitrary or discriminatory manner. a) A full school year with 50% of salary (including the current increment); or b) One-half school year with 50% of salary (including the current increment) 5.2 No requests for sabbatical will be considered by the Committee if a) The request, if granted, would result in more than 2% of the teaching staff being absent on sabbatical at one time. b) T h e r e q u e s t , i n w r i t i n g , i s n o t r e c e i v e d b y t h e Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members on or before February 1 of the bargaining unit by year preceding the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDschool year in which leave is requested. 38.2 c) The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The request is made by a teacher must have who has not completed five (5) consecutive full school years of service in the Portsmouth Barrington School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits 5.3 No requests for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical sabbaticals shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; howeverSchool Committee unless as a condition thereof, the teacher shall agree to return to employment in the Barrington School System for a period twice as long as the duration of the sabbatical leave must be granted. In the event a teacher should fail to return to fulfill the requirement to serve twice the duration of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for the sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in shall reimburse the school system for at least two (2) years. the payments received during the sabbatical on a pro-rata basis. 5.4 Upon return to the teacher's return, he/she will Barrington School System the teacher shall be paid placed on the appropriate step he/she would have received if leave on the salary schedule as though such teacher had not been taken. A report of the on sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave. 5.5 Sabbatical leaves will not be charged to sick leave. 5.6 Courses taken while on sabbatical leave are not eligible for tuition reimbursement.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves Sabbatical leave may be granted to members a teacher for study related to her/his teaching field, or for travel, related to her/his teaching field, or for other reasons of value to the school system, all subject to the approval of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly Board and all subject to the BOARDfollowing conditions: 1. Sabbatical leave may only be granted to a maximum of one (1) or more teachers at board discretion. 38.2 The BOARD will budget 2. Notice of intent to apply for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Office of the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by December 15th of the BOARD no later than March 15school year preceding the year of such leave. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical 3. Within ten (10) days after the Board’s decision, written notification shall be sent to the applicant. Reasons shall be provided to the applicant in March recognize that writing if the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical leave request is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32denied. 38.8 Requests for 4. The teacher requesting sabbatical leave may be granted by must have completed at least seven consecutive full-time school years of service in the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for East Millinocket School System since her/his last prior sabbatical leave, if any. 5. A teacher on sabbatical leave (either for one-half of a school year or for a full school year) shall be paid by the Board at 50% of the salary rate which s/he would have received if s/he had remained actively employed by the Board. 6. Upon return from sabbatical leave, a teacher shall be placed on the salary schedule at the level which s/he would have attained had s/he remained actively employed in the system during the period of her/his absence. 7. Before receiving sabbatical leave under the provision of this Article, the teacher will shall agree in writing with the Board that s/he will return to continue working in the system East Millinocket School System for at least a period of not less than two (2) years. Upon , and also that, in the teacher's returnevent of breach of such agreement, hes/she he will be paid on repay the step heBoard all sums advanced for her/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made his Sabbatical leave, in proportion to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion fulfillment of the leaveher/his two (2) year reemployment commitment.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation A. The Board of the Superintendent of SchoolsEducation may, at its option, grant sabbatical leaves may be granted leave to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three an outstanding teacher after seven (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (57) consecutive years or more in this school system. If a sabbatical leave is granted to a mentor teacher, it must be served within the Lake Orion District. B. A teacher, upon return from sabbatical leave, shall be restored to his/her former position or to a position of like nature and status and shall be placed at the same position of the salary schedule as he/she would have had, had he/she taught in the Portsmouth School Systemdistrict during such period. 38.5 C. If a paid fellowship is involved, the sabbatical leave shall be reimbursed at the rate of not more than one-half (1/2) the annual salary and be paid by the Board. The teacher value of the fellowship and the amount paid by the Board shall not exceed the full amount of annual salary. D. Such leaves of absence will be paid half available only to fully certified staff members and advancements in salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leavestep shall accrue during absence. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by E. Before beginning the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall enter into contract to continue working return to active service in the system Lake Orion Community Schools for a period of at least one (1) year after expiration of such leave. A teacher who does not fulfill this agreement shall repay to the Board within two (2) yearsyears the amount received during the sabbatical leave. Upon This rule does not apply in cases where the person becomes incapacitated, or in cases wherein the rule is waived by the Board. F. To protect the Board against the teacher's return’s failure to return to his/her teaching position provided he/she is physically and mentally capable, the teacher shall execute a non-interest bearing note in the amount of the salary payable while on leave. This note shall be paid off by one of two methods: 1. The face amount of the note shall diminish by an amount equal to one-tenth (1/10) of the original face amount for each nineteen (19) days of service rendered. 2. The note shall, upon failure of the teacher to return to the system to teach, be payable in twenty (20) installments, beginning October 1st of the year the teacher should have returned, and continuing for the next twenty-two (22) months, excluding the intervening July and August. During such payments, there shall be added to each payment an amount to cover interest so that the effective rate of interest the Board receives will be seven (7) percent (7%) on the unpaid balance, effective January 1st of the year that the sabbatical was actually used. The teacher shall, after notifying the Board that he/she will be paid on not return, have the step option of paying the note in full with no interest prior to September 1st of the school year he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will assumed his/her normal teaching status. G. All such requests must be made submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of Board, in writing, by March 1st proceeding the leaveyear for which the leave is being requested.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation completion of six (6) consecutive years of satisfactory full-time employment in Community College District #517, current full-time faculty covered by this contract will qualify for consideration for sabbatical leave for the purpose of 1) pursuing full-time study, 2) Industry training, or 3) retraining to broaden individual teaching or professional potential in areas of determined need in the College. a. A sabbatical leave selection committee shall be appointed to evaluate the request for leave. The committee shall be composed of one (1) full-time academic support faculty member, one (1) full-time instructional faculty member from each division appointed by the president of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)Lake Land College Faculty Association, the teacher(s), involved may appeal Vice President for Academic Services and the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget Vice President for three Student Services. All appointments shall be for three-year (3) rotating terms except for non-divisional members. In the event a full-time faculty member of the selection committee may request a sabbatical leaves annuallyleave, he/she shall resign from the committee prior to the submission of the request, and he/she shall be replaced by another full- time member from the division for the duration of his/her term as divisional representative. b. The committee shall establish guidelines for preparing sabbatical requests and make them available not later than November of each year. The BOARD may grant up Vice President for Academic Services shall chair and preside at all meetings of the committee. c. A request in writing for sabbatical leave shall be submitted to three (3) sabbaticals annually the Vice President for Academic Services who in turn will present the request to the sabbatical leave selection committee. Such a request must be filed not later than the first class day of the spring semester of the academic year preceding the academic year in which the sabbatical leave is desired. Applicants will be informed in writing of the committee's recommendation. d. The sabbatical leave committee will review all applications, and, based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent potential value to the candidatesCollege, the chairperson will submit, in rank order, recommendations to the President. The President will attach his/her own recommendations and submit both sets to the Board. Approval for the granting of the leaves shall be made by the Board. Full-time faculty members selected for sabbatical leave shall be notified following the regularly scheduled March Board meeting of the academic year proceeding the academic year in which the leave is desired. 38.3 No more than three e. A maximum of four (34.0) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in percent of the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a onefull-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received time faculty covered by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical this contract may be delayed until a on sabbatical leave in any given academic year provided that suitable teaching replacement replacements can be found. A final determination The number allowed from a given division in any one (1) year will be made no determined by the President after consulting with appropriate vice presidents. f. Leaves shall be granted for a period of time not to exceed one (1) year. g. A written report of compliance with the purpose for which the leave was granted shall be presented to the President at the completion of the leave. h. Compensation during the sabbatical leave for full-time faculty members shall be in an amount equal to 100% of the academic year contractual base salary for a leave of one (1) semester or for a period less than three weeks before a semester if appropriate arrangements can be made; 50% of the contractual salary if for a leave of two (2) semesters. i. The compensation described will be paid in the same manner and at the same time as salaries paid to other full-time faculty members or in some other manner mutually agreeable between the President and the full-time faculty member. j. All salary increases, fringe benefits, and the like negotiated while the full- time faculty is on sabbatical leave shall be recognized during the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay leave if all other requirements are met. k. A full-time faculty member on sabbatical leave will retain his/her status as a member of the State Universities Retirement System and with the College insurance plans. l. A full-time faculty member granted a sabbatical leave shall not be subject agree to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for serve at least two (2) yearsacademic years at Lake Land College immediately following the leave and shall give a judgment note for the amount of salary paid while on leave. Said note shall be cancelled at the end of the years of service required or at the death or disability (defined as the full-time faculty member being unable to perform his/her contracted job) of its maker. m. Upon the teacher's returnreturn from a sabbatical leave, he/she a full-time faculty member will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made reinstated to a position which is at least equivalent in rank and salary to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion one held at the time the leave was granted. n. Full-time faculty who have been accepted by the Board of Trustees in the College's Planned Retirement Program will not be eligible for a sabbatical leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation The Board may grant a sabbatical leave of absence to a teacher performing contractual continued service, for a period of at least four (4) school months but not in excess of one (1) school term, for resident study, research, travel or other purposes designated to improve the school system. The grant of a sabbatical leave by the Board shall constitute a finding that the leave is deemed to benefit the school system by improving the quality and level of experience of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves teaching force. This leave may be granted to members after completion of at least six (6) years of satisfactory service as a full- time teacher, and may again be granted after completion of a subsequent period of six (6) years of such service. However, two (2) sabbatical leaves, each consisting of at least four (4) months but totaling no more than the equivalent of one (1) school year, may be granted within a six (6) year period. A leave granted for a period of one (1) school year or less shall bar a further sabbatical leave until completion of six (6) years' additional satisfactory service, except that two (2) leaves which total no more than the equivalent of one (1) school year shall bar a further sabbatical leave only until the completion of six (6) years' additional satisfactory service following the completion of the bargaining unit first such leave. The leave shall be conditional upon a plan for resident study, research, travel, or other activities proposed by the BOARDapplicant, and deemed by the Board to benefit the school system, which plan shall be approved by the Board and not thereafter modified without approval of the Board. Should the Superintendent fail Before a leave is granted pursuant to recommend sabbatical leave(s)this section, the teacher(s)applicant shall agree in writing that if, involved may appeal at the Superintendent's decision directly expiration of such leave, he does not return to and perform contractual continued service in the District for at least one (1) school year after his return, all sums of money received from the Board during his sabbatical leave will be refunded to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget Board unless such return and performance is prevented by illness or incapacity. During absence pursuant to such leave, such teacher shall receive the same basic salary as if in actual service, except that there shall be deducted there from an amount equivalent to the amount payable for three substitute service. However, such salary after deduction for substitute service shall in no case be less than the minimum provided by the School Code or one-half (31/2) sabbatical leaves annuallyof the basic salary, whichever is greater. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based person on leave shall not engage in any activity for which salary or compensation is paid unless the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent activity is directly related to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be purpose for which the leave is granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received is approved by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundBoard. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted to enable the applicant, if otherwise eligible, to accept scholarships for study or research. Unless justified by illness or incapacity, failure of any person granted a leave under this section to devote the BOARD entire period to the purposes for any reason; however, which the leave must be was granted shall constitute a cause for removal from teaching service. Upon expiration of a significant nature leave granted pursuant to this section, and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical upon presentation of evidence satisfactory to the Board showing compliance with the conditions of the leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall be returned to continue working in a position equivalent to that formerly occupied. The contractual continued service status of the system person on sabbatical leave shall not be affected. Absence during a leave granted pursuant to this section shall not be construed as a discontinuance of service for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's returnany purpose, he/she will be paid including progression on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been takensalary schedule. A report The Board shall pay the contribution to the Teachers' Retirement System required of the sabbatical will be made person on leave computed on the annual full-time salary rate under which the member last received earnings immediately prior to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion leave or a proportionate part of the leavesuch rate for a partial year of sabbatical leave credit.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon A. Any A.P.S.A. member who has completed seven (7) or more years of con- tinuous full time service in a bargaining unit position in the Parsippany-Xxxx Hills School System may, upon recommendation of the Superintendent Superintendent, be granted a leave of Schoolsabsence by the Board for one half year or one full year of study. After each subsequent period of seven or more years of such service, sabbatical leaves a further leave for study may be granted granted. B. Application for such leave shall be made prior to members of December 1st previous to the bargaining unit school year for which such absence is requested. Such application shall be made upon a regular form furnished by the BOARD. Should Board and shall indicate a program, approved by the Superintendent fail and the Board, to recommend sabbatical leave(s), be followed by the teacher(s), involved may appeal A.P.S.A. member during the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit period of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted C. As a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled condition to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical such leave, the teacher will agree in writing A.P.S.A. member shall enter into a con- tract to continue working in the system service of the Parsippany-Xxxx Hills Public Schools for a period of at least two (2) yearsyears after the expiration of the leave of absence. Upon Failing to so continue in service, the teacher's returnA.P.S.A. member shall repay the Board the full salary received while on leave. D. The salary granted to an A.P.S.A. member on such leave shall be the full salary for a half year or half salary for a full year to which he or she would be entitled if not on leave. From such salary shall be deducted monthly the regu- lar deductions for the Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund, he/she will and other deduc- tions authorized by the A.P.S.A. member. Salary payments shall be made monthly in accordance with the schedule for payment of salaries in the school system. All benefits shall be paid by the Board of Education. E. Any grant, fellowship or scholarship shall not diminish the salary received while on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation The Board of Education of Xxxx Community Consolidated School District 30-C may grant a sabbatical leave of absence to a teacher, performing contractual continued service for a period of at least four (4) school months but not in excess of one (1) school term, for resident study, research, travel or other purposes designed to improve the school system. The grant of a sabbatical leave shall constitute a finding that the leave is deemed to benefit the Xxxx School system by improving the quality and level of experience of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves teaching force. This leave may be granted to members upon the completion of the bargaining unit by the BOARDat least six (6) years of satisfactory service as a full-time teacher, and may again be granted after completion of a subsequent period of six (6) years of such service. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)However, the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three two (32) sabbatical leaves annuallyeach consisting of at least four (4) months, but totaling no more than the equivalent of one school year, may be granted within a six (6) year period. A leave granted for a period of one (1) school year or less shall bar a further sabbatical leave until completion of six (6) years additional satisfactory service. The BOARD may grant up leave shall be conditional upon a plan for resident study, research, travel or other activities proposed by the applicant and deemed by the Board to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on benefit the merit Xxxx School System, which plan shall be approved by the Board and not thereafter modified without the approval of these requeststhe Board. If deniedBefore a leave is granted, reasons the applicant shall agree in writing that if at the expiration of such leave he does not return to and perform contractual continued service in District for at least one (1) school year after his return, all sums of money received from the Board during his sabbatical leave will be sent refunded to the candidates. 38.3 No more Board unless such return and performance is prevented by illness or incapacity. During absence pursuant to such leave, such teacher, shall receive the same basic salary as if in actual service, except that there may be deducted there from an amount equivalent to the amount payable for substitute service. However, such salary after deduction for substitute service shall in no case be less than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth minimum provided by Section 24-8 of the Illinois School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a Code or one-year half of the basic salary, whichever is greater. The person on leave shall not engage in any activity for which salary or full pay compensation is paid unless the activity is directly related to the purpose for which the leave is granted and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received is approved by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundBoard. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted to enable the applicant, if otherwise eligible to accept scholarships for study or research. Unless justified by illness or incapacity, failure of any person granted leave under this Section to devote the BOARD entire period to the purposes for any reason; however, which the leave must be was granted shall constitute a cause for removal from teaching service. Upon expiration of a significant nature leave granted pursuant to this Section, and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical upon presentation of evidence satisfactory to the Board showing compliance with the conditions of the leave, the teacher will agree shall be returned to the position equal to that which they last held. The contractual continued service status of the person on sabbatical leave shall not be affected. Absence during a sabbatical leave shall not be construed as a discontinuance of service for any purpose, including progression on the salary schedule if one is in writing to continue working effect in the system for at least two (2) yearsDistrict. Upon The Board shall pay the teacher's return, he/she will be paid contribution to the Teachers' Retirement System required of the person on leave computed on the step he/she would have annual full-time salary rate under which the member last received if earnings immediately prior to the leave had not been takenor a proportionate part of such rate for a partial year of sabbatical leave credit. A report The Employee, while on sabbatical leave, shall be covered by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Sabbatical Regulations: A. Granted to licensed staff only. B. Maximum of one per year per attendance center. C. Leave to members of the sabbatical same department or grade level will not be made permitted in successive years. D. Applications to be reviewed and scrutinized by an administrative team and submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD with recommendation for consideration or denial. i Application to committee by April 1 / September 1. E. Final authorization shall be granted by the Board of Education upon completion recommendation of the leaveSuperintendent. i. Recommendation to the Board by the first regularly scheduled board meeting in May/November.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation Purpose: Sabbatical leave is a plan designed to help maintain instructional service at the highest level of quality and efficiency. It is a privilege granted to an employee for his/her professional advancement so that he/she may better serve the Superintendent of Schools, local school district. A sabbatical leaves leave may be granted to members of the bargaining unit a teacher by the BOARDBoard for full-time enrollment under the auspices of a recognized university or foundation. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)Conditions: Sabbatical leave may be granted, the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly subject to the BOARDfollowing conditions: 1. Any member who is covered by the terms of this Agreement. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually2. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing in such form as may be mutually agreed on by the Association and the Superintendent, no later than February 1, and action must be taken by 15 of the BOARD no later than March 15school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. 38.7 Teachers 3. Requests shall be considered from teachers who have been granted a sabbatical completed seven (7) years' continuous service in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32Lodi School System. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing 4. The applicant agrees to continue working in the system for serve at least two (2) yearsyears after the expiration of the leave of absence. 5. Salary shall be sixty (60%) per cent of the scheduled salary which a teacher would have received had such leave not been granted. 6. Upon the teacher's returnreturn from sabbatical leave, he/she will a teacher shall be paid placed on the step salary schedule at the level which he/she would have received if achieved had he/she remained actively employed in the system during the period of his/her absence and he/she shall be credited with all other benefits for which he/she would have been entitled during the period of his/her leave had not been takenand continuing thereafter upon his/her return. A report Sabbatical Leave Committee consisting of two (2) Lodi Education Association members, three (3) administrators and two (2) members of the Board may recommend a candidate for leave. A teacher, upon returning from sabbatical will leave, must be made required to submit a narrative report to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveSchools. This report shall be shared with all staff members who can benefit from same. Staff members returning from a sabbatical leave may also be asked to conduct a staff or in-service workshop. A staff or in-service workshop shall not exceed one in number.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 8.1 In the interest of regarding professional performance and encouraging independent research, achievement and professional growth, the Superintendent of Schools, may grant sabbatical leaves to teachers employed on a full-time basis as follows: 8.1.1 Not more than two (2) teachers may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend absent on sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDleave at any one time. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must 8.1.2 Only those teachers who have completed five seven (57) consecutive years of professional service in the Portsmouth Uxbridge School System. 38.5 The System shall be eligible for sabbatical leave, and no teacher will having been on sabbatical leave shall again be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year eligible until he/she has completed seven (7) years of professional service in Uxbridge after return from such leave. 38.6 Requests 8.1.3 Any teacher who desires to apply for sabbatical leave must be received shall submit such application by February 1 to the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken in such form as the Superintendent may require by the BOARD no later than March 15.generally applicable regulation 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving 8.1.4 In considering an application for sabbatical leave, the Superintendent will apply the following criteria: years of service of applicant, number of years application has been submitted, type of research or study planned, educational value of proposed research or study to Uxbridge system and relationship to professional growth of applicant and urgency of proposed research or study and availability of financial resources. 8.1.5 The Superintendent shall make his/her decision not later than the April 1 following the submission of the application. 8.2 Any teacher will agree accepting sabbatical leave shall enter into a written agreement with the Committee in writing to continue working in accordance with Chapter 71, Section 41S of the system for at least two (2) years. Upon General Laws of Massachusetts. 8.3 When the teacher's returnsabbatical leave has been completed, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A teacher shall submit a report of the sabbatical will be made his/her research or study to the Superintendent in such form as has been determined by the Superintendent. 8.4 The Superintendent will inform any teacher on sabbatical leave of opportunity for advancement and BOARD upon completion of promotion and such teacher shall be considered for such advancement or promotion in the same manner as those who are presently in service. 8.5 Each teacher granted a sabbatical leave shall have the right to return to a position substantially equivalent to his/her former position, or to the same position if it is available. 8.6 A teacher shall receive one-half (1/2) salary including the current increment while on sabbatical leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schoolsa. A teacher who holds a continuing, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)permanent certificate, the teacher(s)provisional, involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three or professional certificate and has completed seven (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (57) consecutive years of teaching in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 Albion Public Schools may, if approved by the Board, be granted a sabbatical leave of absence for one (1) semester or for one (1) year for the purpose of travel or study in pursuit of wider knowledge and greater skill in his/her teaching profession. The Board shall approve such leave, when in the considered judgment of the Board the professional competence of the staff member and the general welfare of the public schools will be benefited. The teacher will be paid half 50% of the salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year he/she would normally receive if he/she were teaching during the time while on leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination The teacher will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to eligible for Board paid health insurance or other benefits. No more than the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32.equivalent of one 38.8 Requests (1) teacher (2 teachers for sabbatical leave one semester each) may be granted by such leave in any one school year. Teachers desiring such leave should make application to the BOARD Superintendent at least three (3) months in advance of the closing of school. Special consideration may be given for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and valueunusual circumstances that prevent earlier application. 38.9 b. Before leaving for beginning the sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall enter into a contract to continue working return to active service in the system Albion Public Schools for a period of at least one (1) year after the expiration of such leave. A teacher who does not fulfill this agreement shall repay to the Board within two (2) yearsyears the amount received by him/her during the sabbatical leave. Upon This rule does not apply in cases where the person becomes incapacitated, or in cases wherein the rule is waived by the Board. c. A teacher's return, heupon return from sabbatical leave, shall be returned to his/she will her former position providing the exact position left is still in existence, or to a position of like nature, seniority, and shall be paid placed at the same position on the step salary schedule as he/she would have received if leave been had not been taken. A report of he/she taught in the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leavedistrict during such period.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation A leave of absence for the Superintendent purpose of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave study may be granted by the BOARD Board in its discretion to any member of the teaching staff who has performed continuous and satisfactory service in the public school of Guttenberg for any reason; howevera period of nine (9) years, the leave nature and scope of the study must be approved by the Superintendent of Schools and the Board of Education. A teacher to whom this leave of absence is granted shall be eligible for full salary guide credit as if on active duty. A leave of absence for study granted under this rule shall be for a significant nature period of one (1) year, and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall receive as compensation one half (1/2) of his or her monthly salary during the continuance of such leave. Application for leave of absence for study shall be presented to continue working the Superintendent of Schools at least four (4) months before the beginning of the desired leave. The applicant shall sign a contract to serve in the system public school of Guttenberg for at least two three (23) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report years after expiration of the sabbatical will leave. The Superintendent shall report these applications, with recommendations, to the Board at its next meeting. The Board of Education shall require all teachers to whom leave of absences are granted for study under these rules to carry out fully all the details of the program of study presented in the application for leave, and refrain from engaging in any remunerative occupation during the continuance of the leave of absence. Tuition grants, scholarship, grants in-aid, federal grants or stipends, etc. shall not be made considered as remuneration. Teachers on leave for study shall present to the Superintendent of Schools at such time as he may require certificates signed by proper authorities, of the beginning, continuance and BOARD upon completion of the leavecourse of study chosen. For its own protection and the protection of the school system, the Board will, in any case of violation, terminate the leave of absence and will regard such violation as evidence of conduct unbecoming a teacher, within the purview of the Tenure of Office Act. In addition to the above procedures, unit members found in violation of this agree to reimburse the Board for all salary paid during the sabbatical.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation For the purpose of this section, Sabbatical Leave is defined as a leave free from all teaching and administrative duties to gain educational and life experience. Consideration is dependent on financial resources available in a given year. The Director may grant a long term (one (1) semester or more) or a short term sabbatical leave to a teacher, and if granted, the Superintendent following shall apply: Leave of Schools, sabbatical leaves absence for any period of time up to a maximum of one (1) full academic year may be granted for the purpose of improving the qualifications of a teacher. To qualify, a teacher must have at least four (4) years’ consecutive service or equivalent with the Board or predecessor Board. A teacher shall apply to members the Director for sabbatical leave no later than January 31st of an academic year for a leave which will commence in the following year. The leave shall be conditional upon their acceptance into the program. The Director shall notify the teacher of their decision within six (6) weeks of the bargaining unit by final date of application. Upon request, applicants will be informed of the BOARDspecific criteria used in reaching the decision. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend When a sabbatical leave(s)leave has been granted under this section, the teacher(s)teacher and Director or designate shall execute a written agreement incorporating the terms and conditions of the leave. The teacher shall undertake, involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly in writing, to return to the BOARDemploy of the Board for a period of time as outlined below: A leave of one (1) semester or more requires two (2) years service immediately following the leave. A leave less than one (1) semester requires one (1) year service immediately following the leave. In the event of default, the teacher agrees to refund the money awarded to him/her together with interest at the preferred bank lending rate prevailing at the date of the award. In the event there is partial compliance as to time, the refund shall be the equivalent portion of the amount of the award. The Board shall immediately discontinue any further payment. The Board will assist the teacher by providing 51% of the basic salary of the teacher, commencing the beginning of the leave in accordance with Section 1 – Payment of Teacher Salaries. Sabbatical leave granted for an academic year shall not constitute a break in service but neither shall it count as a year of experience for the purpose of increments. Years of experience are not affected by short term leaves. In the event the teacher should die or become disabled from teaching while on leave of absence or during the period of committed service, there shall be no legal liability on any person or estate for refund of the award in whole or in part. The Director may require a medical certificate for a disability if deemed necessary. The teacher, upon his/her return to the school system, shall return to a position comparable to that held prior to the award or to a subsequent mutually agreed upon position. In the event that the teacher’s position is declared redundant, there shall be no requirement to repay the award. Compassionate Leave A teacher shall be granted compassionate leave with pay for up to five (5) consecutive teaching days per occasion in the event of a serious illness, death and funeral in the immediate family. 38.2 The BOARD will budget 3.7.2 For the purpose of this section, immediate family is defined as spouse, common-law spouse, partner, mother, father, legal guardian, brother, sister, child, step child, xxxx, and grandchild. A teacher shall be granted compassionate leave with pay for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on consecutive teaching days per occasion in the merit event of these requestsa serious illness, death and funeral in the extended family. If deniedFor the purpose of this section, reasons extended family is defined as grandparent, uncle, aunt, niece and nephew as well as those members of the spouses’ immediate and extended family. In extenuating circumstances such as extensive travel and administrative responsibilities, a teacher may be granted leave with pay in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than excess of three (3) sabbatical leaves will days for extended family. In order for such a request to be granted simultaneously. 38.4 considered, the teacher shall supply the details of the request to the Director. The teacher must have completed Director, at his/her discretion, may grant compassionate leave in excess of five (5) consecutive years days in instances other than immediate family. Personal Leave A teacher shall be granted leave with pay to a maximum of five (5) teaching days in any one (1) academic year for one or more of the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will following reasons. If the days are to be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave requested consecutively, they must be received approved by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by of Education after consultation with the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundprincipal. A final determination Personal leave days will be made no less than three weeks before prorated for part-time teachers. These days will be prorated for teachers whose employment commences after the sabbatical is scheduled beginning of the school year. Teachers shall receive ½ day personal leave for each month of service from their commencement of employment, not to beginexceed five (5) days per year. Any determination To attend secondary graduation or post-secondary convocation of self, child, spouse or partner. To attend to delay a sabbatical secondary graduation or post-secondary convocation of parent or sibling. The number of such days in any one (1) academic year shall not be subject exceed one (1) per instance. To attend functions of voluntary community organizations if he/she is an officer of such an organization on a regional, provincial, national and international level. To attend to duties as an official delegate (beyond the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be local meeting) arising from membership of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leavelocal government board. To serve as an active pallbearer, musician, soloist, reader or communion server at a funeral. To attend a funeral as a mourner. The number of such days in any one (1) academic year shall not exceed one (1). In the instance a teacher will agree is stranded from his/her work due to impassable or extremely hazardous roads. The number of such days in writing to continue working in the system for at least any one (1) academic year shall not exceed two (2). To enable a teacher to attend the birth of his/her child. To enable a teacher to bring a newborn child home from the hospital. To enable a teacher to be present when a child becomes available for his/her adoption. To attend non-routine medical or dental appointments or medical referrals to specialists for a spouse, partner, child, xxxx, parent or parent-in-law. To attend an emergency, accident or sickness involving a spouse, partner, child, xxxx, parent or parent-in-law. For this clause only, up to three (3) years. Upon consecutive days may be approved by the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on principal without consultation with the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveSuperintendent.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests General provisions for sabbatical leave may be granted are contained in board policy and supplemented by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least following provision: Not more than two (2) yearsteachers may be granted sabbatical leave during any semester. Upon If the teacher's returnnumber of qualified applicants is greater than two (2), he/she the District agrees that the decision to grant any sabbatical leave will be paid based on least recent sabbatical leave and greatest District- wide seniority. 1. The decision to grant any sabbatical leave shall be based upon the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report program of the sabbatical will be made study, research or travel of benefit to the Superintendent District, and BOARD upon completion the following criteria: a. The filing of satisfactorily detailed plans outlining the goals, objectives, and other significant data concerning the leave. b. The financial situation of the District, as determined by the District. c. Availability of a qualified substitute acceptable to the District. d. Placement on at least Column 3 (BA + 30) of the salary schedule. 2. If a teacher on a sabbatical becomes disabled by illness or accident for twelve (12) or more days, the teacher may cancel the sabbatical leave and convert to sick leave or extended sick leave, or extended leave without pay, as appropriate to the circumstances. 3. The Board shall pay a teacher on sabbatical leave 50 percent of his/her full salary. A teacher on sabbatical leave shall be provided all of the regular fringe benefits due any other member of the bargaining unit. 4. The teacher shall continue to receive a monthly pay warrant at 50% of salary. 5. Teachers who desire to commence sabbatical leave at the beginning of the school year must apply pursuant to Paragraph L.2. of this Article not later than the preceding May 1; for leaves commencing in the second semester of the school year, applications must be made not later than the preceding October 1. 6. Denial of a sabbatical leave request shall not be made for reasons which are arbitrary, capricious, or without good cause. 7. Grievances may be filed only over an allegation that the District’s denial of sabbatical leave was for reasons which were unrelated to provisions in Paragraph L.1. of this Article.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of A. After service with the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits Board for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits period of seven (7) years, a teacher may apply for a half-year one- or two- semester sabbatical leave. 38.6 Requests B. During such sabbatical leave, a teacher may be deemed to be in the employ of the Board and will receive the equivalent of half salary and existing fringe benefits. C. Sabbatical leave will be for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1purpose of study on an approved program developed with the administration and a committee consisting of one elementary, one junior high, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15one senior high teacher, plus one secondary and one elementary principal. The Superintendent or his agent will chair this committee. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that D. The committee may recommend up to one (1) percent of the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving teachers for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be such recommendations being made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion Board, which may approve up to one (1) percent of the teachers. If a request for sabbatical is denied, the denying body (committee or Board) will give the reason(s) in writing, with copies furnished to the teacher and the Association. E. Upon return from sabbatical leave, a teacher will assume a teaching position similar to the one occupied when going away. F. The person on sabbatical signs a formal agreement to return to employment with the Board for a minimum period of one (1) year. The above agreement shall stipulate that, failing to return to the Board for the one-year minimum, the teacher shall reimburse the Board for the full amount paid the teacher during the sabbatical leave. G. If a sabbatical leave is contemplated for the following school year, the teacher should file in the Personnel Office the initial application for sabbatical leave by November 15. All of the final letters of recommendation and the outlined plan of the complete sabbatical leave program will be submitted by the teacher to the Personnel Office by January 15. As a result of the information provided, the Sabbatical Leave Committee will meet to form a recommendation to the Board. The Board will take action on the committee's recommendations at the April meeting.

Sabbatical Leave. ‌ 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted The Board agrees to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three one (1) Sabbatical Leave each year in accordance with the following: 1. The approval of a Sabbatical Leave is the sole prerogative of the Board. 2. The applicant must have seven (7) years of teaching experience in the Eatontown School District. 3) sabbaticals annually . The Sabbatical must be for an approved graduate program and/or recipients of approved scholarships or fellowships. The Board shall have the right to inquire of the teacher or the institution involved written verification from time to time, concerning the teacher=s status, progress and accomplishments while on Sabbatical Leave. 4. A teacher granted a Sabbatical Leave will receive one-half of his/her salary for the period of time a leave is granted together with all of the fringe benefits he/she would normally receive if he/she were teaching in the Eatontown School System at the time. 5. The Sabbatical Leave pay shall be based on the merit of these requestssalary step the teacher would have earned had he/she remained on active duty. If denied, reasons in writing Those regular deductions as required by law will be sent to the candidateswithheld from this compensation. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The 6. Upon his return from Sabbatical Leave, a teacher will be paid half salary required to remain with full benefits the Eatontown School System for a one-year leave or minimum of two full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) school years. Upon the teacher's return, heHe/she will shall be paid placed on the step salary schedule at the level which he/she would have achieved had he/she remained actively employed in the system during the period. 7. Requests for Sabbatical Leave must be received if leave had not been taken. A report in writing by the Superintendent no later than January 1 and acted upon no later than April 15 of the year preceding the school year for which the Sabbatical is requested The only exception to this provision shall be a recipient of an approved scholarship or fellowship who received notification of his/her award after the above deadline. Such a recipient shall receive consideration if the request for sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion leave is submitted in writing within ten (10) days of the leavenotification of the award.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation A. Any teacher who has completed seven (7) or more years of continuous full -time service in the Parsippany-Xxxx Hills Schools may, upon recommen- xxxxxx of the Superintendent Superintendent, be granted a leave of Schoolsabsence by the Board for one (1) full year for study. After each subsequent period of seven (7) or more years of such service, sabbatical leaves a further leave for study may be granted granted. B. Application for such leave shall be made prior to members of December 1st previous to the bargaining unit school year for which such absence is requested. Such application shall be made upon a regular form furnished by the BOARD. Should Board and shall indi- cate a program, approved by the Superintendent fail and the Board, to recommend sabbatical leave(s), be fol- lowed by the teacher(s), involved may appeal teacher during the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit period of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received C. Applicants shall agree to abide by all conditions determined upon by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15Board to govern such leaves of absence. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted D. As a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled condition to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical such leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall enter into a contract to continue working con- tinue in the system service of the Parsippany-Xxxx Hills Public Schools for a peri- od of at least two (2) yearsyears after the expiration of the leave of absence. Upon Failing to so continue in service, the teacher shall repay the Board the full salary received while on leave. E. The salary granted to a teacher on such leave shall be one-half (1/2) of the salary to which he or she would be entitled if not on leave. From such half -salary shall be deducted monthly the regular deductions for the Teachers' Pension Fund and other deductions authorized by the teacher's return. Salary pay- ments shall be made monthly in accordance with the schedule for payment of salaries in the school system. F. Not more than two percent (2%) of all the teachers (positions covered by this Agreement) shall be granted sabbatical leave for the same year. In granting such leaves due consideration shall be given first and foremost to the possible benefits to the total school district. In cases of equal benefit to the district, seniority shall be considered. G. If more than two percent (2%) of the staff shall apply for leave, selection shall be made on the basis of benefits to the school system. At all times the needs of the school system as a whole shall be paramount. The Super- intendent shall make recommendations regarding this matter. H. Teachers on such leave may not associate for compensation with any per- son, persons, or organization during the school year, unless the Board ap- proves such association as beneficial to this school system and only then upon the condition prescribed by the Board. I. Any grant, fellowship or scholarship which does not entail teaching a reg- ularly scheduled class shall not diminish the salary received while on leave. Teachers on such leave shall make such regular written reports to the Superintendent as he/she will may require. Teachers on such leave shall be paid on considered as in the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report employ of the sabbatical will Board and the time thus spent shall count as regular service toward retirement and for consideration in regard to salary adjustments. J. Such leave of absence shall be made without prejudice to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion teachers' tenure rights. K. The teacher shall be assigned to a bargaining unit position as determined by the Board at the time of the return from sabbatical leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may Sabbatical leave for study toward an advanced degree shall be granted and sabbatical leave to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits study for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent degree in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave an area of teacher shortages may be granted by the BOARD Board for any reasonteachers who have completed ten (10) consecutive years of service to the Union Township Schools. An advanced degree must be in the area in which the teacher is licensed and may not be used to secure a second Master's Degree. Such leave shall be granted under the following conditions: 1. One teacher per school year shall be granted sabbatical leave upon request. 2. Eligible teachers who wish to apply must submit a written application on or before February 15 of the preceding year outlining leave plans. 3. Sabbatical leaves shall be one (1) full school year. 4. Should there be more than one (1) applicant; howeverselection shall be made by a committee appointed by the Board. This committee shall include teachers, administrators and the President of the Teachers' Association or appointed representative. 5. A teacher shall not be eligible for sabbatical leave more than once every ten (10) years. Updated 10-2019 6. A teacher shall provide proof of enrollment in an approved eligible college level program and shall provide evidence of successful completion. 7. Payment shall be 33 1/3 percent of the teacher's current regular base salary at the time the recipient begins the leave. Payment shall be made in one of the following ways at the election of the teacher: a. Fifty (50) percent of payment shall be added to the first regular school contract following the leave must and the remaining fifty (50) percent of payment shall be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical added to the second regular school contract following the leave, or b. The entire payment shall be made on September 15 of the school year the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in is on sabbatical leave provided the system teacher (and spouse) have signed a secured promissory note for at least the payment amount, which note shall become due if the teacher does not complete two (2) yearsyears of service to the Union Township Schools under regular contract immediately following the year's leave of absence. 8. Upon Reinstatement after the teacher's return, he/she sabbatical leave shall include the following considerations: a. The year of leave shall be counted as one point towards experience on the compensation model. b. The leave shall in no way endanger the teachers' tenure status. c. All fringe benefits will be paid on in effect during the step he/she would have received if sabbatical leave had upon receipt of enrollment fees. d. The teacher shall be reinstated in the same position held when the leave was granted unless notified in writing before the leave is granted. If, due to unusual circumstances, the position does not been taken. A report exist at the end of the sabbatical will be made to year's leave, the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of Board shall offer the leaveteacher the first comparable position that becomes available for which the teacher is qualified.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation An educator may apply for a year's BOARD approved sabbatical leave. This leave is for the professional growth of the Superintendent educator as it relates to current or future duties within, and to the benefit of Schoolsthe Park City School District. A request for a sabbatical leave must include an application with a statement of the educational goal and plan, which indicates how that goal shall be achieved. The request shall need approval by the principal and the superintendent prior to submission to the BOARD. A sabbatical leaves leave may be granted to members an educator for up to one school year. 7.3.1. To qualify for a sabbatical leave, the educator will have completed six successful years in the DISTRICT. 7.3.2. An educator may be awarded a sabbatical leave at seven-year intervals. 7.3.3. Two full-year sabbaticals may be granted per year districtwide. 7.3.4. During the sabbatical year, the educator shall receive 50% of the bargaining unit prior year's salary. 7.3.5. Upon return to the DISTRICT, the educator shall commit to a minimum of two years' service to the DISTRICT or shall pay the entire sum of the salary, plus the entire sum of fringe benefits paid during the sabbatical year to the DISTRICT. 7.3.6. The DISTRICT shall pay the negotiated insurance benefits for educators during the sabbatical year. 7.3.7. Credits earned may be submitted for approval. A step increase will not be granted for the leave year. 7.3.8. The educator shall be offered the same position in which they were employed before the sabbatical year upon return to the DISTRICT. 7.3.9. To assure an orderly process. an application for sabbatical leave must be acted upon no later than the following dates: (a) January 15 - Written plan and application submitted to the principal. (b) January 31 - Written plan and application if approved by the BOARD. Should principal submitted to the Superintendent fail human resources department. (c) March 10 - (or before to recommend sabbatical leave(s), coincide with the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendentregular BOARD meeting) - Written plan and application with principal's decision directly and superintendent's recommendation submitted to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3d) April 1 - Written notification of approval or denial of sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will request shall be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received provided by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15BOARD. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation A. Subject to applicable statutory provisions of the Superintendent State of SchoolsNew Jersey, the Board may grant a sabbatical leave of absence for study to a member of the teaching staff who is also a member of the negotiations unit as set forth in Article I herein. Sabbatical leaves of absence are granted for the aforementioned professional improvement which, in the opinion of the Board, shall render a benefit to the Mountainside School District, subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval by the Board, of the sabbatical leave request shall, in addition to all of the other conditions set forth herein, be contingent upon: a. Securing a certified employee qualified to assume the applicant's duties while on leave. b. A report filed by the Chief School Administrator with the Board indicating to what extent leaves of absence may be granted without detriment to members the Mountainside School District. 2. The Chief School Administrator must approve all plans for study. 3. Written requests for sabbatical leaves of absence must be received in the Chief School Administrator's office not later than November 15 of the bargaining unit by year preceding the BOARDyear for which the leave is sought. Should the Superintendent fail An outline of course of action and benefits to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly be derived must be submitted to the BOARDChief School Administrator no later than December 1st. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually4. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five served the Mountainside School District continuously and satisfactorily for a minimum of seven (57) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School Systemon a full-time basis. 38.5 5. The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for sabbatical leave shall encompass a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leaveperiod of one (1) year. 38.6 Requests 6. Study for leave must be received the sabbatical year as used herein is defined as a minimum of sixteen (16) points of credit or its equivalent as approved by the Superintendent Chief School Administrator in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15an approved college or university. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found7. A final determination will be made Provided there are sufficient qualified applicants, no less more than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report members of the teaching staff as set forth in Article I herein shall be absent on sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveleave at any one time. 8. All sabbatical leaves shall commence on September 1st.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon Section 1. The Committee, upon recommendation of the Superintendent Superintendent, may grant a sabbatical leave of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted absence for study or research (including approved educationally oriented travel programs) to members of the bargaining unit professional staff who have completed at least seven (7) years of service in the Tewksbury School System, which may be interrupted by military, maternity, or other approved leave of absence. Preference will be given to applicants for advanced study beyond the Master’s degree. Section 2. Pursuant to the terms of General Laws Chapter 71, section 41(a), a teacher, prior to the granting of a sabbatical leave of absence, shall enter into a written agreement with the School Committee that upon termination of such leave, he/she will return to the Tewksbury Public Schools for a period of at least two (2) years, and that in default of completing such service he/she will repay to the Town the amount of the salary received during the sabbatical leave, provided that the teacher shall be released from such payment if failure to serve the two years is due to illness, disability or death, or if discharged from the service by the BOARDSchool Committee. Section 3. Should Successful applicants will receive one-half of the salary to which they would have been entitled provided that the amount when coupled with any scholarship, grant or aid shall not exceed the salary to which they would have been entitled. Section 4. Application for sabbatical leave shall be submitted to the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), of Schools in writing no later than December 1 of the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly school year previous to the BOARDschool year for which the leave is being requested. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annuallySection 5. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No Not more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will of absence shall be granted simultaneouslyat any time during any school year. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in Section 6. During the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be course of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, semi-monthly reports of progress shall be made to the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) yearsSuperintendent of Schools. Upon completion of sabbatical leave, members of the teacher's return, he/she will professional staff shall submit a comprehensive report to the Superintendent of Schools containing a transcript of college or university work done while on leave or any other interpretive material conducive to the evaluation of the program. Section 7. A member of the staff returning from sabbatical leave shall be paid placed on the step salary schedule he/she would have received if leave attained had not been takenhe/she remained in the school system, and shall be eligible for the school benefits according to the Town policy while on leave. Section 8. A report member of the professional staff who has been granted a sabbatical will leave of absence must serve for another seven (7) years in the Tewksbury Public Schools before being eligible for consideration for a second sabbatical leave. Section 9. A sabbatical leave of absence shall not be made to granted for less than one full semester nor more than one full school year. Section 10. Members of the professional staff on sabbatical leave shall not engage in remunerative work while on leave except as hereinafter provided. Scholarships and fellowships in approved colleges and universities which do not interfere with the prescribed program of professional improvement are accepted. If other remunerative work is desired by the professional staff while on sabbatical leave, prior written approval must be obtained from the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of Schools. A. The Tewksbury School Committee shall effect a decision on all applications for sabbatical leave not later than the regular April meeting prior to that in which the leave is to be granted. B. Nothing in this sabbatical policy is to be interpreted as guaranteeing a sabbatical to any member or group of members of the leaveprofessional staff, and the School Committee reserves the right to limit the number of sabbatical leaves granted in any school year or to distribute them among various levels of the staff.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of SchoolsSabbatical leave, sabbatical leaves not to exceed one (1) year, may be granted to members a teacher of the bargaining unit by Hampton Township School District, at the BOARD. Should discretion of the Superintendent fail Board of Education, to recommend sabbatical leave(spursue an advanced degree or for full time study (12 credits or more per semester), which will directly benefit the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly school system and contribute to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on education of the merit pupils of these requests. If deniedthe District, reasons in writing will be sent the opinion of the Board of Education, subject to the candidates.following conditions: 38.3 1. No more than three one (31) certified teacher may be on a sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneouslyleave at any one time. 38.4 2. The teacher must have completed five at least nine (59) consecutive years of service in the Portsmouth Hampton Township School SystemDistrict, in a position requiring certification. 38.5 The 3. A teacher will on sabbatical leave shall be paid half salary with by the Board of Education at the rate of 50% of their full benefits time equivalent pay for a one-full year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year sabbatical leave. 38.6 Requests 4. Request for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent Chief School Administrator in writing no later than February January 1, and action by the Board must be taken by the BOARD on all such requests no later than March 151 of the school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. The application shall contain the following: A. A detailed description of the sabbatical study program and its significance as a contribution to the school district, stated in terms of objectives related to our school district's philosophy and programs. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that B. The relationship of the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject study program to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32applicant's long-range professional objectives. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for 5. Upon return from sabbatical leave, a teacher shall be placed on the teacher will agree in writing to continue working salary schedule at the level which he or she would have achieved had he or she remained actively employed in the system during the period of his or her absence. 6. The employee is expected to return to service in the District for at least two not less than four (24) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD years upon completion of the leave, and to compare the experience to the objectives stated in the application. If a teacher works less than four (4) years following the sabbatical leave, he or she shall be required to return a prorated portion of the sabbatical grant under the following formula: 1/40 of the salary received for each month or part thereof not taught, up to a maximum of 40/40 or the entire salary if the teacher fails to return to the employment of the school district after sabbatical leave. 7. No teacher shall be granted more than one sabbatical leave while in the employ of the school district. 8. Courses taken while on leave are not subject to tuition reimbursement. 9. Upon conclusion of the sabbatical leave, teachers shall present satisfactory evidence of successful completion of courses. A grade of B or better is required for course completion.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation ‌ 16.1 The Committee may grant a leave of absence for study or research to any teacher with professional teacher status which would increase his/her professional ability in accordance with the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDfollowing terms and conditions. 38.2 The BOARD will budget A. Application for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent superintendent in writing no in such form as may be required by him/her not later than February 1, and action must January 1 prior to the school year during which such teacher desires sabbatical leave. A teacher will be taken notified by the BOARD no later than March 15Committee of the grant or rejection of his/her application on or before April 1 of the school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical B. The granting of such application is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32approval of the superintendent and the Committee. 38.8 Requests for C. If the sabbatical leave is for the entire school year, sabbatical leave pay shall be fifty (50) percent of the base salary to which the teacher would have been entitled during the period of sabbatical leave. If the sabbatical leave is for one-half (1/2) the school year, sabbatical leave pay shall be one hundred (100) percent of the base salary to which the teacher would have been entitled during the period of the sabbatical leave, if no sabbatical leave had been taken, provided that amount, when coupled with any scholarship, grant or aid, shall not exceed the salary to which such teacher would have been entitled. D. No more than one (1) percent of the teaching staff of the Waltham Public Schools may be granted by the BOARD for on sabbatical leave at any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and valueone time. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical E. Prior to the granting of such leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in shall enter into a written agreement with the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's returnCommittee that upon termination of such leave, he/she will be paid on return to service in the step public schools of Waltham for a period equal to twice the length of such leave and that, in default of completing such service, he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made refund to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion Committee an amount equal to such proportion of salary received by him/her while on leave as the leaveamount of service not actually rendered as agreed, bears to the amount of service agreed to be rendered.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon Section 1. The Committee, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may grant a leave of absence for study or research to any teacher or supervisor having served seven or more years, which would increase his professional ability, such leave to be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)for a period not exceeding one year at 1/2 pay, the teacher(s)or 1/2 year at full pay, involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly provided that prior to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD granting of such leave, said teacher or supervisor shall enter into a written agreement with the Committee that upon termination of such leave he/she will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up return to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years serve in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits public schools of Westford for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be period of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's returnyears and that in default of completing such service, he/she will refund to the Town an amount equal to such proportion of salary received by him/her while on leave as the amount of service agreed to be paid on rendered. It is recognized that the step Committee has the right to determine the number of such leaves, if any, that shall be granted. Section 2. Applications and selections: Applications must be filed with the Superintendent no later than November 1 of the school year proceeding the school year for which the leave is requested. In the event a number of applications are received, the following factors will be taken into account in assigning leave: a. Educational value of the proposed projects to the school system. b. Length of service in the Westford Public School System. c. Representation of areas of teaching in the system (i.e., High, Middle School, Elementary, Special) d. Priority of application (date) e. The availability of a qualified replacement for the person requesting leave. Section 3. During the course of the sabbatical leave, the Superintendent shall receive written reports at the end of each semester from those who are matriculating in a full time program, and bimonthly reports from others. Section 4. A person returning from a leave under this Article, unless there has been a reduction in force that would have affected him/her, will be returned to the same or a similar position to which he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report was assigned at the commencement of the sabbatical will be made to leave with all benefits (including seniority) that he/she had accrued at the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion commencement of the leave. Section 5. No more than 2% of the staff may be on sabbatical leave at any one time. Section 6. It is understood that the recipient of a sabbatical leave does not engage in employment for pay while on sabbatical unless written permission is received from the Superintendent. Section 7. Sabbatical leaves are granted subject to the terms set forth in the Sabbatical Leave Agreement currently in effect.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves Sabbatical leave: A teacher may be granted to members of “sabbatical leave” under the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 following conditions: 14-1.0 The teacher must have completed five seven (57) consecutive years service in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 school district, the last four (4) years must have been consecutive. 14-1.1 The teacher will shall be paid reimbursed at the rate of half salary with full benefits for a full year or full salary for one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a halfhalf (1/2) year. 14-year leave. 38.6 1.2 Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent superintendent, in writing writing, on such forms as designated by the Board, no later than February December 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD on all such requests no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical the third week in March recognize that February of the school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical may leave is requested. 14-1.3 The teacher must be delayed until enrolled in an accredited college or university and be engaged in a suitable teaching replacement can formal program leading to an advanced degree, which leads to a specialization that is needed by the District. 14-1.4 The degree requirements must be foundcompleted during the period of sabbatical leave if the program is for work toward either a Master’s Degree or a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Specialization. A final determination will The above policy shall be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled waived for those persons engaged in a program leading to begina Doctor’s Degree. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 14-1.5 Requests for sabbatical leave may on a basis, other than the criteria established herein, shall be granted by given consideration and nothing contained herein shall prohibit the BOARD for any reason; howeverBoard from granting such leaves. However, such requests must contain significant rationale setting forth the value of such leave must to the school district. Upon the recommendation of the superintendent, and the approval of the Board, such leave shall be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for granted. 14-1.6 Upon return from sabbatical leave, a teacher shall be placed on the teacher will agree in writing to continue working salary schedule at the level that s/he would have achieved had s/he remained actively employed in the system for at least two (2) yearsduring the period of his/her absence. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.14-1.7

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools1. Sabbatical leave for study, sabbatical leaves travel, or research may be granted by the Board to members teacher employees who have completed six (6) years of service in the school corporation. Such leave may be granted under the following conditions: (a) Each year one (1) percent of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved teaching staff who are eligible may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year sabbatical leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. (b) A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by for one (1) semester, one (1) full year, or the BOARD for any reason; however, last semester of the leave must be of a significant nature and valuenext school year. 38.9 Before leaving for (c) An approved sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing leave may carry an allowance of one-half (1/2) contractual salary subject to continue working in the system for at least two deductions required by: (1) Law (2) years. Upon the teacherBoard of Education regulation (3) employee designation (d) Considerations in granting approval to requests: (1) No member shall apply in an attempt to gain a Master's return, he/she will Degree. (2) The reasons for a sabbatical leave shall be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made offered to the Superintendent of Schools in writing, and BOARD upon completion the Superintendent's written approval must be filed before leave may be taken or compensation received. (3) Members to be granted leaves must be pursuing a course of study. (e) Such compensation shall be paid to the member by the following method: (1) one-half (1/2) during the first semester of the leavefirst year a member returns to the Goshen Community Schools. (2) one-half (1/2) during the second semester of the first year a member returns to the Goshen Community Schools. (3) No compensation shall be paid if the member does not return to the Goshen Community Schools. (4) Members granted sabbatical leave shall advance on the salary schedule as provided in the Compensation Model under Article IX. Pages 8-9, Article V, Section N Add to Paragraph 2 a new sub-paragraph (g) “Physical or mental health of the teacher or someone in the teacher’s care. Add a new Paragraph 3 as follows:

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD Commissioner may grant up a sabbatical leave of absence for study or independent research for one (1) year at half pay or for one-half year at half pay whenever school is in session to three any regularly appointed teacher who has completed seven (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (57) consecutive years of service in the Portsmouth Providence School System. 38.5 Department. The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for shall have the option of selecting the period of leave. Approval of a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical request shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 unreasonably withheld. The number of requests approved shall not be capped. Requests for sabbatical leave may for a full year or for a half year commencing at the beginning of the first semester shall be granted by submitted to the BOARD Commissioner or his/her designated representative on or before May 31 in the school year preceding the school year for any reason; however, which the request is made. The Commissioner shall render a decision regarding such request as soon as possible after receipt but in no case will the decision be made later than the last day of the school year. Request for sabbatical leave for a full year or a half year commencing at the beginning of the second semester shall be submitted to the Commissioner or his/her designated representative no later than December 1 of the school year for which the leave must is requested. The Commissioner shall render a decision regarding such request as soon as possible after receipt but in no case will the decision be made later than January 1 of the school year for which the leave is requested. When a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for teacher has received a sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working further eligibility shall not commence until seven (7) more consecutive years of service are completed in the Providence School Department. Absences totaling more than ninety (90) school days within a teacher’s school year shall be considered as breaking the continuity of seven (7) consecutive years. A teacher’s school year shall be that period between his/her annual increments. Any teaching activities connected with a scholastic fellowship or grant shall not be considered as employment. FURTHER, a teacher requesting such leave must undertake a program of studies approved by the Commissioner carrying no less than twelve (12) classroom credits per semester unless the writing of a thesis is involved, or the proposed study is towards a doctorate. Where the writing of a thesis or a doctoral study is involved, the Commissioner shall be empowered to approve a program of studies of less than twelve (12) classroom credits, but the combined credits for classroom work and the writing of a thesis should total twelve (12) credits. FURTHER, a teacher requesting such leave for independent research shall be required to submit a synopsis indicating that the leave will be beneficial to the school system and/or the community. FURTHER, a teacher who receives a leave with pay must agree to return to the Providence School Department at the expiration of his/her leave and remain for at least a period of not less than two (2) years. Upon Any teacher who decides to resign and thereby fails to serve for the teacher's return, two (2) full years following his/her leave must refund one- twentieth (1/20) of the salary received while on leave for each month he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if failed to serve short of twenty (20) months. FURTHER, study leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leavegranted under this section shall establish service credit as outlined in Section 5-5.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves 12-1 Sabbatical leave: A teacher may be granted to members of sabbatical leave under the bargaining unit by following conditions: 12-1.1 Must have completed seven years' service in the BOARD. Should district; the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDlast four (4) years must have been consecutive. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one12-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 1.2 Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing on such forms as designated by the Board no later than February 1November 1st, and action must be taken by the BOARD on all such requests no later than March 15December 15th of the school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted 12-1.3 The teacher must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and be engaged in a sabbatical in March recognize that formal program leading to an advanced degree leading to a specialization which is needed by the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32district. 38.8 12-1.4 The degree requirements must be completed during the period of sabbatical leave if the program is for work toward either a Master's Degree or a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Specialization. The above policy shall be waived for those persons engaged in a program leading to a Doctorate Degree. 12-1.5 Requests for sabbatical leave may on a basis other than the criteria established herein shall be granted by given consideration and nothing contained herein shall prohibit the BOARD for any reason; howeverBoard from granting such leaves. However, such requests must contain significant rationale setting forth the value of such leave must to the district. Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent and the approval of the Board, such leave shall be of a significant nature and valuegranted. 38.9 Before leaving for 12-1.6 Upon return from sabbatical leave, a teacher shall be placed on the salary schedule at the level which he/she would have achieved had he/she remained actively employed in the system during the period of his/her absence. 12-1.7 Any teacher will granted a sabbatical leave of absence must agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) yearsyears following the sabbatical leave. Upon If the total remission of service is not made by the teacher's return, he/she will the teacher shall agree, by signing a promissory note before being granted the leave, to remit to the Board the monetary amount equal to the time not served. Remission of the total amount expended by the Board shall be paid on made at the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. rate of one-half (1/2) per year of service, except in the case of death or total disability of the employee. 12-1.8 A report or summary of the sabbatical will leave shall be made submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD the Board upon the completion of the leave. During the leave period, the teacher shall furnish periodic progress reports of the sabbatical leave, as requested by the Board and the administration. 12-1.9 A teacher on sabbatical leave shall be paid one-half (1/2) his/her annual salary for a full year sabbatical or full salary for one-half (1/2) year sabbatical; however, in no event shall the teacher’s earnings during the period of such sabbatical exceed his/her earnings for the previous year as adjusted by increment and raise. 12-1.10 Teachers on sabbatical leave will have their benefits continued as long as the insurance carriers are willing to accept such coverage. The district will have the option of bearing any additional cost incurred.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves Sabbatical leave may be granted to members any properly certified professional employee under the following conditions and provisions: (1) After 7 years of service as a fully certified professional employee defined as a teacher, nurse, supervisor, director, principal, superintendent, coordinator, psychologist and any other professional position in public education in this State, provided that at least 5 consecutive years of such service shall have been in the employ of the bargaining unit by school board from which leave of absence is sought, unless such board in its discretion shall allow a shorter period of time; (2) For purposes of professional improvement or for the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD.recovery of health after prolonged illness; term; 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annuallyThe period of leave shall not be shorter than one-half school term or longer than 1 full school (4) While on leave the employee shall not be allowed to engage in full-time gainful employment, except by written agreement with the leave-granting board. The BOARD may grant up However, this provision shall not preclude the employee from receiving grants such as scholarships, gifts, fellowships, part-time employment, or other grants of aid as frequently provided by colleges, universities, governmental agencies, corporations, trusts or other individuals to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit students or other persons engaged in study or travel for purposes of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates.professional improvement; 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical professional employee shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in return to service to the system leave-granting board for a period of at least two (2) years. Upon 1 full school year following the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report completion of the employee's leave; (6) Request for sabbatical will leave shall be presented in writing to said leave-granting board at a regular meeting of such board before April 1 for leave to begin at the opening of the next term, and before November 1 for leave to begin at the opening of the second semester of the term; (7) At the end of any such period of leave of absence the employee shall present evidence of that employee's own professional improvement in such terms as shall have been agreed upon between said employee and said leave-granting board at the time when such leave was granted. Such evidence may consist of college transcripts, degrees earned or written reports by the recipient of the leave of absence; (8) Said leave-granting board shall accept the employee into full-time employment upon that employee's return from leave and assign the employee to the position from which that employee left or to a similar position. In no case may assignment be made so as to invalidate the Superintendent employee's certification status or to bring about a demotion in position or salary; (9) For purposes of salary increments and BOARD upon completion pension eligibility and computation, a year of leave shall be considered a year of experience in covered employment under the provisions of local or state salary and pension programs, except that not more than 2 years of leave shall be applied toward salary increments and pension credits to any person. Failure of an employee to return to service of said leave-granting board shall be cause for forfeiture of salary increments and pension credits for the period of the leave. (10) School boards may set a limit on the number of employees who may be granted leave each year, provided that, in any district having fewer than 20 professional employees, 1 eligible applicant may be granted leave each year; (11) The leave-granting district shall provide to the employee granted leave, under paragraphs (1)-(10) of this section, compensation equal to 1/2 the salary to which the employee would have been entitled under full-time employment; provided, however, that in no case shall the compensation paid exceed $10,000 for a full school year leave or $5,000 for a 1/2 school year. The State shall continue to pay the state share of other employment costs as specified in § 6340 of Title 29 for the employee on sabbatical leave. (12) Sabbatical leave authorized under this section, at state expense, shall be limited to 1 full year leave or 2 half-year leaves per local school district during a fiscal year. Nothing in this section, however, shall prevent a school district from granting additional sabbatical leaves if the district pays the salary and other employment costs for the employee who is on leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of 1. It is recognized by the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves Board that a long-term leave may be granted to members a faculty member, who has been employed by Woodstock Academy for a minimum of seven (7) years, for the bargaining unit purpose of undertaking advanced study beyond his/her legal obligation in the teacher's specific content area. 2. A teacher may be granted such leave after consideration by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually administration and Board of Trustees based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received criteria established by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundBoard of Trustees. A final determination Such approval or rejection will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32grievance/arbitration procedures of this contract. 38.8 Requests for 3. Any teacher requesting sabbatical leave must do so, in writing, by January 1 of the year prior to the leave. A teacher may be granted such leave at the discretion of the Headmaster, and with the approval of the Board of Trustees. The Board will render its decision to the teacher, in writing, by February 15 with reasons, if denied. 4. This leave shall be granted for no less than one (1) academic year. 5. The teacher granted such leave shall have the BOARD option of retaining full medical and life insurance benefits at his/her own expense. Upon return to duty, said teacher will be credited with all unused sick leave accumulated prior to having been granted such leave and will be credited with the number of years previously acquired in salary steps. 6. The Board recognizes the need for any reason; however, continuity of program and will restore the teacher upon his/her return to the original discipline in which he/she taught at the time of application for such leave. All extra-duty compensated positions may be continued through the leave must be at the discretion of a significant nature and valuethe Headmaster after consultation with the teacher making application for leave. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical 7. No more than two teachers may be granted such leave during the academic year under the following financial conditions: a. When only one person is granted said leave, he/she shall be continuously paid seventy- five percent (75%) of his/her base salary at the time of application for leave in twenty-six (26) equal installments commencing in the first paycheck of the school year. At the completion of one year's return to duty, said teacher will shall receive twenty-five percent (25%) of the teacher's base salary at the time of application for leave in a lump sum payment with the final paycheck in June. b. When two persons are granted said leave, each shall be continuously paid fifty percent (50%) of his/her base salary at the time of application for leave in twenty-six (26) equal installments commencing in the first paycheck of the school year. 8. Any teacher granted a sabbatical leave by Woodstock Academy shall agree in writing writing, within fifteen (15) days of formal notification of approval of said leave, to continue working in the system return to Woodstock Academy for at least two (2) yearsconsecutive years commencing with the school year following said leave. Upon Should said teacher fail to return to Woodstock Academy as stated above, the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on teacher agrees to reimburse Woodstock Academy for salary costs incurred by the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of Board during the sabbatical will be made leave. a) Return for two (2) consecutive academic years: no reimbursement; b) Return for one (1) year: fifty percent (50%) of all salary paid by the Board to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion teacher on sabbatical leave; and c) No return: one hundred percent (100%) of all salary paid by the Board to the teacher on sabbatical leave. 9. Any teacher granted a sabbatical leave by Woodstock Academy shall not be eligible for course reimbursement otherwise provided in the terms of this contract.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon A Sabbatical Leave will be available to members of this bargaining unit for each year for approved study or other educational pursuits upon the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board of SchoolsEducation. The Sabbatical is subject to prior Board approval of the study and/or itinerary. The leave shall be granted without restriction on grants for fellowship awards received. The leave, sabbatical if more than one is requested, shall rotate in alternate years between a teacher from the elementary level (K-6) and a teacher from the secondary level (7-12) after seven (7) years of continuous service within the system. When multiple applications from a level are received, the Board shall determine which applicant shall receive the leave with the District’s needs a factor in consideration. The District reserves the right to grant additional leaves at their sole discretion according to their specific criteria. 1. During the term of this contract, only one (1) teacher per year may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARDsabbatical leave for professional study only. 2. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend During this sabbatical leave(s)leave, the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget teacher granted leave for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher one full year will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave half (1/2) the salary he or full pay and benefits for a half-year she would have received during the period of such leave. 38.6 Requests 3. The Sabbatical leave for leave must one half (1/2) the academic year shall be at the full salary the teacher would have received during the period of such leave. 4. Xxxxxx of the recipient as derived from his/her sabbatical pay and other sources shall not exceed his/her annual salary. Monies received from fellowships and stipends shall not be counted as income. (a) Any income beyond his/her normal salary shall reduce his/her sabbatical pay by such excess (fellowships and stipends excluded). 5. Written application for sabbatical leave, stating the Superintendent in writing no later than purpose and objectives shall be submitted to the Chief School Officer on or before February 1, and action must be taken by prior to the BOARD no later than March 15school year leave is to commence. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted 6. Accompanying the application for a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing submit a contract obligating he or she to continue working in return to the system faculty of the Friendship Central School District for at least two (2) years. Upon The contract for the teacher's return, he/she sabbatical pay will be paid forgiven at the rate of twenty-five percent (25%) for each regular semester of service (2 semesters equal one school year). The failure to serve two full years after the sabbatical leave will obligate the individual to refund the pro-rata portion of the sabbatical pay (twenty-five percent (25%) for each regular semester not completed). 7. A teacher on sabbatical leave shall be considered a continuous employee of the step he/she would have received if leave had not been takendistrict in terms of employment benefits. 8. A report of and/or presentation on the sabbatical Sabbatical will be made presented to the Superintendent and BOARD upon Board within ninety (90) days after the completion of the leave. 9. No teacher shall be eligible for a second Sabbatical leave for seven (7) years.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation A. Any teacher who has completed seven (7) or more years of continuous full -time service in the Parsippany-Xxxx Hills Schools may, upon recommen- xxxxxx of the Superintendent Superintendent, be granted a leave of Schoolsabsence by the Board for one (1) full year for study. After each subsequent period of seven (7) or more years of such service, sabbatical leaves a further leave for study may be granted granted. B. Application for such leave shall be made prior to members of December 1st previous to the bargaining unit school year for which such absence is requested. Such application shall be made upon a regular form furnished by the BOARD. Should Board and shall indi- cate a program, approved by the Superintendent fail and the Board, to recommend sabbatical leave(s), be fol- lowed by the teacher(s), involved may appeal teacher during the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit period of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received C. Applicants shall agree to abide by all conditions determined upon by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15Board to govern such leaves of absence. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted D. As a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled condition to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical such leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall enter into a contract to continue working con- tinue in the system service of the Parsippany-Xxxx Hills Public Schools for a peri- od of at least two (2) yearsyears after the expiration of the leave of absence. Upon Failing to so continue in service, the teacher shall repay the Board the full salary received while on leave. E. The salary granted to a teacher on such leave shall be one-half (1/2) of the salary to which he or she would be entitled if not on leave. From such half -salary shall be deducted monthly the regular deductions for the Teachers' Pension Fund and other deductions authorized by the teacher's return. Salary pay- ments shall be made monthly in accordance with the schedule for payment of salaries in the school system. F. Not more than two percent (2%) of all the teachers (positions covered by this Agreement) shall be granted sabbatical leave for the same year. In granting such leaves due consideration shall be given first and foremost to the possible benefits to the total school district. In cases of equal benefit to the district, seniority shall be considered. G. If more than two percent (2%) of the staff shall apply for leave, selection shall be made on the basis of benefits to the school system. At all times the needs of the school system as a whole shall be paramount. The Super- intendent shall make recommendations regarding this matter. H. Teachers on such leave may not associate for compensation with any per- son, persons, or organization during the school year, unless the Board ap- proves such association as beneficial to this school system and only then upon the condition prescribed by the Board. I. Any grant, fellowship or scholarship which does not entail teaching a reg- ularly scheduled class shall not diminish the salary received while on leave. Teachers on such leave shall make such regular written reports to the Superintendent as he/she will may require. Teachers on such leave shall be paid on considered as in the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report employ of the sabbatical will Board and the time thus spent shall count as regular service toward retirement and for consideration in regard to salary adjustments. X. Xxxx leave of absence shall be made without prejudice to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion teachers' tenure rights. K. The teacher shall be assigned to a bargaining unit position as determined by the Board at the time of the return from sabbatical leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation All teachers shall have an opportunity to apply for a sabbatical leave of one (1) school year for resident study, research, travel or other purposes designed to improve the school system. The proposed plan must be approved by the Board of Education and not thereafter modified without the approval of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annuallyBoard. The BOARD may grant up to three (3Sabbatical shall be conditional upon the following: 1) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted after completion of at least six (6) years of service as a full- time teacher, Principal or Superintendent in Leyden Community High School District 212 and may again be granted after completion of a subsequent period of six (6) years of such service. 2) The maximum number of Sabbatical Leaves per year may be no more than two (2) from the total certified staff. The Board will grant the two who are recommended by the BOARD for any reason; however, selection committee. 3) The teacher on Sabbatical Leave shall from time to time and at the end of the leave must be required to give supporting evidence of the work he/she has pursued during the time of his/her leave, including official transcripts of his/her credits, and copies of research studies. If the leave is pursued for travel, a significant nature summary of findings and valuerelationships of the travel to school programs shall be filed in the Administration offices. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will 4) The applicant shall agree in writing that if at the expiration of such leave he/she does not return to continue working and perform contractual continued service in the system district for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's school years after his/her return, all sums of money including insurance premiums and other fringe benefits received from the Board during his/her Sabbatical Leave will be refunded to the Board within two (2) years of the beginning of the school year following the year of the Sabbatical Leave unless such return and performance is prevented by permanent illness or incapacity. During absence pursuant to Sabbatical Leave, payment shall be on the following basis: 1) The teacher shall receive the same basic salary as if in actual service, except that there shall be deducted there from an amount equivalent to the amount payable for substitute service. However, such salary after deduction for substitute service shall in no case be less than the minimum provided by 24-8 of the School Code, or one-half of the basic salary, whichever is greater. The salary of the teacher during the Sabbatical Leave will be paid in the same manner and at the same time that said teacher would normally be paid were he/she will teaching in District 212. A Sabbatical Leave may be granted to enable the applicant, if otherwise eligible, to accept scholarships for study or research. However, the person on leave shall not engage in any activity for which salary or compensation is paid unless the activity is directly related to the purpose for which the leave is granted and is approved by the Board. 2) The Board shall pay the contribution to the Teachers’ Retirement System required of the person on leave computed on the step he/she would have annual full-time salary rate under which the member last received if earnings immediately prior to the leave had not been taken. A report or a proportionate part of such rate for a partial year of Sabbatical Leave credit. 3) Unless justified by illness or incapacity, failure of any person granted a leave to devote the entire period to the purpose for which the leave was granted shall constitute a cause for removal from teaching service and any compensation from the Board of Education. 4) If during the leave, injury or illness of the sabbatical will be made to teacher prevents his/her completing the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion purpose of the leave, the Sabbatical Leave will be terminated and compensation by the Board of Education will be discontinued except that all provisions for sick leave will apply. 5) If injury, illness or death prevents the teacher from fulfilling his/her agreement to return and render service in District 212, no repayment of leave salary will be required. To qualify for this provision the illness or injury must conform to the policy of the Illinois Retirement System. Upon expiration of a leave and upon presentation of evidence satisfactory to the Board showing compliance with the conditions of the leave, the teacher shall be returned to a position in the District 212 equivalent to that formerly occupied. The tenured status of the teacher on Sabbatical Leave shall not be affected. A Sabbatical Leave Committee composed of the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, the Principal of the school where the applicant is teaching, and one teacher from each school elected by the Leyden Council Executive Board of the AFT, shall make recommendations on applications to the Board. Any teacher requesting Sabbatical Leave shall submit an application to the Assistant Superintendent on/or prior to the January 1 immediately preceding the school year of the Sabbatical Leave. The applicant will meet with the Sabbatical Leave Committee on/or before January 15 to present written and verbal evidence of reasons for requesting the Sabbatical Leave. The committee in turn, will consider all cases and make recommendations to the Board of Education. Candidates will be informed of Board action on their application within seven (7) days after the last regularly scheduled meeting of the Board in January. Guidelines for selection shall be as follows: 1) Evidence of proficiency as a professional educator (e.g., uses innovative practices, serves on committees, shares ideas and materials, demonstrates leadership, engages in self-assessment, etc.) 2) Evidence of professional goals and aspiration. 3) Nature of the leave; what value it possesses for the school. 4) Reasonable distribution of applicants by departments and teaching levels. 5) Previous leaves. 6) Date of application. 7) Seniority on school staff. In the event that a sabbatical is rejected because of the District’s financial condition, a waiting list of candidates shall be compiled. The waiting list shall be reviewed annually and weighted consideration given when the District’s financial condition permits a resumption of sabbaticals.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 ‌ 39.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 39.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 39.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 39.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 39.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 39.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 39.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 3233. 38.8 39.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 39.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation The Board may grant a sabbatical to teachers performing contractual service for a period of at least four (4) school months, but not in excess of one (1) school term, for resident study, research and other purposes designed to improve the school system. The grant of a sabbatical leave by the Board shall constitute a finding that the leave is deemed to benefit the school system by improving the quality and level of experience of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves teaching force. The leave may be granted after completion of at least six (6) years of satisfactory service as a full‐time teacher and may again be granted after completion of a subsequent period of six (6) years of such service. A leave granted for a period of one (1) school year or less shall bar a further sabbatical leave until completion of six (6) years' additional satisfactory service. The leave shall be conditional upon a plan for resident study, research or other activities proposed by the applicant and deemed by the Board to members benefit the school system, which plan shall be approved by the Board and not thereafter modified without the approval of the bargaining unit Board. Before a leave is granted, the applicant shall agree in writing that if at the expiration of such leave he/she does not return to perform contractual continued service in the District for a least one (1) school year after his/her return, all sums of money received from the Board during his/her sabbatical leave will be returned to the Board, unless such return and performance is prevented by illness or incapacity. During absence pursuant to such leave, such teacher shall receive the same basic salary as if in actual service, except that there may be deducted there from an amount equivalent to the amount payable for substitute service. However, such salary, after deduction for substitute service, shall in no case be less than the minimum provided by Section 24‐8 of the School Code or one‐half (1/2) of the basic salary, whichever is greater. The person on leave shall not engage in any activity for which salary or compensation is paid unless the activity is directly related to the purpose for which the leave is granted and is approved by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundBoard. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted to enable the applicant, if otherwise eligible, to accept scholarships for study or research. Unless justified by illness or incapacity, failure of any person granted a leave under this section to devote the BOARD entire period to the purposes for any reason; however, which the leave must be was granted shall constitute a cause for removal from teaching service. Upon expiration of a significant nature leave granted pursuant to this section and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical upon presentation of evidence satisfactory to the Board showing compliance with the conditions of the leave, the teacher will agree shall be returned to a position equivalent to that formerly occupied. The contractual continued service status of the person on sabbatical leave shall not be affected. Absence during a leave granted pursuant to this section shall not be construed as a discontinuance of service for any purpose, including progression on the salary schedule, if one is in effect in the District. The Board shall pay the contribution to the Teachers' Retirement System required of the person on leave, computed on the annual full‐ time salary rate under which the member last received earnings immediately prior to the leave, or proportionate part of such rate for a partial year of sabbatical leave credit. The Board shall impose the limitation of not more than one (1) member of the faculty, being granted sabbatical leave at any given time. Any teacher desiring to make application for a sabbatical leave must notify the Board in writing of his/her intent to continue working apply for a sabbatical leave no later than February I of the preceding school year in which the system for at least two (2) years. Upon sabbatical leave is requested The application must state how long the teacher's return, he/she applicant will be paid on leave and how this leave will improve the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report applicants quality and level of the sabbatical will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveteaching.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 7-4.1 Desiring to reward professional performance and encourage independent research and achievement, the Board hereby initiates the policy of sabbatical leave for teachers for approved scholarly programs whether or not carried on in an academic institution, subject to the following conditions. It is understood that the granting of sabbatical leaves is within the discretion of the Superintendent Board of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDEducation. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3a) Not more than one teacher in the Kent elementary school shall be absent on sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidatesleave at any one time. 38.3 No more than three (3b) Request for sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent superintendent in writing in such form as may be required by the Board no later than February 1, and action must be taken by December 31 of the BOARD no later than March 15year proceeding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. The board shall reply within a thirty (30) day period. 38.7 Teachers who (c) The teacher has completed at least seven consecutive full school years of service in the school district. (d) Xxxxxx paid to a teacher on sabbatical leave shall be paid at the rate of three-fourths (¾) of his/her basic salary which would have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, effect had he/she will remained in the system, proportionate with the length of the leave. (e) The teacher shall agree to return to employment in the Kent Public Schools for one full year for each one-half year's leave. Upon such return the teacher shall be paid placed on the appropriate step he/she would have received if leave in the salary schedule as though such teacher had not been taken. A report on leave. (f) Basic Salary paid teachers on sabbatical leave will be advanced upon a personal note, repayable within two years from completion of the agreed study period if the individual fails to return for the required one or two years. The note which the teacher shall execute shall include the obligation to pay the Board's reasonable attorney’s fees in the event the teacher fails to return from sabbatical will be made leave or leaves the Board's employ prior to the Superintendent expiration of the required one or two-year period. Such note shall be reduced on a pro rata basis and BOARD shall be automatically canceled upon completion of the leaveagreed term of post-study employment or upon permanent disability or death of the teacher. For example, ten (10) percent of a one-year obligation or five (5) percent of a two-year obligation will be canceled upon completion of each month of return service.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation The Board of Education of Xxxx Community Consolidated School District 30-C may grant a sabbatical leave of absence to a teacher, performing contractual continued service for a period of at least four (4) school months but not in excess of one (1) school term, for resident study, research, travel or other purposes designed to improve the school system. The grant of a sabbatical leave shall constitute a finding that the leave is deemed to benefit the Xxxx School system by improving the quality and level of experience of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves teaching force. This leave may be granted to members upon the completion of the bargaining unit by the BOARDat least six (6) years of satisfactory service as a full-time teacher, and may again be granted after completion of a subsequent period of six (6) years of such service. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)However, the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three two (32) sabbatical leaves annuallyeach consisting of at least four (4) months, but totaling no more than the equivalent of one school year, may be granted within a six (6) year period. A leave granted for a period of one (1) school year or less shall bar a further sabbatical leave until completion of six (6) years additional satisfactory service. The BOARD may grant up leave shall be conditional upon a plan for resident study, research, travel or other activities proposed by the applicant and deemed by the Board to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on benefit the merit Xxxx School System, which plan shall be approved by the Board and not thereafter modified without the approval of these requeststhe Board. If deniedBefore a leave is granted, reasons the applicant shall agree in writing that if at the expiration of such leave he does not return to and perform contractual continued service in District for at least one (1) school year after his return, all sums of money received from the Board during his sabbatical leave will be sent refunded to the candidates. 38.3 No more Board unless such return and performance is prevented by illness or incapacity. During absence pursuant to such leave, such teacher, shall receive the same basic salary as if in actual service, except that there may be deducted there from an amount equivalent to the amount payable for substitute service. However, such salary after deduction for substitute service shall in no case be less than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth minimum provided by Section 24-8 of the Illinois School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a Code or one-year half of the basic salary, whichever is greater. The person on leave shall not engage in any activity for which salary or full pay compensation is paid unless the activity is directly related to the purpose for which the leave is granted and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received is approved by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundBoard. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted to enable the applicant, if otherwise eligible to accept scholarships for study or research. Unless justified by illness or incapacity, failure of any person granted leave under this Section to devote the BOARD entire period to the purposes for any reason; however, which the leave must be was granted shall constitute a cause for removal from teaching service. Upon expiration of a significant nature leave granted pursuant to this Section, and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical upon presentation of evidence satisfactory to the Board showing compliance with the conditions of the leave, the teacher will agree shall be returned to the position equal to that which they last held. The contractual continued service status of the person on sabbatical leave shall not be affected. Absence during a sabbatical leave shall not be construed as a discontinuance of service for any purpose, including progression on the salary schedule if one is in writing to continue working effect in the system for at least two (2) yearsDistrict. Upon The Board shall pay the teacher's return, he/she will be paid contribution to the Teachers' Retirement System required of the person on leave computed on the step he/she would have annual full-time salary rate under which the member last received if earnings immediately prior to the leave had not been takenor a proportionate part of such rate for a partial year of sabbatical leave credit. A report The Employee, while on sabbatical leave, shall be covered by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Sabbatical Regulations: A. Granted to certified staff only. B. Maximum of one per year per attendance center. C. Leave to members of the sabbatical same department or grade level will not be made permitted in successive years. D. Applications to be reviewed and scrutinized by an administrative team and submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD with recommendation for consideration or denial. i. Application to committee by April 1 / September 1. E. Final authorization shall be granted by the Board of Education upon completion recommendation of the leaveSuperintendent. i. Recommendation to the Board by the first regularly scheduled board meeting in May/November.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon Leave may be granted to teachers of the professional staff of the Southfield Public Schools upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of SchoolsSchools who may be advised by the Association, sabbatical leaves and finally upon approval of the Board, when in their considered judgment, the professional competence of the staff member and general welfare of the public schools will be benefited. 1. Any teacher who has served continuously in the Southfield Public Schools for a period of at least seven (7) years and has a teacher's permanent or life certificate, may be granted a sabbatical leave of absence, not to members exceed one (1) year for the following purpose: a. Approved study. b. Approved educational travel. c. Other activities approved by the Board. 2. Any teacher on sabbatical leave shall receive a salary equal to one-half (1/2) of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step contractual amount he/she would have received had he/she remained. Such salary will be paid on the regular pay periods during the leave. He/she shall also receive fringe benefits as if he/she were not on leave. 3. Notice of intent to apply for leave had of absence shall be made on or before March 15 of the school year previous to the school year for which leave of absence is requested. Request for such leave must be made on or before April 15. The total number of teachers on sabbatical leave in any one (1) year shall not been takenexceed two percent (2%) of the contractual staff. Disposition of the request for leave shall be communicated not later than May 15. 4. Before beginning the sabbatical leave, the teacher shall enter into contract to return to active service in the Southfield Public Schools for a period of at least one (1) year after the expiration of such leave. A report teacher who does not fulfill this agreement shall repay to the Board, within two (2) years, the amount received by him/her during the sabbatical leave. This rule does not apply in cases where the person becomes incapacitated or in cases wherein the rule is waived by the Board. If the application of a qualified teacher for sabbatical leave in one (1) year is denied due to an excess of two percent (2%) provided in three (3) above, he/she shall have his/her application considered first in the succeeding year should he/she re-apply and be eligible. 5. Teachers on sabbatical leave shall be allowed credit toward retirement for the time spent on such leave in accordance with rules and regulations established by the Board of Control of Public School Employee Retirement Fund. 6. Unless otherwise requested, a teacher upon return from a sabbatical leave shall be restored to his/her teaching position, or to a position of like nature and status. Nature and status shall be defined as the same job category (e.g. teaching area) and same level (e.g. elementary, middle school or high school). If no vacancy exists, the teacher returning from sabbatical leave shall be placed in the position of least seniority within the appropriate category and level. Increments shall be added as if the teacher had been teaching in the school district during the time of sabbatical leave. Said teacher shall be entitled to participate in any other benefits that may be provided by rules and regulations of the sabbatical Board made pursuant to law. 7. Upon return from sabbatical, the teacher shall submit a written report detailing activities during the sabbatical. The teacher may also be requested to make a verbal presentation to the Board of Education. 8. To protect the Board against the teacher's failure to return to his/her teaching position, provided he/she is physically and mentally capable, the teacher shall execute a non- interest bearing note in the amount of the salary payable while on leave. This note shall be paid off by one of two methods: a. The face amount of the note shall diminish by an amount equal to one-tenth (1/10) of the original face amount for each eighteen (18) days of service rendered. b. The note shall, upon failure of the teacher to return to the system to teach, be payable in twenty (20) installments, beginning with October 1 of the year the teacher should have returned and continuing for the next twenty-two (22) months, excluding the intervening July and August. During such payments, there shall be added to each payment an amount to cover interest so that the effective rate of interest the Board receives will be made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion six percent (6%) of the leaveunpaid balance, effective January 1, of the year the sabbatical was actually used. The teacher shall, after notifying the Board that he/she will not return, have the option of paying the note in full with no interest prior to September 1 of the school year he/she would have assumed his/her normal teaching station. 9. During the sabbatical leave the teacher shall not be allowed to hold any full time teaching position. However, this section shall not be construed to deny any teacher the right to fellowships, scholarships, grants-in-aid, or other scholastic stipends.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 20.1 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical employed in March recognize that the sabbatical district for seven (7) years may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests apply for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for one (1) year. During this sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing shall be considered to continue working be in the system employeement of the Board and shall receive a salary equivalent to one-half (1/2) of his/her annual salary. 20.2 To qualify for sabbatical leave a teacher must hold a permanent, continuing, life or professional teaching certificate and shall have accumulated at least ten (10) semester hours toward a master’s degree. 20.3 No more than two (2) yearsteachers may be on sabbatical leave during the year. 20.4 Sabbatical leave may be granted for one of the following reasons: A. Formal study at an accredited college or university toward an advanced degree. B. Research work under the guidance of competent research personnel. C. Special program accepted by the Board as recommended by the Superintendent. 20.5 Sabbatical leave must be applied for by February 15 of the year prior to the requested leave. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will Sabbatical leave must be paid requested in writing on the step he/she would have received if proper forms from the Superintendent. Teachers may be asked to be present during the consideration of their request for sabbatical leave had at the Board meeting. 20.6 The Board shall act upon the sabbatical leave requests prior to June 1. 20.7 Any teacher granted a sabbatical leave shall be required to work for a minimum of three (3) years upon his return from sabbatical leave for the Board. Any Teacher who does not been takencomplete the three (3) years minimum will return to the Board all monies funded him under this agreement and shall proportionately return these monies funded him under this agreement as follows: works one (1) year after sabbatical, refunds two-thirds (2/3) monies; works two (2) years after sabbatical, refunds one-third (1/3) money. A report Any teacher who does not work for the Board at all after his leave shall return all monies afforded him under this agreement. The teacher shall obtain a performance bond which meets these conditions prior to the final approval for said sabbatical leave. 20.8 Restitution of said sabbatical leave money does not apply in cases where the teacher becomes incapacitated or where the rule is waived by the Board. 20.9 During the sabbatical leave the teacher shall not be allowed to hold any full-time paid position. However, this section shall not be construed to deny any teacher the right to fellowships, scholarships, grants and aides, or other scholastic stipends. The granting of sabbatical leave shall be made solely upon the recommendation of the Superintendent and the authorization of the Board, providing funds for such sabbatical leaves are available. The Board reserves the right to reject any request for any reason for leaves as defined by this Agreement. 20.10 An employee who is absent on sabbatical leave for academic study shall be required to furnish evidence of satisfactory progress in his academic study. Specific details of this requirement shall be arranged at the time of approval of the sabbatical will be made request. Any employee on sabbatical leave who fails to meet the Superintendent and BOARD agreed upon completion of requirements in his application for said sabbatical leave shall forfeit all rights to continue leave unless specifically permitted to continue by the leaveBoard.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 10.2.1 Upon recommendation proper application and approval by the A-2 Chief Human Resources Officer, or his/her designee, a Sabbatical Leave of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves one (1) school year duration may be granted to members for completion of advanced program of study in the employee’s area of specialization. The Association requires: • A description of the bargaining unit by course of study for which the BOARDsabbatical leave is requested, including the specific classes to be taken (department, class number & title, if possible); • Confirmation of formal acceptance into an advanced study program; and • A description of how the sabbatical leave will benefit the District. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s(2007), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher 10.2.2 Employees must have completed five seven (57) consecutive years with the District by September 1, of the year in which the leave is to commence, and must not have taken Sabbatical Leave during the preceding seven (7) years.(2007) 10.2.3 Employees must apply by March 1, preceding the school year in which the Sabbatical Leave is to be taken, using forms developed by the Human Resources Office. Employees must substantiate the benefit of the Sabbatical Leave to the District and must describe the nature of the course of study. (2007) 10.2.4 If an employee receives a grant, scholarship, fellowship, job study program, or other academic award after March 1, but not later than August 1, of the school year, the A-2 Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee shall consider the request for Sabbatical Leave, provided the number of employees approved for Sabbatical Leave has not already exceeded the defined limit. The employee will receive a written notification of the decision within ten (10) days of the decision. (2007) 10.2.5 Salary to be one-half (1/2) of the employee’s annual rate in effect during the Sabbatical Leave year. While on leave, the employee shall furnish a surety bond indemnifying the District against loss in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will event the employee fails to render the minimum service required after return from leave. If the employee does not wish to furnish a surety bond, payment of Sabbatical Leave salary is to be paid half made in twelve (12) monthly installments added to the salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent employee during the year following the year in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken which the Sabbatical Leave is taken. That portion of the group medical insurance premium normally paid by the BOARD District shall be continued during the Sabbatical Leave, but no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical other employee benefits may be delayed until paid during the period of the Sabbatical Leave with the exception that up to one-half (1/2) of the Benefit Reserve Program (BRP) be paid. The Sabbatical Leave shall count for a suitable teaching replacement can be foundyear's experience, as if the employee were not on a leave of absence. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled Employees must agree to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject return to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests District for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be a minimum of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) yearsschool years following Sabbatical Leave and must submit a report which describes and evaluates the Sabbatical Leave. Upon (2007) 10.2.6 Employees granted a Sabbatical Leave will return to duty at the teacher's return, he/she will be paid same placement on the step he/she would have received if salary schedule as shown on the date leave had was granted, unless the employee has qualified for advancement. While assurances cannot been taken. A report of be given the sabbatical will employees, every effort shall be made to place the Superintendent employee in the same or a comparable assignment. He shall also be credited with the unused sick leave accumulated at the time the leave of absence was granted. 10.2.7 A Sabbatical Leave committee appointed by the Association and BOARD upon completion the District shall be established to review applications for Sabbatical Leave and make recommendations for approval or disapproval to the A-2 Chief Officer Resources Officers, or his/her designee.(2007) 10.2.8 Only one bargaining unit member may be granted Sabbatical Leave annually. If the sabbatical leave is not used in one year that allocation can be rolled over to the next year for a maximum of two (2) leaves able to be granted for bargaining unit members during any one year. All sabbaticals for employees must meet the leaverequirements of Article 10, Section 10.2.1.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation The policy of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves leave may be granted to members by the Superintendent with the approval of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)School Committee, the teacher(s)upon request, involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly for approved scholarly programs whether or not carried on in an academic institution, subject to the BOARD.following conditions: 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually1. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) members of the teaching staff of the Xxxxxx Public Schools shall be absent on sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneouslyleave at any one time. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits 2. Request for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing in such form as required by the Superintendent no later than February December 1 preceding the school year in which the sabbatical leave is requested. All applicants shall be notified of the action taken prior to April 1, and action must . Exceptions to the foregoing dates may be taken made by the BOARD no later than March 15Superintendent at his/her discretion. 38.7 3. The teacher has completed at least seven (7) school years of service or the equivalent thereof in the Xxxxxx Public Schools, excluding administratively-approved leave of absence and maternity leave. 4. Teachers who have been granted a on sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination leave will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32paid fifty percent (50%) of their annual rate of pay. 38.8 Requests 5. The teacher shall agree to return to employment at the Xxxxxx Public School System for sabbatical leave may be granted by one (1) full year in the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be event of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least one-half (2) year's leave or two (2) yearsfull years in the event of a full year's leave. Upon the teacher's such return, the teacher shall be placed on the appropriate step in the salary schedule as though the teacher had not been on leave. 6. A teacher to be granted a sabbatical leave shall sign a binding contract to the effect that he/she will be shall pay back to the Town of Xxxxxx the full amount of the salary paid on the step under such sabbatical leave if he/she would have received if leave had does not been taken. A report return to teach in the public schools of the sabbatical will Town of Xxxxxx for the required future amount of time. The full amount of salary paid shall be made repaid within thirty (30) days from the date he/she had agreed to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leavereturn to teach.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves 12-1 Sabbatical leave: A Teacher may be granted to members of sabbatical leave under the bargaining unit by following conditions: 12-1.1 Must have completed seven years’ service in the BOARD. Should District; the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDlast four (4) years must have been consecutive. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one12-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 1.2 Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing on such forms as designated by the Board no later than February 1November 1st, and action must be taken by the BOARD on all such requests no later than March 15December 15th of the school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted 12-1.3 The Teacher must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and be engaged in a sabbatical in March recognize that formal program leading to an advanced degree leading to a specialization which is needed by the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32District. 38.8 12-1.4 The degree requirements must be completed during the period of sabbatical leave if the program is for work toward either a Master’s Degree or a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Specialization. The above policy shall be waived for those persons engaged in a program leading to a Doctorate Degree. 12-1.5 Requests for sabbatical leave may on a basis other than the criteria established herein shall be granted by given consideration and nothing contained herein shall prohibit the BOARD for any reason; howeverBoard from granting such leaves. However, such requests must contain significant rationale setting forth the value of such leave must to the District. Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent and the approval of the Board, such leave shall be of a significant nature and valuegranted. 38.9 Before leaving for 12-1.6 Upon return from sabbatical leave, a Teacher shall be placed on the teacher will salary schedule at the level which he/she would have achieved had he/she remained actively employed in the system during the period of his/her absence. 12-1.7 Any Teacher granted a sabbatical leave of absence must agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) yearsyears following the sabbatical leave. Upon If the teacher's returntotal remission of service is not made by the Teacher, he/she will the Teacher shall agree, by signing a promissory note before being granted the leave, to remit to the Board the monetary amount equal to the time not served. Remission of the total amount expended by the Board shall be paid on made at the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. rate of one-half (1/2) per year of service, except in the case of death or total disability of the Employee. 12-1.8 A report or summary of the sabbatical will leave shall be made submitted to the Superintendent and BOARD the Board upon the completion of the leave. During the leave period, the Teacher shall furnish periodic progress reports of the sabbatical leave, as requested by the Board and the administration. 12-1.9 A Teacher on sabbatical leave shall be paid one-half (1/2) his/her annual salary for a full year sabbatical or full salary for one-half (1/2) year sabbatical; however, in no event shall the Teacher’s earnings during the period of such sabbatical exceed his/her earnings for the previous year as adjusted by increment and raise. 12-1.10 Teachers on sabbatical leave will have their benefits continued as long as the insurance carriers are willing to accept such coverage. The District will have the option of bearing any additional cost incurred.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves Sabbatical leave may be granted to members any properly certified professional employee under the following conditions and provisions: (1) After 7 years of service as a fully certified professional employee defined as a teacher, nurse, supervisor, director, principal, superintendent, coordinator, psychologist and any other professional position in public education in this State, provided that at least 5 consecutive years of such service shall have been in the employ of the bargaining unit by school board from which leave of absence is sought, unless such board in its discretion shall allow a shorter period of time; (2) For purposes of professional improvement or for the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD.recovery of health after prolonged illness; 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annuallyThe period of leave shall not be shorter than one-half school term or longer than 1 full school term; (4) While on leave the employee shall not be allowed to engage in full-time gainful employment, except by written agreement with the leave-granting board. The BOARD may grant up However, this provision shall not preclude the employee from receiving grants such as scholarships, gifts, fellowships, part-time employment, or other grants of aid as frequently provided by colleges, universities, governmental agencies, corporations, trusts or other individuals to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit students or other persons engaged in study or travel for purposes of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates.professional improvement; 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical professional employee shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in return to service to the system leave- granting board for a period of at least two (2) years. Upon 1 full school year following the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report completion of the employee's leave; (6) Request for sabbatical will leave shall be presented in writing to said leave-granting board at a regular meeting of such board before April 1 for leave to begin at the opening of the next term, and before November 1 for leave to begin at the opening of the second semester of the term; (7) At the end of any such period of leave of absence the employee shall present evidence of that employee's own professional improvement in such terms as shall have been agreed upon between said employee and said leave-granting board at the time when such leave was granted. Such evidence may consist of college transcripts, degrees earned or written reports by the recipient of the leave of absence; (8) Said leave-granting board shall accept the employee into full-time employment upon that employee's return from leave and assign the employee to the position from which that employee left or to a similar position. In no case may assignment be made so as to invalidate the Superintendent employee's certification status or to bring about a demotion in position or salary; (9) For purposes of salary increments and BOARD upon completion pension eligibility and computation, a year of leave shall be considered a year of experience in covered employment under the provisions of local or state salary and pension programs, except that not more than 2 years of leave shall be applied toward salary increments and pension credits to any person. Failure of an employee to return to service of said leave-granting board shall be cause for forfeiture of salary increments and pension credits for the period of the leave. (10) School boards may set a limit on the number of employees who may be granted leave each year, provided that, in any district having fewer than 20 professional employees, 1 eligible applicant may be granted leave each year; (11) The leave-granting district shall provide to the employee granted leave, under paragraphs (1)-(10) of this section, compensation equal to 1/2 the salary to which the employee would have been entitled under full-time employment; provided, however, that in no case shall the compensation paid exceed $10,000 for a full school year leave or $5,000 for a 1/2 school year. The State shall continue to pay the state share of other employment costs as specified in § 6340 of Title 29 for the employee on sabbatical leave. (12) Sabbatical leave authorized under this section, at state expense, shall be limited to 1 full year leave or 2 half-year leaves per local school district during a fiscal year. Nothing in this section, however, shall prevent a school district from granting additional sabbatical leaves if the district pays the salary and other employment costs for the employee who is on leave.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves 18.11.1 Sabbatical leave for one (1) year may be granted to members full-time employee(s) in the School District. 18.11.2 Said leave may be granted to employees who have demonstrated by their performance and their application for sabbatical leave that such experience would make a contribution to the improvement of the bargaining unit instructional program of the School District. 18.11.3 To be eligible for sabbatical leave an individual must have been employed by the BOARD. Should School District for at least seven (7) full-time continuous years. 18.11.4 Sabbatical leave may be granted for study, research, or any professionally advantageous activity. 18.11.5 Applications for sabbatical leave shall be submitted in writing to the Superintendent fail no later than January 15th of the year preceding the school year in which the leave is sought and will be approved or disapproved for recommendation to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal Board by the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD applicant(s) may grant up meet with the Board at the next scheduled Board meeting to three (3further clarify his/her application. The Board shall notify the successful applicant(s) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing letter no later than February 15 of the year preceding the school year in which the leave is sought. 18.11.6 A maximum of one (1) teacher grades one (1) through six (6), and action must one of grades seven (7) through twelve (12) may be taken by granted sabbatical leave each year. 18.11.7 Teachers on sabbatical leave will be paid regularly per contract. Payments shall be one-third of the BOARD previous year's annual salary, or the difference between the previous year's salary and that of the certified substitute teacher's salary, whichever amount is greater. The Teacher shall retain but not accrue seniority and accumulative sick leave while on sabbatical leave. 18.11.8 A teacher receiving a sabbatical leave shall agree to return to the School District for at least one (1) year following said leave. 18.11.9 A Teacher returning from sabbatical leave shall agree to return to the Superintendent no later than March 15October 10, a report summarizing educational activities and experience during the sabbatical. 38.7 Teachers 18.11.10 Any teacher who have been is granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, but does not complete the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report requirements of the sabbatical will be made previous, shall return to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of District the leavemonies paid to such Teacher.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 7-5.1 Desiring to reward professional performance and encourage independent research and achievement, the Board hereby initiates the policy of sabbatical leave for teachers for approved scholarly programs whether or not carried on in an academic institution, subject to the following conditions. It is understood that the granting of sabbatical leaves is within the discretion of the Superintendent Board of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDEducation. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3a) Not more than one teacher in the Canaan elementary school shall be absent on sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidatesleave at any one time. 38.3 No more than three (3b) Request for sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent superintendent in writing in such form as may be required by the Board no later than February 1, and action must be taken by December 31 of the BOARD no later than March 15year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. The board shall reply within a thirty (30) day period. 38.7 Teachers who (c) The teacher has completed at least seven consecutive full school years of service in the school district. (d) Xxxxxx paid to a teacher on sabbatical leave shall be paid at the rate of three- fourths (3/4) of his/her basic salary which would have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, effect had he/she will remained in the system, proportionate with the length of the leave. (e) The teacher shall agree to return to employment in the Canaan Public Schools for one full year for each one-half year's leave. Upon such return the teacher shall be paid placed on the appropriate step he/she would have received if leave in the salary schedule as though such teacher had not been taken. A report on leave. (f) Basic Salary paid teachers on sabbatical leave will be advanced upon a personal note, repayable within two years from completion of the agreed study period if the individual fails to return for the required one or two years. The note which the teacher shall execute shall include the obligation to pay the Board's reasonable attorney’s fees in the event the teacher fails to return from sabbatical will be made leave or leaves the Board's employ prior to the Superintendent expiration of the required one or two year period. Such note shall be reduced on a pro rata basis and BOARD shall be automatically canceled upon completion of the leaveagreed term of post-study employment or upon permanent disability or death of the teacher. For example, ten (10) percent of a one-year obligation or five (5) percent of a two-year obligation will be canceled upon completion of each month of return service.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 7-5.1 Desiring to reward professional performance and encourage independent research and achievement, the Board hereby initiates the policy of sabbatical leave for teachers for approved scholarly programs whether or not carried on in an academic institution, subject to the following conditions. It is understood that the granting of sabbatical leaves is within the discretion of the Superintendent Board of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARDEducation. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3a) Not more than one teacher in the Xxxxxx Center School shall be absent on sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidatesleave at any one time. 38.3 No more than three (3b) Request for sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing in such form as may be required by the Board no later than February 1, and action must be taken by December 31 of the BOARD no later than March 15year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. The Board shall reply within a thirty (30) day period. 38.7 Teachers who (c) The teacher has completed at least seven consecutive full school years of service in the school district. (d) Salary paid to a teacher on sabbatical leave shall be paid at the rate of three-fourths (3/4) of his/her basic salary which would have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, effect had he/she will remained in the system, proportionate with the length of the leave. (e) The teacher shall agree to return to employment in the Xxxxxx Public Schools for one full year for each one-half year's leave. Upon such return the teacher shall be paid placed on the appropriate step he/she would have received if leave in the salary schedule as though such teacher had not been taken. A report on leave. (f) Basic salary paid teachers on sabbatical leave will be advanced upon a personal note, repayable within two years from completion of the agreed study period if the individual fails to return for the required one or two years. The note which the teacher shall execute shall include the obligation to pay the Board's reasonable attorneys fees in the event the teacher fails to return from sabbatical will be made leave or leaves the Board's employ prior to the Superintendent expiration of the required one or two year period. Such note shall be reduced on a pro-rata basis and BOARD shall be automatically canceled upon completion of the leaveagreed term of post-study employment or upon permanent disability or death of the teacher. For example, ten (10%) percent of a one-year obligation or five (5%) percent of a two-year obligation will be canceled upon completion of each month of return service.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation Where a Sabbatical Leave has been approved for personal or professional growth of a general nature, the teacher shall receive monthly pay at the rate of 60 % of regular salary excluding supervisory or administrative allowances Approval and Selection Educational Leave The Director may approve any application where the training is deemed to support the priorities of the Superintendent of SchoolsDivision. Sabbatical Leave Where more than one application has been received, sabbatical leaves a committee will be asked to recommend applicants for the Director's consideration. No more than four (4) names may be granted to members recommended. The committee shall consist of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for two (2) teachers and three (3) sabbatical leaves annuallySenior Administration, one of whom shall be a Superintendent who will chair the committee. The BOARD may grant up Conditions Should the teacher fail to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on complete successfully the merit program approved as a condition of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the leave must be of a significant nature and value. 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher shall undertake to refund the full amount of the payments made to him/her under this section together with interest at the prime bank lending rate prevailing at the time the leave is granted. The refunding shall commence no more than one year following the date of teacher's return to the employ of the board. Should the teacher successfully complete the educational requirements of the approved program during the first year of return service, such action will agree in writing be deemed to continue working have satisfied the conditions of the leave, and no repayment of funds will be required. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report event of partial completion of the sabbatical will approved program, the board may, in its discretion, waive in full or in part the repayment of funds paid under this section. Should a teacher die while on leave of absence under this section or during the period of return service, there shall be no liability on any person for refund of payments made to the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of teacher during the leave.. Bursaries

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon In its desire to reward and to encourage independent research and achievement, EASTCONN hereby initiates the policy of sabbatical leave for teachers upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, sabbatical leaves may be granted EASTCONN Executive Director for approved scholarly programs contributing to members EASTCONN. Leave is subject to final approval of the bargaining unit by Board of Directors and the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD.following conditions: 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 A. No more than three one (31) member of the teaching staff shall be absent on sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneouslyleave at one time. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 Requests for leave must be received by the Superintendent in writing no later than February 1, and action must be taken by the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32. 38.8 B. Requests for sabbatical leave may for a school year must be granted by given to the BOARD Executive Director in written form no later than December 31 of the preceding year. C. The teacher has completed at least seven (7) consecutive full school years of service as a teacher with EASTCONN and its predecessor agencies. D. Teachers on sabbatical leave shall be provided medical coverage subject to the terms of the carriers. E. The teacher shall agree to return to EASTCONN for any reason; howevertwo (2) full years of work. Upon such return, the leave must teacher shall be of a significant nature and valueplaced on the appropriate step in the salary schedule as though such teacher had not been on leave. 38.9 Before leaving F. Any sick leave accumulated to the credit of the teacher when sabbatical leave becomes effective shall be credited as accumulated leave on the date sabbatical leave terminates. No accumulation shall be credited for the period of leave. X. Xxxxx to the commencement of sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing sign an agreement to continue working in return to the system district for at least two (2) yearsyears of future service immediately following sabbatical leave or, in the alternative, will repay the Board of Education the full cost of insurance coverage plus interest at eight (8%) percent plus reasonable costs of collection immediately upon failure to comply with the future service agreement. Upon In cases of exceptional hardship, the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on Board may release the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report teacher from the obligations to pay all or part of the sabbatical will be made payments upon his/her failure to comply with the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leavefuture service requirements.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation 38.01 The Employer shall grant leave of absence without pay for a period of up to one (1) year but not less than six (6) months to each employee who has completed six (6) years of continuous employment within the bargaining unit. It is recognized that the primary intent of this Sabbatical Leave provision is to provide personnel with needed leaves of absence without pay with no increased cost to the Employer. 38.02 The terms and conditions governing this leave shall be: (a) The Employer shall not be required to grant such leave during the same period of time to more than one (1) employee. If more than one (1) employee submits a request for such leave which covers all or part of the Superintendent same period of Schoolstime, sabbatical leaves may seniority shall be granted to members of the bargaining unit by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s), the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly to the BOARD. 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves will be granted simultaneously. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years determining factor in the Portsmouth School System.granting of such leave; 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 (b) Requests for such leave must shall be received by the Superintendent submitted in writing no later than February 1, six (6) months prior to the date of commencement of such leave. Such requests shall include the date of commencement and action must the date of termination of such leave; (c) Leave granted under the Article shall be taken by deducted from the BOARD no later than March 15. 38.7 Teachers who have been granted a sabbatical in March recognize that calculation of continuous employment for the sabbatical may be delayed until a suitable teaching replacement can be foundpurpose of calculating severance pay and vacation leave for the employee involved. A final determination will be made no less than three weeks before the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical The time spent on such leave shall not be subject counted for pay increment purposes; (d) During any period of leave granted under this Article, the employee shall pay the full premium (100%) for the benefit plans specified in this Collective Agreement; (e) An employee granted leave under this Article shall have the right to return to a position within the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32bargaining unit, for which the Employer considers him or her suited, at a level equal to or greater than his/her former pay level and step. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical (f) Notwithstanding (e) above, should the employee return to a position at a higher pay level and step than when the leave commenced, the employee shall be paid as if having been promoted to that position. (g) Sabbatical Leave may be granted by the BOARD for any reason; however, the taken in conjunction with earned annual leave must be of a significant nature and value.corresponding vacation travel entitlements will apply; 38.9 Before leaving for sabbatical leave, the teacher will agree in writing (h) An employee who fails to continue working in the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid return from this leave on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report date specified without the written authorization of the sabbatical will Employer shall be made deemed to have abandoned his/her position; (i) Employees on Sabbatical Leave are not entitled to receive any benefits or allowances to which they would be entitled under the Superintendent and BOARD upon completion of the leaveCollective Agreement unless otherwise specified in this Article.

Sabbatical Leave. 38.1 Upon recommendation of by the Superintendent of SchoolsSchools and the approval of the School Committee, sabbatical leaves may will be granted for study, or research, or travel to members a member of the bargaining unit teaching staff by the BOARD. Should the Superintendent fail to recommend sabbatical leave(s)School Committee, the teacher(s), involved may appeal the Superintendent's decision directly subject to the BOARD.following conditions: 38.2 The BOARD will budget for three (3) sabbatical leaves annually. The BOARD may grant up to three (3) sabbaticals annually based on the merit of these requests. If denied, reasons in writing will be sent to the candidates. 38.3 A. No more than three (3) sabbatical leaves percent of the teaching staff will be granted simultaneouslyabsent on sabbatical leave at any one time. 38.4 The teacher must have completed five (5) consecutive years in the Portsmouth School System. 38.5 The teacher will be paid half salary with full benefits for a one-year leave or full pay and benefits for a half-year leave. 38.6 B. Requests for sabbatical leave must be received by the Superintendent of Schools in writing in such form as may be required by the Superintendent of Schools no later than October 31, and action must be taken on all such requests no later than February 1, and action must be taken by of the BOARD no later than March 15school year preceding the school year for which the sabbatical leave is requested. 38.7 Teachers who C. The teacher has completed at least six (6) consecutive full school years of service in the Ashland School System. D. Dependent upon the availability of funding, teachers on sabbatical leave will be paid at 50 (fifty) percent of their regular salary rate, provided that such pay when added to any program grant will not exceed the regular salary rate. E. The teacher will agree to return to employment in the Ashland School System for one (1) full year in the event of a semester's leave or two (2) full years in the event of a full year's leave, and if they fail to live up to the signed agreement, they will have been granted to repay the salary. F. The teacher returning from a one (1) year sabbatical in March recognize that leave will be credited with one (1) additional year of experience and place on the proper salary step level. The teacher will be assigned to the same position which they held at the time the sabbatical may be delayed until leave commenced, if available, or, if not, to an equivalent position. G. The teacher returning from a suitable teaching replacement can be found. A final determination one (1) year sabbatical leave will be made no less than three weeks before have their accumulated sick leave account, prior to the sabbatical is scheduled to begin. Any determination to delay a sabbatical shall not be subject to leave, credited with fifty percent (50%)of the grievance procedure outlined in Article 32allowed sick days for that year. 38.8 Requests for sabbatical leave may H. The candidate shall: (1) be granted on the Master's or higher salary schedule or (2) have indicated by their studies or activities while in the BOARD for any reason; howeverAshland School System, the leave must be of a significant nature and valuetheir interest in promoting their professional competence. 38.9 Before leaving I. Upon request for sabbatical leave, the teacher applicant will agree in writing file a detailed Sabbatical Leave plan including a statement of objectives and the procedures whereby these objectives are to continue working in be achieved. X. During the system for at least two (2) years. Upon the teacher's return, he/she will be paid on the step he/she would have received if leave had not been taken. A report course of the sabbatical will leave, brief monthly progress reports shall be made to the Superintendent of Schools. K. The teacher returning from sabbatical leave shall submit a report to the Superintendent of Schools containing transcripts of all college or university work done on leave and BOARD upon completion all other items of the leaveinformation pertinent to an evaluation of higher progress.