Common use of Structuring of Leave Clause in Contracts

Structuring of Leave. After consultation with the teacher the Superintendent or designee shall prepare a plan for the commencement and termination of any leave of absence recommended for approval, taking into consideration maintenance of continuity of the related District program, medical factors if relevant, duration of the leave requested, availability of substitutes and other pertinent time factors related to the request. Unless expressly agreed otherwise, leaves shall be for one school year. Every effort shall be made to have leaves terminate immediately prior to the start of a new school year. Such leaves shall commence upon 1) the date agreed upon by the Superintendent or designee and the teacher; 2) in cases of anticipated disability, no later than 30 calendar days prior to the anticipated date of disability; or 3) the actual date of disability, whichever shall first occur.