Common use of Additional Background Clause in Contracts

Additional Background. Teachers shall be permitted to take a one (1) year leave of absence, provided, however, that on or before March 1st of the school year during their leave of absence, he or she must notify the Superintendent in writing that they intend to return to their former position. After such notice, the School Board will return the teacher to his or her former position for the following school year. A teacher will be given credit for a year of service if during the leave of absence he or she served in the military or engaged in an approved activity which benefits the teacher’s ability to teach. The Superintendent may require supporting documentation with respect to the teacher’s activities and shall make the determination whether the teacher’s service benefits the school district.