Common use of All Schools Clause in Contracts

All Schools. 1. The continuous work time of an elementary and high school teacher shall not exceed 455 minutes and middle school teachers shall not exceed 435 minutes including class time, passing time, lunch time, planning time, and pre- and post- student day time, with the exception of Alternative Education teachers who may agree to flexible scheduling. The Elementary School day shall not commence earlier than 8:15 a.m. nor later than 9:20 a.m.; the Middle School day shall not commence earlier than 7:35 a.m. nor later than 8:05 a.m.; and the High School day shall not commence earlier than 7:00 a.m. nor later than 7:30 a.m. Changes outside the above limits shall be negotiated with the Association. 2. Teachers employed less than full time shall be granted preparation time in proportion to their assignment. 3. On Fridays and days preceding holidays, teachers are free from duty at the close of the pupils' school day, except when in-service education or record days are scheduled within a normal school day. 4. Both parties agree to unique organization for instruction, such as block time, team teaching, and flexible scheduling. Before an administrative decision is made to initiate or dissolve a unique instructional program, the administration will inform and consult with the affected parties, seek input and review relevant data. Such scheduling shall be equivalent to the contact time and planning time identified in Sections B and C above, on a weekly basis, and will supersede any conflicting provisions, provided all affected teachers agree. This provision shall not permit more than five teaching assignments in any one day. 5. In the event of new curriculum adoptions and district-wide assessments, the following considerations shall take place prior to implementation: a. Training: Training, as determined by the Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services, shall include a comprehensive initial training period; as well as necessary on-going staff development training.