Common use of Program and Staff Reductions Clause in Contracts

Program and Staff Reductions. Prior to the implementation of a layoff, the District agrees to meet and confer with the NWCEA regarding the necessity for reduction in force and to jointly explore alternatives. The District agrees to make a good faith effort to consider all sources available prior to laying off employees. In the event of financial emergency such as loss of local school levy, decrease in school enrollment, or other serious revenue loss which necessitates reduction of program and corresponding reduction of staff, the following principles and procedures shall apply: 1. The professional integrity of all certificated staff members who are released from contract status because of District financial emergency shall be protected. 2. Such release of certificated staff members from contract status shall not in any way reflect on their professional competency or ethics. 3. The Board, on or before May 15, acting on the advice of the Superintendent concerning the financial resources of the District shall determine the extent of the modified program of educational services to be provided for the ensuing school year, and the positions to be eliminated.