Emergency leave may be granted for no more than the number of days indicated in union agreement without the permission of the superintendent per year and may be taken in the case of emergencies as defined in the following:
An emergency arises out of unforeseen and unexpected circumstances which create an air of crisis or extreme need. The circumstances must present a grave and clear danger that imminently threatens physical or mental health or would result in irremediable harm or in immediate disaster to life or property unless some action were taken.
Any leave used under terms of this policy shall be deducted from the staff member's accumulated sick leave. In the event the staff member's sick leave has been exhausted, the leave shall be granted without pay.
A written application for emergency leave must be returned to the district office on the day of return to school.
Cross Reference: Board Policy 5021 Applicability of Personnel Policies
Legal References: RCW 28A.400.300 Hiring and discharging employees — Leaves for employees — Seniority and leave benefits, retention upon transfers between schools
Adoption Date: JUNE 25, 2003