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Administrative Procedure: Staff Participation in Community Activities
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EFFECTIVE DATE:
November 9, 2005
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ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE CODE:
2.A.70
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AMENDED DATE:
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Policy Reference
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Legal Reference
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Community:
In order to become better acquainted with the
community’s expectation of the school system, staff members are encouraged to
participate in community activities. The Board recognizes the
importance of staff involvement in community organizations and events. However, the commitment to the education and
welfare of children cannot be compromised.
Where and when suitable arrangements can be made with the principal
and/or supervisor, staff will be allowed to participate in volunteer community
service. When staff members participate
in community events or organizations during the school day the Board expects to
be compensated for all costs. Leave of
this nature is not to exceed beyond five (5) days. Leaves of more than two
consecutive days must have the prior approval of the Superintendent.
Political
The Public Schools Act guarantees the rights
of employees to seek nomination or to be a candidate for public office, or
support a candidate or political party in a municipal, provincial or federal
general election or by-election, and, if elected, to serve in that office. The legislation makes provision for
appropriate leave of absence.
Staff and Political Influences
The Board expects each staff member to be
politically non-partisan in the classroom and at other school activities.