Parental Leave

Babies are awesome and we are happy for you!  All staff are entitled to take leave after the birth/adoption of a child.  Currently Unit A and Unit C have paid parental leave benefits.  

TO REQUEST LEAVE: Send an email to your administrators/supervisors noting the expected start date of your leave and when you wish to return.  These dates can change- we know babies are unpredictable.

YOU SHOULD NOTE: 

• Leaves beyond what is guaranteed in MPLA/FMLA will be unpaid and count against your time of service (seniority and retirement).  You will also have to pay 100% of your health insurance benefits during extended leave.

• You may use sick days following a parental leave if you are still recovering from complications of pregnancy or childbirth.  You may also request serious family illness days (Unit A) if your child needs extended medical care.

• If your date of return is very close to a vacation or end of the school year, the district may ask you to delay return until a more convenient time to ease transition for students.  This is unpaid but your benefits will continue.

• You are expected to leave basic curriculum plans for your extended absence but not daily assignments.  

• You are not expected to attend any work functions, including conferences, IEP/504 meetings, or regular staff meetings during your leave.  

• You must give two weeks notice before beginning a parental leave, and at least two weeks notice before your expected return date if you want to extend the leave.

UNIT A PARENTAL LEAVE CHARTS

Additional Links:

• Official District Policy

• Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and Council of Discrimination Guidance on PWFA