2016 - Alamosa School District

Employee
Handbook
2016-2017
Alamosa School
District
RE-11J
ALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-11J
BOARD OF EDUCATION
MISSION STATEMENT AND
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
MISSION
Our mission is to maintain a culture of educational excellence that:
Promotes exemplary academic success
Develops confidence and abilities to embrace the challenges of a rapidly changing world
Encourages personal growth
Nurtures individual talents
Fosters a culture of respect that values and celebrates diversity
Provides a safe and healthy environment
CORE BELIEF
Our mission will be accomplished through a partnership of staff, students, family and
community.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1. School professionals accept responsibility for effective instruction of ALL students.
2. Staff will engage in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
3. School improvement will emphasize the utilization of best practice.
4. School administrators are efficient managers and effective instructional leaders.
BOARD OF EDUCATION
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The Alamosa School District covers seven Board of Education Director Districts.
The Board of Education generally meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the
Administration Office. These meetings are open to the public.
The Boards’ meeting time is dedicated to their mission and focus areas.
Anyone wishing to make a presentation may be placed on the agenda by contacting the Superintendent’s
office by the Monday preceding the meeting.
Public participation is an opportunity to present brief comments or pose questions to the Board regarding
agenda items. Each person must limit comments to three minutes.
The following is the listing of current Board of Education members.
District Number
Director District #1
Name
Charlie Sanchez
2631 County Road 12 S.
Alamosa, CO 81101
719-580-7777
Term Expires
November, 2017
Director District #2
Jan DeSautell
1118 Riverbend Ct.
Alamosa, CO 81101
719-480-2828
November, 2019
Director District #3
Neil Hammer
73 Sierra Ave.
Alamosa, CO 81101
719-589-6876
November, 2017
Director District #4
Erica Romero
Appointed 11/14/11 elec. 11/5/13
208 13th Street
Alamosa, CO 81101
719-588-3789
November, 2017
Director District #5
Mandy Jackson
3917 C.R. 107 S.
Alamosa, CO 81101
719-588-3428
November, 2019
Director District #6
Arlan Van Ry
6609 County Road 114 S.
Alamosa, CO 81101
719-580-5615
November, 2017
Director District #7
Christine Haslett
6851 C.R. 10 South
Alamosa, CO
719-580-4092
November, 2019
DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Improvement Strategy #1: Systematic Standards Based Curriculum
Description-Systemic Standards Based Instruction- Focused on Essential Concepts: Continue to embed a
standards based teaching framework, district wide, based on high expectations for every student. Instruction and
learning will be focused on essential concepts with frequent progress monitoring through formative assessments
that will help to determine appropriate interventions and ensure greatest impact on student achievement.
Action Step
Timeline
Responsibility
Measures of Success
Curriculum Work
Align and articulate
curriculum (vertically
and horizontally) on an
annual basis -ensure that
curriculum is systemic
and the necessary
concepts and skills are
developed, supported,
and built upon at each
grade level.
20142018ongoing
ASD
Instructional
staff, district,
building and
school level
leadership,
department
reps
All core content and elective curriculum
turned in and posted on website,
cross reference with standards to ensure
alignment
Use student
performance data from
state assessments to
identify any gaps in the
curriculum
2016-2018
ASD
instructional
staff, district,
building and
grade level
leadership
teams
Critical Content
Instructional staff and
administration will
continue curriculum and
assessment work,
analyzing curriculum to
identify critical concepts
in each content area.
Staff will utilize the
three step approach to
identify essential critical
concepts in each content
area.
20162018
Building
administration,
department
reps, Asst.
Superintendent
Critical Content documented at each grade
level and for each content area, objectives
aligned to critical content, formative and
summative assessments in place to assess
student learning
Improvement Strategy #2- Effective Research Based Instruction
Description: Teachers will utilize effective instructional strategies in their classrooms that will ensure the
appropriate level of rigor, student engagement, and inclusion of the Gradual Release of Responsibility Model
Action Step
Timeline
Responsibility
Measures of Success
Professional
Development focused
on research based
instructional strategiesto include
differentiation (SIOP),
intentional lesson
planning, GRR,
Marzano’s strategies
2016-2018
District
Leadership
Team, building
administration,
Asst.
Superintendent
Staff attendance at scheduled PDs,
evidence of learning in lesson plans
Systemic Reading
Instruction- AES will
provide a balanced
literacy approach that is
inclusive of direct,
systematic instruction of
foundational reading
skills K-5. Those skills
will be further
developed at the middle
school and high school
levels using Standards
Based instruction with
an emphasis on Close
Reading strategies.
2015-2018
ELA
Instructional
staff, building
administration,
Asst.
Superintendent
Lesson plans, student performance on
formative and state assessments
Peer support through
instructional coaching
2016-2018
District
Leadership
Team, Building
administration,
coaching teams
Peer coaching sessions each quarter,
administrative coaching sessions 2 x’s each
quarter for each teacher
PLC time to assess
lessons, analyze results
from DFAs, plan future
lessons based on results
20162018
District
Leadership
Team,
building
administration,
Asst.
Superintendent
One PLC each month focused on district work
Identify critical factors
that impact the success
of our disaggregated
groups and build a
toolbox of effective
instructional strategies
that can be used to help
our ELL, Special
education, and minority
2016-2018
District
Leadership
Team, building
administration,
district
administration,
instructional
staff
Identification and documentation of critical
factors
Established plans to address specific factors
populations achieve at
high levels
Improvement Strategy #3- Post Secondary Options
Description: Students will develop the necessary skills so that they are capable of pursuing post-secondary
options when they graduate and of being productive members of society.
Action Step
Timeline
Responsibility
Measures of Success
Provide learning
opportunities to ensure
students are prepared
for college or to enter
workforce when they
graduate from high
school- college visits,
career fairs,
development of ICAPS
20162018
District
administration,
District
instructional
staff, district
counselors
AES- Journey to Success, Graduation
ceremonies at Kinder, 5th
OMS- Rite of Passage- 8th grade. Job Days,
Naviance
AHS- graduation, college visits, Naviance,
college prep classes
Ombudsman- Naviance
1st semester- Early ReleaseCollege/Career Prep Event
Improvement Strategy #4- Family Partnerships
Description: ASD will develop a structure for creating a system that engages parents, family and community
that supports the educational process of the students in the district
Action Step
Timeline
Responsibility
Measures of Success
Family Engagementput structures in place to
encourage more active
family participation in
students’ education
20162018
District
Leadership
Team, building
administration,
building
instructional
staff
Identified means of communication at
each building
Building
Leadership
Team, Building
administration,
Assistant
Clearly articulated and documented building plans
in place and accessible
-
Effective
communication
processes in place
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School
representatives
responding to
concerns
Positive Behavior and
Academic Support
System in place and
running consistently
throughout school year
20162018
Documentation of concerns expressed
and response to concerns
Overview of building
level plans to include:
academic and
behavioral expectations,
Description of positive
reward system,
incentives attached to
plan, discipline matrix,
communication process
to inform staff and
parents
ID highest needs in each
building- establish
priority levels and put
specific building plans
in place
Principals,
Deans of
Students, MTSS
Staff, District
administration,
Transportation
Director
ALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-11J
2016-2017 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
The Alamosa School District academic calendar is developed annually and amended if necessary.
2016
2017
ALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT
AUGUST
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6
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7
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JANUARY
F
5
12
19
26
S
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13
20
27
SEPTEMBER
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15
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OCTOBER
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NOVEMBER
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DECEMBER
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15
22
29
) Parent/Teacher Conf.
(4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.)
Early Release
1/2 Work Day 1/2 Staff Dev.
Elem. Work Day
(No School K-5 only)
Staff Dev. - No School
No School
Begin/End
Full Work Day-No Classes
Aug. 1-19
Aug. 17,18,19
Aug. 22,23
Aug. 24
Aug. 24
Aug. 25
Sept. 5
Oct. 3
Oct. 5
Oct. 10
Oct. 12
Oct. 13
Oct. 14
Oct. 17
Oct. 28
Nov. 21-25
Dec. 22
Dec. 22
Dec. 23- Jan. 5
Jan. 6
Jan. 27
Feb. 6
Feb. 8
Feb. 13
Feb. 15
Feb. 17
Feb. 20
March 9
March 10
March 20-24
April 14
May 8
May 25
May 25
May 26
May 27
Floating Work Day
New Teacher Orientation
Staff Development
6th & 9th Grade Orientation
AE Parent/Teacher Conferences
Student's First Day
Labor Day - No School
AE Parent/Teacher Conferences
OMS & AHS P/T Conferences
OMS Parent/Teacher Conferences
AE & AHS P/T Conferences
End of First Quarter
Teacher Comp Day - No School
1/2 Work Day 1/2 Staff Develop.
AE Work Day -No School K-5
Thanksgiving Break
AE Work Day -No School K-5
End of First Semester
Winter Break
Full Work Day - No Classes
AE Work Day -No School K-5
OMS & AHS P/T Conferences
AE Parent/Teacher Conferences
AE & AHS P/T Conferences
OMS Parent/Teacher Conferences
Teacher Comp Day - No School
President's Day - No School
End of Third Quarter
1/2 Work Day 1/2 Staff Develop.
Spring Break
Good Friday - No School
AE Work Day - No School K-5
End of Second Semester
Student's Last Day
Full Work Day - No Classes
Graduation
P rofessional L earning C ommunities (PLCs)
provide teachers the opportunity to analyze student
data, collaborate and plan for student success
All Early Release days for PLC's are Wednesdays
Elementary Students released at 1:15 p.m.
Secondary students released at 1:40 p.m.
Visit our website at www.alamosa.k12.co.us for
building level information and activity calendars.
K-12 Online Registration: July 25 - August 5
Parent - Student Open Houses
Scheduled at:
AHS and OMS on August 10th
AES on August 11th and 12th
Additional information regarding online
registration and open houses will
be provided in mid-July
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FEBRUARY
W T
1
2
5 (6) 7 (8) 9
12 (13) 14 (15) 16
19 20 21 22 23
26 27 28
F
3
10
17
24
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4
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10
17
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31
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25
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6
13
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7
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21
28
S
1
8
15
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F
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12
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26
S
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13
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MARCH
W
1
8
15
22
29
T
2
9
16
23
30
APRIL
MAY
7
14
21
28
W
3
10
17
24
31
T
4
11
18
25
Elem
35
41
41
47
Total Student Days 164
Sec
First Qtr
Second Qtr
Third Qtr
Fourth Qtr
36
43
42
48
169
Elem
8
3
3
Total Teacher Days 178
Sec
4
3
2
178
Work Days
Staff Dev
P/T Conf
KEY HUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES
All employees are responsible for becoming familiar with and adhering to the provisions of the “G”
policies relating to employment.
The following selection represents only a portion of the district’s policies related to employment. The
complete policy manual can be found on the district’s website. Changing state laws and regulations, as
well as new problems, issues, and needs, give rise to the continuing need to develop new policies or to
revise existing ones.
As new policies or changes to existing policies arise, every effort is made to update the policies on the
district’s website in a timely manner.
Alamosa School District, in cooperation with the Alamosa Education Association, follows a negotiated
agreement (see AEA Agreement) which dictates many Licensed Staff personnel benefits and
procedures.
All Employees:
EA
EB
EBAB
EBAB-R
EBBA
EBBA-R
EBBA-E
EBBB
EDB
EGAD
EGAEA
EID
GA
GBB
GBEA
GBEB
GBEBC
GBED
GBGA
GBGAA
GBGAB
GBGB
GBGD
GBJ
GBJA
GBK
Safety of Staff
Environmental and Safety Program
Hazardous Materials
Regulation
Prevention of Disease/Infection Transmission
Regulation
Guidelines for Handling Body Fluids in Schools
Accident Reports
Maintenance/Control of Materials and Equipment
Copyright Compliance
Electronic Communication
HIPPA Compliance
Personnel Goals/Priority Objectives
Staff Involvement in Decision Making
Staff Ethics/Conflict of Interest
Staff Conduct
Gifts to and Solicitations by Staff
Tobacco-Free Workplace
Staff Health
Staff Training in Crisis Prevention/Management
First Aid Training
Staff Personal Security/Safety
Worker’s Compensation
Personnel Records and Files
Disclosure of Information to Prospective Employers
Instructional Staff Concerns/Complaints/Grievances
Support Staff (Classified) Employees:
GDA
Support Staff Positions
GDB
Support Staff Contracts and Compensation
GDBA
Support Staff Salary Schedules
GDBC
Support Staff Supplementary Pay/Overtime
GDBD
Support Staff Fringe Benefits
GDC
Support Staff Leaves and Absences
GDCA
Support Staff Sick Leave
GDCB
Legal Leave
GDD
Support Staff Vacations/Holidays
GDE/GDF
Support Staff Recruiting/Hiring
GDE/GDF-R
Regulation
GDG
Part-Time/Substitute Staff Employment
GDJ
Support Staff Assignments/Transfers
GDK
Support Staff Schedules/Calendars
GDO
Evaluation of Support Staff
GDO-R
Regulation
GDQB
Resignation of Support Staff
GDQC
Retirement of Support Staff
GDQD
Discipline/Suspension/Dismissal of Support Staff
GDR
Non-School Employment of Support Staff
KI
Visitors to School
Administrative and Instructional Employees:
GCB
Instructional Staff Contracts/Compensation
GCBA
Instructional Staff Contracts/Compensation/Salary Schedules
GCBA-R
Regulation
GCBB
Administrative Staff Contracts and Compensation/Salary Schedules
GCBC
Instructional Staff Supplementary Pay/Overtime
GCBD
Instructional Staff Fringe Benefits
GCCA
Instructional Staff Leaves and Absences
GCCAA-1
Voluntary Leave Donation
GCCAB
Instructional Staff Emergency and Legal Leave
GCCAC
Instructional Staff Maternity/Paternity/Parental Leave
GCCAD
Instructional Staff Military Leave
GCCB
Administrative Staff Leaves and Absences
GCCBA
Administrative Staff Sick Leave
GCCBB
Administrative Staff Emergency and Legal Leave
GCCBC
Administrative Staff Maternity/Paternity/Parental Leave
GCCBD
Administrative Staff Military Leave
GCD
Administrative Staff Vacations/Holidays
GCE/GCF
Instructional Staff Recruiting/Hiring
GCE/GCF-R
Regulation
GCFC
Instructional Staff Certification/Credentialing Requirements
GCG/GCGA
Part-Time/Substitute Employment
GCG/GCGA-R
Substitute Pay Scale
GCHA/GCHB
Mentor Teachers/Administrators
GCI
Professional Staff Development
GCKA
GCKA-R
GCKB
GCKB-R
GCOE
GCP
GCP-R
GCQC/GCQD
GCQE
GCQF
GCR
GCS
Instruction Staff Assignments and Transfers
Regulation
Administrative Staff Assignments and Transfers
Regulation
Evaluation of Evaluators
Professional Staff Promotions and Reclassification
Regulation
Resignation of Instructional and Administrative Staff
Retirement of Instructional Staff
Discipline/Suspension/Dismissal of Instructional Staff
Non-school Employment of Instruction Staff
Professional Research and Publishing
INFORMATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
The Alamosa School District is an equal opportunity employer. See Policy GBA. Persons desiring
employment or promotional opportunities for all positions must apply through the Administration
Office. All employment conditions are addressed in the district’s policies.
All employees are responsible for abiding by federal, state, and municipal laws and regulations.
Violations of the law while in the course of performing your job duties or otherwise representing the
District are considered Alamosa School District policy violations.
Workplace and Sexual Harassment
It shall be a violation of policy for any member of the district staff to discriminate against another on
the basis of sex or harass another staff member or student through conduct or communications of a
sexual nature. All employees must familiarize themselves with policy GBAA Sexual Discrimination
and Harassment.
Staff Use of the Internet
The District provides Internet access to employees to promote educational excellence and to facilitate
resource sharing, innovation, and communication. Policy GBEE requires all employees to read,
understand, and sign an agreement to abide by guidelines and terms and conditions of internet use. A
signed copy of the completed Annual Acceptable Use Agreement (see policy GBEE-E) must be
provided to your supervisor annually.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Section 504: 1973 Rehabilitation Act (Amended)
No otherwise qualified handicapped individual in the United States shall, solely by reason of this
handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination
under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. This applies to those areas
covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Any employee who has a disability that may require an accommodation should notify his/her
immediate supervisor.
Child Abuse and Neglect
Personnel in the Alamosa School District schools and offices shall cooperate to expose, by early identification,
child abuse and neglect and report suspected cases to the proper authorities. In compliance with Alamosa
School District policies JLF, and JLF-R, any school official or employee who has reasonable cause to know or
suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to
circumstances or conditions which would reasonably result in abuse or neglect, as defined by statute, shall
immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made to the appropriate department
of social services or local law enforcement agency.
Dress Code
Alamosa School District employees are expected to abide by the Staff Dress Code, as outlined in policy
GBEBA.
Emergency Closings
The superintendent is empowered to close schools in the event of hazardous weather or other
emergencies which threaten the safety, health or welfare of students or staff members. (see policy
EBCE and EBCE-R). When conditions prompt a decision to cancel school, the public will be notified
through the broadcast media and the district website as soon as possible. For more information, contact
the Transportation Director at 719-589-9115.
Illegal Substance and Alcohol-Free Schools/Workplace
The Alamosa School District maintains an illegal substance and alcohol free workplace for all
employees. It is unlawful and against policy to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a
controlled substance, as defined by state law. (see policy GBEC). All employees must annually
acknowledge that they have received a copy of the Drug-Free Workplace policy.
Legal Assistance
The Alamosa School District is obligated by law to defend employees in legal actions resulting from
acts done or omitted in good faith in the course of their employment. (see policy GBG). Applicability
of state and federal liability protections to specific circumstances shall be made on a case-by-case
basis. Exceptions stated in state and federal law may reduce or preclude liability protection.
Workers’ Compensation
All employees are covered by legal mandate, for medical and compensation benefits if a job-related
injury or illness occurs. The Alamosa School District is self-insured and pays all premiums for
employee coverage. Contact the Administration Office for additional information, related forms and
instructions.
Payroll
It is the district’s practice that all employees receive compensation for work performed in accordance
with the Board approved salary schedules and policies. Actual salary schedules for all employees are
available on the Alamosa School District website at http://alamosa.k12.co.us/dist/pagesalaryschedules.html. If the district finds that an employee has been under-compensated according to the
applicable salary schedule, the district will make adjustments to ensure that the employee is paid
correctly. If the district finds than an employee has been overpaid, arrangements will be made with the
employee to ensure repayment. It is the employee’s obligation to verify the correctness of
compensation and to notify the payroll office at 719-587-1612 if there is a problem. Also, employees
who have questions about their salary or deductions should contact the payroll office.
Personal Information Changes
It is extremely important that personnel records are accurate and current. At any time during the year
that name or address changes occur, the employee must report the change promptly, in writing, to the
payroll office. Employees, who change their status such as through marriage, should remember that
changes might need to be made on W-4, retirement, insurance and beneficiary forms.
Pay Frequency
Alamosa School District employees are paid on the last calendar day of each month. In the event that
the last calendar day falls on Saturday or Sunday, employees will be paid the Friday preceding the last
calendar day of the month.
Direct Deposit
The Alamosa School District offers Direct Deposit for all employees. To participate in the direct
deposit program, contact the payroll office.
ALAMOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-11J
Employee Benefits at a Glance!!!!
All Alamosa School District employees are required by State law to be a member of PERA. 8% of your gross
salary is deducted from your check each month and the district matches that with 19.15% of your gross. The
District’s contribution will increase to 19.65% effective January 1, 2017.
All employees hired after April 1, 1986, are required to pay into Medicare with 1.45% of your gross salary. The
District matches that with 1.45% of your gross salary.
All employees are covered by Workers’ Compensation Insurance. If you are injured while doing your job, the
District’s WC Insurance will pay for your medical expenses for that injury! The ONLY requirement is that you
report your injury immediately in writing and if medical care is needed, you go to one of the District’s
appointed physicians.
A health insurance benefit (single premium $447.00 annually), is provided for all employees who participate in
the District’s health plan and who work 30 or more hours per week. A $20,000 life insurance policy is also
included in the health plan.
The District pays for a $20,000 life insurance policy as well as disability insurance for all full time regular
employees (30 or more hours per week).
A Section 125 Flex Plan is available for employees to have health insurance premiums, out of pocket medical
expenses and dependent day care costs deducted before taxes. American Fidelity provides those services to the
District.
Employees receive staff leave each year. This leave is based on your position and number of months that you
work. Unused staff leave is carried to the next year. The District buys back unused staff leave credited above
58 days. Number of days bought back is based on your position and number of months worked.
You may have your paycheck deposited into your checking or savings account at any bank or savings & loan
that you choose as long as that institution receives direct deposits.
The District has group dental insurance plans, life insurance plans, 403(b) plans and PERA’s 401(k) plan that
you may participate in. All employees are eligible at time of employment to participate in the 403(b) and 401(k)
plans.
If you have any questions concerning any of the above please contact Dawn Richardson at 587-1612 or
drichardson@alamosa.k12.co.us.
Early Retirement
Alamosa School District Administrators may elect Early Retirement at the age of 50 or older with 10
years of service of which all ten years must have been continuous in the District. (see policy GCQEA
and GCQEA-E). The Administrators Early Retirement Schedule is as follows:
Alamosa School District Licensed staff may elect Early Retirement at the age of 50 or older with 15
years of service, of which ten (10) must have been continuous in the District. (see policy GCQEB and
GCQEB-E). The Early Retirement Schedule for Licensed Staff is as follows:
Alamosa School District Classified staff may elect Early Retirement at the age of 50 or older with 15
years of service. (see policy GDQCA and GDQCA-E). The Early Retirement Schedule for Classified
Staff is as follows:
INFORMATION FOR LICENSED EMPLOYEES
Grievances
The Alamosa School District maintains procedures for prompt and equitable resolution of differences.
If an employee or group of employees feels a rule, regulation or policy of the district has been
misapplied or misinterpreted, the grieving party is expected to follow the employee grievance
procedure. (see policy GBK).
Professional Development
Staff development activities occur during and after school time throughout the year. Some are districtwide in scope while others are planned for specific groups such as subject area teachers, grade level
teachers, or individual school staff members. Staff development is considered a critical element in
school improvement and a vital component in the district’s commitment to excellence. (see policy
GCI).
Resignation of Instructional /Administrative Staff
In accordance with state statutes, a teacher or licensed administrator may cancel a contract prior to the
beginning of an academic year by giving written notice no later than 30 days prior to the start of the
academic year, during an academic year by giving at least 30 days written notice, or at any time by
mutual agreement with the Board of Education.
A teacher or licensed administrator who fails to honor a contract, except in accordance with the
statutes, shall be held responsible for the ordinary and necessary expenses incurred in securing a
replacement, or for 1/12th of his or her annual salary, whichever is less. In addition, the teacher's or
administrator’s license may be suspended.
A teacher or licensed administrator who resigns during the term of the contract shall be paid the
prorated amount of the annual salary for each day the teacher has been on duty.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF CONFIDENTIALITY REGARDING STUDENT
RECORDS
As an employee of the Alamosa School District, I have been made aware of my duties and
responsibilities regarding the confidentiality of student information. I understand that in the course of
performing my duties as an employee of the Alamosa School District I may have access to information
concerning students of the district. I understand that, with certain exceptions, access to personally
identifiable student information is limited to the students, the parent or guardian of the student, and
other persons authorized by state and federal law. I have read and understand policies JRA/JRC,
JRA/JRC-R, JRA/JRC-E-1, JRA/JRC-E-2, and JRCA. I understand and agree that I will not release in
any form, written, oral or electronic, any personally identifiable student information to any person not
authorized to receive such information. I also understand and agree that if I have any questions
regarding whether I may release personally identifiable student information to a third party, I will refer
the request to my immediate supervisor.
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK RECEIPT
The Alamosa School District Employee Handbook is available on the district’s web site at
www.alamosa.k12.co.us. A printed copy is available in each school library and in the principal or
director’s office, as well as the administration office. I agree to read the handbook and to abide by the
rules and instructions governing employment in the Alamosa School District. The information in this
handbook is subject to change. I understand that changes in the policies may supersede, modify, or
eliminate policies summarized in the employee handbook. As the district provides updated policy
information, I accept responsibility for reading and abiding by the changes. I understand that no
modifications to contractual relationships or alterations of at-will employment relationships are
intended by this handbook.
This signature page must be signed at the beginning of every school year and returned to the
Administration Office and will be become part of your personnel file.
I also understand that I have an obligation to inform the human resource office of any changes in
personal information such as phone number, address, etc. I also accept responsibility for contacting my
supervisor or the human resource office if I have any questions or concerns and need further
explanation.
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Signature of Employee
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Printed name of Employee
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Date