The board encourages the administrators to continue their professional growth by becoming involved in professional organizations, attending conferences, continuing their education, and participating in other professional activities.
It is the responsibility of the administrators to arrange their schedules in order to attend various conferences and events in which they are involved. Prior to attendance at an event, the administrator must receive approval from the superintendent. In the case where unusual expense is involved, the superintendent will bring it to the attention of the board prior to the administrator attending the event. "Unusual" being defined as inconsistent with past practice.
The administrator will report to the superintendent after an event.
Legal Reference:
Iowa Code § 279.8
281 I.A.C. 12.7.
Cross Reference:
302.6 Superintendent Professional Development
401.7 Employee Travel Compensation
402.5 Required Professional Development for Employees
Approved July 1999
Reviewed November 2023