Must a school district always give a tenured teacher 30 days to improve before beginning termination proceedings?
No. In the case of termination on the basis of charges of incompetence, inefficiency or insubordination, the district must first give the teacher written warning at least 30 days before it serves notice of charges and termination proceedings. The warning must state the specific problems that, if not removed or resolved within the allotted time (no less than 30 days), will result in charges seeking termination. This written warning has come to be known as a “30-day letter.” After delivery of the warning, the superintendent or a designated representative must meet and confer with the teacher in an effort to resolve the matter. In all other circumstances, the school board is not required to provide an improvement period and can proceed immediately with charges and termination proceedings.
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