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Board approves revised policy on professional staff contracts after heated discussion over waiver authority
Summary
Trustees approved changes to Policy GCB (professional staff contracts and compensation) in a 3'2 vote after a lengthy debate over whether the board or the superintendent should have final authority to waive liquidated damages in certain resignations.
The Higley Unified School District governing board on Tuesday approved a revision to Policy GCB (professional staff contracts and compensation) after prolonged debate over who should have authority to waive liquidated damages when a certificated employee resigns before the contract term ends.
The board voted 3'2 to approve the policy on second reading. Supporters said the change clarifies administrative authority and reduces a redundant procedural step; opponents said it removes board oversight and could reduce…
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