WIMBERLEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK 2018-19 Copyright 1996–2018 by Texas Association of School Boards. All rights reserved. ~ 1 ~ Table Of Contents Introduction 5 Employee handbook receipt 6 District information 7 Description of the district 7 Mission statement 7 District goals and objectives 7 Board of trustees 7-8 Administration 9 School calendar (see appendix) 9 Helpful contacts 9 School directory 9-10 Employment 10 Equal employment opportunity 10 Job vacancy announcements 10 Employment after retirement 10 Contract and non-contract employment 10-11 Certifications and Licenses 11-12 Searches and alcohol and drug testing 12 Health Safety Training 13 Reassignments and transfers 13 Workload and work schedules 13-14 Breaks for Expression of Breast Milk 14 Notification of parents regarding qualifications 14 Outside employment and tutoring 14 Performance evaluation 15 Employee involvement 15 Staff development 15 Compensation and benefits 15 Salaries, wages, and stipends 15-16 Paychecks 16 Automatic payroll deposit 16 Payroll deductions 16 Overtime compensation 16-17 Travel expense reimbursement 17 Health, dental, and life insurance 17-18 Supplemental insurance benefits 18 Cafeteria plan benefits (Section 125) 18 Workers’ compensation insurance 18 Unemployment compensation insurance 18 Teacher retirement 19 Other benefit programs 19 Leaves and absences 19-20 Personal State leave 21-22 Local Leave 22-23 State Sick leave 23 ~ 2 ~ Former Education Service Center (ESC) 24 Sick Leave Bank 24-27 Family and Medical Leave (FML) – General Provisions 27-30 Temporary Disability Leave 30-31 Workers’ compensation benefits 31 Assault leave 31 Bereavement leave 32 Jury duty 32 Compliance with a Supeona 32 Military leave 32-33 Employee relations and communications 33 Employee recognition and appreciation 33 District communications 33 Complaints and grievances 33-38 Employee conduct and welfare 38 Standards of Conduct 38-41 Discrimination, Harrassment and Retaliation 41-42 Harrassment of students 42 Reporting suspected child abuse 42-43 Sexual Abuse and Maltreatment of Children 43 Reporting Crime 44 Technology Resources 44 Personal Use of Electronic Communications 44-45 Electronic Communications between Employees and Students 46-48 Criminal History Background Checks 48 Employee Arrests and Convictions 48-49 Alcohol-and Drug-Abuse Prevention 49-50 Tobacco Products and E-Cigarette Use 50 Fraud and Financial Impropriety 50-51 Conflict of Interest 51 Gifts and Favors 51 Copyrighted Material 51 Associations and Political Activities 51-52 Charitable Contributions 52 Safety 52 Possession of Firearms and Weapons 53 Visitors in the Work Place 53 Asbestos Management Plan 53 ~ 3 ~ Pest control treatment 53 General procedures 53 Bad weather closing 53-54 Emergencies 54 Purchasing procedures 54 Name and address changes 54 Personnel records 55 Building use 55 Termination of employment 55 Resignations 55 Dismissal or non-renewal of contract employees 56 Dismissal of non-contract employees 56 Exit interviews and procedures 56 Reports to Texas Education Agency 56-57 Reports concerning court-ordered withholding 57 Student issues 57 Equal educational opportunities 57 Student records 57-58 Parent and student complaints 58 Administering medication to students 58 Dietary supplements 58 Psychotropic drugs 59 Student conduct and discipline 59 Student attendance 59 Bullying 59 Hazing 59-60 Appendix 60 District Map 61 Village of Wimberley Map 62 2018-19 District Calendar 63 2018-19 Testing Dates 64 DH Local – Employee Standards of Conduct (Dress Code) 65-68 DI (Exhibit) – Drug Free Schools Requirements 69 Electronic Communication and Data Management 70-75 ~ 4 ~ Introduction The purpose of this handbook is to provide information that will help with questions and pave the way for a successful year. Not all district policies and procedures are included. Those that are have been summarized. Suggestions for additions and improvements to this handbook are welcome and may be sent to the Superintendent’s office. This handbook is neither a contract nor a substitute for the official district policy manual. Nor is it intended to alter the at-will status of non-contract employees in any way. Rather, it is a guide to and a brief explanation of district policies and procedures related to employment. These policies and procedures can change at any time; these changes shall supersede any handbook provisions that are not compatible with the change. For more information, employees may refer to the policy codes that are associated with handbook topics, confer with their supervisor, or call the appropriate district office. District policies can be accessed online at www.wimberleyisd.net ~ 5 ~ Employee Handbook Receipt (2018-19) Name ______________________________________ Campus/department ___________________________ I hereby acknowledge that I have been informed on how to locate and view the Wimberley ISD Employee Handbook. I agree to read the handbook and abide by the standards, policies, and procedures defined or referenced in this document. The electronic format can be accessed on the internet by going to www.wimberleyisd.net select the Human Resources link from the list on the left side of the main page; then select the Employee Handbook link. Wimberley ISD policies can be reviewed by going to www.tasb.org/policy/pol/private/105905/. Please check the box indicating you understand where to locate the employee handbook electronically: □ I am aware that the employee handbook is available on the WISD website under the employment tab and has hyper-links for convenience in viewing. Also, I am aware that should I need a hard copy I may request it. I have agreed to receive the employee handbook in electronic format and accept responsibility for accessing according to the instructions provided. The information in this handbook is subject to change. I understand that changes in district policies may supersede, modify, or render obsolete the information summarized in this booklet. 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. I understand that I have an obligation to inform my supervisor or department head of any changes in personal information, such as phone number, address, etc. I also accept responsibility for contacting my supervisor or the Superintendent’s office if I have questions or concerns or need further explanation. _________________________________________ _________________________ Signature Date Please sign and date this receipt and forward it to the Human Resources Department, located at the Central Office. ~ 6 ~ District Information DESCRIPTION OF THE DISTRICT The history of Wimberley schools began in 1876 with 44 students enrolled. Wimberley was a part of Hays Consolidated ISD from 1967 until 1986 when it voted to deconsolidate from the Hays district. The district now has over 2,000 students enrolled. Wimberley ISD is located in Hays County, Texas approximately 16 miles north of San Marcos, Texas. WISD has a total of 356,183 square feet of building space and 84,799 acres of grounds. The district covers 141.5 miles. Wimberley ISD has 4 campuses; consisting of two elementary (grades Pre-K - 1st, and grades 2nd - 5th), one junior high (grades 6th - 8th), and one high school (grades 9th – 12th). In addition, the district has an administration building, an alternative campus, and a Special Education Department, Transportation Department, Maintenance, Custodial, Technology and Child Nutrition facilities. DISTRICT MAP (See Appendix) MISSION STATEMENT Policy AE Empowering students to Achieve Educational Excellence. DISTRICT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Policies AB, AF Communicates effectively and develops partnerships with cities, businesses, communities, and parents. Utilizes state-of-the-art technology in and out of the classroom. Maintains low student/teacher ratios and small campuses. Employs faculty and staff with superior training in their areas of expertise and provides ongoing professional development. Develops and implements appropriately challenging and aligned curriculum. Provides safe and appropriate facilities for all in the district. Offers an evolving curriculum that provides diverse opportunities for all students. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Policies BA, BB series, BD series, and BE series Texas law grants the board of trustees the power to govern and oversee the management of the district’s schools. The board is the policy-making body within the district and has overall responsibility for the curriculum, school taxes, annual budget, employment of the superintendent and other professional staff, and facilities. The board has complete and final control over school matters within limits established by state and federal law and regulations. ~ 7 ~ The board of trustees is elected by the citizens of the district to represent the community’s commitment to a strong educational program for the district’s children. Board members are elected annually and -serve three-year terms. Board members serve without compensation, must be qualified voters, and must reside in the district. Current board members include: Place 1 – 2018 Place 2 – 2018 Lori Olson Traci Maxwell Board Secretary (512)393-9996 (Mobile) Loriolson4wisd.gmail.com (512)847-2291 (Office) [email protected] Place 3 – 2018 Place 4 – 2019 Open Tina Penngington [email protected] Place 5 –