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20212022EmployeeHandbook
Table of ContentsAccessibility . 4Employee Handbook Receipt . 5Introduction . 6District Information . 6Conroe ISD Vision Statement . 6District Goals . 6Board of Trustees . 6Employment. 7Equal Employment Opportunity . 7Job Vacancy Announcements . 8Employment after Retirement . 8Contract and Noncontract Employment . 8Certification and Licenses . 9Searches and Alcohol and Drug Testing . 9Health Safety Certification and Training . 10Reassignments and Transfers . 10Workload and Work Schedules . 10Breaks for Expression of Breast Milk . 11Notification to Parents Regarding Qualifications . 11Outside Employment and Tutoring . 11Performance Evaluation . 12Employee Involvement . 12Staff Development . 12Compensation and Benefits . 12Salaries, Wages, and Stipends . 12Transcripts and Service Records . 13Paychecks . 13Automatic Payroll Deposit . 13Address/Name Change . 13Payroll Deductions . 14Overtime Compensation . 14Travel Expense Reimbursement . 15Health, Dental, and Life Insurance . 15Guidelines for Change of Election . 15Supplemental Insurance Benefits . 16Cafeteria Plan Benefits (Section 125) . 16Workers’ Compensation Insurance . 16Unemployment Compensation Insurance . 17Teacher Retirement . 17Other Benefit Programs . 17Leaves and Absences . 18Personal Leave. 19Leave Proration . 20State Sick Leave . 20Sick Leave Pool . 20Local Extended Sick Leave . 21Unpaid Medical Leave . 22Family and Medical Leave (FML)—General Provisions . 22Local Procedures for Implementing Family and Medical Leave Provisions. 23Temporary Disability Leave . 24Expiration of Leave . 25Workers’ Compensation Benefits. 25Assault Leave . 25Bereavement Leave . 26Jury Duty . 26Compliance with a Subpoena . 26Truancy Court Appearances . 26Religious Observance . 26Military Leave . 26School Business Leave . 27Off-duty/Vacation Days . 27Conroe ISD Employee HandbookRevised July 20211
Employee Relations and Communications . 27Employee Recognition and Appreciation . 27District Communications . 28Complaints and Grievances . 28Level One . 30Level Two. 30Level Three . 30Employee Conduct and Welfare . 31Standards of Conduct . 31Texas Educators’ Code of Ethics . 32Professional Standards . 32District Investigations. 34Fraud and Ethics Violations . 34Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation . 35Harassment of Students . 38Sexual Abuse and Maltreatment of Children . 41Reporting Suspected Child Abuse . 41Reporting Crime. 42Scope and Sequence . 42Alcohol- and Drug-Abuse Prevention. 42Drug-Free Workplace Requirements . 43Mandatory Training . 43Fraud and Financial Impropriety . 43Conflict of Interest . 44Gifts and Favors . 44Associations and Political Activities . 44Charitable Contributions . 45Safety . 45General Safety Procedures . 45Communicable Disease Mitigation Measures . 45Safe Operation of District Vehicles . 45Asbestos Management Plan. 46Integrated Pest Management . 46Bloodborne Pathogens/Exposure Control Plan . 47Pre-Employment Drug Testing . 51Tobacco Products and E-Cigarette Use . 52Employee Arrests and Convictions . 52Criminal History Background Checks . 52Identification Badges . 52Possession of Firearms and Weapons . 52Visitors in the Workplace . 53Copyrighted Materials . 53Employment Policies: Dissemination of Required Information . 53Electronic Media, Communications Systems, and Technology Resources . 53Acceptable Use Guidelines . 53Overview . 54Internet Filter . 54Email . 54Electronic Storage. 54Network Behavior . 55Inappropriate Use . 55Inappropriate Language . 55Commercial Use . 55Vandalism/Mischief . 55Security . 56Transmitting/Storing/Accessing Confidential Information . 56Modification of Computer . 56Campus, District, or Organizational Websites . 56External Links . 56Cell Phones and Smart Phones . 56Electronic Recording. 57Electronic Media & Communications . 57Electronic Communications Between Employees, Students, and Parents . 57Personal Use of Electronic Communications . 59Conroe ISD Employee HandbookRevised July 20212
Public Information on Private Devices. 60General Procedures . 60Emergency School Closing . 60Emergencies . 60Purchasing Procedures . 61Name and Address Changes . 61Personnel Records. 61Facility Use. 61Termination of Employment . 61Resignations . 61Dismissal or Nonrenewal of Contract Employees . 62Dismissal of Noncontract Employees . 62Discharge of Convicted Employees . 63Exit Interviews and Procedures . 63Reports to Texas Education Agency . 63Reports Concerning Court-Ordered Withholding . 64Student Issues . 64Equal Educational Opportunities . 64Student Records . 64Parent and Student Complaints . 64Administering Medication to Students . 65Dietary Supplements . 65Psychotropic Drugs . 65Student Conduct and Discipline . 65Student Attendance . 65Bullying . 66Hazing . 66Appendix A . 67Conflicts of Interest . 67Appendix B. 71CISD Safety Procedures . 71Conroe ISD Employee HandbookRevised July 20213
AccessibilityConroe ISD is committed to providing access to all individuals, including those with disabilities, seeking informationon our website. If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader, eye tracking device, voice recognitionsoftware, etc.) and are experiencing difficulty accessing information on this document, please contact the Directorof Communications at:3205 W. DavisConroe, Texas 77304(936) 709-7752Conroe ISD Employee HandbookRevised July 20214
Employee Handbook ReceiptNameEIN Campus/DepartmentI hereby acknowledge receipt of a copy or electronic version of the Conroe ISD Employee Handbook. I agree toread the handbook and abide by the standards, policies, and procedures defined or referenced in this document.The Conroe ISD Employee Handbook can be accessed online at www.conroeisd.net under the “Employees” link.However, employees may request a personal copy.The information in this handbook is subject to change. I understand that changes in District policies maysupersede, modify, or render obsolete the information summarized in this document. As the District providesupdated 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 relationshipsare intended by this handbook.I agree to comply with the District’s policies and procedures, including those related to harassment of employeesand students and reporting known or suspected student neglect and abuse. If requested to do so, I will cooperatewith any District investigation of a possible violation of District policies or procedures by providing complete andtruthful information in an oral and/or written statement. I understand that failure to do so may subject me todiscipline or termination from employment.I understand that I have an obligation to inform my supervisor or department head of any changes in personalinformation such as phone number, address, etc. I also accept responsibility for contacting my supervisor or theHuman Resources Department if I have questions or concerns or need further explanation.SignatureDatePlease electronically sign and date this receipt as part of the Vector Solutions training.Conroe ISD Employee HandbookRevised July 20215
IntroductionThe purpose of this handbook is to provide information that will help with questions and pave the way for asuccessful year. Not all District policies and procedures are included. Those that are included have beensummarized. Suggestions for additions and improvements to this handbook are welcome and may be sent to theHuman Resources Department.This handbook is neither a contract nor a substitute for the official District policy manual, nor is it intended to alterthe at-will status of noncontract employees in any way. Rather, it is a guide to and a brief explanation of Districtpolicies and procedures related to employment. These policies and
Conroe ISD Employee Handbook Revised July 2021 6 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 included have been summarized.
