Certificated employees who for any reason intend to retire or resign at the end of the current school year are encouraged to indicate their plans in writing to the Board as early as possible, but no later than June 1.
Resignations to become effective during the school year require a release by the Board and must be considered on an individual basis. Letters of resignation shall be submitted to the Superintendent/designee and the principal/supervisor. The letter should state reasons and an effective date for the resignation.
It is the practice of the Board to consider contract release requests for certificated employees only upon payment of a fee based upon the following schedule:
| Date of Request | Fee | Employee Group |
| May 1 - May 31 | $250.00 | Non-Tenured |
| June 1 - June 30 | $500.00 | Non-Tenured |
| June 2 - June 30 | $500.00 | Tenured |
| July 1 - July 31 | $1,000.00 | All Certificated |
| Aug 1 - | $2,000.00 | All Certificated |
However, the Board will make the final decision on contract releases based upon the impact of students, irrespective of offer to pay the fee. Should the Board decline to recommend a release and the certificated employee leaves the District, the District reserves the right to pursue any and all legal options available to it.