Leave of Absence

  • A leave of absence is defined by the school district policy as an absence 5 days or more. The types of leaves you are eligible for will vary based on your FTE, employee group and situation. Please review the information to determine your situation and then contact Brady Lutz by email at elutz@shakopee.k12.mn.us.

Leave of Absence Examples

  • FMLA

  • Non-FMLA

Leave of Absence Forms & Information Sheets

  • How do I handle an absence that is less than 5 work days?

FMLA & Medical Leave of Absence FAQ

  • What is FMLA?

  • How is FMLA different than medical leave?

  • What paperwork do I need to turn in for medical leave?

  • What if I do not have a set date for the start and end of my leave? E.g. pregnancy.

  • What happens once the paperwork is turned into Human Resources?

  • Do I need to enter my time off in AESOP if I am on medical leave?

  • Do I need to submit a note to return from leave?


Maternity Leave & Child Birth FAQ

  • Mother: Does my maternity leave fall under FMLA?

  • Mother: What paperwork do I need to turn in for Medical Leave?

  • Mother: What if I do not have a set date for the start and end of my leave?

  • Mother: What happens once the paperwork is turned into Human Resources?

  • Father: How does leave work?