15-540. Suspension prior to dismissal of a
certificated teacher; written charges; salary


A. Upon a written statement of charges adopted by the governing board charging a
certificated teacher of the school district with cause for suspension without pay or
dismissal, the governing board may immediately place the teacher on administrative leave
of absence and give him notice of the administrative leave of absence.


B. The notice of administrative leave of absence shall be in writing and be served
upon the teacher personally or by United States registered mail addressed to the teacher
at his last known address.


C. Any teacher who is placed on administrative leave of absence pursuant to this
section shall continue to be paid regular salary during the period of administrative
leave of absence.