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Sabbatical Leave Committee (SLC)

The mission of SLC is to ensure the integrity of the sabbatical leave process and support the professional development of colleagues by assisting colleagues in preparation of quality applications for sabbatical leave and sabbatical reports.

Sabbatical Leave Handbook

Deadlines & Forms

Applications

FALL ONLY: Due Friday, September 19, 2025

  1. Sabbatical Application Form for a 2026-2027 Leave
  2. Application Signature Page - Email this signed page to Arielle Locke, Administrative Assistant

View Application Samples

Reports

FALL - Due Fri., September 12, 2025:

SPRING - Due Thurs., February 12, 2026 (adjusted due to Friday holiday):

View Report Samples

Functions of the SLC

Act as resource to faculty in preparation of proposals and reports

  • mentor/advise faculty in the preparation of their proposals
  • provide workshops as needed to assist faculty in the preparation of proposals and reports

Review applications for sabbatical leave

  • determine the feasibility of the proposed activity
  • assess the contribution of the activity to the growth of the individual and to the district
  • ensure that the proposed hours or study units meet the minimum required
  • forward recommendations to Senate Council for action
  • review requests for modifications of sabbatical leaves, and advise the President

Review sabbatical leave reports

  • verify that activities were completed as approved (or as modified)
  • assist in editing reports as necessary to improve clarity
  • forward recommendations to Senate Council for action

Review Sabbatical Leave Handbook

  • maintain a manual of application and report procedures on sabbatical leaves
  • review and revise procedures outlined in the sabbatical leave handbook

Any suggested changes to the contents of the handbook should be submitted to the Administrative Assistant of the Sabbatical Leave Committee by February 15 of any given year in order to be considered for inclusion for the following academic year.

Meeting Dates / Agendas

  • Meetings will occur in person and via Zoom. The room will be announced with the agenda.
  • Zoom links will be provided on the agenda no later than 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Fall 2025

  • October 3, 2025

Spring 2026

  • TBD

Committee Membership 2025 - 2026