Are employees entitled to any leave options through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)? What extended leave options are available to staff? What are the options for staff who can’t return in-person due to health issues? Can I apply for a leave of absence until I am able to be fully vaccinated? If staff commit to returning in-person to a worksite, can they change their mind and apply for leave? What is the deadline for submitting leave of absence requests? How are my pay, insurance and other benefits affected by approved leave of absence? If I am approved for an unpaid leave of absence, what happens to my position? Will I be considered a new hire when I return? Do non-tenured staff members qualify for a leave of absence? Can staff members use maternity leave? Are pregnant staff required to return to buildings? Are any provisions being made for HCPSS employees who are returning in person and are in need of childcare? May I use child rearing leave for a few hours a day? What are my options if I need to take a leave of absence to care for my children? How much of my accrued sick leave can I use and will I still be medically insured during that time? How can a staff member submit their resignation? Will resignation be an option for next school year if the hybrid model is still in place? Is there a cut-off date for making that decision?
