Common use of Formal Phase Clause in Contracts

Formal Phase. If the grievant is not satisfied with the disposition of his/her grievance on an informal basis, or if no decision has been rendered within five (5) school days after discussion of the grievance, he/she may pursue the grievance by filing in writing with the principal. The grievant shall have fifteen (15) school days after notification of the grievance disposition or, should no action have been taken, twenty (20) days following the first discussion of the grievance to file the written grievance. Within five (5) school days after receipt of the written grievance, the principal, or his/her immediate supervisor, shall meet with the grievant. The principal or his/her immediate supervisor shall present his/her decision in writing to the grievant within five (5) school days after the meeting.

Appears in 2 contracts

Sources: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement