Common use of Introduction to Grievance Procedure Clause in Contracts

Introduction to Grievance Procedure. The purpose of the following procedure is to establish a step-by-step method that may be used in an attempt to resolve a problem or complaint as defined under “Grievance” to the satisfaction of all parties concerned. This procedure is available to any teacher of the District. No teacher is required to use this procedure. A grievance may be withdrawn at any time. It is recognized that in a particular situation, the strict adherence to the school day intervals identified in the processing of a grievance may not be desirable or possible to insure the consideration of all related facts in support of or opposition to a particular grievance. By mutual agreement, in writing, between the claimant and the primary party involved at the particular level, the specified interval may be extended.