Common use of Stages of Grievance Clause in Contracts

Stages of Grievance. 1. Before the submission of a written grievance an attempt by the aggrieved party to resolve the problem informally must be made with the immediate supervisor. The aggrieved party may be accompanied by a representative of the Red Creek Teachers' Association. 2. If the grievance is not resolved informally within five (5) school days, it may be reduced to writing and presented to the building principal within the next five (5) school day period. 3. A determination shall be made by the immediate supervisor within five (5) school days of receipt of the grievance with a copy of the determination sent to the Association. 4. If the aggrieved party is not satisfied with the disposition of the grievance, the decision may be appealed by notifying the Superintendent or his designee in writing within five