GBC Policy Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the board's effort to pay its professional employees at a certain level?

• To decrease the district's budget

• To attract and retain committed and skilled personnel

• To comply with state regulations

• To avoid hiring retired teachers

On what basis is the compensation of certificated personnel determined?

• The individual employee's contract negotiation

• The district's operational budget only

• The state salary schedule with local supplements

• The superintendent's recommendation

Who is responsible for recommending the award of contracts to professional personnel?

• The board

• The principal

• The superintendent

• The district's HR department

By when must the board notify teachers in writing of their employment status?

• At the end of the school year

• Two months before the school year starts

• On or before the date offers for the next school year are extended

• After the district's annual budget is approved

What happens if personnel fail to give written acceptance of their contracts?

• Their employment status remains unchanged

• It constitutes contract rejection

• They are placed on a probationary period

• They must reapply for their positions

Who establishes the compensation for support staff?

• The board

• The finance committee

• The superintendent

• The state department of education

How often does the district pay its employees?

• Weekly

• Monthly

• Semi-monthly

• Quarterly

What method of payment does the district use if it has prior written authorization from the employee?

• Check

• Cash

• Direct deposit

• Payroll card

Which of the following is NOT automatically withheld from an employee’s compensation according to the wage deduction policy?

• Federal income taxes

• State income taxes

• Health insurance premiums

• Court-ordered wage garnishments

Under what condition can the district reduce an exempt employee’s salary?

• If the employee takes unpaid leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act

• If the employee works fewer hours than usual

• If the employee makes a minor infraction of workplace rules

• If the employee requests a reduction in salary