The intent of this policy is to establish a sabbatical leave program for professional educators and teacher aides. Sabbatical leaves may be granted generally on a full-time basis to conduct research, completion of an advanced degree related to subject area, teacher exchange program, completion of baccalaureate degree for aides, or participation in other professional development activities that would contribute to the improvement of both the individual and his/her services to students in the county school district.
W. Va. Code R. § 126-157-2