Notice Requirements

• Contract Employees: Submit written notice at least 45 days before the first day of instruction for the following school year (per Board policy and Texas Education Code).
• Notice Regarding Contract Resignations and SBEC Reporting Employees under a term contract are expected to fulfill the obligations of their employment contract through the end of the contract term. Requests for release from a contract after the statutory resignation deadline will be considered on an individual basis. A release from contract is not guaranteed and will generally be approved only when the employee demonstrates good cause as defined by applicable Texas law and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules. Employees who resign or otherwise abandon their contract without an approved release and without good cause may be considered to have abandoned their contract. In accordance with Texas Education Code and SBEC requirements, the District may report contract abandonment to the State Board for Educator Certification for review. SBEC has the authority to determine whether disciplinary action against an educator's certificate is warranted. Employees who believe they have good cause for requesting a release should submit a written request and any supporting documentation to the Human Resources Department as soon as possible. Each request will be reviewed based on the specific facts and applicable legal requirements.

1. Meet with your direct supervisor to share your intent to resign or retire and discuss your anticipated last day of work. This conversation ensures awareness, allows for planning, and confirms your transition timeline.
2. Review notice requirements to be sure your timeline meets district and state guidelines:
   • Contract Employees: Submit written notice at least 45 days before the first day of instruction for the upcoming school year (per Board policy and Texas Education Code).
   • Non-Contract Employees: Please provide at least two weeks’ notice when possible to support campus and department planning.
3. Complete the Notice of Resignation or Retirement by submitting the online form below. This officially records your separation date with Human Capital Management.
4. Monitor your email for a confirmation message from Human Resources. This email will outline next steps, important dates, and any additional documentation needed to finalize your separation.

Submit Resignation/Retirement Form

To ensure a smooth offboarding experience, please complete the following before your last day:

• Return all district property (ID badge, keys, laptop, technology, and any other assigned materials) to your supervisor.
• Save or transfer any personal files from district devices; system access ends at 11:59 p.m. on your final workday.
• Contact Payroll with questions about your final paycheck, supplemental pay, or summer accruals.
• Contact Benefits for health insurance termination dates and any COBRA continuation options.
• Complete the Employee Exit Survey to share feedback and help us improve the employee experience.

Employee Exit Survey