Extended Leave of Absences
To apply for a Leave of Absence, fill out this form to log your request in our system. You must use your HCPSS account to log in.
Please note: Effective 12/30/2024, we will be moving to a new platform (Guardian) for requesting a leave of absence. The link on the HCPSS Leave of Absence webpage will be updated with the new request form when it is live.Negotiated Agreement Disclosure
HCPSS employees should consult their negotiated agreement as it pertains to eligibility, duration and requirements for extended leaves of absence.
- Howard County Education Association (HCEA) – Article 17
- Education Support Professionals (ESP) – Article 7
- American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) – Articles 8 and 9
- Howard County Administrators Association (HCAA) – Article 8
- Food Service Association (FSA) – Article 6