It is the policy of the Highline School Board to permit appropriate and reasonable travel expenses for professional development and growth.  Such travel should be related to the employee’s or district representative’s responsibilities and must be authorized pursuant to procedures developed by the Superintendent. 

Travel shall be authorized to provide opportunities in the following areas:

• Professional growth
• Research and development in curriculum focus areas
• Presentation of district programs and activities
• District operations
• Recruiting
• Other travel deemed necessary by the Superintendent or designee

The Superintendent is authorized to develop procedures to implement this policy. 

Legal Reference:
Reimbursement of expenses of directors, other school representatives, and superintendent candidates - RCW 28A.320.050
Municipal corporations and political subdivisions—Reimbursement claims by officers and employees - RCW 42.24.090

Management Resources:
Credit Card Policy Updated - Policy News April 2005
IRS rules impact travel reimbursement - Policy News December 1999

Highline School District 401
Adopted by the Board: October 26, 1983
Revised by the Board: 1.90; 3.04; 1.15
Classification: Priority