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Professional Development OAPSE & CSCSA
- Funds have been allocated for use during the 2025-2026 fiscal year to support activities which will improve the professional performance of eligible classified employees. Classified employees may apply to participate in workshops, training programs, and professional development for credit which will provide job/related/promotional opportunities or to enhance job skills within the school system.
IMPORTANT - Read the Tuition Reimbursement Guidelines & Schedules for your Union/Association prior to completing the request form below.
Select the appropriate link below to request funds designated for Professional Development through OAPSE or CSCSA. Read all of the information provided and follow all steps within the electronic form and any follow-up emails. After the request form is submitted, the listed supervisor will receive an email to "approve" or "reject" the request. Please be advised that your supervisor is approving or rejecting your request based on the guidelines linked below. If approved, the request will be forwarded to the Tuition Reimbursement / Professional Development Committee for review. Determination letters will be emailed after the committee meeting.
Email questions to Professional Leaves.
Classified Employees (OAPSE-CSEA)
Classified Supervisors (CSCSA)
Safety & Security (OAPSE-Local 581)