This bill proposes amendments to section 15-503 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically regarding the employment terms of superintendents in school districts. Under current law, the term of employment for superintendents may not exceed three years. The bill introduces new provisions that limit the employment term to one year if the superintendent has not been employed by the school district for at least three consecutive years. If the superintendent has met this requirement, the maximum term can be three years. Additionally, the bill clarifies that these employment term limitations will apply only to contracts executed or renewed after the effective date of the act.

The bill also makes several technical and conforming changes to the existing language. It modifies the phrasing around the governing board's authority to employ superintendents and principals, and it updates the process for offering contracts to certified administrators and certificated school psychologists. The amendments aim to streamline the employment process and ensure that performance evaluations are conducted effectively, while also establishing clear timelines for contract renewals and notifications regarding employment intentions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-503