20-A M.R.S. §1052: Discharge

A school board may discharge a superintendent before the expiration of the contract term.

1. Requirements. The superintendent may be discharged only:

A. For cause;

B. After due notice and investigation; and

C. By a majority vote of the full membership of the school board.

2. Salary. On discharge, the superintendent's salary shall cease.

3. Appeal. The superintendent may appeal the school board's decision to the commissioner. The commissioner shall hold a hearing as part of the appeal.