20-A M.R.S. §13302: Nomination and approval; contracts

1. Employment of principals. The superintendent shall nominate principals for employment, subject to regulations established by the school board governing salaries and qualifications and the requirements of section 1001, subsection 13. If the school board approves the nomination, the superintendent may employ a principal for a term not to exceed 3 years as determined by the school board.

2. Written contract. Employment of principals must be by written contract that includes, but is not limited to:

A. The identification of the parties to the contract;

B. The responsibilities of the position;

C. The renewal or extension provisions; and

D. The salary and benefits for the position.