20-A M.R.S. §13304: Dismissal

In accordance with this section, a school board may dismiss a principal before the expiration of the contract term.

1. Requirements. The principal may be dismissed only:

A. After consideration of a recommendation of the superintendent;

B. For cause;

C. After due notice and investigation;

D. After a hearing before the school board, if requested; and

E. By a majority vote of the school board.

2. Salary. Upon dismissal, the principal's salary ceases.