The Department of Labor’s Opinion Letter FMLA2026‑2 explains that employees may use FMLA leave not only for the time spent in a medical appointment related to their own or a family member’s serious health condition, but also for the travel time required to get to and from that appointment. The DOL emphasizes that travel is…

On January 5, 2026, the Department of Labor issued Opinion Letter FMLA2026‑1, addressing how school closures of less than a full week affect the calculation of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave for school employees. The core issue raised was whether short-term closures—such as those caused by inclement weather—should reduce an employee’s FMLA leave…

Strong operating procedures are the backbone of successful special populations programs, helping districts improve consistency, efficiency, training and more. Documented processes describe how the district plans, executes, monitors, and evaluates specific components within each program.  TASB Student Solutions shares essential best practices and highlights how strong operating procedures help districts: Promote Consistency Drive Efficiency Enhance…