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Human Resources Department
For general HR inquiries or employment verifications, email us at hr@gisd.k12.nm.us
HR Resources
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Application for FMLA leave - Employees serious health conditionApplication for FMLA leave - Family members serious health conditionRequest for General Leave (Excess of five (5) consecutive days)Request for Leave of Absence Without PayTransfer of Leave Request FormAuthorization to Donate Annual or General Leave
For questions regarding FMLA, Request for General Leave or Leave of Absence, contact:
Lucy Garcia
Administrative Assistant
Office: (575) 882-6225
Fax: (575) 882-6250
lugarcia@gisd.k12.nm.us
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ParaPro Assessment Information
The ParaPro Assessment is required for paraprofessional qualification.
Cost: $55
Registration and testing options are managed through ETS. Candidates may choose to test:
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At home (remote proctoring), or
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At an authorized test center
For registration information and testing options, please visit:
How to RegisterTo schedule your ParaPro Assessment at Gadsden Independent School District, please email: hr@gisd.k12.nm.us
Official scores and results will be mailed directly to you from ETS after your test is completed.
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Notice of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of SexBoard Policy ACA NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEXBoard Policy ACA-RA NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX
Board Policy ACA-RB NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX
Brenda V. Mejia
Title IX Coordinator
Gadsden Independent School District
Office: (575) 882-6237
Fax: (575) 882-6250
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At Gadsden Independent School District, we are committed to ensuring a fair and structured process for addressing workplace concerns. This video walks GISD employees through the grievance process, outlining each step from informal discussions to formal resolutions and arbitration.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✅ What a grievance is and who can file one
✅ Step-by-step breakdown of the grievance process
✅ Important deadlines and required documentation
✅ How hearings are conducted at the HR and Superintendent levels
✅ What arbitration means and how it works💡 Key Takeaways:
• The grievance process is designed to resolve concerns at the lowest possible level through open communication.
• Employees must initiate an informal meeting with their supervisor within 20 workdays of the issue.
• If unresolved, the grievance can be formally submitted to Human Resources, leading to a structured hearing process.
• If necessary, grievances may be escalated to the Superintendent and, in certain cases, to arbitration.
• Union representatives are available to assist employees throughout the process.📞 Need Assistance?
If you have any questions about the grievance process, please reach out to:
📍 GISD Human Resources Department ebecerra@gisd.k12.nm.us, bmejia@gisd.k12.nm.us
📍 Your local AFT Union Representative dnanez@gisd.k12.nm.us
