A leave of absence shall be granted without any deduction in salary for the following reasons, subject to the approval of the Superintendent:
1. To attend conventions or meetings of organizations with programs relevant to the teacher's work;
2. To deliver addresses before educational bodies;
3. To attend examinations in order to secure a higher certificate or to secure university standing;
4. To attend convocation to receive a university degree.
5. Up to one (1) day to attend the secondary or post-secondary graduation of the teacher’s child, spouse and/or partner.