What kind of leave may accumulate for teachers without limits?

Sick leave is the category of leave that can accumulate for teachers without limits in many districts, including those governed by Kentucky state law. This type of leave is intended to provide educators with the ability to take time off when they are unwell, ensuring that they can prioritize their health without fear of losing accumulated time. Many school districts have policies that allow sick leave to roll over from one year to the next, thereby enabling teachers to accumulate a large amount of sick leave over their careers.

In contrast, personal leave and vacation leave typically have limits and may not roll over indefinitely, as they are often subject to specific usage policies or caps set by school districts. Administrative leave is usually granted under specific circumstances, such as an investigation or other disciplinary action, and also does not accumulate in the same way. Thus, the unrestrained accumulation of sick leave makes it distinct among the types of leave available to teachers.