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Provide documentation that you have thoroughly researched, planned, and prepared for the
proposed sabbatical leave by including a detailed, complete description of your proposed leave,
including but not limited to the following:
a. List and discuss the specific proposed activities in detail.
b. Provide a timeline for specific activities.
c. If you are planning to take classes:
i. Provide the name of the institution offering the courses;
ii. Provide the catalog description of the actual courses you intend to take;
iii. Provide a specific timeline for taking the classes; and
iv. Provide some type of documentation from the institution verifying that you will be
able to take the courses within the timeline given in you application.
d. Refer to your resume and discuss why you are qualified to successfully complete or fulfill the
requirements of the proposed sabbatical leave.
e. Describe, discuss, or explain how:
i. This proposal will contribute to your professional growth;
ii. This proposal will enhance the education program at Cuesta College;
iii. i and ii will be will be measured or determined; and
iv. You will communicate the results of your sabbatical leave to other faculty both within
your department and campus-wide as appropriate.
f. Make it very clear how your sabbatical leave differs from a flex activity, especially in scope
In addition to above, we strongly recommend that you include the following within your sabbatical
leave proposal as appropriate:
g. Include at least one letter or recommendation in support of your leave from someone in your
division.
h. Include letters of support from your division chair, cluster dean, or other appropriate
manager or supervisor.
i. Letters of recommendation must state specifically how this sabbatical will benefit the
applicant, the educational program at Cuesta College, and why the applicant is qualified to
successfully complete the sabbatical within the given timeframe.
j. Where appropriate, include:
i. Verification of access to libraries, special collections, galleries, or studios.
ii. Documentation of publisher interest in proposed manuscripts.
iii. Letters of support from other professionals with whom you propose to work.
