**GDQD - SUSPENSION AND DISMISSAL OF SUPPORT STAFF MEMBERS** **Last Updated Date:** 03/25/2014 **Adoption Date:** 01/10/2006 Support staff employees employed by the school district may be terminated by the principal of the building in which they serve, with the approval of the superintendent.  However, employees may request the superintendent to review the circumstances of their termination. Support staff employees will generally be given notice of their dis­missal two weeks prior to the effective date. The superintendent, or the principal, with the approval of the superintendent, may also suspend employees from their assignments. **Policy References:** LEGAL REFS.: M.G.L. 71:42, 71:42D