4112.3 — Oath Or Affirmation (AR)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, requires all Reed Union School District employees to take an oath or affirmation before starting work. The oath declares them "disaster service workers," meaning they can be assigned emergency duties during natural disasters, war, or other emergencies that threaten life and property. Non-citizens who are legally employed are exempt from this requirement. Employees with valid religious objections may also be exempted at the district's discretion. The oath can cover multiple employment periods within one calendar year for temporary or intermittent workers. The Superintendent or authorized designee administers the oath, files it within 30 days, and may destroy it five years after employment ends. This requirement is mandated by California Government Code.
What this means for your family
This policy ensures all school staff can respond during emergencies affecting the community. In a disaster, teachers and other employees may be assigned emergency duties beyond their regular roles. This helps maintain safety and continuity of operations during crises but doesn't directly change day-to-day educational services or family rights. Parents should know all district employees are trained disaster service workers.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.