Family and Medical Leave (Fml) Request Form - Arlington Public Schools

The Family and Medical Leave (FML) Request Form is used by Arlington Public Schools employees to request leave for family and medical reasons. This form helps employees communicate their need for time off due to certain qualifying events, such as caring for a newborn, adopting a child, or taking care of a family member with a serious health condition.

The employee who wishes to take leave files the Family and Medical Leave (FML) request form with Arlington Public Schools.

FAQ

Q: What is the FML request form?
A: The FML request form is a form used by Arlington Public Schools for employees to request family and medical leave.

Q: Who can use the FML request form?
A: The FML request form is for employees of Arlington Public Schools.

Q: What is FML?
A: FML stands for Family and Medical Leave.

Q: What is the purpose of FML?
A: The purpose of FML is to allow eligible employees to take unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for FML?
A: Eligible employees must have worked for Arlington Public Schools for at least 12 months and have worked at least 1,250 hours in the previous 12-month period.

Q: What are some examples of reasons for FML?
A: Examples of reasons for FML include the birth or adoption of a child, caring for a sick family member, or the employee's own serious health condition.

Q: Is FML paid leave?
A: No, FML is unpaid leave. However, employees may be able to use accrued paid leave during FML.

Q: How much FML leave can an employee take?
A: An eligible employee can take up to 12 weeks of FML leave in a 12-month period.

Q: What is the process for requesting FML?
A: Employees must submit a completed FML request form to their supervisor and provide any required supporting documentation.

Q: Are there any restrictions on the use of FML?
A: FML can only be taken for eligible reasons and is subject to certain limitations and requirements as outlined by the employer and applicable laws.