Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Generally, employees must give 30-days’ advance notice of the need for FMLA leave. If it is not possible to give 30- days’ notice, an employee must notify Noblesville Schools as soon as possible and, generally, follow Noblesville Schools usual procedures. Employees do not have to share a medical diagnosis, but must provide enough information to the Noblesville Schools so it can determine if the leave qualifies for FMLA protection. Sufficient information could include informing Noblesville Schools that the employee is or will be unable to perform his or her job functions, that a family member cannot perform daily activities, or that hospitalization or continuing medical treatment is necessary. Employees must inform Noblesville Schools if the need for leave is for a reason for which FMLA leave was previously taken or certified. Noblesville Schools can require a certification or periodic recertification supporting the need for leave. If the Noblesville Schools determines that the certification is incomplete, it must provide a written notice indicating what additional information is required. Employer Responsibilities Once Noblesville Schools becomes aware that an employee’s need for leave is for a reason that may qualify under the FMLA, Noblesville Schools must notify the employee if he or she is eligible for FMLA leave and, if eligible, must also provide a notice of rights and responsibilities under the FMLA. If the employee is not eligible, Noblesville Schools must provide a reason for ineligibility. Noblesville Schools must notify its employees if leave will be designated as FMLA leave, and if so, how much leave will be designated as FMLA leave. Enforcement Employees may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, or may bring a private lawsuit against an employer. The FMLA does not affect any federal or state law prohibiting discrimination or supersede any state or local law or collective bargaining agreement that provides greater family or medical leave rights. Page 24 Noblesville Schools Plan Year 2025 This Compliance Overview is not intended to be exhaustive nor should any discussion or opinions be construed as legal advice. Readers should contact legal counsel for legal advice.