ARTICLE XVII
Exhaustion of Sick Days

M. A Teacher who is unable to return to work after the exhaustion of all sick days plus an additional twelve (12) months may be terminated at the discretion of the Board, subject to any applicable state or federal rule or regulation. The Teacher may continue in the group health and group dental insurance programs, at the Teacher's expense, during the twelve (12) month period following the exhaustion of sick days. A Teacher who returns from such leave shall not be guaranteed a particular position, but shall instead be assigned to a position for which he/she is qualified.