 These contracts must be in writing and are subject to public disclosure under the state's Right to Know Act.In Pennsylvania, public school districts are required to give 150 days notice to the superintendent regarding renewal of the employment contract.Pursuant to Act 141 of 2012 which amended the Pennsylvania School Code, all school districts that have hired superintendents on/after the fall of 2012 are required to develop objective performance standards and post them on the district's website.