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Research Application - Somerville Public Schools

Overview

All persons interested in conducting research in Somerville Public Schools (SPS) must complete an application. Research includes, but is not limited to: conducting surveys, interviews, focus groups and classroom observations involving SPS students and/or staff.


SPS Review Process

All researchers must complete an application. A preview of full application available here (please note there is some skip logic in the application). Other research-related materials should be submitted at the time of application (e.g., questionnaires, consent form(s), principal letter, etc.)

SPS only approves studies aligned to our district goals outlined in our strategic plan. These goals include effective teaching and leadership, performance management, increasing the graduation rate, teaching and learning through technology, environmental stewardship, and parent and community connections.

Proposals will be reviewed by SPS administration. If you have any questions, please contact Gisele Silveira, Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Superintendent of Academics (gsilveira@k12.somerville.ma.us).
1.Project Title(Required.)
2.Researcher's Full Name(s):(Required.)
3.Title/Position:(Required.)
4.University/Organization:(Required.)
5.Mailing address:(Required.)
6.Email address:(Required.)
7.Phone number:(Required.)
8.Projected Start Date(Required.)
Format MM/DD/YYYY
9.Projected Completion Date(Required.)
Format MM/DD/YYYY
10.This research is related to a (select one):(Required.)
All applicants must provide documentation from their institution's review board for the protection of human subjects before SPS will consider approval.
11.Do you have an Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval form?(Required.)
12.If yes, attach a copy of your IRB approval here.
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13.Are you a graduate student?(Required.)