External Research and Approval Process
Pursuant to Regulation 612-1, external agencies, organizations, and individuals are permitted to conduct research in Prince William County with the approval of PWCS leadership.
Information
Please be aware that it is standard practice to protect the time of teachers and administrators during busy times of the year. Hence, the timing of proposed studies can be a significant factor.
If you need additional information, please contact Christina Kuriacose at [email protected] or 703-791-8545.
Studies Which Require Approval
All external research studies and activities proposed by any agencies or any individual staff members, students, parents, or community members are subject to the PWCS Research review and approval form by the Research, Accountability, and Strategic Planning Department.
Studies Exempt From Approval
Internally generated program evaluation activities, undertaken by PWCS staff members as part of their assigned responsibilities for the purpose of improving division programs and services, shall not be subject to external research approval procedures.
Design, Purpose, Audience and Description
Design of the research activity, purpose of the study, data collection instruments, audience for the information, and a description of what shall be included in the summary report.
Instruction intrusion
Amount of intrusion upon instructional time.
Time, Permissions and Timeline
Amount of staff time required for participation or coordination of research activities, including time needed to obtain parental permission and allow inspection of third-party created survey forms. Timeline for research activities.
Compliances
Compliance with federal, state, and school division requirements for students' right to privacy.
Resources
Amount of Prince William County Public Schools supplies and equipment required.
Benefit
Potential benefit of the study to school and community.
Supplemental Documentation
Please attach supplementary documentation (e.g., consent letters, instruments, etc.) via the online application prompts. You may also send via U.S. mail, if necessary.
U.S. mail
Research Administrative Coordinator
Research, Accountability, and Strategic Planning
Prince William County Public Schools
PO Box 389
Manassas, VA 20108
FedEx or UPS
Research Administrative Coordinator
Research, Accountability, and Strategic Planning
Prince William County Public Schools
14715 Bristow Rd.
Manassas, VA 20112