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Conducting Research in EPISD
- Getting Started
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Application to Conduct Research
- Outside Request Procedures Overview
- Coordinator Address & Phone
Important Information
Outside Research Requests
Conducting Research in the El Paso Independent School District
The El Paso ISD supports high-quality external research efforts, especially in areas that will improve its educational practices and outcomes. EPISD’s application process was established to: (a) Coordinate external projects with on-going research conducted by the district, (b) protect staff and students from unnecessary or redundant data collections, (c) review research and in light of current laws covering privacy of information, and (d) assure that external research projects are of value to the district and to education in general.
Please Read - Before you Proceed
- Open Records Requests (i.e., any existing information or reports) should be directed to the Office of the Superintendent, (915) 414-2412.
- You must submit an application if your research project includes collecting or using individual-level data from or about EPISD students, staff or parents.
- Active consent for student participation must be obtained from parents/guardians before data can be collected or any individually identifiable student information can be released.
- All data collection involving schools must be completed by May 1st.
- No data collection is allowed on testing days. Be sure to consult the district testing calendar.
- Individual students, staff, or schools may not be identified in any research product.
