Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 8/22/2024 - 6:00 PM
Category: Instruction & Programs - Votes
Type: Action
Subject: 16.16 Approval of the Renewal of a Research and Data Sharing Agreement between Montclair State University and the Newark Board of Education
Strategic Plans:
Priority 2.1
2.1 Develop and implement a pre-K through grade 12 inclusive curricula and assessments that elevate historically marginalized voices, strengthen and sustain a focus on the instructional core, and provide opportunities to learn about perspectives beyond one’s own scope.
Priority 2.3
2.3 Develop a cognitive-learning approach to pedagogy and instruction that deepens understanding of the science of learning and centralizes knowledge building as core to improving the academic achievement of all students, including English language learners, students with special needs, and struggling learners.
Priority 2.6
2.6 Ensure curricula for college and career programs are executed with fidelity across all schools, increase the integration of academic core instruction into Career and Technological Education (CTE) programs of study, and provide higher education and internship opportunities.
Enclosure Montclair_RedHawksRising_DataSharing_Agreement.pdf
Renewal_of_Data_Sharing_Agreement_MSU_RHR.pdf
Red_Hawks_Rising_Student_Survey_9th_10th_11th.pdf
Red_Hawks_Rising_Student_Survey_12th.pdf
RHR Graduating Senior Exit Focus Group Protocol.pdf
RHR TA Adult Focus Group 2023 (2).pdf
RHR TA Student Focus Groups 2023.pdf
File Attachment:
Summary: Whereas, the Red Hawks Rising (RHR) Teacher Academy Longitudinal Study plans to have on-site research activity and to collect student data. 9th to 12th grade students who participate in the CTE and RHR: TA courses at East Side High School and University High School will be asked to participate in the study. Adults such as teachers, principals, CTE program directors, parents, community partners, and the Teacher Academy advisory committee members that are involved with the RHR: TA program will also be asked to participate in select research activities. Whereas, the researchers would like to conduct surveys, focus groups, and interviews with the various groups of participants. Additionally, the researchers request access to data for student participants related to demographics, grades, and attendance.

Principal Researcher and their agents will maintain all client information confidentially in accordance with all New Jersey state and federal laws and regulations.
Funding : At no cost to the district.
Recommendation to the Board: Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Newark Board of Education approve the Renewal of the Research and Data Sharing Agreement between Montclair State University and the Newark Board of Education.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Diana Da Silva - Supervisor
Signed By:
Rochanda Jackson - Executive Director
Signed By:
Jennifer Killeen - Supervisor
Signed By:
Sylvia Esteves - Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning
Signed By:
Yolonda Severe - Deputy Superintendent
Signed By:
Brenda Liss - General Counsel
Signed By:
Roger León - Superintendent
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Kanileah Anderson Moved, Member Josephine Garcia seconded to approve the Original motion 'Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Newark Board of Education approve the Renewal of the Research and Data Sharing Agreement between Montclair State University and the Newark Board of Education.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 7 - 0
   
Josephine Garcia     Yes
Hasani Council     Yes
Daniel Gonzalez     Yes
Crystal Williams     Yes
Allison K. James-Frison     Yes
Kanileah Anderson     Yes
Helena Vinhas     Yes