Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 8/22/2024 - 6:00 PM
Category: Instruction & Programs - Votes
Type: Action
Subject: 16.15 Approval of a Research and Data Sharing Agreement between Tamar Solomon, Chatham University, and the Newark Board of Education
Strategic Plans:
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.
Enclosure NBOE_Solomon_DataSharing_Agreement.pdf
Research Status Application_Solomon.pdf
Appendix_StudentPrePost Survey.pdf
Appendix_Data Collection Template.pdf
Appendix_OT Flyer.pdf
Appendix_Parent Guardian_Consent.pdf
File Attachment:
Summary: Whereas, the researcher would like to conduct a six-week on-site research project with twelve autistic students that meet the following requirements: a) ASD diagnosis; b) an incoming 3rd - 8th grade student between the ages of 9 - 13; c) identified as having a sensory processing diagnosis or challenges as noted through the Sensory Profile 2: School Companion Assessment; c) Participants must be able to follow 1-3 step verbal directions in English; d) Time commitment per student: 80 - 100 minutes
Whereas, the researcher would like to request the following educational records: a) Demographic data: age, gender, and grade level; b) Individualized Educational Plan (IEP); c) Occupational Therapist evaluation; and d) psychological evaluation

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 this Research and Data Sharing Agreement between Tamar Solomon, Chatham 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 this Research and Data Sharing Agreement between Tamar Solomon, Chatham 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