Lab School FAQs

Is the laboratory school designation part of Boston College as a whole?

What are the topics for upcoming studies with Boston College?

Who designs and signs off on the research plan?

The research will be jointly designed to meet the needs of Saint Columbkille Partnership school faculty/staff and students as well as the needs of the Lynch School. Research plans will be created by Lynch School professors in tandem with STCPS teachers to ensure best outcomes for all. STCPS will also reserve the right to turn down participating in studies if they do not fit the needs of the school.

How will parents be notified about upcoming studies?

Can parents opt-out if they don’t want their children to participate?

What protocols are in place to safeguard research at the school?

Each researcher is required to ensure that any studies conducted are safe, confidential and consensual. Boston College employs multiple people who assess these protocols and research practices. As they evaluate a research proposal, they confirm that no harm will come to the participants, all participants and the study findings will remain private, and all participants have parental consent to participate.

Will STCPS participate in studies with other universities?

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