Call for Graduate Student Policy Brief Writers!
Deadline: Priority given to submissions received by October 23. Apply here!
CEPARE partnered with the Connecticut Association of Public-School Superintendents (CAPSS) to produce a series of short, research-informed policy briefs addressing pressing issues identified by Connecticut superintendents.
We are seeking graduate student authors (master’s, Ed.D., and Ph.D.) from any UConn department who possess research skills and topical expertise. Selected students will research and write a brief on one of superintendent-identified topics. This year's topics are:
1. Disproportionality in Sp-Ed identification in CT
2. Paraprofessional supply and demand in CT
3. Measuring student/school progress beyond standardized test scores
Timeline: Work will take place during Fall 2026 and part of Spring 2027.
Compensation: Participating students will receive compensation of $2000 for their work.
Eligibility: All Neag graduate students are welcome to apply, but doctoral students are especially encouraged to participate.
Submit your interest form by October 23 for priority consideration!
For more information, contact: Kathia Chilavert at kathia.chilavert@uconn.edu