Co-Sponsor

Every research request proposal must name a Minneapolis Public School administrator (district office subject matter expert, director, or executive director) as a co-sponsor.   

Written/emailed acknowledgement of sponsorship from the co-sponsor and each building principal must be provided in the application. 

A MPS staff member may not serve as a district co-sponsor for research in which they also serves as a primary investigator. 

The Director of Research, Evaluation & Assessment may not serve as a district co-sponsor.  

Who can be a co-sponsor?

A Minneapolis Public School administrator (district office subject matter expert, director, or executive director) can serve as a co-sponsor.  

How do I find a co-sponsor for my research?

Review departments on the Minneapolis Public Schools website.

Why does MPS require a co-sponsor?

MPS requires a co-sponsor to ensuring that the project is in alignment with department and District strategic goals.  

What is the role of the co-sponsor? 

The role of the co-sponsor is to articulate priorities, support the researcher with project development, advise on populations for research, and give context to the work.