Any study that involves data collection through observation, interviews, surveys, tests, etc., from students and personnel in the Spring ISD schools is defined as "Research" and is subject to the approval process. This also includes any research conducted on Spring ISD facility or campus.

Any individual or group must submit an application for approval to collect information for:

1. Individual research

2. Class projects

3. Master theses

4. Doctoral dissertations

5. Other related studies

Spring ISD employees who are collecting data, testing students, etc., not as part of their regularly assigned administrative or instructional duties, are required to secure permission prior to conducting research.