For Parents

Students will participate in Hands on Learning. Students will work in teams to identify a public health issue (past or present) affecting the community. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• WHAT IS THE COST? There is no Program tuition costs for this research project. Program includes a school district provided lunch and snack, and academic expenses. Off-campus event travel via bus is also included. Students are responsible for fees arising from personal items purchased at site location or field trips. 
• IS THERE ANY RISK? Common science lab chemicals and equipment may be used in the activities for the HS2HC summer program. As a precaution, HS2HC will inform students and parents of all items used in activities prior to the start of the activity and a consent agreement will be part of the documentation 
• WHAT COMMUNICATION WILL OCCUR? Communication from HS2HC will be sent to the student and parent email addresses provided on the application.  We ask that you add HS2HC@utm.edu to your safe senders list 
• HOW ARE STUDENTS CHOSEN? We understand that this is an application for participation in the Program and enrollment is contingent upon approval by HS2HC at its discretion.  
• IS THERE A WAITLIST Applications from qualified students are processed in the order received and the number of applications may exceed available spaces.  We will include a waitlist in the selection process.
• WHAT FORMS DO I SIGN? Additional required forms must be signed in order to participate in the HS2HC. Included in these forms is a comprehensive Code of Conduct which details guidelines for behavior and prohibits possession of such substances as drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. A minors campus policy may require additional forms (see https://www.utm.edu/offices-and-services/public-safety/programs-involving-minors.php ). Failure to abide by any required code of conduct may result in immediate dismissal. 
• WHAT FIELD TRIPS WILL STUDENTS GO ON? We understand that field trips listed on the HS2HC website/brochure are examples of currently planned trips. We understand that field trips are contingent and subject to change based on each facility’s guidelines, security protocols and staffing.  
• ARE COVID OR OTHER VACCINATIONS REQUIRED? As of Spring 2023 COVID vaccines are not required, but recommended. Based on university policies at the time of the activities (and CDC recommendations) vaccinations + boosters could be required .   We understand that HS2HC cannot guarantee all sites will allow exemptions.  As of Spring 2023 “the University of Tennessee Martin main campus and five centers follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines related to the COVID-19 pandemic.” (Check CDC “guidance” at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html).