2025-2026 SREE Mentoring Program

The Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness (SREE) Year-Round Mentoring Program connects early-career researchers with experienced mentors in education research. Through structured mentoring relationships and professional development opportunities, we aim to support the next generation of education researchers while building a more inclusive and collaborative research community.

About the Program

The mentoring program runs from April 2025 to April 2026, featuring monthly pod-based mentoring sessions where small groups of 3-5 mentees work closely with an experienced researcher. These pods are carefully matched based on research interests, methodological expertise, and professional goals. Beyond regular meetings, participants engage in quarterly networking events and receive dedicated funding for professional development.

Who Should Apply

Mentees: We welcome applications from graduate students and early-career professionals (within 5 years of their highest degree) who are actively interested in education research. Successful candidates will demonstrate a clear commitment to education research and the ability to participate in monthly pod meetings. We particularly encourage applications from researchers from underrepresented groups, women in quantitative research, first-generation scholars, and researchers from under-resourced institutions.

Mentors: We seek experienced researchers with at least 5 years in education research who can commit 2 hours monthly to mentoring. Ideal mentors are active SREE members who bring both subject expertise and a dedication to supporting early-career researchers. Mentors participate in quarterly networking sessions and help shape the future of education research through direct guidance of emerging scholars.

Applications are now open for both mentors and mentees. Interested candidates should review the eligibility requirements and apply by February 21, 2024.

Mentees can apply here.

Mentors can apply here.

Financial Support

 The program provides comprehensive support for both mentees and mentors:

• Mentees receive a $500 professional development fund that can be used for conference registration, professional memberships, online courses, workshops, and educational materials
• Mentors receive a $1,000 stipend in recognition of their valuable contribution
• Additional funding supports quarterly networking events and program activities

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: February 21, 2025
• Selection Notifications: March 11-15, 2025
• Program Orientation: March 28, 2025
• Program Start: May 2025
• Quarterly Networking Events: Beginning August 2025
• Program Completion: May 2026

Program Components

• Monthly pod meetings (60-90 minutes)
• Quarterly networking events
• Professional development funding
• Optional one-on-one mentoring sessions
• Regular goal-setting and progress reviews
• Access to SREE's professional network
• Structured support for research development

For questions about the program or application process, please contact Catherine at [email protected]