Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Sir Luther Center for Research & Innovation website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you are a minor (under 18), your parent or guardian must agree to these terms on your behalf.

2. Description of Services

Sir Luther Center provides a research mentorship program designed for high school students in grades 8-12. Our services include:

• Expert mentorship from experienced researchers
• Structured curriculum for conducting original research
• Guidance through the peer-review publication process
• Access to online learning materials and resources
• Support in submitting research to academic journals

3. Eligibility

Our program is open to students currently enrolled in grades 8-12 (or equivalent). Applicants must:

• Submit a complete application with required materials
• Obtain parent/guardian consent if under 18 years of age
• Commit to the program timeline and requirements
• Have reliable internet access for online sessions

4. Publication Support

Publication is not guaranteed, as acceptance decisions rest with independent journals. Sir Luther Center commits to supporting students through the publication process, subject to the following conditions:

• Student completes all program modules and requirements
• Student submits original, authentic research work
• Student incorporates mentor feedback and revisions
• Student meets all program deadlines
• Research meets ethical standards and journal guidelines

Students who meet these conditions are guided by their mentors until the paper is accepted in a peer-reviewed journal, including support with revision, resubmission and journal selection.

5. Academic Integrity

Students must adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity:

• All submitted work must be original and created by the student
• Proper citation of all sources is required
• Plagiarism, fabrication, or falsification of data is strictly prohibited
• AI-assisted writing tools may only be used as permitted by program guidelines
• Violations may result in dismissal from the program

6. Intellectual Property

Student Work: Students retain full intellectual property rights to their original research and publications. Sir Luther Center may use anonymized examples of student work for educational and promotional purposes with consent.

Program Materials: All curriculum, course materials, and proprietary methodologies remain the property of Sir Luther Center and may not be reproduced or distributed without permission.

7. Code of Conduct

All participants must:

• Treat mentors, staff, and fellow students with respect
• Attend scheduled sessions and communicate about absences
• Complete assignments by designated deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of program discussions
• Follow all applicable laws and regulations

8. Payment

Program fees are due according to the payment schedule provided at enrollment. Enrollment is confirmed once payment is complete. For questions about your payment or enrollment status, contact us at team@learnwithleaders.com.

9. Limitation of Liability

Sir Luther Center provides educational services and mentorship guidance. We do not guarantee specific outcomes, including publication in any particular journal or at all. Our liability is limited to the amount paid for program fees. We are not responsible for:

• Journal decisions beyond our control
• Technical issues affecting access to online services
• Student decisions regarding research topics or methodologies
• Third-party services or websites

10. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate a student's participation for:

• Violation of academic integrity policies
• Failure to meet program requirements
• Conduct that disrupts the learning environment
• Non-payment of program fees

11. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or program participation shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If resolution is not achieved, disputes may be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. Material changes will be communicated via email to enrolled students.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Sir Luther Center for Research & Innovation
Email: team@learnwithleaders.com