About Our Research

High School can be an overwhelming experience for students, and likely much more so for students with disabilities. However, appropriate supports might improve the odds that high school students with disabilities feel confident and successful, in both their academic and social lives. In order for school professionals to best support students with disabilities, it is critical that they consider the preferences and experiences of these students. Further, students with disabilities who are currently in high school might find it helpful to learn about the high school experiences of students with disabilities who have already graduated. The purpose of this community-based participatory research (CBPR) project is to gather the perspectives and stories of recent high school graduates and current high school students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and learning disabilities (LD). We want to learn from you, and help teachers and students do the same!