Christen L Opsal

Provides training in use of the Check & Connect student engagement intervention model to promote students' engagement with school, reduce dropout, and increase school completion. The Check &...

Conducts research, provides training and technical assistance, and disseminates information on promising practices that support individuals with developmental disabilities to increase their...

Develops a postsecondary version of the Check & Connect student engagement model to increase students' ability to overcome barriers and persist to successful program completion in community college...

Focuses on improved access and success for students with disabilities in secondary and postsecondary education, as well as employment, independent living, and community participation. Activities...

Provides training and technical assistance, and conducts research, that support state and local policies to promote full access to high quality workforce development services on the part of youth...

Studies retention programs at community colleges in four states. Each college has strong programs for Career and Technical Education students who are studying for careers requiring a one- or...