Publications

Gardner Center staff produce a wide range of publications, from articles in peer-reviewed journals to research reports for community partners, case studies, and more.  

Promising Practices for Equitable Dual Enrollment

This brief highlights the efforts of high school networks, community colleges, and nonprofit partners to build stronger webs of support for dual enrollment students in the Los Angeles region.

Authors: Fincher, C.J.

Enhancing the Experience of 10,000 Degrees Transfer Students

Student Action Research Fellows from 10,000 Degrees share their research findings about the college transfer experience and how the organization might be able to support students more effectively.

Authors: Student Action Research Fellows

Research Report: Redwood City School District Mental Health Counseling Program (Year 2 Implementation Study)

In the fall of 2021, Redwood City School District (RCSD) placed a full-time mental health counselor in each of its 12 schools. During the program’s second year of implementation (20222023), the Gardner Center studied how administrators and counselors perceive and operationalize the counseling role and early indicators of impact.

Authors: Geiser, K., Ren, V. , Heck, D., Lowe, A.