Secondary Transition for Empowerment and Postschool Success (STEPS)


This research unit advances knowledge and practice to enhance post-school outcomes of individuals with disabilities. We conduct research and seek funding to inform policy, improve collaboration, change systems, and continue exploring the impacts and needs for achieving equitable transition for all people.


STEPS Work

Click on the logos to learn more about our work related to STEPS.

Currently Funded Projects

Self-Determined Career Design Model (SDCDM) logo

SDLMI: Self-Determined Learning Model of Instruction logo

 

KU TPE logoKansas Employment First logoMy Transition My Career Logo

Transition Coalition: Explore. Learn. Change.

NTACT:C logo

CIRCLES: Building Collaborative Partnerships Logo


STEPS Team

Unit Directors

  • Valerie Mazzotti, Ph.D.

    Valerie Mazzotti, Ph.D.

    Associate Director of Community Engagement and Outreach

    Bio 

Associated Staff

  • Karrie Shogren, Ph. D.

    Lindsay Rentschler, Ph.D.

    Associate Director of Communications and Dissemination

    Bio 
  • Karrie Shogren, Ph. D.

    Sean Swindler

    Project Manager

    Bio 
  • Karrie Shogren, Ph. D.

    Ashley Taconet, Ph.D.

    Associate Director of Project Evaluation and Management

    Bio