Her principal research is on school-family-community partnerships and the role of school counselors and other school personnel in building partnerships. Dr. Bryan has developed a model for such partnerships that enhances educational resilience, academic success, and equity, especially in high-poverty schools. She also studies critical issues facing children of color (e.g., college access); disproportionate disciplinary practices; and school bonding and connectedness. She has published numerous articles and made many presentations at national conferences.