Kathryn’s research interests include human rights and education practice particularly with regard to disability rights and inclusive education. Kathryn’s research experience includes work in family – school relationships, special education policy, and effective teaching. Recent research has focused on parent engagement and early years services in early intervention, Ontario Early Years centres, Parenting and Family Literacy Centres, and full day kindergarten in Ontario schools. Kathryn joined the board of directors because of her interest in, and support for, high quality community based childcare, early intervention and family support programs.