Kathleen is the daughter of Dr. Joan A. Cotter, author and creator of the RightStart™ Mathematics program. She was one of the first to grow up under the Activities for Learning principles. Kathleen has a degree in Home Economics from the University of Minnesota and two master's degrees from the University of Mary. She is responsible for program development support, marketing, sales, and general management. She travels the US and Canada, helping children understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics.