She is the director and lead author of two curriculum research projects which involve the development of advanced mathematics units for mathematically talented students in Grades K-5. Project M3 units have won the National Association for Gifted Education (NAGC) Curriculum Division Award for six consecutive years (2004-2009). Kathy received the Early Leader Award from NAGC in 2006. She has over 15 years of experience as a K-12 teacher and district math coordinator. She has written numerous articles and book chapters on mathematics education, is a member of the writing team for the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Navigations series and has co-authored a series of creative problem solving books.