When you have a family member with a developmental disability, it can be challenging to navigate your options and get the highest quality care. We are here to help you navigate the best options for your situation!
As the mother of a son with a developmental disability, finding outstanding resources has always been challenging. Unfortunately, families like mine have often experienced similar difficulties; it’s been a long and complicated journey to figure out how to get help. But, it doesn’t have to be that way any longer for the residents of Maine. As a life-long educator, author, and former professor, I have always believed in the power of families and the importance of high-quality resources.
I created Family First Developmental Disabilities so that you finally have a solution to navigate this challenging environment and so that you finally get the care you deserve. Your success is our highest priority! The cornerstone of Family First is to provide high-quality services and opportunities rooted in friendships and acceptance.
Dr. Katie McKnight is a dynamic presenter, dedicated teacher, and award-winning author. Dr. McKnight began her career in education over 30 years ago as a middle school and high school English and social studies teacher in the Chicago Public Schools. In addition to speaking at professional development conferences, she is a regular consultant in schools and classrooms in the United States and Internationally.
Dr. McKnight’s 15-year distinguished university career culminated in her assignment to Distinguished Professor of Research at National Louis University. She is the founder of Engaging Learners, an educational company built around her successful Literacy and Learning Center model. Her work in educational leadership, literacy and student skill development has resulted in unprecedented academic achievement in many struggling schools.
Dr. McKnight has received several awards for her publications and teaching at the university level. She has authored 20 books that support educational strategies to engage all learners. Her titles include the best-selling The Teacher’s Big Book of Graphic Organizers, winner of the 2013 Teachers’ Choice Award and Literacy & Learning Centers for the Big Kids, grades 4-12.Most recently, she founded Coffee with Katie and Richard webinars during the COVID 19 pandemic as a forum to bring together educators to engage in professional learning. To learn more about Dr. McKnight, visit her websites: KatherineMcKnight.com and EngagingLearners.com
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