Kathleen went to further her education at Roger Williams University where she double majored in Secondary Education and History. It was there where she was able to learn more about the needs of children and how to design programs that can benefit a variety of children. Kathleen volunteered at many schools throughout Rhode Island and completed her Practicum and Student Teaching at Somerset High School. Kathleen graduated in May, and before joining the Boys and Girls Club was a Substitute Teacher throughout Marshfield Schools.

Kathleen moved to Marshfield from Dorchester when she was only five years old. She has attended Governor Winslow Elementary School, Martinson Middle School, and Marshfield High School. Ever since she was little Kathleen knew she wanted to work with children. Throughout her years spent in the Marshfield School District she was involved with many school activities. Not only did she play soccer and softball, she also volunteered for the Project Reach Program. Kathleen was an active member of the Fashion Show committee, Prom committee, SAAD, and after graduation was involved with the Grad Night Live production.