FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Leap Founder, Kate Gottfred, named Northwestern’s School of Communication Alumni of the Year (Chicago, IL‐) For over 70 years, the Northwestern Alumni Association has been recognizing some of the most dedicated and accomplished graduates to yield from the University. One of 8 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 812 ● Chicago, Illinois 60603
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this year’s honorees included Catherine H. Gottfred, Ph.D, President and Founder of Leap Learning Systems. Dr. Gottfred was presented with the Merit award as Alumni of the Year 2010 of the School of Communication. She was recognized for her dedication to language and literacy enrichment throughout Chicago and across the nation. Dr. Gottfred is recognized as a national leader within her field. “I could not have accomplished my work without the amazing support—both emotional and financial—of my husband, Dick. It was thrilling that night to have my own family, Leap Family, friends and my mentor, Dr. Jerilyn Logemann, be there to share what equally belongs to them.” Leap Learning Systems is a nonprofit organization dedicated to results driven language and literacy development. Leap Learning’s programs are proven to accelerate academic and social success while creating self‐confidence and fulfillment in children, parents and educators. 8 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 812 ● Chicago, Illinois 60603
Phone: (312) 578-1255 ● Fax: (312) 578-1280 ● Web: leaplearningsystems.org