Krauskopf Family Honored for Partnership that Helps their Child Thrive

Dan and Lindsay Krauskopf, parents of Woodland Developmental Center student Miles Krauskopf, have received the 2026 Exceptional Parent Award from the Michigan Council for Exceptional Children, according to a community announcement.

The award, which celebrates parents who show exceptional commitment to their child’s growth while working collaboratively with educators and service providers, recognizes the family’s dedication and partnership with educators.

“Dan and Lindsay are incredible partners in their children’s education,” Britt Pionk, assistant supervisor of programs and services at St. Clair County RESA, said in the announcement. “Their collaboration, positivity and dedication make a meaningful difference for Miles and the entire  Woodland community.” 

The Krauskopfs have three children: Juliet, Elijah and Miles. They have built strong partnerships with educators while supporting each of their children’s unique needs. Juliet receives support for a visual impairment and is actively involved academically and socially in Marysville Public Schools. Miles attends Woodland Developmental Center, where he receives specialized support through the Severe Multiple Impairments program.

Miles has attended Woodland Developmental Center for the past two years. Lindsay Krauskopf said that the transition to school was initially difficult for their family because Miles had never been away from them before.

“We were very nervous at first,” she said in the announcement. “But now we can’t say enough good things about Woodland and the entire team that works with him, especially his teacher, Angela Jackson.”

Janis Reeser, Port Huron Times Herald