Mary Cecchinato is a gift. She is a gift to each family, parent and child at her center and in her community. What makes Mary so outstanding? She has a way about her that soothes each child, welcomes each parent and inspires hope in the hopeless. Mary's success with challenging children is remarkable. She helps each child unfold to become who she was meant to be. No child is too difficult for Mary. Her heart is as big as the solar system. She deserves recognition as a leader whose humility and competence inspire others.