‘Would Put The Children And Staff First’: Tewksbury Hero

TEWKSBURY, MA— When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Kaitlin D'Allocco, who nominated her boss, Jessica Leite of Tewksbury's KinderCare.

Name: Jessica Leite

State: MA

Home town: Tewksbury

Hero's job: Child care or elder care

Relationship to nominee: My Boss

Reason for recognition: Jessica is the center director at KinderCare in North Tewksbury. She has put her all into making sure the children and staff are comfortable and safe. She is my role model and who I strive to be.

One thing to know: She would put the children and staff first before herself

Thank you for all you do, Jessica!

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across Massachusetts here.

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