The Children of Promise Gala, November 18, 2016, highlighted the important work The New England Center for Children provides in transforming the lives of children with autism. As part of the program, The Center honored it’s 2016 Educator of the Year, Melissa Swisher, an 11-year employee of the organization. Melissa was honored for her outstanding contributions to special education, her professional development, and her positive attitude, both with students and colleagues. Currently, she is an Education/Day Coordinator at NECC.