Mary directs Head Start program in Troy

Mary started a new job Nov. 3 as director of Stepping Stones 1 Head Start in the Lansingburgh section of Troy, N.Y. Mary previously was director and head teacher at Head Start of Stillwater, N.Y.

"I miss my Stillwater crew, but love the new place," Mary writes, adding that she "received an amazing welcome from (the) staff."

Here's Mary in a recent photo with her daughter Shannon -- driving! Shannon is a junior at Catholic Central High School, also in Troy.