Originally from Rome, Cecilia has been living in Maryland for the past 11 years. She joined FCS after teaching art in both public school and nonprofit settings: Thomas G. Pullen Creative & Performing Arts School in Landover and the Homeless Children Playtime Project in D.C. In teaching elementary-age children, Cecilia “rediscovers the joy for small things.” Cecilia enjoys spending time with her baby daughter, reading, camping, and visiting museums in her spare time.