The Rhode Island Community Choice Awards held a gala at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet, Thursday September 7, to award local businesses the top award. For the first time ever being nominated, Cherry Hill Pre-School of Johnston was the winner in the preschool category. Unbeknownst to the owner Cheryl Curcio, Cherry Hill Pre-School received enough nominations during the nominating period in April to be listed in the contest along with several other preschools. The voting process took place in June and final results were revealed on September 7. "We are so grateful for the love and support of Cherry Hill Pre-School. This award is such an amazing honor! Cherry Hill Pre-School has been educating young children for 42 years."

Miss Cheryl had been advertising Cherry Hill Pre-School on the website and social media the past several years as "the best kept secret in Johnston" because so many people that live locally had no idea we are here.  However, a parent recently commented that he thinks the secret is out now!