Lisa Bianconi, Director of Music at New England Kurn Hattin Homes for Children in Westminster, Vermont has been awarded the 2020 Vermont Educator of the Year Award for District VI from Vermont Music Educators Association. This prestigious award is "for outstanding professionalism … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Music Director Awarded Vermont Music Educator of the Year Award—District VI
Kurn Hattin Students Shoot Straight in Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship
On Sunday, January 26, ten Kurn Hattin students competed in the regional Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship in Bellows Falls, Vermont. This contest for children, ages 9 to 14, provides an athletic outlet and encourages the values of sportsmanship and healthy competition. … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Students Shoot Straight in Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship
The Rite Aid Foundation Designates New England Kurn Hattin Homes A KidCents Charity
The Rite Aid Foundation has selected Kurn Hattin Homes to participate in its 2020 KidCents program, which annually supports a select group of nonprofit, kid-focused organizations committed to improving the health and well being of children living in the communities Rite Aid serves. In addition … [Read more...] about The Rite Aid Foundation Designates New England Kurn Hattin Homes A KidCents Charity
A Passion for Music
Every time I talk about Kurn Hattin, it is with the utmost respect and love for this one-of-a-kind place. Kurn Hattin gave me so many experiences and valuable lessons I could not have come into ownership of otherwise, and many more fond memories. My start at Kurn Hattin was my start in the core of … [Read more...] about A Passion for Music
Thankful for This Opportunity
Kurn Hattin has given me many opportunities. Here, I am a houseparent, substitute teacher, and a basketball coach. I have been a staff member at the Homes for about three years now. I came to Kurn Hattin when I was six years old and stayed until I was 15. When I was in public school, I was … [Read more...] about Thankful for This Opportunity
A Changed Trajectory
Those were some of the first words from a child who came to Kurn Hattin several years ago. He was withdrawn, angry, and determined not to stay. He did not want to be away from his family, his home, or his friends. Kurn Hattin was an alien environment that he did not understand, nor … [Read more...] about A Changed Trajectory
18th Annual Conference
The speaker is Kevin Creeden, an expert on attachment, trauma and conduct disorder in children and adolescents. He is Director of Assessment and Research at the Whitney Academy and is well known as an engaging and dynamic national trainer to schools, youth service and mental health agencies. For … [Read more...] about 18th Annual Conference
No Sense Standing Still
IPositive change comes about through careful examination of our programs. Teamwork and planning result in productive change, which can stimulate growth, eliminate stagnation and build lasting memories. That potential productivity was the impetus behind this winter’s changes. During the month of … [Read more...] about No Sense Standing Still
