Before the 2023-2024 Kurn Hattin Homes’ academic year came to a close in June, students and staff were treated to a stellar performance by Ashuelot Concerts, a non-profit organization that offers schools the unique opportunity to bring music education and live classical music from some of the … [Read more...] about Ashuelot Concerts Brings Classical Music Across the River to Kurn Hattin Homes for Children
In the news...
Kurn Hattin Homes Exhibits Non-Traditional Artwork in the Keene ArtWalk
At 34 years and counting, the Keene ArtWalk is the city’s longest running community event. The annual exhibition, which features submissions from area artists and students, offers an opportunity for experienced and burgeoning creatives to share their artwork with a public audience. For the second … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes Exhibits Non-Traditional Artwork in the Keene ArtWalk
A Great Day at Kurn Hattin Homes!
On May 18, 2024, alumni, family, friends, and supporters from as far back as 1948 gathered on the Westminster campus to celebrate the annual Kurn Hattin Day and Alumni Meeting. Culminating a year of Dreaming Big, students presented a top-notch musical performance, including outstanding voice and … [Read more...] about A Great Day at Kurn Hattin Homes!
Music to their ears: Lisa Bianconi at Kurn Hattin Homes
Article written by Gordon Hayward, Brattleboro ReformerLisa (Patno) Bianconi was born in Rutland in 1963. In 1981 she graduated from high school there, having been deeply engaged in music, band choir, and debate and athletics. Four years later she earned a Bachelor’s degree in music education from … [Read more...] about Music to their ears: Lisa Bianconi at Kurn Hattin Homes
Kurn Hattin Homes Wraps up 2023-2024 Career Awareness Program with a Visit to Len-Tex Corporation
In May of 2023, when Don Lennon, Len-Tex Corporation Founder and President, invited Kurn Hattin Homes’ middle school students to visit his company in N. Walpole, little did he realize that the experience would launch a new program that would be interwoven with the Homes’ academic curriculum. That’s … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes Wraps up 2023-2024 Career Awareness Program with a Visit to Len-Tex Corporation
Spring Garden & Greenhouse Learning
In our greenhouse and in our garden, the Kurn Hattin Homes’ children are learning the importance of sustainability, the value of persistent work, and the sweet rewards of patience. … [Read more...] about Spring Garden & Greenhouse Learning
The Greater Falls Regional Chamber Honored Two Kurn Hattin Employees Who Create Magic in the Community
Terry AndrewsTerry wears many hats at Kurn Hattin Homes. She is the Homes’ Admissions and Family Outreach Assistant, and the School Office Manager. Those are a lot of hats and a lot to juggle—a truly amazing magic act.She is the air traffic controller in the school office. Everyone comes to her for … [Read more...] about The Greater Falls Regional Chamber Honored Two Kurn Hattin Employees Who Create Magic in the Community
Kurn Hattin Homes Career Awareness Program: Students Get a Taste of the Restaurant Business at Fireworks in Keene
Kurn Hattin Homes for Children is pleased to continue their new Career Awareness Program (CAP) with a visit to Fireworks Restaurant located on Main Street in downtown Keene. CAP is designed to introduce the Homes’ 8th graders to a diverse array of area businesses so that their experiences in real … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes Career Awareness Program: Students Get a Taste of the Restaurant Business at Fireworks in Keene