Kurn Hattin Homes for Children was presented with a $10,000 check from C&S Wholesale Grocers representatives in a special ceremony on campus on Wednesday, April 19. This grant was made in memory of John A. Hubbard, a lifelong supporter of Kurn Hattin Homes and its mission to transform the lives … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes Receives Special Donation from C&S Wholesale Grocers in Memory of John A. Hubbard
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Our Residential Staff are Community Rock Stars!
April 20, 2023 at the Greater Falls Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting, the winners of their Community Rock Star contest were announced and the awards were presented. Bob Anderson, aka Rock Star, was on hand to receive the award on behalf of the entire residential staff at Kurn Hattin … [Read more...] about Our Residential Staff are Community Rock Stars!
Three Kurn Hattin Homes’ Students Win Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest
Richard Campbell, State Commander from the Brattleboro VFW–Post 1034, presented awards to three Kurn Hattin Homes’ students who had submitted essays for the 2023 Patriot’s Pen Veteran Essay Contest. The theme was, "My Pledge to the Veterans." Tegan Kilburn, who won 1st Place and 2nd Place at the … [Read more...] about Three Kurn Hattin Homes’ Students Win Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest
KHH Children Enjoy Hunting for Colorful Eggs
The Kurn Hattin Homes' children enjoyed an Easter egg hunt on campus this past weekend. Scattered were colorful, plastic eggs filled with candy, Caught Being Good coupons (used to purchase goodies in the campus store), and small sums of cash. The child collecting the most eggs won a special prize of … [Read more...] about KHH Children Enjoy Hunting for Colorful Eggs
Circus Skills Abound at Kurn Hattin Homes
The Kurn Hattin Homes’ children, with Big Top Adventures founder, Troy Wunderle’s guidance and support from physical education instructor, Caleb Steever, really shined showcasing their circus skills. The Big Top Adventures week-long residency was part of KHH’s PBiS (Positive Behavior interventions … [Read more...] about Circus Skills Abound at Kurn Hattin Homes
Maple Sugaring at Kurn Hattin Homes
Maple sugaring is a long-standing tradition at Kurn Hattin Homes for Children. Getting started early in the morning and on weekends during the maple season, Farm Manager, Real Bazin, gets the sap boiling. He’s been doing this for 36 years. The equipment he uses is more than functional, but not as … [Read more...] about Maple Sugaring at Kurn Hattin Homes
Dr. Kristopher Bianconi and Dr. Alessandra Petrillo Bianconi Visit Kurn Hattin Homes
On March 6, Dr. Kristopher Bianconi from Newark Beth Israel Hospital in Newark, NJ and Dr. Alessandra Petrillo Bianconi from Stonybrook University Hospital in Stonybrook, NY visited Kurn Hattin Homes. They talked about perseverance, goal setting, healthy lifestyles, and kindness. They answered many … [Read more...] about Dr. Kristopher Bianconi and Dr. Alessandra Petrillo Bianconi Visit Kurn Hattin Homes
Kurn Hattin Homes’ Students Present Their Peace Museum
The KHH 6th-8th grade students presented their Peace Museum project on March 1. The theme was quite relevant as we moved from Black History Month into Women's History Month. Presented were some of the world's great peace-makers, civil rights pioneers, and others committed to non-violent resistance. … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes’ Students Present Their Peace Museum