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 and … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Music Director Awarded Vermont Music Educator of the Year Award—District VI
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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. Competitors in … [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 to … [Read more...] about The Rite Aid Foundation Designates New England Kurn Hattin Homes A KidCents Charity
Kurn Hattin Homes for Children Share Holiday Wishes
The children and staff at Kurn Hattin Homes wish each of you—our friends, supporters, volunteers, and families safe and happy holidays and new year. … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes for Children Share Holiday Wishes
Successful Women Have Grit
Sara Stine is Kurn Hattin Homes for Children’s therapeutic riding instructor, which affords her the perfect blend of her teaching experience and extensive background with horses. Sara’s teaching method begins with the children lying on yoga mats in what used to be the milk house of the old Kurn … [Read more...] about Successful Women Have Grit
An Exceptional Evening of Courage with Captain Richard Phillips at Kurn Hattin Homes for Children
Captain Richard Phillips, a Merchant Marine and the subject of an extraordinary international drama when he was captured by Somali pirates who attacked and boarded his ship, in April 2009, visited Kurn Hattin and its students on Tuesday, December 3rd , to talk about his life and career. Captain … [Read more...] about An Exceptional Evening of Courage with Captain Richard Phillips at Kurn Hattin Homes for Children
Kurn Hattin Lauded as a Vermont PBiS School of Merit
Every year the VTPBIS State Team acknowledges PBIS schools for their achievements. PBiS (Positive Behavioral interventions and Support) is a nationally recognized method of addressing behavior, conduct, and problem solving, where students, faculty, and staff work together to promote a positive, … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Lauded as a Vermont PBiS School of Merit
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