Grammy-nominated teacher's story gets national attention for children's charity WESTMINSTER, VT—Kurn Hattin Homes for Children, a charitable Vermont residential school for disadvantaged children, gained national media attention recently after its Music Director, Lisa Bianconi, was named a top-ten … [Read more...] about Grammy-nominated teacher’s story gets national attention for children’s charity
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Kurn Hattin Posts Middle School Basketball Season Schedule
Kurn Hattin Posts Middle School Basketball Season Schedule Westminster, VT – Kurn Hattin has posted the area middle schools’ basketball season schedule. The season is in full swing and the teams have been busy with practices and games. Please join us in cheering for all the teams. Game schedule for … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Posts Middle School Basketball Season Schedule
Faculty Profile: Kristie Lisai – Doing What Works for At-risk Kids
At its highest level, the purpose of teaching is not to teach—it is to inspire the desire for learning. Once a student's mind is set on fire, it will find a way to provide its own fuel. ~ Sydney J. Harris If we're lucky, we can think back and remember a teacher who really made an impact on us … [Read more...] about Faculty Profile: Kristie Lisai – Doing What Works for At-risk Kids
Making Spirits Bright – Happy Holidays from Kurn Hattin Homes for Children
Nothing but a child could wash those tears away, or guide a weary world into the light of day. And nothing but a child could help erase those lines, so once again we all can be children for a while. ~Lee Ann Womack A visit to Kurn Hattin Homes for Children this time of year is a chance to see … [Read more...] about Making Spirits Bright – Happy Holidays from Kurn Hattin Homes for Children
Welcome Back!
(sandbox): The Connection: Back to School Edition Welcome Back! All of us at Kurn Hattin, students and staff included, are very excited for the school year!It has finally begun and we look forward to a successful year ahead. The start of the school year is a busy one! … [Read more...] about Welcome Back!
Kurn Hattin Homes’ Bianconi makes it to top 10 for Grammy Music Educator Award
Kurn Hattin Homes' Bianconi makes it to top 10 for Grammy Music Educator Award WESTMINSTER, VT—Kurn Hattin Homes for Children's Music Director, Lisa Bianconi, got the thrill of a lifetime last week when she learned that she is one of only 10 finalists for the inaugural Grammy Music Educator award. … [Read more...] about Kurn Hattin Homes’ Bianconi makes it to top 10 for Grammy Music Educator Award
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Lisa Bio
Lisa Bianconi Director of Music Lisa Patno Bianconi is the Director of Music at Kurn Hattin Homes for Children, a charitable home and school for children whose families are experiencing a time of need. Lisa came to Kurn Hattin in 1985 and quickly knew she had found her calling. Over the years, Lisa … [Read more...] about Lisa Bio