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Hanna Center Honors Legacy With Annual Scholarship Program For Alumni
Hanna Center comes alive yearly for Scholarship Day, a cherished 70-year tradition celebrating the Sisters of St. Francis Scholarship Program. Our dedicated staff, board members, and alumni unite for this inspiring event where Hanna graduates courageously share their aspirations and seek support for their higher education journeys.
Hanna Academy welcomes students to new residential program
Hanna Academy has enrolled five students from outside the Sonoma Valley area in its new residential program and has received approximately 22 referrals for additional students to participate in it.
Supporting Students in Their Back-to-School Transition
Hanna Academy’s Director of Special Education, Chrissy Brady, has an article published in the August issue of Sonoma Family Magazine. ‘Back-to-School’ tips for kids who may be struggling in school; how can adults help children who may have a hard time at school, get ready to go back to school?
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Events
Music & More
Hanna Center, 17000 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476Join us for three fun-filled days of music, creativity, and play at Music & More, a camp designed exclusively for 3rd-5th graders! Led by professional musician and educator Krishna Feeney, campers will explore choral singing, percussion, movement, jamming, and more, while developing foundational musical skills in a supportive environment.
Workshop: Grief During the Holidays
Hanna Center Conference Room, 17000 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476In partnership with the Sonoma Valley Interfaith Ministerial Association (SVIMA), the Community Mental Health Hub at Hanna now offers bereavement services to support the Sonoma Valley community.
LegoBotics: STEM Exploration
Hanna Recreation Center, 17000 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476Get ready to build, innovate, and explore with our Lego Robotics Winter Camp! Dive into the world of STEM as you design and program your own robotic creations. This hands-on camp is perfect for young engineers and tech enthusiasts, focusing on developing problem-solving skills, creativity, and teamwork.
Masterpiece Makers
Hanna Center Admissions Building, 17000 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476Ignite your creativity at our Visual Arts Winter Camp! Dive into a world of painting, drawing, craft/design, and sculpture as you explore various artistic techniques and media. Designed for young artists of all skill levels, this camp offers a vibrant mix of hands-on projects and imaginative exercises.
All Stories
Foster Youth Story: Finding Stability and a Path Forward
“It’s hard to describe how much the people at Hanna have done for me. I know that no matter where life takes me, I have people who believe in me.” – Chris, Hanna Residential Foster Youth
Finding My Way: How Hanna Center Changed My Life
Looking back on my life and how things could have turned out very differently, it’s hard to believe how far I’ve come. Today, I am a 29-year-old combat engineer and drill sergeant in the U.S. Army. My journey hasn’t been easy, but I owe much of my success to a place that gave me a second chance when I needed it most: Hanna Center.
~Tyler, Hanna Center Alumni Veteran
Alumni Success Story: From Troubled Youth to Aspiring Barber with a Vision
My time at Hanna felt like finding the brotherhood I’d always wanted.
~Victor P., 2022 Graduate
Alumni Success Story: Marcus’s Journey to Discover Passion and Purpose After Hanna
The chore structure there instilled a strong work ethic and independent living skills that I use daily. Simple things like cleaning, laundry, and cooking – Hanna taught me all that.
~Marcus M., 2021 Graduate
Alumni Success Story: Embracing Life Lessons and Giving Back
Hanna really set me up for life in ways I didn’t expect. They taught me to look out for others and be part of something bigger than myself.
~Jesus T. , 2016 Graduate
Alumni Success Story: Building a Barbershop and a Future with Resilience
Hanna didn’t just prepare me for a career; they prepared me for life.
~Christian W. , 2020 Graduate