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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
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.
First Annual Hanna Academy Crab Feed
Hanna Center Auditorium, 17000 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476Join us for an unforgettable evening of crab-cracking, toe-tapping, and fund-raising. Enjoy a night of fun with friends and community while supporting our community partner Hanna Academy’s mission to educate, prepare, and empower students to succeed in school and life by developing their unique and individual talents and gifts.
All Stories
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
Alumni Success Story: Chandler’s Journey from Patient Care Tech to Future MD
I’ll always be a proud Hanna alum; I’m committed to staying involved and connected
with the community that helped shape my future and continues to positively impact my life.
~Chandler G., 2015 Graduate
Meet Darrell: A Hanna Academy Junior in the Spotlight
It’s undeniable – the camera loves Hanna Academy junior Darrell F., whether it’s a video or photo shoot, capturing events, programs, or day-to-day happenings at the Academy; somehow, Darrell usually finds himself well-documented.
Alumni Success Story: Bronson K.’s Journey from Student to Staff Member
Academy students in the residential program enjoy benefits beyond mere convenience. They have full access to extensive recreational facilities, including a gym, Olympic-sized pool, new rec hall, and playing fields. More importantly, they receive round-the-clock care from skilled staff members, ensuring a supportive environment for their personal and academic growth.
This immersive campus life fosters strong social bonds and a sense of community. Students forge lasting friendships through various activities, especially sports, and develop crucial life skills such as teamwork and leadership.
Meet Hanna Center’s Executive Chef, Jorma Walker
Jorma is one of the most well-known and high-profile individuals on campus because whether you’re a student, staff, or faculty member, most are probably visiting the on-site cafeteria at least once and up to three times on any given day.
Supporting Youth Towards Independence Jordan’s Story
Jordan is a 2021 Hanna graduate and a lifelong Sonoma resident. As a young child, he had an older cousin whom he looked up to. He attended Hanna and, after graduation, pursued higher education for a Nursing degree.