Teens Honored at Westport Arts Center

Harrison Burke, 16, of Westport and his mother, author Jane Green, were among guests tonight at the Westport Arts Center (WAC) as it celebrated Moffly Media’s “Teens to Watch.”  Harrison was among members of the U.S. Junior National Team who won a bronze medal Aug. 28 at the world rowing championships in Rotterdam, (See WestportNow Aug. 28, 2016) The teens were selected for their achievements and for breaking boundaries in academics, athletics, volunteering and the arts. The teens, their families, teachers and counselors had an opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments and to view the current WAC “MORE Than Words” exhibit, which examines bullying in a broad cultural context. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Leslie LaSala for WestportNow.com