Featured Stories shares compelling narratives and noteworthy accomplishments of South Kent School alumni. From career milestones to personal triumphs, each story offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of our esteemed alumni, highlighting their resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to making a difference. Join us as we celebrate the diverse paths and profound impact of South Kent alumni. Have a great story to share? Reach out to the Alumni Team.
South Kent School has always prided itself on nurturing future leaders in various fields, and one such standout is Tyler Hoadley, a 2015 SKS alum. In the April 2024 issue of Litchfield Magazine, Tyler and his wife Haley, were featured for their remarkable efforts in sustainable agriculture on the Hoadley Hills Farm. Tyler’s journey from … Read more
Prepare to witness the hockey prowess of two South Kent hockey alumni, Joel Farabee and Shane Pinto, as they gear up to represent Team USA at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships in Czechia this May. These dynamic forwards have been on fire this season, with Farabee shining for the Philadelphia Flyers and … Read more
Kathleen Lindenmayer: A Trailblazer Returns to South Kent for Episode 1 of South Kent School’s Masterclass Series South Kent School proudly announces Kathleen Lindenmayer, one of the first females to attend South Kent School, in our first Masterclass episode—a new series celebrating South Kent School’s 100-year history. Join Raphael Chillious and Kathleen Lindenmayer as they explore … Read more
Celebrating 100 Years of Innovation & Education On the bustling Hillside of South Kent, a new series emerges, poised to ignite minds and foster connections. As part of our Centennial Celebration, we proudly introduce South Kent School’s new Masterclass series. See Episode 1 Broadcast from the iconic Hillside and hosted by South Kent’s esteemed Chief … Read more
South Kent School has embarked on a groundbreaking partnership with the Kent News Good Times Dispatch (GTD), marking a significant step forward in local news coverage. This collaborative effort aims to enhance town news content while also providing South Kent students with invaluable professional experience in journalism and media. Under the partnership, South Kent School … Read more
By Raijon Dispensa ’24 & Tom Johnson Elmarko Jackson, South Kent’s first-ever McDonald’s All-American, continues to impress the basketball world at every stage of his career, showcasing his athleticism at the guard position and becoming a reliable leader at such a young age. Already an impact player at Kansas, Jackson’s success on the court is … Read more
James M. Garnett ‘74, and Treasurer of The South Kent School Corporation was a devoted son of South Kent, Jim arrived on the Hillside in the fall of 1970 and soon became a leader on and off the athletic fields and Cuyler Rink. Jim was captain of the Varsity Hockey Team and served as Senior Prefect … Read more
Congratulations to our 2023-2024 South Kent Hockey Seniors! 18U Hockey Senior Day is February 17th and AAA Hockey Senior day is March 2nd. Chase Hennessy #1- Lake Forest, IL Luc Schaefer #2- Hume, VA Drew Jenson #3- Skaneateles, NY Ben Robertson #4- Halifax, NS Jude Hunt #5- Toledo, OH Mason St. Onge #8- Stone Ridge, … Read more
Matthew Winkler, educational technology and English teacher at South Kent School is a newly published author on TED-Ed. Visit Winkler’s lesson, “What Makes a Hero?” Nominated by Arthur Brown, former English Department Head and Faculty Mentor at South Kent School, Winkler created a four-minute video based on his research of The Hero’s Journey, by Joseph Campbell, … Read more
In 2014, Take won first prize in one of the world’s most prestigious music competition: The Hastings International Piano Concerto in London. He chose to play in Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3, a piece that is considered one of the most technically challenging piano concertos ever written.