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By Richard Chavka, Director of North Campus Operations Despite the unpredictable spring weather in South Kent, where April temperatures average highs of 57°F and lows around 38°F—with plenty of rain in between—activity on North Campus is in full bloom. A dedicated afternoon crew of eight students has been hard at work advancing a number of … Read more
On Friday, April 11th, South Kent School students, faculty, and staff rolled up their sleeves and took to the roads, streams, trails, and campus grounds for our annual community-wide Cleanup Day. With Earth Day just around the corner, the Hillside community came together to honor the land we call home—and give back to the greater … Read more
Young Alumni Graduate Workshop Series: Preparing for Life Beyond South Kent As you prepare to take your next steps beyond the Hillside, the School is committed to ensuring a seamless transition for you into our South Kent alumni community. On Tuesday, April 22, South Kent will host the first Young Alumni Graduate Workshop Series, an … Read more
This fall, South Kent School proudly kicks off its Career Pathways Panel series as a part of a Design Thinking, Life Lab Program. In September, South Kent will host a dynamic group focused on Technology Career Paths, welcoming industry leaders and South Kent alumni from Google, Cisco, and Salesforce to share their journeys and insights … Read more
Pathways Speaker Series: Marge Smith & SKS 100 Year History & Cultural Ties South Kent School recently welcomed back Marge Smith— a school historian, former Director, and current Curator of the Kent Historical Society—for a captivating Pathways Series talk that bridged generations and continents. A lifelong member of the South Kent community, Marge reflected on … Read more
South Kent School is excited to host an upcoming panel discussion, Watershed Moments: Balancing Nature with local land preservation and waterways experts. The panel will also touch on effective fire safety measures in changing environments. This event will take place on Friday, April 25th afternoon during E Block (1:35pm-2:45pm) in Bringhurst Auditorium, offering students and … Read more
A New South Kent Program Supporting Boys to Learn Who They Are and Who They Want to Become The South Kent School Advancement Team is proud to announce the launch of the Career Pathways Program, a dynamic new initiative beginning in Fall 2025 that will equip students with the tools, mentorship, and real-world exposure needed … Read more
South Kent School is proud to launch an exciting new initiative this year: Life Lab: Design Thinking for Future Pathways, a yearlong seminar that helps 5th and 6th Form boys explore their passions, reflect on their strengths, and begin charting their own unique path toward college, career, and personal fulfillment. This innovative program was designed … Read more
South Kent School is excited to welcome back Steven Quinones as the Chair of the South Kent School Parent Association (SKSPA) for the 2025–26 school year. A devoted member of the South Kent community, Steven is the father of post-graduate soccer standout Preston Quinones ‘26 and alumnus Alex Quinones ’19. Steven has long been a … Read more
South Kent School Lacrosse is excited to announce its Spring Community Days, welcoming families, friends, and local supporters to join us for two thrilling lacrosse matchups: 📅 Wednesday, April 9 – South Kent vs. Gunn at 4:00 PM 📅 Saturday, May 3 – South Kent vs. Wooster at 4:00 PM As a proud and collaborative … Read more