As part of South Kent School’s Alumni Pathways Series, Francis Coleman ’57 shared his remarkable life story spanning wartime Europe to the frontiers of space exploration. Born in England in 1939, Coleman experienced the upheaval of World War II firsthand. Following the war, his father served with MI6 in Germany tracking down hidden Nazis, leading … Read more
South Kent School’s Cross Country team celebrated Senior Day with an exciting home meet against Kent School, Wooster School, EF Academy, and Trinity Pawling, highlighted by a record-setting performance from senior Ryan Pignataro. With the Hillside community lining the course to cheer on the runners, Pignataro delivered an unforgettable race, finishing first overall in 18:52 … Read more
In 2006, Dorell Wright ’04 stood alongside Dwyane Wade and Shaquille O’Neal as a member of the Miami Heat’s NBA Championship team. Five years later, he led the NBA in three-pointers made. But before the championship rings, the NBA arenas, and a professional basketball career spanning more than 15 years, Wright was a postgraduate student … Read more
As the fall season winds down in early November, South Kent Soccer is taking time to reflect on the months of competition and growth that have shaped this year’s team. While every season brings its share of challenges and memorable moments, it also offers an opportunity to recognize the people who make the experience meaningful. … Read more
South Kent School is partnering with The Club at River Oaks to host the inaugural 2026 SKS Turkey Bowl, a 36-hole junior golf championship for boys under 18, on November 14–15, 2026. The two-day tournament offers junior golfers an opportunity to test their skills and compete against fellow U18 players. Tournament Details: Dates: November 14–15, … Read more
South Kent School’s Life Lab hosted the 2026 Young Alumni Panel, bringing current students together with recent graduates to hear firsthand about the college experience, career pathways, and the lasting impact of their time on the Hillside. The panel featured four South Kent alumni currently pursuing a range of academic and professional interests: Mano Idir … Read more
South Kent School Cross Country opened the 2026–2027 season with a competitive first meet against Kent School and Marvelwood School. South Kent defeated Marvelwood, 17–45, while falling to Kent, 20–43, in the low-score-wins competition. Senior Prefect Ryan Pignataro ’27 led the way for the Cardinals, finishing first overall. His performance reflected the work he put … Read more
South Kent is thrilled to welcome our new faculty and staff for the 2026-2027 school year! Dr. Melissa “Missy” Andrews joins South Kent School as a member of our Humanities faculty. Missy brings 12 years of experience teaching English at Bishop Hendricken High School in Warwick, Rhode Island—another all-boys school. During her time at Hendricken, … Read more
In his latest Education Insider article, “Headship by Design: Forming Boys, Building Institutions, and Leading with Purpose,” Head of School Brian Sullivan explores the intentional work of leading a school and the responsibility that comes with shaping an environment where young men can grow with purpose. At South Kent, leadership is not simply about setting … Read more
As he prepares to return to the Hillside as South Kent School’s 2026–2027 Co-Head Prefect, Tinyiko Makhubela ‘27 spent part of his summer interning at the Legal Innovation Summit 2026, where he gained firsthand exposure to the rapidly evolving intersection of emerging technologies and the legal profession. Working alongside lawyers, founders, and innovators, Tinyiko received … Read more