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South Kent Students Code New Interactive Campus Map

Visitors to the South Kent School website now enjoy an easier time exploring campus—thanks to a group of innovative students in the Introduction to Computer Programming: HTML (T3 2025) class. Under the guidance of STEM Faculty member Mr. Timothy Smith, students spent the spring trimester building an interactive HTML-based campus map from the ground up. … Read more

South Kent Spirit on Full Display at Cardinal Olympics

While spring rain may have delayed the opening ceremonies, nothing could dampen the spirit of South Kent’s Second Annual Spring Cardinal Olympics. On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 20th, students gathered in Assembly Hall for a rundown of the day’s events and expectations—eager to embrace friendly competition and one last chance to make Hillside memories … Read more

South Kent Students’ Journey into 18th-Century France

Exploring the Roots of Revolution: A Student Journey into 18th-Century France Submitted by Francesca Romani, French Teacher at South Kent School Over the course of the school year, three French classes at South Kent School have brought history to life through a collaborative project on the French Revolution. The students explored the everyday lives of … Read more

South Kent Celebrates Academic Excellence

On a bright May morning in St. Michael’s Chapel, South Kent School gathered as a community to honor the academic achievements and future plans of its Sixth Form and postgraduate students during the annual Decision Day celebration. The annual event marked a meaningful milestone, recognizing both the individual accomplishments of each graduate and the collective … Read more

Professor Visits South Kent for Advanced STEM Lecture

On May 2, South Kent School welcomed guest lecturer Dr. Paweł Grzegrzółka, Assistant Teaching Professor and Calculus Coordinator at Syracuse University, for a special classroom session with students in the Calculus II course. Grzegrzółka led an in-depth, college-level exploration of power series expansions—a key topic in the study of advanced mathematics and a cornerstone of … Read more

Get Ready for Alumni Weekend 2025!

SEE RSVP’S & REGISTER NOW!  South Kent School is thrilled to welcome alumni back to the Hillside for a vibrant and memory-filled weekend, kicking off Thursday, June 5th with the School’s Annual Golf Outing, and Alumni Weekend starting Friday June 6th, and running through Sunday, June 8th, 2025. “Alumni Weekend on the Hillside is always … Read more

South Kent Students Go Behind-the-Scenes at ESPN

On a recent visit to ESPN Headquarters, South Kent School’s Advanced Media Group (AMG) students—Gerd, Zijie, Vignesh, and Patrick—were given an exciting, behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of sports broadcasting and media production. Led by Michelle Borsavage, Dean of STEM, the group explored ESPN’s storied past and high-tech present, gaining valuable insight into the … Read more

South Kent Hosts Local Experts on Land Preservation

On Friday, April 25, South Kent School welcomed students, faculty, and local guests to Bringhurst Auditorium for a special panel discussion, Watershed Moments: Balancing Nature with Local Land Preservation, Waterways, and Fire Safety in Changing Environments. The panel brought together environmental leaders to discuss the vital intersections of land preservation, watershed protection, and fire safety … Read more

South Kent Students Bring Easter Cheer

On Friday, April 25th, students at South Kent School gathered to dye more than eight dozen Easter eggs, adding a colorful and uplifting touch to a longstanding tradition of service. Once decorated, the eggs were delivered to the Church Street Eats Soup kitchen at Christ Church Cathedral in Hartford on Sunday, where they were distributed … Read more

North Campus Projects Usher in Spring at South Kent

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

Alumni Weekend June 6-8th and Annual Golf Outing June 5th
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