Welcome, South Kent School Alumni News! Here we will share news from around the Cardinal Community, stories, and accomplishments of our fellow alumni. We are proud to celebrate 100 years of South Kent School news and legacies.that continue to shape our alma mater’s story and bring us together.
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
Henry H Hitch, 94, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones in Jacksonville, FL. Born in Tokyo, Japan, Harry was the beloved son of Joseph Delano Hitch Jr. and Katherine Dalton Hitch. He moved to the United States at the age of 5 with his family as they returned before … Read more
Peterborough, NH – Stephen Parker Fowle, 86, died on July 2, 2026, after a long journey with Parkinson’s Disease, with his wife of 62 years, Betsy, by his side. Steve was born to the late William Cowper Fowle and Antoinette Treadway Fowle on February 13, 1940, in Pittsfield, MA. He grew up on the campus … Read more
On June 16, 2026, Christopher Merola entered St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT where he later succumbed to his unexpected illness at the age of 67. Chris was born in Brooklyn New York Dec. 29, 1958, to Vincent Merola and Honor Boyd. Vincent was owner of Merrill Sharpe LTD, a successful clothing manufacturer. Chris’ grandfather … Read more
Paul L. Abbott, 86, a longtime resident of Kent, CT, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Paul was an educator who played many different roles at his beloved South Kent School in South Kent, CT. He retired in 2014 after 49 years of dedicated service. Born on September 26, … Read more
South Kent School proudly congratulates Chris Birden Jr. ’26 on his commitment to the University of Miami. A dominant presence on the court, Chris has established himself as one of the top power forwards in prep basketball, earning the opportunity to continue his career at the Division I level. Arriving on the Hillside from Louisiana, … Read more
South Kent School is proud to congratulate 18U Prep goaltender Tomass Rutulis ’26 on his recent commitment to Princeton University. A standout on the ice and in the classroom, Rutulis has distinguished himself as one of the premier goaltenders at the prep level, earning the opportunity to continue his academic and athletic career at an … Read more
South Kent School students recently had the unique opportunity to step behind the camera and into the world of professional filmmaking, as our Photography & Digital Media class, along with members of the Advanced Media Group, participated in an immersive, hands-on course led by alumnus John Miller ’08. Now based in Houston, Texas, Miller returned … Read more
From South Kent to the Olympic Stage: Gianluca Vallini ’11 Pathways are rarely straight lines. Few understand that better than Gianluca Vallini ’11, whose journey from South Kent School to representing Italy at the 2026 Winter Olympics is a story of resilience, adaptability, and belief in the long game. See his interview on our Pathways … Read more
