As part of South Kent School’s centennial celebration, meet the new Cardinal Masterclass Series. Broadcast from the iconic Hillside and hosted by AMG | Advanced Media Group. This series offers a dynamic platform for alumni, members of the South Kent community, and distinguished guests to engage in thought-provoking conversations. Watch All on Youtube. Contact Lara Barrett at barrettl@southentschool.org for further details.
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
Pathways: A Life of Service – Peter Thompson ’67 Peter Thompson, South Kent Class of 1967, brings a lifetime of leadership, mentorship, and global service to the Hillside. From deployments in U.S. Navy ships and serving in Operation Desert Storm to advising top diplomatic and military leaders as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, Peter’s journey … Read more
May Alumni Spotlight: Ben Eisendrath ’24 Video on Youtube Ben Eisendrath ’24, a standout student-athlete from South Kent School, has just completed his first year at Harvard University, successfully balancing the demands of rigorous academics with the evolving world of college basketball. Originally from Southern California, Ben made the bold decision to travel across the … Read more
May Student Spotlight: Luca Alderson ’25 Video on Youtube When Luca Alderson arrived on the Hillside from England, he was a promising hockey prospect. However, South Kent’s culture of discovery helped him find a new passion—golf. With relentless hard work, quiet leadership, and a fierce drive to improve, Luca quickly became South Kent’s top golfer … 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
Pathways Speaker Series: McFate & Service Beyond the Hillside In recognition of Presidents Day and all of the esteemed service members from South Kent, we are excited to welcome Dr. Sean McFate ’88 for a virtual Pathways talk about his time on the Hillside and his extraordinary career in the military and beyond. McFate’s journey … Read more
South Kent School is thrilled to announce the next installment in our Pathways Series, featuring an extraordinary alumnus, Professor Sukehiro Hasegawa ’62. This highly anticipated talk is a unique opportunity to hear from a global leader whose life’s work has been deeply influenced by his time on the Hillside. A Life of Global Impact Professor … Read more
Pathways: Jonathan Wilson ’84 – Crafting a New Instrument and Legacy South Kent School alumnus Jonathan Wilson ’84 has charted an extraordinary journey from the Hillside to the forefront of musical innovation. Renowned for inventing the GuitarViol, a modern hybrid of the guitar and viola da gamba, Jonathan’s work bridges centuries of musical tradition with … Read more
SKSPA Pathway Series: Insights from South Kent’s Renowned Hockey Program South Kent School Parent Association (SKSPA) is proud to launch its new Pathway Series with an exciting Hockey Panel Discussion on Monday evening, December 9th. This panel will provide valuable insights into South Kent’s hockey legacy, updates on new NCAA hockey regulations, and guidance on … Read more
South Kent School “Pathway Series“ A Ted Talk like Series Sharing Journeys from Alumni and Esteemed Guests South Kent School is pleased to announce the launch of The Pathway Series alongside Masterclasses. Pathways is a dynamic program aimed at connecting our students with accomplished alumni, career experts, and notable figures across various fields. This series … Read more