Welcome to the Notable Alumni section, where we shine a spotlight on the remarkable journeys and achievements of South Kent School graduates. From pioneering leaders in various fields to individuals making a meaningful impact in their communities, our alumni continue to inspire and embody the values instilled during their time on the Hillside. Join us as we explore the diverse stories and accomplishments of our esteemed graduates, showcasing the enduring legacy of excellence fostered at South Kent School.
Dorell Wright was a generational talent at the high school ranks, as he started his basketball journey in Los Angeles at Washington Preparatory School. Dorell then transferred to Leuzinger High School in Lawndale, CA, where his game began to take off and turn heads nationwide. This allowed him to play for a fifth year at … Read more
A titan in the realm of journalism, he etched his name in history through a career spanning over three decades. Known in the business as a “scrappy underdog”, his tenure as editor at three esteemed newspapers, including The New York Herald Tribune, witnessed a transformative era in journalism, catalyzing the emergence of the New … Read more
A seasoned veteran of Long Island’s waters, Walter has spent over nine decades navigating the waves with an unparalleled passion. At the age of 95, he continues to embrace the ocean as his sanctuary, finding solace and renewal amidst its endless expanse. In 2018, his remarkable journey was beautifully captured by Blaise Hayward in “The … Read more
As a Communications Technician Second Class, Peter never wavered in his devotion to duty and loyalty to the United States. His courageous stand during the capture of the U.S.S. PUEBLO on January 23, 1968, served to inspire his fellow prisoners and strengthen their will to resist. Peter was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, … Read more
Learn more about Shayne on Wikipedia. As a standout defenseman for South Kent Hockey, Shayne was selected as the 78th overall pick in the 2012 NHL Draft by the Philadelphia Flyers, thus beginning his professional hockey career in 2014. He finished with the Flyers as a runner-up in the 2015-16 NHL Rookie of the Year … Read more
Having studied English at South Kent, Columbia, and Cambridge, John went on to teach at the University of Iowa’s Writer’s Workshop, Harvard University, Brown University, Princeton University, the University of Cincinnati, and the University of Minnesota. His 77 Dream Songs won the 1965 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, and its sequel, His Toy, His Dream, His Rest, … Read more
Ambassador Oakley graduated from Princeton, then served as a naval intelligence officer before joining the Foreign Service. He rose through the ranks, eventually serving as ambassador to these countries. He came out of retirement to negotiate the release of the American pilot captured in the Black Hawk Down incident in Somalia in 1993.
Charles Clark Reid (August 12, 1937 – June 1, 2019)[1] was an American painter, illustrator, and teacher, notable for his watercolor style.[2] He won numerous national and international awards for both his watercolor and oil works, and also hosted many workshops in the US and abroad. He published numerous books and instructional DVDs and created a postage stamp and an iconic ad campaign with his watercolor … Read more
John was drawn to the Middle East and the Palestine problem as a graduate student and worked with service groups before a career with the CIA, residing in Lebanon, Pakistan, Jordan, and Indonesia before retiring in 2005. Since then he has focused volunteer e!orts on local issues and served as an o”cer of several area … Read more
Edward Herbert Beresford “Chip“ Monck (born March 5, 1939) is an American Tony Award nominated lighting designer, most famously serving as the master of ceremonies at the 1969 Woodstock Festival. With his free-spirited demeanor, Chip was the embodiment of counter-culture charisma and stage presence in the 60’s and 70’s. His name is etched in history after being drafted as … Read more