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.
Hillside Book Club Our Hillside Book Club continues to be a great success. It is an easy-going group that meets virtually during the year and discusses books that have a South Kent connection. Our last book was The Secret Life of the American Musical by Jack Viertel. Great stories were shared about The Playhouse thanks to Marge … Read more
Greetings from South Kent School Welcome to the “The Pigtail,” the Alumni E-Newsletter for South Kent School! In these pages, we reconnect, reminisce, celebrate and unite as members of the South Kent community. From heartfelt reflections on cherished memories to updates on the latest happenings at the school, “The Pigtail” serves as a beacon of … Read more
Clifford Leonard, Jr., 73, of Columbia, SC died on August 15, 2024 after a short illness. He was a graduate of Aiken Preparatory School in Aiken, SC, a 1969 graduate of South Kent School in South Kent, Connecticut and a 1973 graduate of Sewanee, University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. He pursued graduate studies … 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
Stephan Salisbury, 77, of Swarthmore, retired longtime senior cultural writer for The Inquirer, essayist, and author, died Saturday, July 20, 2024 of lung cancer at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Stephan Percy Salisbury was born March 20, 1947, in Mamaroneck, N.Y. He went to boarding school in Connecticut and earned a bachelor’s degree … Read more
Sean McFate, South Kent School class of ’88, has had a career unlike any other. He served as a paratrooper in the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, worked as a paramilitary contractor, and operated in the private intelligence sector. His experiences are wide-ranging, including dealings with African warlords, raising armies for U.S. interests, conducting strategic … Read more
Daniel Brunner, a South Kent School graduate from the class of 1991, served in the United States Navy from 1994 to 2003. Enlisting shortly after graduation, he rose to the rank of E-6, First Class Petty Officer. His early assignments included serving on the USS Stark (FFG-31) from 1994 to 1998 and the USS McInerney … Read more
The South Kent School Alumni Book Club, managed by Advancement lead Jennifer Haase, continues to provide a vibrant forum for literary discussion and alumni connection. The club’s most recent meeting, held on July 23rd, featured an engaging review of “The Secret Life of the American Musical: How Broadway Shows are Built” by Jack Viertel. This … Read more