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.
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
David Greatorex Powell died peacefully in his sleep on January 28, 2025, in Far Hills, N.J. He was 91 and a long-time resident of Bernardsville and Far Hills, N.J. and Vero Beach, Fla. Born in 1933, in Princeton, N.J., David’s parents were Clare Davis Powell and Richard Chew Powell. After the early death of his … Read more
It is with both sadness and gratitude that we reflect on the incredible life and legacy of Marguerite “Maggie” Warner Bartlett, who passed away on January 24, 2025. Maggie’s decades of service to South Kent School and her dedication to our Hillside community have left an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to … Read more
February 11, 1952 – January 23, 2025 Laurence D. Morrow was born February 11, 1952 to Golden Morrow Sr. and Adell Morrow (Forthner). The first to attend college in his family, Laurence attained a scholarship to the prestigious Harvard University in Boston, before eventually attending Ohio State University. He ultimately attained a Master’s degree in … Read more
South Kent School is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative esports Team, combining cutting-edge technology with the principles of teamwork, strategy, and competitive spirit. Open to all students, regardless of experience, this program offers a unique opportunity to explore the growing world of competitive gaming while developing essential skills for the future. The … Read more
South Kent School presented Elissa Potts, owner of Kent’s beloved Fife N’Drum restaurant, with a framed watercolor by local artist Diane Meier and a certificate of gratitude and recognition from the School. The formal presentation, held at the Fife N’Drum, highlighted the restaurant’s decades-long partnership with the School and its vital role in fostering a … Read more
South Kent School mourns the loss of Robert “Bob” John MacLean, a devoted educator, leader, and advocate for young men’s education, who passed away peacefully at his home in Wilson, Wyoming, on December 14, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on February 18, 1937, in Coronado, California, Bob’s life was marked by an … Read more
Join Friends of South Kent – a new initiative dedicated to building strong, long-lasting relationships between South Kent School and the vibrant local community that surrounds us. Inspired by the success of our Parent Association, Friends of South Kent will be a dynamic network of local supporters—business owners, civic leaders, families, and neighbors—who share an … 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
