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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
Visitors to the South Kent School website now enjoy an easier time exploring campus—thanks to a group of innovative students in the Introduction to Computer Programming: HTML (T3 2025) class. Under the guidance of STEM Faculty member Mr. Timothy Smith, students spent the spring trimester building an interactive HTML-based campus map from the ground up. … Read more
While spring rain may have delayed the opening ceremonies, nothing could dampen the spirit of South Kent’s Second Annual Spring Cardinal Olympics. On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 20th, students gathered in Assembly Hall for a rundown of the day’s events and expectations—eager to embrace friendly competition and one last chance to make Hillside memories … 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
Exploring the Roots of Revolution: A Student Journey into 18th-Century France Submitted by Francesca Romani, French Teacher at South Kent School Over the course of the school year, three French classes at South Kent School have brought history to life through a collaborative project on the French Revolution. The students explored the everyday lives of … Read more
South Kent Soccer Alumni Game Returns for 2025 Alumni Weekend There’s a buzz on the Hillside — and it’s not just the usual spring energy. Over 25-30 alumni players are already talking, texting, and preparing to lace up for the return of the South Kent Alumni Soccer Game, coming back for Alumni Weekend 2025. With … Read more
On a bright May morning in St. Michael’s Chapel, South Kent School gathered as a community to honor the academic achievements and future plans of its Sixth Form and postgraduate students during the annual Decision Day celebration. The annual event marked a meaningful milestone, recognizing both the individual accomplishments of each graduate and the collective … Read more
On May 2, South Kent School welcomed guest lecturer Dr. Paweł Grzegrzółka, Assistant Teaching Professor and Calculus Coordinator at Syracuse University, for a special classroom session with students in the Calculus II course. Grzegrzółka led an in-depth, college-level exploration of power series expansions—a key topic in the study of advanced mathematics and a cornerstone of … Read more
SEE RSVP’S & REGISTER NOW! South Kent School is thrilled to welcome alumni back to the Hillside for a vibrant and memory-filled weekend, kicking off Thursday, June 5th with the School’s Annual Golf Outing, and Alumni Weekend starting Friday June 6th, and running through Sunday, June 8th, 2025. “Alumni Weekend on the Hillside is always … Read more