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South Kent School is proud to congratulate 18U Prep goaltender Tomass Rutulis ’26 on his recent commitment to Princeton University. A standout on the ice and in the classroom, Rutulis has distinguished himself as one of the premier goaltenders at the prep level, earning the opportunity to continue his academic and athletic career at an … Read more
South Kent School, an independent boarding school for boys in grades 9–12 and postgraduates, today announced that it has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Advisory Board of the Edward E. Ford Foundation to support and expand its Cardinal Strong Program, a comprehensive initiative focused on emotional resilience, mental wellness, and healthy decision-making for … Read more
South Kent School students recently had the unique opportunity to step behind the camera and into the world of professional filmmaking, as our Photography & Digital Media class, along with members of the Advanced Media Group, participated in an immersive, hands-on course led by alumnus John Miller ’08. Now based in Houston, Texas, Miller returned … Read more
South Kent School is honored to be named as the “All-Boys Boarding & Day School of the Year” in the March 2026 issue of Education Insider. This distinguished recognition underscores our forward-thinking approach to education, our dedication to cultivating leadership and resilience, and the expansive opportunities we offer young men to grow academically, athletically, and … Read more
South Kent School is proud to recognize the academic achievements of our students who have earned a place on the Trimester 2 Honor Roll. Their dedication, curiosity, and commitment to excellence embody the values of the Hillside and set a strong example for our community! Each of these students has demonstrated consistent academic effort and … Read more
Food insecurity is not a distant crisis, it is a constant reality here in Connecticut, where nearly 1 in 7 residents struggles to access consistent, nutritious food, the highest rate in New England according to Feeding America. Demand at local food banks remains elevated, as federal support programs face significant reductions and grocery prices continue … Read more
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
South Kent School will honor its graduating hockey seniors on Saturday, February 28, with a full day of celebration recognizing student-athletes from both the AAA and Prep Hockey programs. Senior Day is a chance for the entire Hillside community, families, teammates, coaches, faculty, and fans, to celebrate the commitment, leadership, and impact these players have … Read more
March 26th, 1945 – February 14, 2026 Nicholas Adams Hill, 80, passed away on February 14th, 2026 in Roseland, New Jersey. A longtime resident of Washington, DC, he had moved to New Jersey six weeks prior to be closer to family. Nick married Silvia “Bibi” Freyre Hill, his wife of nearly 50 years, on June … Read more
On Sunday, February 15, 2026 South Kent School will proudly celebrate its graduating basketball seniors during our Annual Senior Day, an upcoming event honoring the dedication, leadership, and growth of the young men who have represented the School on the court and across the Hillside. Families, faculty, teammates, and friends are invited to join the … Read more