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South Kent School is proud to announce a special evening on the Hillside as we welcome back distinguished alumnus, comedian “Sarge” (or “Picky” a name given by George Bartlett) Steven Pickman, class of 1979. On the evening of September 23rd, Sarge will host a Masterclass live in the Brown Gym, sharing not only his unique … Read more
Prepare to witness the hockey prowess of two South Kent hockey alumni, Joel Farabee and Shane Pinto, as they gear up to represent Team USA at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships in Czechia this May. These dynamic forwards have been on fire this season, with Farabee shining for the Philadelphia Flyers and … Read more
Ep. 4 | 12 Year NBA Legend & SKS Alumnus: Dorell Wright ’04 Shares Career & Fatherhood Dorell Wright ’04 shares his experience of moving from Los Angeles to South Kent School and his transition from the Hillside to the NBA in Episode 4 of South Kent School’s Masterclass Series. South Kent School is proud … Read more
At South Kent School, our long standing traditions are crucial to maintaining a strong culture and enduring the school’s 100-year history. At the same time, as the world and educational landscape changes, new traditions must evolve. In 2022, in the wake of COVID, Fifth Form student Griffin Davis started a new tradition that further … Read more
This month marks the start of one of South Kent School’s most beloved traditions: the Cardinal and Black competitions. Rooted in school history and friendly rivalry, these competitions divide the entire community, including faculty and staff, into two teams—Team Cardinal and Team Black. What follows is a season of exciting events where camaraderie, athleticism, intellect, … Read more
Back to Main South Kent School Map South Kent School is home to what some might call a cycling haven offering renown mountain biking program, trails, and hiking trails across 650 acres of gorgeous landscape and completes in the HMBL. From winding paths through lush forests to scenic routes along historic rail trails, the cycling … Read more
South Kent School has embarked on a groundbreaking partnership with the Kent News Good Times Dispatch (GTD), marking a significant step forward in local news coverage. This collaborative effort aims to enhance town news content while also providing South Kent students with invaluable professional experience in journalism and media. Under the partnership, South Kent School … Read more
Congratulations to Connor Broderick for Winning the Town of Kent’s Park and Recreation Logo Design Competition! We are thrilled to announce that South Kent School student Connor Broderick has won the Town of Kent, Connecticut’s Park and Recreation Department logo design competition! In April 2024, the town launched a competition to find a fresh, new … Read more
During the final week of classes, students congregated together to accept various awards for their academic, athletic, and communal accomplishments from the school year, the Hillside’s 9 new senior prefects were elected. These students were selected because of their unwavering dedication to the tenets of South Kent, exhibiting strong leadership and being good samaritans. … Read more
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