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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
On a recent visit to ESPN Headquarters, South Kent School’s Advanced Media Group (AMG) students—Gerd, Zijie, Vignesh, and Patrick—were given an exciting, behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of sports broadcasting and media production. Led by Michelle Borsavage, Dean of STEM, the group explored ESPN’s storied past and high-tech present, gaining valuable insight into the … Read more
On Friday, April 25, South Kent School welcomed students, faculty, and local guests to Bringhurst Auditorium for a special panel discussion, Watershed Moments: Balancing Nature with Local Land Preservation, Waterways, and Fire Safety in Changing Environments. The panel brought together environmental leaders to discuss the vital intersections of land preservation, watershed protection, and fire safety … Read more
On Friday, April 25th, students at South Kent School gathered to dye more than eight dozen Easter eggs, adding a colorful and uplifting touch to a longstanding tradition of service. Once decorated, the eggs were delivered to the Church Street Eats Soup kitchen at Christ Church Cathedral in Hartford on Sunday, where they were distributed … Read more
By Richard Chavka, Director of North Campus Operations Despite the unpredictable spring weather in South Kent, where April temperatures average highs of 57°F and lows around 38°F—with plenty of rain in between—activity on North Campus is in full bloom. A dedicated afternoon crew of eight students has been hard at work advancing a number of … Read more
On Friday, April 11th, South Kent School students, faculty, and staff rolled up their sleeves and took to the roads, streams, trails, and campus grounds for our annual community-wide Cleanup Day. With Earth Day just around the corner, the Hillside community came together to honor the land we call home—and give back to the greater … Read more