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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
Young Alumni Graduate Workshop Series: Preparing for Life Beyond South Kent As you prepare to take your next steps beyond the Hillside, the School is committed to ensuring a seamless transition for you into our South Kent alumni community. On Tuesday, April 22, South Kent will host the first Young Alumni Graduate Workshop Series, an … Read more
Pathways Speaker Series: Marge Smith & SKS 100 Year History & Cultural Ties South Kent School recently welcomed back Marge Smith— a school historian, former Director, and current Curator of the Kent Historical Society—for a captivating Pathways Series talk that bridged generations and continents. A lifelong member of the South Kent community, Marge reflected on … Read more
South Kent School is excited to host an upcoming panel discussion, Watershed Moments: Balancing Nature with local land preservation and waterways experts. The panel will also touch on effective fire safety measures in changing environments. This event will take place on Friday, April 25th afternoon during E Block (1:35pm-2:45pm) in Bringhurst Auditorium, offering students and … Read more
South Kent School Lacrosse is excited to announce its Spring Community Days, welcoming families, friends, and local supporters to join us for two thrilling lacrosse matchups: 📅 Wednesday, April 9 – South Kent vs. Gunn at 4:00 PM 📅 Saturday, May 3 – South Kent vs. Wooster at 4:00 PM As a proud and collaborative … Read more
This past Saturday at Stockdale Arena, South Kent School celebrated a memorable Senior Day, honoring our 18U AAA and 18U Prep hockey players as they prepared to take their next steps beyond the Hillside. Surrounded by family, friends, and teammates, these dedicated student-athletes were recognized for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to the program. … Read more
This past Sunday at Brown Gymnasium, South Kent School celebrated a special Senior Day for our Prep and Development Basketball teams, recognizing the 19 graduating players who have been instrumental in our program’s success. Senior Day is an annual tradition at South Kent, where we honor our seniors with their families, coaches, and teammates, celebrating … Read more
The Kent Art Association is set to host its 34th Annual Student Art Show on February 22, 2025, bringing together some of the most talented young artists from local schools. This highly anticipated event is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and the boundless imagination of the next generation . One of the standout pieces to … Read more
At South Kent School, learning a language is about more than just memorizing grammar rules and vocabulary—it’s about engaging with culture, history, sports, and real-world applications to create a dynamic and meaningful experience. The World Languages Program takes a fresh and innovative approach, empowering students to use language in ways that feel natural and relevant. … Read more