Welcome to South Kent School’s bustling student scene! Explore our Student Events section to discover fun activities happening on and around the Hillside. From exciting excursions to interesting speaker series, and campus competitions, there’s something for everyone. Join in and be part of our vibrant Hillside community!
For sports check out our team schedules: Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, Lacrosse, Cross Country, Mountain Biking, and Golf.
South Kent School has once again received an A+ rating from Niche, highlighting our continued commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and community engagement. Additionally, the School was recently named a “Must Watch Boarding School for 2024” by K12 Digest®, a recognition that underscores the School’s forward-thinking approach to education and its rich legacy. Brian … Read more
South Kent School Transforms North Campus into Hub for Culinary Education and Sustainable Agriculture South Kent School is proud to announce the ongoing transformation of its North Campus into a dynamic hub for hands-on learning in culinary arts and sustainable agriculture. The initiative, designed to deepen students’ understanding of food systems, sustainability, and climate solutions, … Read more
South Kent School is proud to announce that our student-athlete Rafael Cloutier ’25, a standout forward on the South Kent 18U Prep hockey team, has verbally committed to play NCAA Division I hockey at Clarkson University. Rafael, a native of Pointe-Fortune, Quebec, has had a remarkable 2024-25 season so far, with 40 points in 28 … Read more
South Kent School brought its festive energy to the annual Parade of Lights hosted by the Kent Volunteer Fire Department. This cherished event, held on Saturday, December 7th, draws hundreds of participants and visitors, transforming the heart of Kent into a dazzling showcase of holiday cheer. From imaginative floats to live caroling, the parade is … Read more
South Kent School proudly announces that Austin Michaud ’25, captain of our 18U PREP hockey team, has signed an agreement to play for the Danbury Hat Tricks during the 2025-26 season. This remarkable achievement reflects Austin’s hard work, leadership, and dedication both on and off the ice. Austin’s journey at South Kent has been exemplary. … Read more
SKSPA Pathway Series: Insights from South Kent’s Renowned Hockey Program South Kent School Parent Association (SKSPA) is proud to launch its new Pathway Series with an exciting Hockey Panel Discussion on Monday evening, December 9th. This panel will provide valuable insights into South Kent’s hockey legacy, updates on new NCAA hockey regulations, and guidance on … Read more
The 2024 South Kent School Mountain Biking team may have been small in number, but their impact was anything but. Competing against much larger squads from schools like Trinity-Pawling and Hotchkiss, our boys brought skill, determination, and heart to every race, often punching above their weight to make a lasting mark on the circuit. The … Read more
South Kent School is thrilled to welcome our new faculty and staff. Lara Hanson Barrett joins South Kent School as the interim Director of Communications in 2023 and was named Director of External Affairs in July 2024. Lara has a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Digital Media from Fordham University, where she … Read more
South Kent School is thrilled to announce that Badara Diakite ’25, our talented 6-foot-10 center, has committed to playing for the University of Iowa in the Big Ten Conference. Diakite made the announcement on Tuesday through an Instagram post, proudly wearing a Hawkeye jersey. He is the first verbal commit in Iowa’s 2025 recruiting class. … Read more
Just two months before the 2024-25 basketball season tips off, South Kent School, former NEPSAC champions, has appointed Craig Carter as the new Head Director of its basketball program. Carter, who served as assistant coach last season under the renowned Raphael Chillious, steps into the role with a commitment to carry forward the legacy Chillious … Read more