South Kent is thrilled to welcome our new faculty and staff for the 2026-2027 school year!
Dr. Melissa “Missy” Andrews joins South Kent School as a member of our Humanities faculty. Missy brings 12 years of experience teaching English at Bishop Hendricken High School in Warwick, Rhode Island—another all-boys school. During her time at Hendricken, Missy served as an English teacher, department chair, class advisor, and instructional coach, while also leading service-learning trips to Brownsville, Texas, and Peru and working as an SAT prep teacher.
Missy earned her bachelor’s degree from Canisius College and her master’s degree in Literacy Education from Providence College, where she also served as an adjunct professor supervising student teachers in the program. She earned her doctorate from the University of South Carolina in 2024. While completing her doctorate, Melissa received the Outstanding Research Award for the Curriculum Studies program.
Outside the classroom, Missy enjoys reading, cooking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. A former Division I athlete, she competed in artistic swimming at Canisius College, where her team became ECAC champions and earned a No. 3 national ranking. As she begins her first experience with boarding school life, Missy is especially excited to immerse herself in the SKS community and embrace the rhythm, relationships, and opportunities that come with living and learning on campus. Welcome, Missy!
Matthew Alexander joins South Kent School as a member of our Humanities faculty and faculty advisor for the Advanced Media Group, bringing more than two decades of experience in network news and television production.
Most recently, Matthew served as an Executive Producer at MSNBC (MSNOW), where he spent more than a decade in editorial and production roles. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Political Editor at Fox News and held editorial roles at News Corp and ABC News. He is a graduate of New York University, where he double-majored in History and English Literature.
Matthew lives in South Kent with his wife, Allison, their three children—Julian, Helena, and Tali—and his 91-year-old father, Jonathan, along with Marcel, their eight-year-old Dachshund. Outside of school, he enjoys podcasts, cooking, historical documentaries, and cheering on Manchester United. Matthew is looking forward to meeting students and embracing the curiosity, spontaneity, and new ideas they bring to the South Kent community. Welcome, Matthew!
Nicholas Silverson joins South Kent School as a member of our STEM faculty, while completing his Master of Science in Biology and Environmental Science at the University of Maryland. He previously worked as a Museum Specialist and Educator at the Smithsonian Institution, bringing a hands-on scientific background to courses including Chemistry, Advanced Biology, Environmental Science, and Advanced Environmental Science. He will also lead South Kent’s Outdoor Club.
Outside the classroom, Nick enjoys quilting and making his own clothes. He has two cats, Muppet and Dee Dee, and has traveled as far as the Arctic Circle. This year, he is especially excited to incorporate South Kent’s North Campus into the Environmental Science curriculum and bring students into the field for hands-on learning. Welcome, Nicholas!
Franklin Williams joins South Kent School as a member of our STEM faculty. Franklin is a graduate of Kenyon College, where he earned degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy. With experience in mathematical modeling research and sustainable agriculture, Franklin will teach Calculus, Advanced Calculus I and II, and Algebra 2, while also contributing to the Robotics Club, Math Center, and the North Campus agricultural program.
Outside the classroom, Franklin enjoys rock climbing, gardening, weight training, and cardio kickboxing. A graduate of Mercersburg Academy at age 16, he believes he may be the school’s youngest graduate to date! He also has a particular interest in phenomenology, the study of lived human experience. Arriving on the Hillside, Franklin is especially looking forward to rehabilitating the North Campus farm and creating opportunities for students to engage with sustainable agriculture firsthand. Welcome, Franklin!
Mark Schnoor joins South Kent School as a member of our STEM faculty. Before joining the Hillside, Mark was a Professor of Economics and Statistics at Kankakee Community College. He holds an M.A. in Economics and an M.B.A., both from Clemson University. At South Kent, Mark will teach Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Advanced Statistics, SUPA Economics, and SAT Prep, while also supporting students in the Math Center.
Mark lives with his wife, Sara, and their two daughters, Sophia and Madeline, along with the family’s bearded dragon, Onyx. Outside the classroom, he enjoys jogging, hiking, camping, baking, and spending time with his family. Mark is most looking forward to getting to know the SKS community and becoming part of life on the Hillside. Welcome, Mark!
Cailen Graham joins South Kent School as a member of our STEM faculty. As a recent graduate of Washington and Lee University, Cailen earned a degree in Mathematics. He will teach Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2, while also coaching basketball and supporting students in the Student Success Center.
Outside the classroom, Cailen enjoys playing video games and watching YouTube videos and movies. A surprising fact about him? He can sing-–“a little bit.” As a first-year educator, Cailen is excited to experience the classroom from a new perspective and looks forward to being a positive role model and mentor for our students. Welcome, Cailen!
Abigail Dost joins South Kent School as a member of our World Languages faculty, where she will teach Spanish 1–4. A graduate of Gordon College, Abigail brings a strong background in linguistics and TESOL, along with experience from St. Ann Academy. In addition to her classroom responsibilities, she will support students in the Student Success Center and lead the spring running club.
Abigail grew up in a big family and enjoys spending time with them whenever she can. In her free time, she loves writing and singing and enjoys traveling with her husband, Paul. A surprising fact about Abigail? She loved skateboarding as a kid! This year, Abigail is especially looking forward to building meaningful relationships with students and supporting them both inside and outside the classroom. Welcome, Abigail!
Tim Seaman, NASM CPT, joins South Kent School as a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, bringing a professional background rooted in health, fitness, and sports medicine. His experience includes working as a personal trainer, physical therapy aide, and Flexologist specializing in one-on-one assisted stretching. These roles deepened his understanding of anatomy and athlete care while inspiring his continued education and licensure as an Athletic Trainer.
A lifelong sports and outdoors enthusiast, Tim enjoys fishing on Candlewood Lake, playing golf and baseball, and competing in a summer industrial softball league. He is also a passionate Boston Red Sox fan and has visited an impressive 45 states. Tim is excited to work with South Kent’s motivated student-athletes while continuing to learn, grow, and build relationships as part of the Hillside community. Welcome, Tim!
Anna Jette, BSN, RN, NCSN, joins South Kent School’s Health Services team with more than two decades of nursing experience in neonatal intensive care, pediatric practice, and school health. After earning her BSN from the University of Connecticut, she began her career in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where she spent 10 years building a strong foundation in clinical practice and nursing education.
After returning to Connecticut, Anna continued her work in neonatal care before transitioning to pediatric practice and school nursing. She served in the Danbury Public School System and joined the Wooster School community in 2019, where she helped implement campus health initiatives. She is an American Red Cross Certified CPR Instructor and Nationally Certified School Nurse.
In her free time, she enjoys cooking, photography, skiing, car shows, and traveling with her husband. They live in New Milford with their Goldendoodle. Anna is excited to bring her experience and passion for student health and well-being to our Hillside community. Welcome, Anna!
Nicholas Kent joins South Kent School as an Assistant Hockey Coach, bringing experience as a former NCAA hockey player at both Mercyhurst University (NCAA Division I, Atlantic Hockey) and Hamilton College (NCAA Division III, NESCAC).
A Southern California native, Nick attended high school and a hockey academy in Canada before continuing his playing career at various levels of junior and collegiate hockey. This summer, he gained coaching experience through an internship with USA Hockey’s Western Regional High Performance Camp, and he is excited to begin his first full-time coaching role at South Kent.
Outside of hockey, he enjoys playing sports, especially golf, and traveling. He has visited nine countries and hopes to add many more to the list! Nick is also a proud brother to an NCAA Division I golfer and dog dad to his Cavapoo, Teddy. Nick looks forward to being part of the Hillside community and making a positive impact on our students as they work toward their goals. Welcome, Nick!
Erika Rothkegel joins South Kent School as the Senior Associate Director of Admissions & Director of International Recruitment, bringing more than 25 years of experience in enrollment management and international recruitment at independent boarding schools and mission-driven organizations. A relationship-driven and data-informed leader, Erika has helped grow enrollment, strengthen global recruitment pipelines, develop financial aid strategies, and lead high-performing teams. She is passionate about connecting students and families with communities where they can thrive.
In her free time, Erika enjoys photography, spending time near the water, and traveling. Erika has ridden an elephant in Chiang Mai, attended the 1996 Final Four, and once spent a night with her family in the ruins of Machu Picchu! Originally from Chile, Erika spent 10 years living in Guatemala and has a deep appreciation for travel and experiencing new cultures. She is excited to help expand South Kent’s global community while building meaningful relationships with students and families around the world. Welcome, Erika!