Ideas That Inspire. Stories That Transform.
The Pathway Series is South Kent School’s bold new speaker platform—our very own TED-style stage—where compelling ideas meet lived experience. Designed to ignite curiosity and spark conversation, this series invites distinguished alumni, thought leaders, and visionary changemakers to share powerful personal stories and bold perspectives that inspire the next generation.
Each event in the series is crafted to connect students with real-world insight and authentic voices across disciplines—from global affairs to entrepreneurship, from science to service, from the arts to innovation. These conversations will challenge, empower, and elevate, showing our students the limitless paths that can begin right here on the Hillside.
A Living Legacy of Leadership
The Pathway Series is not a lecture, it’s a conversation. At South Kent we beleive in creating a space to explore what it means to lead, to learn, and to live with purpose. Through intimate dialogue, mentorship opportunities, and transformative storytelling, students are encouraged to see themselves in the trailblazers who’ve come before them—and envision who they can become.
As we launch this initiative, we welcome alumni, community partners, and global voices to join us in stewarding the future. Together, we’ll shape a culture of curiosity, excellence, and lifelong connection that defines the South Kent experience.
For more information on how to get involved or attend, please contact Lara Hanson Barrett: [email protected]
May Alumni Spotlight: Ben Eisendrath ’24 Video on Youtube Ben Eisendrath ’24, a standout student-athlete from South Kent School, has just completed his first year at Harvard University, successfully balancing the demands of rigorous academics with the evolving world of college basketball. Originally from Southern California, Ben made the bold decision to travel across the … Read more
May Student Spotlight: Luca Alderson ’25 Video on Youtube When Luca Alderson arrived on the Hillside from England, he was a promising hockey prospect. However, South Kent’s culture of discovery helped him find a new passion—golf. With relentless hard work, quiet leadership, and a fierce drive to improve, Luca quickly became South Kent’s top golfer … 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
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
The South Kent School Advancement Team is proud to announce the launch of the Career Pathways Program, a dynamic new initiative beginning in Fall 2025 that will equip students with the tools, mentorship, and real-world exposure needed to chart meaningful futures. A Purposeful Start: Design Thinking for the Trinity of Values The program kicks off … Read more
A New South Kent Program Supporting Boys to Learn Who They Are and Who They Want to Become South Kent School is proud to launch an exciting new initiative this year: Life Lab: Design Thinking for Future Pathways, a yearlong seminar that helps 5th and 6th Form boys explore their passions, reflect on their strengths, … Read more
Pathways Speaker Series: McFate & Service Beyond the Hillside In recognition of Presidents Day and all of the esteemed service members from South Kent, we are excited to welcome Dr. Sean McFate ’88 for a virtual Pathways talk about his time on the Hillside and his extraordinary career in the military and beyond. McFate’s journey … Read more
South Kent School is thrilled to announce the next installment in our Pathways Series, featuring an extraordinary alumnus, Professor Sukehiro Hasegawa ’62. This highly anticipated talk is a unique opportunity to hear from a global leader whose life’s work has been deeply influenced by his time on the Hillside. A Life of Global Impact Professor … Read more
Pathways: Jonathan Wilson ’84 – Crafting a New Instrument and Legacy South Kent School alumnus Jonathan Wilson ’84 has charted an extraordinary journey from the Hillside to the forefront of musical innovation. Renowned for inventing the GuitarViol, a modern hybrid of the guitar and viola da gamba, Jonathan’s work bridges centuries of musical tradition with … 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