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AMG: 20 Years of Media Technology and Student Innovation
February 12th, 2024
In 2004, South Kent School launched the Advanced Media Group (AMG), a program which has been pioneering the fusion of new media and the world at South Kent. Twenty years later, AMG today is still a hub for students passionate about media production, capturing the vibrant life of the Hillside community.
Mountainside and South Kent School Forge Partnership to Enhance Holistic Wellness
February 12th, 2024
In a transformative collaboration aimed at nurturing holistic wellness within the educational community, Mountainside, a renowned health treatment center, has joined forces with South Kent School to offer new services that support the well-being of students, faculty, and families at South Kent School.
South Kent Nominates Brock Potter as First Cardinal of the Month Winner
February 12th, 2024
On February 1, South Kent nominated their first ever Cardinal of the Month, a new tradition shedding light on the students who demonstrate excellence athletically, academically, and in the community on the Hillside and beyond.
With Great Gifts Comes Great Responsibility, Feed the Need South Kent 2024
February 12th, 2024
At South Kent, we believe in cultivating thoughtful and engaged citizens who actively contribute to their communities. Through South Kent School Feeds the Need, our students are eager to make a tangible difference in the lives of others, embodying the spirit of service and compassion that defines our school community.
South Kent School Welcomes New 16U Assistant Coach William Vizzo
January 12th, 2024
South Kent School is thrilled to introduce Billy Vizzo as the latest addition to the coaching staff for the 16U team in its esteemed hockey program.
South Kent School Welcomes Director of Hockey and Head Coach Andrey Uryadov '04
December 18th, 2023
South Kent School is excited to announce South Kent Alumni Andrey Uryadov '04 as the new Director of Hockey of the school’s premier, nationally renowned hockey program.
Founders' Day Service and Remembrances of George H. Bartlett
September 21st, 2021
Online • Sunday, September 26, 9:00 A.M. (EST)
Posted in: GeneralThe College Board Recognizes Two South Kent School Students with Scholar Honors
September 14th, 2021
The College Board has recognized two South Kent School students with scholar honors based on the 2021 Advanced Placement (AP) testing that was held at the school and online.
Posted in: GeneralSKS PG Jordan Gainey Commits to USC Upstate Spartans
April 26th, 2021
South Kent School (SKS) is extremely excited to share that post graduate Jordan Gainey has made his college commitment to the University of South Carolina Upstate Spartans.
SKS Leads Earth Day Cleanup
April 22nd, 2021
Every year for Earth Day, our students head out to help clean up the local environment in conjunction with the Kent Conservation Commission. Led by School Chaplain Father Klots, the boys gathered outside the “Old Building” to coordinate before splitting up into groups to cover local roads from Kent, to the South Kent campus, to Gaylordsville. Students and faculty put in quite the effort to clean and improve and save our earth.
VOTE NOW: Four South Kent Alumni Nominated for Hobey Baker Award
February 2nd, 2021
Among those in the running for “college hockey’s most prestigious award” are South Kent hockey alumni Alex Limoges '16, Pennsylvania State University forward, Keith Petruzzelli '17, Quinnipiac University goalie and Detroit Redwings draft pick, Shane Pinto '18, University of North Dakota forward and Ottawa Senators draft pick, and Jacob Schmidt-Svejstrup '16, University of Maine Forward.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from SKS!
December 24th, 2020
In this season of light, reflection, and renewal, all of us here at SKS extend to you our wishes for a Merry Christmas and happy and healthy holidays.
SKS Reopening Plan
July 8th, 2020
South Kent School is excited to announce that we will welcome you back to campus starting Monday, August 24, 2020.
Posted in: GeneralPat Bonis Appointed as Strength and Conditioning Coach
June 11th, 2020
Patrick Bonis will step into a full-time role as strength and conditioning coach for the upcoming school year.
Announcing South Kent Selects Academy's New Head Coaches
May 28th, 2020
South Kent School is excited and proud to announce new 2020-2021 South Kent Selects Academy Head Coaches.
State of the School - St. Michael's Chapel - April 26, 2020
April 26th, 2020
Head of School Lawrence A. Smith '73's "State of the School” chapel talk.
Legacy Global Sports and South Kent School Joint Statement
April 22nd, 2020
Legacy Global Sports (LGS) and South Kent School (SKS) are issuing this joint statement to confirm that SKS will continue to operate the boys' Selects Academy hockey program, and that the Selects Academy program is not moving to another school.
South Kent School Bike-a-thon Supports World Bicycle Relief
February 12th, 2020
On February 15th, 2020, starting at 10am, South Kent School students held a 24-hour Bike-a-thon to raise awareness of, and funds for, World Bicycle Relief (www.worldbicyclerelief.org). This organization provides bicycles to support people in developing nations and disaster recovery.
Posted in: GeneralAlumni Soccer Game
January 15th, 2020
You're invited to attend & play in South Kent School's Alumni Soccer Game vs the current team
Posted in: GeneralTwo SKSA Students Head to Youth Olympics (Part One)
January 10th, 2020
USA Hockey has named fourth formers Vinny Borgesi (defenseman), and Arthur Smith (goalie), of South Kent Selects Academy’s U15 hockey team, to the 2020 U.S.A. Youth Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team.
Two SKSA Students Head to Youth Olympics (Part Two)
January 10th, 2020
USA Hockey has named fourth formers Arthur Smith (goalie), and Vinny Borgesi (defenseman), of South Kent Selects Academy’s U15 hockey team, to the 2020 U.S.A. Youth Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team.
Undefeated… Again!
December 16th, 2019
Undefeated: the Cardinals have done it again! By going undefeated through their season, for the third time since 2011, South Kent Prep Soccer has proven that they have what it takes to go toe to toe against the top teams in the country, and dominate. This 19-0 season represents the 4th National Championship, the 9th New England Championship and the 12th Western New England Regular Season Championship for the school.
Fourth Form Hands-On History
December 12th, 2019
What better way is there to learn about and understand history than to live it? The annual Galileo Trial at South Kent School has students reenact trials based on the Decree of 1616 forbidding Galileo from spreading his ideas supporting Copernican heliocentrism and the subsequent 1633 trial of Galileo by the Roman Inquisition.
Coach Jon Hutcheon Promoted to Director of Hockey Operations
December 6th, 2019
South Kent School is happy to announce that Jon Hutcheon has been promoted to Director of Hockey Operations! With his drive and dedication, both to South Kent School and to the hockey program, we are very excited to have Jon at the helm.
96 Years of SKS
September 26th, 2019
In honor of South Kent School’s founding on this day 96 years ago, Father Schell, the Headmaster of Kent School, joined us in St. Michael’s Chapel. Father Schell discussed the role of Reverend Frederick Herbert Sill, founder and former headmaster of Kent School, and two Kent alumni, Samuel Slater Bartlett and Richard M. Cuyler, in the founding of South Kent School. Of note to Father Schell was the importance in his own early years as a headmaster, of Reverend Sill’s “Letters to Sam”, a collection of words of advice from Sill to Bartlett as “Sam” navigated his early time as founder and headmaster of South Kent School.
South Kent School Kicks Off 96th Year
September 5th, 2019
South Kent School has opened for its 96th year with 165 students from 22 countries and 21 American states. Families were welcomed to the Hillside on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 for Registration Day.
Four Alumni Drafted to NHL
June 25th, 2019
Four South Kent Selects Academy alumni were recently picked in the 2019 National Hockey League (NHL) Draft. Shane Pinto ’18 was a 2nd round pick, selected 32nd overall by the Ottawa Senators. Zac Jones ’19 was drafted in the 3rd round, 68th pick, by the New York Rangers. Ethan Phillips ’19 was picked by the Detroit Red Wings in round 4 as the 97th pick. Dominic Basse ’19 was a round 6, 167th pick, to the Chicago Blackhawks.
Faculty Profile: Award-Winning Artist Cheryl Moore Creates a Space for Inspiration
May 14th, 2019
Cheryl Moore decided to enter the Kent Art Association juried show in the pastel category for the first time in about 10 years...and she won. This accomplishment is impressive in itself, but add in the fact that when she entered a decade ago she also earned the prize, and it is clear Mrs. Moore has a rare talent. Often introducing herself to parents and visitors in her witty manner, she says, “Hi, I’m Cheryl Moore, and I’m the art department.” This always garners a laugh, but it is simply true; Mrs. Moore has been the backbone of a dynamic, quietly transformational program here since she joined South Kent School in 2008.
U18 Hockey Wins Back-To-Back National Championships!
April 9th, 2019
They did it! Our U18 hockey team has won back-to-back USA Hockey National Championships with a 3-2 OT victory over North Jersey Avalanche in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The South Kent Selects Academy team, representing the Central Connecticut Youth Hockey Association (CCYHA), came out on top in the tournament among the 16 best Tier I Midget AAA Youth Hockey teams in the country.
U18s to Defend National Title, U15s Ready to Join Them
March 25th, 2019
We are proud to announce that our U15 and U18 Hockey teams, representing Central CT Selects (CCYHA), will take the national stage at the 2019 National Championships! The U18s are ready to defend their championship as they won Nationals last year in Philadelphia, and the U15s are prepared for a fresh chance at the title on their level.
Fourth Formers Bring History to Life in Galileo Trial
March 7th, 2019
Galileo Galilei was on trial once again at South Kent School on Wednesday, March 6th, and the entire Fourth Form participated in the project, embodying historical characters from 17th century Italy. The class was split into two consecutive trials, both with a modern courtroom twist. The first was based on the Decree of 1616 forbidding Galileo to spread his ideas supporting Copernican heliocentrism and the second modeled the subsequent 1633 trial of Galileo by the Roman Inquisition.
South Kent Selects Academy U18 Wins the USPHL Championship!
February 26th, 2019
The South Kent Selects Academy U18 team has won the USPHL Championship! After defeating the New Jersey Hitmen 3-1 on Sunday, February 24th, captain Jack Robilotti ’19 called it “a great weekend lot of great competition.” For a number of student-athletes on the team, this was the second year in a row earning this honor, as the U16s took home the title last year. “It was great to win another USPHL championship, back to-back ,” said captain Jack Robilotti '19, who is also a South Kent prefect.
Students Celebrate MLK Day With Self-Reflective Discussion
January 31st, 2019
This past week, the students and faculty at South Kent School worked together to plan a day to honor and celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his ideas on race, justice, and peaceful protesting.
VOTE NOW: Three South Kent Alumni Nominated for Hobey Baker Award
January 22nd, 2019
Among those in the running for “college hockey’s most prestigious award” are former South Kent hockey players Alex Limoges '16, Pennsylvania State University forward, Chase Priskie '14, Quinnipiac defenseman, team captain, and Washington Capitals draft pick, and Joe Snively ’14, Yale University forward.
Faculty Profile: Patty Garcia-Pedroso
January 14th, 2019
It’s been over 15 years since Patty Garcia-Pedroso first visited the Hillside at South Kent School. “Gonzo wanted to show me the school while we were in New York City for a shoe show,” she remembers of her trip with now-husband Gonzalo Garcia-Pedroso ’95. “He was working for his father and was very excited to take some time off and share his school with me.”
Posted in: GeneralFall Athletics Awards 2018
January 7th, 2019
The Fall Athletics Awards honor the top athletes on our Prep Soccer, Varsity Soccer, and Cross Country Teams.
This season's winners are:
Patrick Bonis Faculty Profile: The Adventure Of Teaching
December 3rd, 2018
Patrick Bonis joined South Kent in 2005 when the School needed a Spanish I teacher. “I had some experience with teaching and learning the language,” he notes. But like many teachers at South Kent, Mr. Bonis is a man of many talents. He now teaches Physical Science and is the “Call to Adventure” Affinity Group Coordinator.
Posted in: GeneralSKS Students Add Flavor to Kent Affordable Housing’s Night of 1000 Pies
November 13th, 2018
Students in our Sustainable Cooking class recently baked savory and sweet pies, and breads to donate to Kent Affordable Housing’s Night of 1000 Pies. Using as many ingredients sourced from our north campus farm as they could, including chickens and produce they raised themselves, students prepared chicken pot pies, apple pies, apple cranberry crumble pies, banana breads...
Posted in: GeneralSKS Leads "Thriller" Flash Mob in Kent
October 31st, 2018
The town of Kent welcomed the South Kent boys for another rendition of the classic Halloween "Thriller" dance on Halloween night on the field adjacent to Kent's own Heron Gallery. Thanks to almost two months of steady practice, they boys' performance did not dissapoint. As they have been for the past few years, the South Kent boys were the life (or death?) of the party.
Posted in: GeneralSouth Kent Teacher to Represent New England at National Environmental Conference
October 9th, 2018
On October 10th, South Kent School science teacher Emily Carreiro will head to the 47th annual North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) conference in Spokane, Washington. Carreiro is attending as the Interim President of the New England Environmental Education Alliance (NEEEA) and will represent the only New England private school in attendance.
Posted in: GeneralSouth Kent School Kicks Off 95th Year
September 6th, 2018
South Kent School has opened for its 95th year with 174 students from 21 countries and 24 American states. Families were welcomed to the Hillside on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 for Registration Day.
South Kent Selects Academy Finalizes Head Coaches
August 29th, 2018
South Kent, Conn.––South Kent Selects Academy has named two head coaches to complete its leadership team for the upcoming season. Jon Hutcheon, St. Louis Blues skills development coach and owner/lead instructor of High End Hockey, has accepted the position as head coach of the SKSA U15 team while Chris Uber has been promoted to head coach of the reigning USA Hockey Tier 1 National Champion SKSA U18 team.
Head of School Andy Vadnais to Step Down; Lawrence Smith '73 Named Interim Head
August 17th, 2018
After over 20 years of service, Head of School Andrew J. Vadnais will step down from South Kent effective August 27, 2018. He will take a yearlong sabbatical for the 2018-’19 academic year. Distinguished educator and SKS trustee Lawrence A. Smith ’73 will take the helm as Interim Head of School.
Farabee and Pettersen Selected in 2018 NHL Draft
July 1st, 2018
Two Selects Academy at South Kent School (SASKS) alumni were recently picked in the 2018 National Hockey League (NHL) Draft. Joel Farabee ’18 was selected 14th overall in the 1st round by the Philadelphia Flyers (where he will join fellow South Kent alumnus Shayne Gostisbehere ’11). Mathias Emilio Pettersen ’18 was drafted in the 6th round at 167th overall to the Calgary Flames. Both were ranked as NHL prospects earlier this year.
Rededication of St. Michael’s Chapel
April 5th, 2018
Please join us for a Service of Thanksgiving for and Rededication of St. Michael’s Chapel Tuesday, April 24, 2018, 6:00 P.M. The Rt. Rev. Ian T. Douglas, Episcopal Bishop of Connecticut, presiding. A celebratory dinner will follow the service. RSVP to the Develop...
Posted in: GeneralFourth Form Presents Galileo Trial for 19th Year
February 7th, 2018
The Fourth Form at South Kent School presented a lively mock trial on Friday, February 2, 2018, of Galileo Galilei, a polymath who was tried for heresy because of his heliocentric view of the solar system.
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