Kent Place Is 125 Years Young!

Over its long tradition, our beloved school magazine has undergone many iterations, changes large and small, and downright revamping. After listening to feedback from alumnae, we’re unveiling a brand-new look: a refreshed, institution-wide publication titled Kent Place.

The goal of this redesign is to ensure that the magazine is of interest to everyone in our community, with compelling stories about KPS — both on campus and off. “Keeping Pace” will remain a section within the magazine, with class notes, of course, and more in-depth alumnae stories.

The theme of our 125th celebratory year is “Lighting the Way,” and we’ve been shining a light on our alumnae. We celebrate their triumphs, take pride in their accomplishments, and marvel at the beacons they’ve become in industry, their communities, and beyond. Our features in this issue pay tribute to those who over the last 125 years have called Kent Place their educational home.

With 22 planned alumnae events around the country, we’re grateful to all who have helped plan this milestone and are delighted to see people come together for our various celebrations. You are members of the Kent Place community for life!

Although this edition of the magazine focuses extensively on the 125th and exploring our storied past, on campus we’re also concentrating on Kent Place’s future, in particular an increased commitment to ethics and leadership, cuttingedge STEM education, making a Kent Place education attainable for a wider socioeconomic group, and building the foundation for a successful athletics, performing arts, and endowment campaign.

At 125 years, your school is thriving! Our students affirm our dedication to the mission of Kent Place every day. I hope to welcome you back to campus on Saturday, May 2, for our 125th Gala Celebration — it promises to be a night to remember!

Dr. Jennifer C. Galambos Head of School