Community Life and Well-Being

At Kent Place School, our sense of community is rooted in the belief that every individual should feel seen, heard, and valued. We nurture an environment where each person’s story, perspective, and contribution help shape who we are together.

Guided by empathy and respect, we foster connections across differences, encourage open dialogue, and create spaces where all can thrive. Our commitment to belonging inspires us to build meaningful relationships, support one another’s growth, and ensure that everyone feels they truly have a place here.

BELONGING STATEMENT

At Kent Place School, inclusion and belonging are foundational principles that support well-being, excellence, and community. Committed to equity in practice and policy, we work to ensure that all members of our community experience belonging and develop one’s voice and respect for each other as well as the global society. We actively reject all forms of discrimination, intolerance, and bias; acknowledge multiple perspectives, seek reflective and respectful dialogue; and hold ourselves accountable for recognizing personal and collective responsibility to these principles.

PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES

Student Support

COMMUNITY LIFE AND WELL-BEING TASK FORCES

Our task forces champion and lead our BELONGING work across the Kent Place community. Kent Place School works at the Leadership, Board of Trustees, and Alumnae Association Board levels to advance our commitment to INCLUSIVITY at all levels of the school.

The school established task forces at the Board of Trustees and Alumnae Council levels, which consists of administrators, parents and alumnae. These groups focus on fostering a sense of belonging and connecting with the broader community to create strong networks of support and mentorship

Task Force, Committee, and DEIB Liaison Members

Community Life and Well-Being Task Force

Community Life and Well-Being Alum Council

UPPER SCHOOL Community Life Student Task Force

Upper School V.O.I.C.E. Committee

Middle School C.A.R.E. Student Education Committee

Community Life and Belonging Liaisons

Upcoming Community Life and Well-Being Events

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Jan 19 2026

Community Life & Well-Being MLK Jr. Day of Service - DEPG

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Dining Hall

Feb 11 2026

Community Life & Well-Being Black History Month Celebration - DEPG

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Great Room, Upper School

Feb 25 2026

Community Life & Well-Being Lunar New Year Celebration - DEPG

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Great Room, Upper School

Apr 29 2026

Community Life & Well-Being Arab American Heritage Month Celebration

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Great Room, Upper School

May 18 2026

Community Life & Well-Being Jewish Cultural Night - DEPG

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Great Room, Upper School

Meet the Team

Walidah Justice

Chief Community Life and Well-Being Officer

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Tyhisha Henry

Assistant Director of Community Life and Well-Being

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54%

Total percentage of students who identify as people of color
Primary SoC: 61%
Middle SoC: 58%
Upper SoC: 48%

34%

Total percentage of faculty and staff who identify as people of color
Faculty of Color: 32%
Staff of Color: 37%

75+

Number of different cities and towns in which our student live. They also come from nine counties.

74%

Percentage of our community who come from our top 12 towns: Summit, Short Hills, Chatham, Madison, Westfield, Maplewood, New Providence, Livingston, South Orange, Berkeley Heights, West Orange, and Basking Ridge.