Key Dates

Kent Place shares an extensive events calendar for our day school with our current families through its password-protected site, MyKPS. We are happy to share some key dates and upcoming events open to the public on this page. For more information about the Kent Place calendar, please contact Jeneane Willyard at (908) 273-0900, ext. 331.

2020–2021 Academic Calendar*

ORIENTATION DAY
Tuesday, September 8 - New students as well as students in Preschool, Kindergarten, and sixth- and ninth-grades. New students in tenth grade only. Details to follow by division.

SCHOOL OPENS 
Wednesday, September 9 - Half Day for K–5/Abbreviated day for Preschool/Full day for 6–12

YOM KIPPUR
Monday, September 28 - School Closed

FALL BREAK
Monday, October 12 - School Closed

CONFERENCE DAY(S) 
Wednesday, October 14 - Half Day for PS Students 
Thursday, October 29 - Half Day for All Students 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
Monday, November 2 - School Closed for Students

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 
Wednesday, November 25 - School Closed 
Monday, November 30 - School Reopens 

WINTER BREAK DISMISSAL
Thursday, December 17 - Dismissal after holiday program (JPK)
Friday, December 18 - Dismissal after concert (Pre-K- Grade 5)/Noon dismissal for MS/US

WINTER BREAK
Monday, December 21 - School Closed
Tuesday, January 5 - School Reopens

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
Monday, January 4 - School Closed for Students

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY 
Monday, January 18 - School Closed (MLK Day of Service)

PRESIDENTS DAY 
Monday, February 15 - School Closed 

SPRING BREAK 
Monday, March 8 - School Closed 
Monday, March 22 - School Reopens

GOOD FRIDAY
Friday, April 2 - School Closed

CONFERENCE DAY
Wednesday, April 7 - Half Day for PS and MS Students

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
Monday, April 12 - School Closed for Students

MEMORIAL DAY 
Monday, May 31 - School Closed 

UPPER SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT 
Sunday, June 6

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS 
Monday, June 7 - Junior Pre-K 
Tuesday, June 8 - Pre-K
Thursday, June 10 - Half Day for Grades K–11

FIFTH-GRADE CELEBRATION 
Wednesday, June 9

EIGHTH-GRADE CELEBRATION
Friday, June 11

*Dates are subject to change. 

Kent Place is an all-girls day school in Summit, NJ.

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42 Norwood Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901   |   (908) 273-0900
Kent Place School is an all-girls K through 12 independent college preparatory day school with a coeducational Preschool, located in Summit, NJ.

  • TEST WHAT'S "EXPECTED."

    That's our mantra in robotics. Try crazy things, be free with your ideas, and see what happens. If you're going to build the future, you'll need to be a pioneer. –Emma, seventh grade

  • LEAN INTO DIFFICULTY.

    When it comes to academics, it pays to challenge yourself. I'm in the Bioethics Symposium, presenting research on the ethics of genetically-enhanced intelligence. At times it's daunting—research, deadlines, time management—but it's also a whole new way of thinking. Very independent and "you-driven." –Isabella, sophomore

  • OWN YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE

    It's one of the "conversation norms" we have at Kent Place, and it's always resonated with me. Everyone has a different and equally valid perspective to bring to the table—so put yourself out there. –Mary, senior

  • DON’T THINK YOU’RE GOING TO GET A LABEL.

    There are no jocks here at Kent Place, no science geeks, no theater nerds. Last month a varsity athlete went to sing at the Vatican. Everyone here has some unique quality — and they’re amazing at what they do. –Claire, senior

  • MATH COMES FROM YOU

    When you've computed something for yourself, the story is different. The girls here feel like the math is coming from them, rather than from a textbook. You won't hear a Kent Place girl ask, "What answer are they looking for?" The girls are looking for their own answers, and they're on their own path. –Dr. Ralph Pantozzi, Mathematics Department Chair

  • GET READY FOR RIGOROUS WORK.

    And multiple extracurricular activities. Busy days, and a few late nights. But through it all, don’t lose your sense of fun. –Alessandra, junior

  • MAKE CONNECTIONS.

    KPS alumnae are amazing. I met one alumna after a math and science panel who works in retail architecture. That made me think about a cool way to combine two of my interests — math and fashion. –Amber, junior

  • YOUR TIME AT KPS IS GOING TO OPEN UP OPTIONS YOU HADN'T EVEN THOUGHT ABOUT.

    And when it's time to choose, you're going to know yourself so well, you'll pick the college that's the best fit for you—academically, socially, personally. So don't get tunnel vision. This is your process. Just know that you'll be ready! –Jennifer Simpson, Director of College Advising

  • SOLVING PROBLEMS IS A JOURNEY, ENJOY THE RIDE!

    In the Middle School we do a Science Expo—either two or four people work on a science project for a couple of months and then present it to the entire class. We go into some in-depth projects and it’s incredible what we learn along the way, and how willing our teachers are to help us through the tough parts. –Toni Ann, eighth grade

  • SPEAK YOUR MIND.

    Every girl here learns from an early age how to speak up and speak to adults. You never feel silly raising your hand, and you’re given lots of opportunities to speak publicly. I’m never shy about saying what’s on my mind. –Vittoria, fourth grade

  • ETHICS WILL CHANGE YOUR ENTIRE OUTLOOK.

    Right away, we tackled questions of "right versus right." We're learning to look at every issue from both sides, which helps with everything from homework to friendships. –Elizabeth, eighth grade