Key Dates

Kent Place shares an extensive events calendar 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.

2019-2020 Academic Calendar*

FALL SPORTS BEGIN 
Monday, August 12 - Varsity Preseason
Monday, August 19 - Junior Varsity Preseason

ORIENTATION DAY
Tuesday, September 3 - New students and parents as well as students and parents in Preschool, Kindergarten, and sixth- and ninth-grades. Details to follow by division.

SCHOOL OPENS 
Wednesday, September 4 - Half Day for K-6/Abbreviated day for Preschool/Full day for 7-12

ROSH HASHANAH 
Monday, September 30 - School Closed 

YOM KIPPUR
Wednesday, October 9 - School Closed

CONFERENCE DAY(S) 
Tuesday, October 15 - Half Day for PS Students 
Thursday, October 24 - Half Day for All Students 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
Friday, November 1 - School Closed for Students

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 
Wednesday, November 27 - School Closed 
Monday, December 2 - School Reopens 

WINTER BREAK DISMISSAL
Thursday, December 19 - Dismissal after holiday program (JPk)
Friday, December 20 - Dismissal after concert (Pre-K- Grade 5)/Noon dismissal for MS/US

WINTER BREAK
Monday, December 23 - School Closed
Tuesday, January 7 - School Reopens

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
Monday, January 6 - School Closed for Students

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY 
Monday, January 20 - School Closed (MLK Day of Service)

PRESIDENTS DAY 
Monday, February 17 - School Closed 

SPRING BREAK 
Monday, March 9 - School Closed 
Monday, March 23 - School Reopens

CONFERENCE DAY 
Tuesday, April 7 - Half Day for PS Students 

GOOD FRIDAY
Friday, April 10 - School Closed

MEMORIAL DAY 
Monday, May 25 - School Closed 

UPPER SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT 
Sunday, May 31

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS 
Monday, June 1 - Junior Pre-K 
Tuesday, June 2 - Pre-K
Thursday, June 4 - Half Day for Grades K-11

FIFTH-GRADE CELEBRATION 
Wednesday, June 3

EIGHTH-GRADE CELEBRATION
Friday, June 5

*Dates are subject to change. 

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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

  • REACH BEYOND WHAT YOU THINK YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH.

    You'll face plenty of challenges, but push through them. Brilliant women use their resources: their teachers, our studios and library and, of course, each other. If you're stuck, collaboration can almost always get you across the finish line. –Suzanne Carreno-Powers, Math Teacher and STEM Coordinator

  • 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