Alumnae Association

The Kent Place Alumnae Association, a network of graduates led by the Alumnae Board, encourages participation to strengthen the school through alumnae support and involvement. Membership in the Alumnae Association is open to all alumnae (graduates and non-graduates).

Alumnae Association Board

The Alumnae Association Board serves as a liaison between alumnae and the school. The Board is involved in many events and programs, including Family Fun Day, Senior-Alumnae Celebration, Young Alumnae Career Planning & Networking Events, reception prior to The STAR, Alumnae Awards, Alumnae Mentoring Program and, of course, Reunion. 

Alumnae Association Board 2019-2020
Rebecca Magrane Redpath ‘02, President
Katherine E. (O’Donnell) Lynch ’06, Vice President
TBD, Nominating Chair
Hallee (Branin) Dangler ’96, 125th Anniversary Liaison

Meghan Brophy Persutti ‘04
Betsy (Busch) Crosby ’66*
Hallee (Branin) Dangler ’96
Meyra J. Green ’64*
Amy (Todd) Klug ’98
Brooke Lessinger ‘05
Katherine E. (O’Donnell) Lynch ’06
Lizzy Miggins ’11
Beth Oliva ’97
Allison L. Oberlander ’08
Meena Patel ’88
Ashley M. Pinakiewicz ’00
Rebecca S. (Magrane) Redpath ’02
Jihan Quail ’00
Allison (Warshaw) Shearman ’03
Katherine (Tuttle) Shepperly ’79 P ’11*
Courtney A. (Reilly) Stafford ’00
Candace D. Wilson ’78

*Honorary Member

Board Meetings

2019-2020 Board Meetings
Tuesday, September 17, 2019 (KPS)
Tuesday, November 12, 2019 (NYC TBD) 
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 (KPS)
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 (NYC TBD)
Saturday, May 2, 2020 (KPS)
 
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