Alumnae Weekend

Celebrating 125 years of Kent Place | Lighting the way

Alumnae Weekend, Friday, May 1 through Saturday, May 2, is a fun-filled weekend of activities and events for alumnae and their families celebrating the rich history and bright future of Kent Place School. Special reunion celebrations for classes ending in 0 and 5 will also be held.

Come early on Thursday, April 30 for a "Celebration of the Arts: Alumnae Arts Show," featuring works of art by KPS alumnae during this special evening showcasing alumnae performances.

Alumnae Weekend 2020 Information

List of 5 items.

  • Thursday, April 30, 2020

    6:00 p.m.
    Celebration of the Arts and Alumnae Art Show

  • Friday, May 1, 2020 Schedule

    1:00 p.m. 
    50th reunion pen-pal tea on campus 

    6:00 p.m.
    Dinner in Celebration of the 50th Reunion
    Classes through 1970 are invited
    Norwood House 

    Evening
    Reunion Parties at varying locations

    Evening
    Alumnae Board Welcome Reception for non-reunioning alumnae with special faculty guests of honor

  • Saturday, May 2, 2020 Schedule

    9:00 a.m.
    Registration Opens
    Tours by Green Key students 

    TBD
    Wellness Walking Tour with KPS Hall of Famer Tizzie Benthien 
    Take a loop around campus with Tizzie and take in the new and exciting additions to campus

    10:00-11:30 a.m.
    Alumnae Association Annual Meeting and Awards with a State of the School report from Head of School Dr. Jennifer Galambos 

    Noon-1:30 p.m. 
    Mini-classes with Master Teachers
    • Elaine Schwartz, Women in Economics
    • Dr. Evelyn Hanna, STEM/STEAM Demonstrations
    • Dr. Karen Rezach, Ethics
    • Rick Morey, Architecture Tour of Kent Place Campus
    • 100 Years of New Jersey Women Voting: A Look at Suffrage through the Lens of KPS History 
    1:00-2:00 p.m.
    Snack time: Food trucks at Graduation Lawn 

    2:00 p.m.
    Varsity Lacrosse Game and ALS challenge, Upper Field

    6:00 p.m.
    125th Gala Celebration 

  • Accommodations

    The Grand Summit Hotel
    (908) 273-3000
    For a special room rate at the Grand Summit Hotel, please call by 5:00 p.m. on April 5. Be sure to mention that you are visiting for your Kent Place Reunion. Prices are $139 for a single and $149 for a double.

    The DeBary Inn
    (908) 277-0005
    Please call for prices.

    The Madison Hotel
    (973) 285-1800

  • KPS Memorabilia

    During Reunion Weekend, don’t forget to visit the Archives in the Mabie House to see photos, yearbooks, uniforms and mascots from years past. If you have items to share or donate to Kent Place, please bring your memorabilia to Reunion or contact the Alumnae Office.

Reunion Committee

Reunion Committee members play an essential role, encouraging fellow classmates to participate in reunion by returning to campus and supporting their alma mater. If you are interested in serving on the Reunion Committee for your class, please contact the Alumnae Office at (908) 273-0900, ext. 335.

For More Information

For Alumnae Weekend details, please contact the Alumnae Office at (908) 273-0900, ext. 335. Registration materials will arrive by mail in mid-March. Online registration will also be available shortly.
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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