Students join and lead more than 50 committees, clubs, affinity groups, honor societies, publications, and ethics competitions. The major governing bodies are the six committees, wherein students play critical roles in school governance; plan spirit days as well as social and recreational events; and encourage community service, with more than 90 percent voluntary participation from the student body
Our students have a powerful voice in the daily life of the school.
Our Clubs and Organizations in Action
Girls Outdoors on their annual apple picking trip.
The Primary School Community Service club participates in many projects throughout the year.
Middle School Peer mediators visit the Lincoln Hubbard School.
The Black Cultural Association at their Annual Forum.
The Junior Robo Dragons is the Primary School robotics team that meets during lunch and after school.
Math Counts is a middle school math competition team.
The Primary School Eco-Team is for 4th and 5th grade students interested in the environment.
JSA (Junior State of America) in DC at the Winter Convention where they simulated Congress by writing, debating, and passing bills.
Model UN at the Philadelphia Convention.
The Middle School robotics team competes in the First Lego League.
The Middle School Ethics Bowl team was named the 2020 NJ champions.
The Upper School Community Service Trip working with Meeting Essential Needs with Dignity (MEND)
Kaleidoscopes is a Primary School affinity group for students who want to engage in multicultural conversations.
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