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Rock Day is a cherished milestone for Kent students—a symbolic ascent marking the journey from their 5th to 6th form years. While today’s students make their climb to the Rock, we as alumni have our own Rock Day memories to treasure. Although we may not physically return to the Rock, our connection to this tradition remains strong, and together, future Kent students can enjoy it for generations to come. We invite you to reflect on your Rock Day, post your memories and photos, reminisce about your Rock Day at Kent, and join together in support of the School.
for the impact the school, staff and faculty has made
Douglas Teague (Alumni ’80)
a month ago
In memory of Mike Wyatt '80
Lance Slaughter (Alumni ’71)
a month ago
In honor of Jeffrey W. Slaughter ‘60
Jennifer El Sherif (Alumni ’89)
a month ago
Congratulations to the class of 2025
Vanessa Stanczak (Alumni ’99)
a month ago
In memory of Lauren Simpson
Mom, thanks for all of the opportunities you gave me!
Grace Gonzalez (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In honor of Rick Threadgill
Scott Perry (Alumni ’72)
a month ago
In honor of Theobald Gowan Scholarship Fund
Two great models of stellar character guided many of us in the right direction in life. Thank you Donnie G. and Cy!
Hervey Priddy (Alumni ’67)
a month ago
Thanks, Muffy!
Robert Sanford Jr (Alumni ’72)
a month ago
In honor of Bob Sanford '50
He loved Kent.
Marc and Bettina Cloutier (Alumni ’82)
a month ago
In honor of Classes of 1982 and 1969
We loved our years at Kent
Robin Bodell (Alumni ’71)
a month ago
In memory of Joseph James Bodell, Jr. '37 and Alexander Bradley Bodell '71
A family affair and an invaluable influence on who I am today.
Thomas Post (Alumni ’79)
a month ago
In honor of Robert N. Post '46
John Merson (Alumni ’62)
a month ago
In honor of Harold Osborn
Harold Osborn was a leader in our era, and he distinguished himself as a medical professional.
Meghan Codega (Alumni ’02)
a month ago
The amazing art department and my former coaches
Hunter Southworth (Alumni ’98)
a month ago
In honor of The Classes of 1998 & 2026
Newell M Grant (Alumni ’59)
a month ago
In memory of T. Dixon "Tote" Walker
Jiwon Hwang (Student ’26)
a month ago
Love kent! Kentpride!!! I hope this tradition continues for many years to come!
Michael Huffman (Alumni ’73)
a month ago
In memory of the Whupper
Jere Fletcher (Alumni ’70)
a month ago
Simplicity of Life, Directness of Purpose, Self-Reliance
Temperantia, Fiducia, Constantia
The school has been a new and changed place. Adelante.
John Rooney (Alumni ’73)
a month ago
In memory of teammates, Jimmy McCarthy, Kevin Gilbert, Steve Harris, Steve Christakos, Marc Charest, Carl Jackson, Larry Piatelli, Paul Stevenson, Charlie Kershaw, Clint Whisler, Garth Griffin.
Cynthia-May Gong (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In memory of Rick Threadgill
Paul Katz (Alumni ’80)
a month ago
Many happy memories of love and guidance
Anna Sanders (Alumni ’07)
a month ago
In honor of Father Voorhees
Julia Seelye (Alumni ’09)
a month ago
In honor of Theodore Seelye ‘69
Dan Richter (Alumni ’57)
a month ago
Help deserving students
Jonathan Moore (Alumni ’76)
2 months ago
My belief in its mission as reflected by the school motto.
Michael Ganchegui (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
I cannot believe it has been 30 years! Happy Rock Day, Class of 2026!!
Lindsay Wallace (Alumni ’15)
a month ago
In honor of Emelia Worth
Anonymous (Alumni ’94)
a month ago
Kent was a gift to me- the teachers, coaches & friends changed my life. Forever grateful
William Bangs (Alumni ’88)
a month ago
In memory of Don Gowan
Carrie Trabona (Bangs) (Alumni ’98)
a month ago
In memory of Mr. Gowan and Mr. Armstrong
The impact these two made on my life is immeasurable.
Andy Smith (Alumni ’94)
a month ago
In memory of Scott Driscoll ‘95
Elizabeth McKenzie (Alumni ’65)
a month ago
In honor of Class of 1965
Marty McClintock Sippel (Alumni ’66)
a month ago
In honor of the great class of 1966!
Kurt Kuehner (Alumni ’85)
a month ago
In honor of Mr. G
MARTHA Knowles (Alumni ’67)
a month ago
Thanks to Muffy Mallory
Annie Goranson (Alumni ’91)
a month ago
In honor of Mr. Wright
Brian Lewis (Alumni ’75)
a month ago
Kent gave me opportunities that I would not have had otherwise. Thank you. Brian
Alexander Tetreault (Alumni ’98)
a month ago
In memory of William H. Armstrong
Madoka Matsushita (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In honor of Rick Threadgill
Rick Threadgill
Rhonda Chan (Alumni ’18)
a month ago
Going to Kent was one of the best decisions I've ever made - I hope others get to experience it too!
Anonymous (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In honor of Ricky Threadgill
Elizabeth Brush (Alumni ’72)
a month ago
My experiance at Kent changed the trajectory of my life & has given me lifelong friendships AND memories...........GO KENT!!
Mark McWhinney (Alumni ’75)
a month ago
In honor of Rock Day and our 50th Reunion in June!
Michael Ganchegui (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In honor of the Class of 1995 celebrating our 30th, and in memory of the classmates we have lost. We remember you and hold you with us.
Gregory Carter (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In honor of Michael Wright and Don Gowan
Kristine Palmero (Alumni ’97)
a month ago
In honor of Ed Dunn
For teaching me how to write, introducing me to the Romantics, and making me feel as if failing a quiz once in a while was never, ever, a big deal.
Creel Brown (Alumni ’95)
a month ago
In honor of Rick Threadgill
Jane Piatelli
a month ago
In memory of Larry Piatelli ‘71
Laura Giudici (Alumni ’77)
a month ago
In memory of ANNE BROPHY CLASS 1976
Francois Anderson (Alumni ’08)
a month ago
Simplicity of life, directness of purpose, and self-reliance!
MARY MICHALIS (Alumni ’75)
a month ago
In memory of Dana Jones '75
Anonymous (Alumni ’75)
a month ago
Celebrating our 50th reunion
Clai Carr (Alumni ’64, No Selection)
2 months ago
Graduation Edition, June 11, 1964 (Page 2)
Maelstrom Swirls In Daring Night Escapade
The esprit d'corps of '64 was manifest in a dangerous project
designed to separate '65 and several galloons of royal blue and
orange paint (which by the way, are the same colors adopted by the
renewed N. Y. Mets).
Sunday night, the underground of the Norge (a notably manned dorm on an experimental basis) worked late into the night in an effort to secure the much coveted liquid which is designed to produce new from old in a single application.
The Maelstrom felt the old was in every way as good as the new and opposed any change. Such is the wisdom of the Maelstrom, whose efforts this evening parallel
escapades of earlier Kent classes. So leaders Leber, Valenta and Carr
commandeered a forced entry into Mr. Russ Parcells' grotto as Haskins and Jacobi
were keeping the night guard and others occupied with witty conversation
and other diversionary tactics. Being guerrillas of experience and having excellent equipment, the underground had no trouble entering; but the paint was no where to be found. So the raiders left in the same secrecy in which they had entered, much discouraged, but not yet undaunted.
Monday morning, The Maelstrom adapted a more subtle tact. Messrs. Chamberlain, Hazelton and Tilghman posed as Fifth Formers and simply asked for the maintenance crew for the paint. At this point newly announced Senior Prefect,
John Read of'65, inquired as to the whereabouts of his cherished paint. Mr. Parcells informed him that his classmates had already gotten it, but The Maelstrom corrected this misconception at Job Assembly . The chant of "Where's your paint fifth form?" rang throughout The Mattison Auditorium. It was announced that a treasure hunt of sorts had been arranged for the amusement and diversion of '65. So another day at Kent began on an unusual note as the seniors basked in their success while the juniors puttered about the campus in pursuit of their paint, which of course, found.