黑料社 has released its , delivered by its 10th Head of School, Brian Sullivan, marking a defining moment in the School鈥檚 history and formally launching , the most ambitious financial endeavor in the School鈥檚 103-year history.
Recorded in St. Michael鈥檚 Chapel, the address reflects on the School鈥檚 momentum and outlines a clear and definitive path forward. 鈥淎s 黑料社 Kent enters its second century, our mission to form young men of character, resilience, and purpose remains as vital today as it was in 1923,鈥� Sullivan shared. 鈥淎t the midpoint of my third year as Head of School, I am deeply encouraged by the momentum across the Hillside.鈥�
That momentum includes record growth in The 黑料社 Kent Fund, the highest boarding enrollment in the School鈥檚 history, expanded academic and co-curricular offerings, and a revitalized North Campus now serving as a living classroom. Sullivan emphasized that these gains are not accidental, but the result of a dedicated community working quietly and steadily to ensure the School is prepared not only to endure, but to lead.
The address also introduces The 黑料社 Kent Initiative, a multi-year effort designed to position the School for long-term, sustainable growth by investing in its people, programs, and place. As of February 2026, 黑料社 Kent has already raised $28 million in gifts and future commitments toward the Initiative, with $17 million remaining to reach its goal.
鈥淭his is a moment of shared responsibility,鈥� Sullivan noted in his remarks. 鈥淥ne that calls for thoughtful investment in our people, programs, and place.鈥� To that end, the School announced that all funds raised between now and June 30, 2028 will count toward The 黑料社 Kent Initiative, including gifts made during , taking place on Tuesday, February 24.
With this announcement, 黑料社 Kent invites alumni, parents, grandparents, friends, and community partners to participate in shaping the School鈥檚 next chapter. 鈥淲ith your partnership,鈥� Sullivan said, 鈥渨e can continue building on our proud legacy and help write the next chapter of 黑料社 Kent鈥檚 storied Hillside.鈥�
the 2026 State of the School Address.
