Together We Soar Campaign

Kent School Advances Together We Soar Capital Campaign with $84,000 in Recent Gifts

Updated: January 5th, 2026

Kent School is pleased to announce significant momentum in its Together We Soar Capital Campaign, following recent new gifts totaling $84,000 that move the School
closer to its fundraising goal. These contributions reflect strong community support for Kent School’s vision for growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability.

The Together We Soar Capital Campaign is a comprehensive initiative designed to strengthen Kent School’s academic program and campus through three key priorities: the construction of a new Osprey Innovation Center, the renovation of the Middle School, and strategic investment in
Kent School’s endowment.

The planned Osprey Innovation Center will serve as a dynamic hub for hands-on learning, creativity, and collaboration, supporting programs in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and design. Renovations of the Middle School while enhancing learning environments tailored to the developmental needs of Middle School students. Investments in the endowment will ensure Kent School’s financial stability, helping to sustain academic excellence, attract and retain outstanding faculty, and provide access to a Kent School education for future generations.

“These recent gifts are a powerful affirmation of our mission and our direction,” said Nancy Mugele, Head of School. “Every contribution brings us closer to realizing facilities and resources that will benefit our students both now and well into the future.”

Kent School extends its gratitude to all donors who have supported the Together We Soar Capital Campaign. Their generosity plays a vital role in shaping a vibrant, forward-looking learning community. The Osprey Innovation Center is taking shape for its opening in September
2026.

Community members interested in learning more about the campaign or making a gift are encouraged to contact Tricia Mooney ‘83, Director of Development and Alumni Relations at [email protected] or call 410-778-4100.

Middle School Academic Wing – $500,000

While the exterior of the Middle School Academic Wing will remain as we know it, the interior will be transformed and expanded into bright, inviting spaces housing Language Arts, History, and Math classrooms and serve as a meeting space for the Student Government Association. The 1,600 square foot pad, poured in 2012 as a place-holder footprint for expansion, will serve as the foundation for new construction on the back of the existing Middle School. A gift of $500,000, payable over four years or on another schedule comfortable to the donor, will enable a donor to name the building.

Innovation Center – $250,000 RESERVED

The new Innovation Center in the Middle School will use the study of Environmental Science (Earth, Life and Physical Science all with the environmental lens), Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics to guide our students into taking thoughtful risks, engaging in experiential learning, solving complex problems, thinking critically, embracing collaboration, and working through the creative process.

2D Art Studio – $50,000

A large, bright space with state-of-the-art supplies, furniture and storage, the Art teaching classroom will support all visual arts including mixed media art and graphic arts.

3D Art Studio – $50,000 RESERVED

A collaborative space for interdisciplinary work, the 3D Art Studio will include a ceramics studio.

Math (2) – $50,000 RESERVED (2)

One Math classroom will be in the Academic Wing and one in the Center.

Middle School Commons – $35,000 RESERVED

A Commons area for all Middle School students will provide locker space for all students as well as gathering spaces for study or visiting with friends.

Science Lab – $100,000 RESERVED

The new Middle School Science Lab located in the Innovation Center will feature state-of-the- art equipment.

Humanities Classrooms (2) – $50,000

New Grade 5/6 Language Arts, Grade 7/8 Language Arts and History classrooms will be built as part of the new Academic Wing.

 Learning Strategist – $35,000 – RESERVED

The new space dedicated to our Orton-Gillingham-trained Learning Strategist will be adjacent to the Library and facilitate collaboration with the Director of Library Services.