Alumni

King School celebrates the outstanding achievements of its fall athletes, who have earned prestigious recognition in the 2024 Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) and New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) postseason awards. The awards include league and all-star team selections across multiple sports, showcasing the strength of King’s athletic programs. Congratulations to all honorees—you make the Viking community proud!

Additionally, annual alumni games were held over the Thanksgiving break, and winter sports are off and running. Read updates from the courts and ice as we look toward an exciting season.

Rylan Louis '28 is making a significant impact for the Vikings this season, excelling as a starting defensive back and versatile player. He has not allowed a single touchdown in coverage, recording five pass breakups and one interception, which he famously returned for a pick-six against Rye Country Day School, marking his first career touchdown. Rylan is emerging as a dynamic force on the field. Meanwhile, Viking alumni Jack O’Callghan ’23 and Will Fullerton ’24 are now competing for Denison University’s Big Red. Both are thriving in their collegiate sports, continuing the legacy of excellence from King School. Good luck to all these talented athletes!

In a vibrant celebration of school spirit, the King community gathered for Homecoming Weekend. From colorful costumes and cheering crowds to heartfelt reunions and athletic triumphs, the event was a testament to the enduring bonds forged throughout the school's history. As students, parents, faculty, and alumni came together, the spirit of camaraderie and tradition filled the air, creating lasting memories.

A recent visit to King’s newly renovated Simon House provided Grade 3 students with a tangible connection to their school's rich history and the various roles that contribute to its community. During the trip, students engaged in a lively scavenger hunt across the three-story building and met with former Head of School Sue Cesare and former teacher Cathy Mishkin, who shared important artifacts and stories from King’s past. The experience helped students understand the complexities of their community as they prepared to conduct interviews with members of the King community for their next lesson.

King School's 2024 Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 31, celebrated 103 graduates, acknowledging their resilience and growth through unique challenges, including a global pandemic. Head of School Carol Maoz and other speakers highlighted the students' adaptability, lifelong love of learning, and strong sense of purpose. Commencement speaker Emma Snover offered life lessons on navigating transitions, while Valedictorian Nicholas Butler and Senior Speaker Charlie Hill reflected on the supportive community and personal journeys at King. The ceremony, dedicated to the late Adam Boaz, underscored the graduates' readiness to thrive and make a positive impact beyond the school.

King School is thrilled to announce that the keynote speaker for this year's commencement ceremony will be health economist Dr. William Schpero KLHT'06, an assistant professor in the Division of Health Policy and Economics of the Department of Population Health Sciences at the Joan & Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Cornell University. In addition to teaching, Schpero studies Medicaid and co-founded the Medicaid Data Learning Network and the Medicaid Insights Colloquium. His work aims to identify policy levers to address racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities in health care.