On May 22, students and teachers gathered at the grand hall of Kent School to celebrate the conclusion of the semester. With Principal Rob taking the stage, the youth event officially commenced. The principal not only recognized the hard work of the students throughout the term but also delivered a powerful message, transforming the vibrant energy for a final push. His encouraging words resonated like a morning bell, infusing the ceremony with an uplifting spirit of ambition from its very outset.
Student Katya performed the classic French song “La Vie En Rose” with clarity and emotion, allowing her genuine feelings to flow naturally through each note, which earned her enthusiastic applause from both teachers and students.
The media arts course led by Teacher Sue showcased creative projects from student teams during this celebration. Each group presented various video game projects centered around the theme of “Kent Campus,” featuring designs that ranged from styles reminiscent of “Minecraft” to intricate 2D hand-drawn visuals. This demonstrated an organic fusion of programming techniques and artistic design. Helga creatively introduced “King of Kent,” depicting everyday scenes on campus through gamification—such as scenarios from Raj’s math class—which won rounds of applause and laughter due to her clever concepts and vivid details.
Teacher Heather organized an interactive game that ignited excitement of the celebration. Activities such as Mummy Wraps, Cup Stacking Challenges, and Dice Stacking Competitions combined strategy with enjoyment while emphasizing both teamwork and individual skills. Teachers and students experienced unique joys in alternating moments filled with tension and triumph amidst laughter stemming from competition and collaboration.
The “Laugh Out Loud Awards” session, specially designed by Teacher Heather, emerged as a memorable highlight of this celebration. Principal Rob, Teacher Sue, and Jessica formed an award-giving team, humorously recounting the shining moments at Kent School. Each award resonated perfectly with the audience, inciting continuous laughter and applause throughout the celebration.
During the intense rhythm of final examinations, the May celebration provided a creative and stress-relieving feast for the Kent community. The French classic comforted souls; pixel games ignited imaginations; the Mummy challenge stirred waves of laughter; and the hilarious awards ceremony captured peak moments of campus life. This event, blending artistic expression with teamwork, allowed faculty and students to relieve stress while gathering energy amidst academic pressures. It infused the campus with a vibrant spirit of growth and positivity. May this joyful memory become a guiding light in their final journey at Kent School, illuminating each individual’s brilliant moments.
