Williston Northampton School has received its largest single donation in school history: a $10 million gift from Trustee Kevin Hoben ’65.

This transformational gift will have a lasting impact on the school, making possible the construction of a major new academic building that will serve future generations of faculty and students for years to come.

“Kevin’s legacy will help us boldly advance the school’s vision for teaching and learning,” said Head of School Robert Hill. “It also serves as a meaningful reminder of the many ways the collective support of alumni, parents, and friends continues to make a difference—today and tomorrow.”

Hoben, a 1965 graduate of Williston Academy and an All-American swimmer during his time here, is the Executive Chairman of Omega Flex, Inc. and has served on Williston’s Board of Trustees since 1998. He is the school’s longest-serving trustee and a co-chair of the successful Williston Builds comprehensive campaign completed in 2024.

“I am deeply grateful to Kevin for his incredible generosity and longstanding service to the school,” said Hill.

The new academic space is designed to serve the entire school community. The building will feature state-of-the-art, light-filled classrooms; meeting and collaboration spaces; and an expansive atrium for presentations, gatherings, and celebrations. We anticipate that construction will begin before the end of 2026 and conclude in spring 2028.

“We are still in the early stages of planning the project, so I encourage you to visit our Academic Building webpage for updates and additional information throughout the year,” Hill said of the building. “We look forward to sharing more as this exciting new chapter for Williston takes shape.”