In 1905, a group of young graduates along with John Paul and Alice Allgood Cooper, found themselves moved by the memory of a former teacher. That man, Joseph James Darlington, had taught them so much. Not only through lectures and books, but through his character, his insatiable desire for knowledge, and his concern for the greater good. These students came together, and from that desire to honor their teacher Darlington School was born.
Mr. Darlington's legacy of child-centered holistic education lives on in the approximately 750 students in grades pre-K to 12. Our school community builds character and connection through a representation of an average of 15 states and 20 countries worldwide.
To quote from the original charter, Darlington was organized and incorporated “not for pecuniary gain” but “for educational and literary purposes, in which may be taught all branches of learning.” Today, Darlington is so much more than a college-preparatory school. It's a place where curiosity can grow into wisdom. A place where empathy transforms into service. And where honesty galvanizes into honor.
Blogs
Senior Athletes Continuing Play in College
It has been quite a year for the Darlington Tigers athletics teams and I wanted to take a moment to recognize 21 of our graduating seniors who will be going forward to compete at the collegiate level in several sports.
Cammie Temple ('90), the mother of Camille ('20) and Gracie ('20), reflects on her daughters' end-of-senior-year experience and the special moments they had thanks to Darlington.
Manning, Burris named Optimist Club Students of the Year
Seniors Frank Manning and Abby Burris have been recognized as Students of the Year by the Noon Optimist Club of Rome. Manning was winner of the All-Around category, while Burris won for Community Involvement.
