Calling all Juniors and Seniors!
Tickets for Prom 2025: An Evening in an Enchanted Garden are on sale now!
If you plan to bring a guest who does not attend Darlington, please see Mrs. Cornwell to pick up a Non-Darlington Guest Permission Form. Forms must be returned to her no later than Tuesday, April 8.
Visit Prom 2025 Ticket Sales to purchase your tickets.
For questions, contact Mrs. Inman at tinman@darlingtonschool.org.
We hope that you and your family will join us at Light the Lake, Darlington's special night to honor and remember the lives of those affected by cancer from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 4.
After an evening of activities, student performances, food, and more, the night will culminate in an Honor Walk around the lake, which will be lined with beautiful luminaries decorated by students. A bagpiper will lead the Honor Walk as a member of the Darlington community reads the names of honorees who have fought or are fighting cancer aloud. If you would like to submit a loved one to be recognized, please fill out this Google form or email the name of your loved one to Jordan West at jwest@darlingtonschool.org.
Award-winning author Carmen Deedy is coming to visit grades Pre-K-5 on Tuesday, April 1. Known for her capitvating storytelling and engaging style, Carmen will inspire students with her tales and share insights to the writing process. This exciting visit promises to spark creativity and foster a love of reading among our young learners.
Please join us on Wednesday, April 2 at noon for the 3-5 Spring Concert. This concert will feature performances from all music classes in 3rd, 4th and 5th grades including 3rd Grade General Music, 4th Grade Band and Strings, 5th Grade Band and Strings, and 4th and 5th Grade Chorus.
Artwork from these three grade levels will also be on display in and around the Ledbetter Commons and we hope you will take time to view these special pieces on display.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, April 2!
The Education Records Bureau’s Writing Assessment (WrAP) will be given in the fourth, sixth, and eighth grades on Monday, April 7, and Tuesday, April 8. Testing will begin both days at the start of school and last for one full hour. Please avoid planned absences on the test days.
For students aged 15 and older who are interested in lifeguard certification, please refer to the attached document.
This summer Pepperell will be hosting the Board of Education drivers education program. For all who would like to sign up please review the attached form.
We are thrilled to host the 3rd annual TRI ESP triathlon on May 3, 2025!
Race Time- 5:00 pm
Celebration/Food Trucks/Awards- 6:00 pm
ESP (Extra Special People) is a wonderful organization in Rome dedicated to supporting families with children and adults with disabilities. It strives to create transformative experiences, and the TRI is just one of the many ways it makes a difference!
We’re looking for buddies to race alongside participants, offer encouragement, and assist as needed. Volunteers are also needed throughout the race course to cheer and support the athletes. Additionally, we need helping hands for setting up and taking down the course, as well as making our BRAG session and celebration truly incredible!
Please reach out to Beth Smith- bsmith@darlingtonschool.org if you have questions, or want to volunteer/be a buddy!
The Fine Arts Department is please to share the calendar of events for the Art in 3D Delight Season. We hope you will join us for the exhibits and performances as we wrap up the year and celebrate student accomplishments.
Course Preregistration for the 2025-2026 school year is open until Friday, April 11. Students may edit their Google Form responses until that date. Please refer to the Advising Plan for the course list.
Please see the link for application due dates for all student leadership positions for next year. We encourage students to attend the information sessions so that they are fully aware of what the position is and how the application and election process works.
SENIOR EVENTS FOR CLASS OF 2025
SATURDAY, APRIL 12, Jr/Sr Prom - Johnson Field House of Huffman Athletic Center
Senior Lead Out - 8:00 p.m. (Seniors line up at 7:30 p.m., Outside Huffman Athletic Center)
Parent Reception immediately following the Lead-Out; Location: Home on the Hill
THURSDAY, May 1
E.L. Wright Academic Awards Assembly – Location: Morris Chapel, 9:15 a.m.
Parents will be notified in advance if their child is receiving an award.
MONDAY-FRIDAY – MAY 5 - 16 (weekdays only), AP Exams
AP Exams (see online calendar for specific exam dates and times)
FRIDAY - MAY 9, Breakfast for Senior GHSA Athletes (including cheer)
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m., Location: Dodd Banquet Room
FRIDAY – MAY 9, Mandatory Graduation Rehearsals
Graduation Rehearsal, Darlington Campus – chapel lawn, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Exemptions announced and college information wrap-up. Attendance for all seniors at rehearsals is required.
MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY – MAY 12, 13, 14 in the Dodd Banquet Room, Senior Exams
Morning Exams - 8:15 a.m.; Afternoon Exams - 1:00 p.m.
May 13 (8:15-History, 1:00-English)
May 14 (8:15-Science, 1:00-World Languages)
May 15 (8:15-Math/Technology, 1:00-Fine Arts)
TUESDAY, MAY 13 - Senior Picnic
5:30 p.m., Location: at the home of Tressa and Charlie Baggett, 17 Rushden Way SE, Rome
Casual Dress, please bring a swimsuit and towel.
Transportation provided for boarding students - meet at the student center steps at 5:10 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 – Senior Show
Location: Morris Chapel, 6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, MAY 15- Soccer Academy Banquet
Location: Yankee Wrestling Room, 6:00p.m.
FRIDAY, May 16- Soccer Academy Brunch
Location: TBD, 11:00am
FRIDAY, MAY 16 – Honors Day Program
Honors Day, Location: Morris Chapel, 1:30 p.m.
Parents will be notified in advance if their child is receiving an award.
FRIDAY, MAY 16 - Baccalaureate Service & Reception
Baccalaureate Service, Location: Morris Chapel, 7:00 p.m. Speaker: TBD
Seniors arrive at 6:40 p.m. - line up on the Zelle patio
Baccalaureate Reception hosted by US Tiger PRIDE, 8:00 p.m., McCallie-Kennedy patio (rain or shine)
SATURDAY - MAY 17 - Commencement
Commencement, Darlington Campus, Chapel Lawn, 9:30 a.m. (rain location: Van Es Arena of the Huffman Athletic Center) Speaker: TBD
Photographer will take group photos on the library steps beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Sound check for choir and orchestra seniors, 8:30 a.m. Location: risers behind the stage
Seniors line up at 9:00 a.m. on the pathway to Home on the Hill.
SATURDAY – MAY 17 – Brunch Reception for Boarding Seniors and their Guests
Location: Dodd Banquet Room, immediately following Commencement.
More detailed information will be sent to parents of boarding seniors.
DRESS CODE
BACCALAUREATE
BOYS:
Blue blazer w/Darlington crest*
khaki slacks
White shirt
tie/bowtie
Socks & dark dress shoes (no sneakers)
GRADUATION
BOYS:
Blue blazer w/Darlington crest*
gray slacks
White shirt
Darlington purple senior tie/bowtie*
Socks & dark dress shoes (no sneakers)
*Visit the Darlington Bookstore to purchase crests and/or senior ties. Slacks CANNOT be purchased through the Darlington Bookstore. Use the links provided for options for gray slacks:
Classic Fit - Dark Gray
Slim Fit - Dark Gray
BACCALAUREATE
GIRLS:
Dress OR dress slacks and blouse
Dress shoes (no sneakers)
GRADUATION
GIRLS:
White dress OR white dress slacks and white blouse
(off-white clothing strongly discouraged)
White or skin-tone dress shoes (no sneakers)
