Pre-K to 8th-grade students may celebrate St. Patrick's Day by wearing a green top and accessories with their uniform bottoms on Monday, March 17.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in our annual Pre-K to 8th grade book drive! Wednesday evening, the service committee hosted our book packing party, where we sorted, counted, packed, and stacked books for delivery. We were thrilled to have 40 students, three teachers, and six parents generously volunteer their time. It’s true—many hands make light work!
Our goal was to collect 2,500 books, and we’re excited to share that we surpassed it with a total of 2,642 books! This year’s theme, "Give a Book, Change a Life," reflects our belief that these books will inspire a love of reading for children across Rome.
Thank you for your support in making this project a success!
All juniors will need to report to the Huffman at 7:45 am to take the School Day SAT on Wednesday, March 19th. Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 am. Please remember to bring a pencil, approved calculator, and fully charged MacBook with you.
All other students will continue with normal classes.
Upper School Cheerleading tryouts are Sunday, March 16 at 2:00 in the Johnson Field House. Please contact Mrs. Smyly msmyly@darlingtonschool.org if you have any questions.
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.
As part of their Senior Ventures Project, seniors Atlas Kosedag and Charlie Patel are excited to work with the Student Leadership Committee to bring back Light the Lake, a beloved tradition that brings the Darlington community together to honor the lives of those who are fighting or have fought cancer. This special night will take place at the lakeside from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 4.
All Darlington families are welcome to be a part of Light the Lake, and we hope you will join us for student musical performances, activities, and more. Attendees are invited to spend time that evening walking around the lake, which will be lined with student-decorated luminaries. Dinner will be provided by Flik Independent School Dining and other vendors will have snacks available.
At 8 p.m, a bagpiper will lead the Honor Walk as a member of the Darlington community reads the names of honorees aloud. If you would like to submit a name to be recognized, please fill out this Google form or email Jordan West at jwest@darlingtonschool.org.
We are looking forward to Light the Lake and we hope you and your family will join us to honor the lives of those who have been affected by cancer.
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.
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)
Registration for Darlington's Summer Programs is now open! Go ahead and secure your spot for another amazing summer of fun and friendships! Online registration is required for ALL Darlington summer camp programs. Click here to learn about the camps we have available and begin the registration process. We don't want anyone missing out on the fun, so help us spread the word! Spots are limited for some camps, so register soon.
