This year, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the TABS Residential Life Leadership Lab at St. Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, Fla. This three-day conference brought together educators to develop and refine school projects.
The Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) is a wonderful opportunity for music educators from around the state to come together, share ideas, hear top-level performances, and grow as musicians and educators. I have been the past four years and every year I have the opportunity to learn something new that allows me to become a better teacher.
Upper School | Brecken Laliberte,February 12, 2025
Learning Lacrosse Senior Ventures is devoted to expanding the lacrosse community, both within Darlington and the great Rome area, by coaching the next generation of student-athletes, connecting teams from all levels of school, and holding communal events with local organizations.
As this swim season comes to an end, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve taken together. Swimming may be an individual sport in competition, but this season proved that success is built on teamwork, commitment, and shared goals.
Darlington is a valuable opportunity for students in Northwest Georgia, and here’s why: A school with day and boarding students produces better results than private day schools and public schools. The data tells us so.
Members of the Young Alumni Council are excited to highlight young alumni who embody the Darlington mission and motto through a series of Darlington Connects blogs. Today's featured young alumnus is Lawson Sumner ('16), who graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2020 and serves as chief engineer for Ampere EV.
As part of my Senior Ventures project, I am researching fungal technology to combat plastic pollution by exploring fungi’s ability to degrade plastics and create biodegradable alternatives. Through my initiative, the Fungi Future Initiative, I am raising awareness at Darlington School and beyond, engaging with students, faculty, and a broader audience to promote environmental sustainability and inspire collective action against plastic waste.
Darlington students showcased their innovation and talent at the Northwest Georgia Regional Technology Competition on Jan. 31, earning top honors and the opportunity to advance to the State Technology Competition in March.
I want to share two beneficial experiences from my participation in the TABS (The Association of Boarding Schools) Foundations of Care and Practice program, an opportunity given to me through Darlington's professional development program. The program's modules on understanding common mental health challenges and supporting international students particularly resonated with me, as my own experience as an international employee has given me unique insight into the journey many of our international students face.
As we move into February, I find myself reflecting on what makes Darlington so extraordinary. It’s not just the beautiful campus, the engaging academics, enrichment opportunities, or the human connection between teacher and student. It’s something deeper—something that resonates in the very heart of our school community: OUR MISSION.
After kicking off the semester with the excitement and energy of RUMPUS, we’re now settling back into academics here on campus. While we might be a little tired from all the fun, I’m confident we’ll bring the same enthusiasm and drive to our classes as we did to RUMPUS.
In this special series of Darlington Connects blogs, we are excited to share the inspiring stories and impactful work of those in our Darlington Community who embody Darlington’s mission of "Service Beyond Self." Today, we hear from Annie Rosen ('02, LD ’18), our reigning Giving Day Queen!
Our Senior Ventures Project is the Servant Leadership Committee, where we make community service at Darlington more accessible and vast for all students.
When John Paul and Alice Allgood Cooper founded Darlington School in 1905, they sought to provide “the best educational opportunities at the least possible cost.” Between need-based financial aid, merit scholarships, the Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program, our Alumni Legacy Award, and our payment plans, we are committed to making educational opportunities available and affordable to as many academically qualified students as possible.
My Senior Ventures Project is called the W.A.Y.S. project, which stands for "Why Aren't You Smiling." The goal of my project is to spread kindness and service throughout the community.
Meet Emily Orr ('17), who graduated from Harvard University in 2021 with high honors and a degree in history and literature. She is currently a staff writer on the highly anticipated "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" series, which premiered Oct. 29, and is credited with episodes 11 and 14.
“Arts in Motion'' is a Senior Ventures project that aims to reach every member of the student body and encourage them to get involved in the Darlington fine arts program, no matter if they’re beginners or have years of experience.
This year, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the TABS Residential Life Leadership Lab at St. Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, Fla. This three-day conference brought together educators to develop and refine school projects.
The Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) is a wonderful opportunity for music educators from around the state to come together, share ideas, hear top-level performances, and grow as musicians and educators. I have been the past four years and every year I have the opportunity to learn something new that allows me to become a better teacher.
Upper School | Brecken Laliberte,February 12, 2025
Learning Lacrosse Senior Ventures is devoted to expanding the lacrosse community, both within Darlington and the great Rome area, by coaching the next generation of student-athletes, connecting teams from all levels of school, and holding communal events with local organizations.
As this swim season comes to an end, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve taken together. Swimming may be an individual sport in competition, but this season proved that success is built on teamwork, commitment, and shared goals.
Darlington is a valuable opportunity for students in Northwest Georgia, and here’s why: A school with day and boarding students produces better results than private day schools and public schools. The data tells us so.
Members of the Young Alumni Council are excited to highlight young alumni who embody the Darlington mission and motto through a series of Darlington Connects blogs. Today's featured young alumnus is Lawson Sumner ('16), who graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2020 and serves as chief engineer for Ampere EV.
As part of my Senior Ventures project, I am researching fungal technology to combat plastic pollution by exploring fungi’s ability to degrade plastics and create biodegradable alternatives. Through my initiative, the Fungi Future Initiative, I am raising awareness at Darlington School and beyond, engaging with students, faculty, and a broader audience to promote environmental sustainability and inspire collective action against plastic waste.
Darlington students showcased their innovation and talent at the Northwest Georgia Regional Technology Competition on Jan. 31, earning top honors and the opportunity to advance to the State Technology Competition in March.
I want to share two beneficial experiences from my participation in the TABS (The Association of Boarding Schools) Foundations of Care and Practice program, an opportunity given to me through Darlington's professional development program. The program's modules on understanding common mental health challenges and supporting international students particularly resonated with me, as my own experience as an international employee has given me unique insight into the journey many of our international students face.
As we move into February, I find myself reflecting on what makes Darlington so extraordinary. It’s not just the beautiful campus, the engaging academics, enrichment opportunities, or the human connection between teacher and student. It’s something deeper—something that resonates in the very heart of our school community: OUR MISSION.
After kicking off the semester with the excitement and energy of RUMPUS, we’re now settling back into academics here on campus. While we might be a little tired from all the fun, I’m confident we’ll bring the same enthusiasm and drive to our classes as we did to RUMPUS.
In this special series of Darlington Connects blogs, we are excited to share the inspiring stories and impactful work of those in our Darlington Community who embody Darlington’s mission of "Service Beyond Self." Today, we hear from Annie Rosen ('02, LD ’18), our reigning Giving Day Queen!
Our Senior Ventures Project is the Servant Leadership Committee, where we make community service at Darlington more accessible and vast for all students.
When John Paul and Alice Allgood Cooper founded Darlington School in 1905, they sought to provide “the best educational opportunities at the least possible cost.” Between need-based financial aid, merit scholarships, the Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program, our Alumni Legacy Award, and our payment plans, we are committed to making educational opportunities available and affordable to as many academically qualified students as possible.
My Senior Ventures Project is called the W.A.Y.S. project, which stands for "Why Aren't You Smiling." The goal of my project is to spread kindness and service throughout the community.
Meet Emily Orr ('17), who graduated from Harvard University in 2021 with high honors and a degree in history and literature. She is currently a staff writer on the highly anticipated "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" series, which premiered Oct. 29, and is credited with episodes 11 and 14.
“Arts in Motion'' is a Senior Ventures project that aims to reach every member of the student body and encourage them to get involved in the Darlington fine arts program, no matter if they’re beginners or have years of experience.
