A Darlington student is made up of many things. None of which is average. We help our students develop their interests, passions and pursuits, because we believe every individual has something to contribute. We also believe that only when you're 100% you, are you 100% Darlington.
Here at Darlington, every student’s path is different. We think that's a good thing.
Let’s get to know Belle Brooks, a five-year day student from Rome who serves as president of the Discipline Committee and a day leader in Cooper House.
When you think of Darlington, what three words come to mind first?
Opportunity, tigers, purple
What song reminds you of high school?
“Five More Minutes” - Scotty McCreery
What's your favorite show to binge watch?
“The Office”
What's your favorite restaurant in Rome?
Soho Hibachi
What house are you a member of?
Cooper
What are you involved in at Darlington?
Softball, track and field, Student Council (representative), Discipline Committee (president), Cooper House day leader, Academic Mentoring Program (head coordinator), Fellowship of Christian Athletes (secretary), National Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society and Club, Tiger Expert
If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?
Coach Harris because she always supported me in my favorite sport.
What's your favorite place on campus and why?
My favorite place on campus is the Cooper dorm because it gives me a place to hang out with my friends and gives me the opportunity to make new relationships.
Who's your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Owens because she is always so supportive and encouraging to me in and out of the classroom.
What’s your favorite thing about Darlington?
My favorite thing about Darlington is how it has prepared me for the future.
Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.
Being a dorm leader has been an experience only Darlington could have provided me. The ability to meet new people from around the country and the world has allowed me to form lasting friendships and find new perspectives.
What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?
I have grown in my confidence and my knowledge of cultures around the world.
What is your dream job?
Doctor
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