Welcome to Episode 171 of The Darlington Podcast!
In this episode, Director of IT Derek Fine talks with kindergarten teacher Jody Deaton, fourth-grade teacher Dr. Michael Natarella, middle grades math teacher Chris Eberhart and Upper School English teacher Mallory Collier about Darlington’s recent distinction as a four-time Apple Distinguished School and how we inspire, imagine, and create a lasting impact on our students using technology.
Derek Fine joined Darlington in 2015 and now serves as director of information technology. He holds a B.A. in Business and Marketing from Clayton State University and a M.S. in Information Technology from Kennesaw State University.
Jody Deaton has taught at Darlington since 2005 and has nearly 30 years of experience in education. She holds a B.S.Ed. from the University of Georgia and an M.Ed. from Berry College.
Michael Natarella has taught at Darlington since the fall of 2020 and serves as a fourth-grade teacher. He holds a B.S. in Social Studies Education from The University of Missouri - Columbia as well as an M.A. in Elementary Education, an M.A. in Education Administration, and a Ph.D. in Education Administration from The University of Alabama.
Chris Eberhart has taught math at Darlington since 2012 and was named director of student activities for the Pre-K to 8 division in 2015. He also coaches middle school baseball and volleyball. Chris has a B.S. in Biological Sciences from Florida Atlantic University and an M.B.A. from Berry College.
Mallory Collier has taught Upper School English since 2022 and serve as head girls' lacrosse coach. She holds a B.A. in English from Berry College and an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction from Liberty University.
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The Darlington Podcast intro music was written and performed by Elliot Luitwieler ('22) and Kathryn Davidson ('22). Jaclyn Haynes, Upper School science teacher, lends her voice, and editing and production is handled by Maddie Chastain, content manager.
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