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 Sammy Kunczewski, a four-year day student from Rome who recently signed to play football for the U.S. Naval Academy this fall.
When you think of Darlington, what three words come to mind first?
Trust, honor, respect
What song reminds you of high school?
"Too Fast” - Jason Aldean
What's your favorite show to binge watch?
“Reacher”
What's your favorite restaurant in Rome?
Ichiban
What house are you a member of?
Summerbell
What are you involved in?
Football and track
If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?
Coach Hunt because he knows when to be tough on you and push you, but he also knows how to have some fun and joke around.
What's your favorite place on campus and why?
The weight room because I enjoy lifting weights and our weight room is very nice.
Who's your favorite teacher and why?
Coach Leezer because he is a good teacher and taught me chemistry very well, and he knows how to make class fun.
What’s your favorite thing about Darlington?
The freedom and the rotating schedule.
Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.
Getting to wake up at 10 a.m., go to class, and then have another free period and then go to my last class at 2:10 p.m.
What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?
I have grown by becoming a leader and just overall grown as a person internally and physically.
What is your dream job?
To become a pilot flying around the country and getting paid to do it.
If you have already committed to a college, please let us know which one you will be attending.
U.S. Naval Academy
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