Darlington School

Jerry Sharp Field got a new look this month with the help of Advanced Sports Group and alums Lee Couch (‘11, LD ‘26), director of operations, and Matt Duckworth (‘10, LD ‘26), vice president of business development.

Not only does the field look amazing, but the fresh turf will provide a safer surface for the student-athletes who practice and compete in Chris Hunter Stadium year-round. We can’t wait to see some Tigers out on the field soon! 🐯

Looking for ways to keep your child engaged, learning and having fun this summer? ☀️ There’s still time to join some of our exciting summer programs!

🤖 Maker Challenge Camp | June 15-19
🐢 Nature Nuts | June 22-26
🎣 Camp Darlington | Session 1: July 6-10, Session 2: July 13-17

Visit www.darlingtonschool.org/Summer to learn more & register.

Congratulations to Assistant Director of Pre-K to 8 Rebekah Kinney for completing the Rome Floyd Chamber's Leadership Rome program in May! This 9-month program is designed to develop the leadership skills of current and emerging community leaders by providing opportunities for professional development, education, community involvement, and networking.

Communication arts teacher Ethan Pender has been selected to participate in Leadership Rome Class 44. We're proud to support professional development and applaud our faculty members who choose to be involved in our community! 👏

Brock Lignell ('22) recently graduated from Georgia Tech with highest honors and has been commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force. He starts pilot training this month at Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas. Congratulations, and thank you for your service, Brock! 🛫🇺🇸

Ten of our favorite moments from this school year in the lower grades! ⭐ In grades 3-5, we nurture a lifelong love of learning by channeling our students' natural energy into hands-on, collaborative experiences led by our outstanding faculty.

There is still space available for the 2026-2027 school year in 3-5 grade! Contact the Admission Office at [email protected] to get the process started, or schedule your private visit at www.darlingtonschool.org/visit

The Rome Symphony Orchestra is heading back to Darlington this weekend for their season finale! We hope you'll join us in the Thatcher Hall Pavilion for the Native American Moon String Quartets concert this Saturday, June 13, at 7 p.m. 🎶🌕

Featuring the Rome Symphony String Quartet, the outdoor performance will highlight two celestial-inspired works by Indigenous American composers: "Fire Moon" by Louis W. Ballard and "MoonStrike" by Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate. Read more & get your tickets here: www.darlingtonschool.org/7234503

The middle school cheerleading team had a great week at UCA Cheer Camp! 🎉 The girls brought home the Superior Award; 1st Place Cheer; 2nd Place Overall; 3rd Place Dance; 3rd Place Sideline; two All-Americans, Sophia Adams and Emma Dunagan; Pin It Forward recipient, Sophia Adams; and the camp Spirit Stick. Great work, Tigers! 💜

Landon Liddle ('22) recently graduated from the United States Air Force Academy and is heading to serve as a second lieutenant in the United States Space Force. 🇺🇲 Congratulations, Landon, and thank you for your service!

Alums, keep sharing your life updates with us at [email protected]. From alumni reunions to professional achievements to weddings, we want to showcase Darlington connections of all kinds!

Eighth-graders paraded around Thatcher Hall in decorated vehicles with their friends for One Final Carline before heading to the Upper School 🎉 We love celebrating our rising freshmen with this fun tradition!

See the full gallery: www.darlingtonschool.org/7233850

📸: Jacky Zhu ('28)