Upper School Parent and Student Handbook 2025-2026

Parent Involvement and Support

The Darlington Community is fortunate to have wonderful parents from all over the world. We encourage parent involvement in many areas; however, there are three key ways to support the school:

Tiger PRIDE
Athletic and Fine Arts Booster Clubs
Darlington Fund

Table of Contents

Upper School Parent and Student Handbook 2025-2026

Introduction Head of School Welcome Mission, Motto and Philosophy Memberships & Affiliations Administrative Team

Introduction Director's Welcome Campus Map Parent-Teacher Communication

Principles of Good Practice

Introduction Tiger PRIDE Booster Clubs Darlington Fund Support

Introduction

Introduction Teacher Requests Schedule Changes

School Schedule, Calendar and Hours Curriculum and Academic Policies Guide Student Support Team

Introduction Referral Process Instruction Models Academic Accommodations Concussion Protocol

Introduction College Guidance Policies College Visitation Leave Standardized Testing Requirements and Dates

Introduction Advisory Program After-School Requirement

Introduction Boys' Uniforms Girls' Uniforms Hair Policy

Introduction Demerits Penalties

Introduction Verdicts and Penalties

Harassment and Discrimination Policy Public Display of Affection and Sexual Intimacy Search Policy Substance Abuse Policy

Introduction Health Center Counseling Outside Consultations

Introduction Honor Code A Call to Action

Introduction Verdicts and Penalties

Spiritual Life Student Leadership

Introduction Artificial Intelligence Policy

Introduction Excused Absences Unexcused Absences and Tardies College Leave Absences and Participation in School Events

Inclement Weather and Crisis Management Plan

Introduction Automobile Violations Day Student Vehicles and Driving Policy Boarding Student Vehicles and Driving Policy

Introduction During the School Day Boarding Students After School Bus Transportation for Local Students Boarding Student Transportation to Airports Airline Transportation Vacations and Travel

Introduction The Campus Regulations Care of the Houses Food Delivery Policy Closed Weekends Evening Study Hall Regulations Church Attendance

Introduction Financial Account Information Required and Estimated Expenses What to Bring

Introduction Eligibility Sportsmanship Leaving a Team Inclement Weather

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