We are proud to share that the Service Committee had another incredibly successful book drive! Our goal was 2,500 books, and thanks to the generosity of our community, we exceeded it with an amazing total of 2,615 books.
Because of your support, books were delivered to Anna K. Davie, Elm Street Elementary, West End Elementary, Bloom Closet, Open Door, and Hospitality House.
Our fourth and fifth graders also sent books to their Spanish pen pals, and Sophie Pillar, alongside Mrs. West, helped send books all the way to the Philippines—extending our impact both near and far.
Thank you to all the parents and teachers who helped at the packing party, where volunteers sorted and packed thousands of books in just an hour and a half. A special thank you to the seventh grade boys who assisted with delivery.
Many hands truly made light work, and in true Tiger fashion, we came together to exceed our goal. Thank you for your generous, service-filled hearts!
SIGN-UP TO VOLUNTEER AT BIG HOOPS 2026!
Big Hoops, which will take place April 10 at 6 p.m. at Darlington School, is ESP Rome's largest fundraising event, solely focused on celebrating participants and subsidizing their costs to attend programs. It all happens on one night as the community rallies around two new teams: Generation vs. Generation. Each team is comprised of community members across all of Rome to support ESP's mission to create transformative experiences for people of ALL abilities.
There are multiple time slots and shifts for this event, and you can click here to sign up.
*Volunteers must be over 14 years old*
Registration for Darlington's Summer Programs is now open! Go ahead and secure your spot for another amazing summer of fun and friendships! Online registration is required for ALL Darlington summer camp programs. Click here to learn about the camps we have available and begin the registration process.
The TRI ESP Race is a special event designed to give children with disabilities the opportunity to complete a triathlon. Participants will swim in the Huffman pool, bike in the Huffman parking lot, and run on the track—all the way to the finish line!
Each participant is paired with a buddy who supports them throughout the race, and we are also in need of volunteers to help along the course.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
3:00–6:30 p.m.
TRI ESP is a FRIENDraiser for ESP, Inc. of Rome, an organization dedicated to providing transformative experiences for children and adults with disabilities. As a buddy, you’ll assist your participant throughout the race and share in an afternoon filled with joy, celebration, and the incredible accomplishment of completing a triathlon.
For questions, please contact Beth Smith at bsmith@darlingtonschool.org.
Please note: Volunteers must be at least 14 years old or accompanied by a parent.
In observance of the Easter holiday, there will be no school from Friday, April 3 through Monday, April 6.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 7.
Camp Delightascope is a fun, half-day summer camp experience for children ages 3 to 7, and registration is NOW OPEN! Activities include story time, arts and crafts, music and movement, games, snack, and more—all designed just for our tiniest tigers. This year, camp will take place in Thatcher Hall—Session 1 will be May 25-29 and Session 2 will be June 1-5. Spots are filling up, so make sure to sign your camper up today!
You can reach out to Jordan West, Camp Director, at jwest@darlingtonschool.org with any questions.
UPDATE: Youth sizes are now available in the t-shirts and the order deadline has been extended to April 7!
Senior Jaylen Patel has launched a limited-edition line of Darlington hoodies and t-shirts as part of his Senior Ventures project. Through this initiative, he is helping aspiring student entrepreneurs gain real-world experience by guiding them through the process of designing, marketing, and selling a product.
All proceeds will benefit Junior Achievement USA, supporting programs that equip students with the skills they need to succeed.
Giveaway Details:
Prizes include:
$100 Visa gift card, $50 Amazon gift cards, and $25 Chick-fil-A, DoorDash, and Ulta gift cards
Details:
Quantities are limited—don’t miss out!
Prom 2026 will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 8:30–10:30 p.m. in the Johnson Fieldhouse. Our theme this year is Arabian Nights, and it's already shaping up to be a magical evening!
For All Attendees:
For Seniors:
Please feel free to contact Tara Inman, dean of community life, with questions: tinman@darlingtonschool.org.
The Fine Arts Department is excited to share the calendar for the Delight events for the spring season of the Art in 3D progamming of the year.
Attached you will find the Senior Events Schedule and Baccalaureate/Graduation Dress Code for the Class of 2026.
Please review both documents and mark your calendars for these important upcoming events. More details will be shared as dates approach.
Please see the attached schedule linked here to see when information sessions and due dates for all student organizations take place.
