Monday, March 31, is the LAST DAY to order Prom T-shirts! Don't miss your chance to own a t-shirt designed by our very own Mrs. Paige Rogers!
UPDATE! Because the Prom shirts are so awesome this year, we have had lots of people reach out to ask if they can order them, even though they aren't in 11th or 12th grade. The answer is YES, absolutely! 9th and 10th graders, faculty, and parents--ALL are welcome to order a Prom t-shirt, designed exclusively for Darlington by our very on Mrs. Paige Rogers!
Calling all Juniors and Seniors!
Tickets and t-shirts for Prom 2025: An Evening in an Enchanted Garden are on sale now!
If you plan to bring a guest who does not attend Darlington, please see Mrs. Cornwell to pick up a Non-Darlington Guest Permission Form. Forms must be returned to her no later than Tuesday, April 8.
Visit Prom 2025 Ticket and T-shirt Order Form to purchase your tickets and t-shirts.
For questions, contact Mrs. Inman at tinman@darlingtonschool.org.
The Education Records Bureau’s Writing Assessment (WrAP) will be given in the fourth, sixth, and eighth grades on Monday, April 7, and Tuesday, April 8. Testing will begin both days at the start of school and last for one full hour. Please avoid planned absences on the test days.
We are so excited to share that Light the Lake t-shirt sales have re-opened to accomodate additional orders! All t-shirt proceeds will go toward Light the Lake's community partners, Cancer Navigators and Summit Quest. The shirts were designed by Darlington junior, Ava Ann Woods. Shirt sales will close today, Friday, March 28, at 3 p.m. to ensure shirts are delivered before Light the Lake on April 4, so make sure you order yours today.
Thank you for supporting Light the Lake. We hope to see you there!
For students aged 15 and older who are interested in lifeguard certification, please refer to the attached document.
Please join us on Wednesday, April 2 at noon for the 3-5 Spring Concert. This concert will feature performances from all music classes in 3rd, 4th and 5th grades including 3rd Grade General Music, 4th Grade Band and Strings, 5th Grade Band and Strings, and 4th and 5th Grade Chorus.
Artwork from these three grade levels will also be on display in and around the Ledbetter Commons and we hope you will take time to view these special pieces on display.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, April 2!
We’re excited to announce our upcoming Digital Detox Days! These special days will give you the opportunity to take a break from your phones and focus on your mental wellbeing.
Our first Digital Detox Day will be this Friday, March 28th, followed by April 25th and May 2nd. On these days, you will have the opportunity to turn in your phones for the day. The reward for participating is a free dress day on the same day. So on Friday, if you will be turning your phone in, go ahead and wear school appropriate free dress. However, if you know that you will not be relinquishing your phone, then you must wear your uniform.
Also, as a safety precaution, please know that if you choose to participate and earn a dress down day for going phone free on Friday, you will also not be allowed to leave campus until the end of the school day once your phone is returned to you. If you have any questions, please email me or see a member of the DarTech Team.
We can’t wait for you to join us and take a step toward a healthier relationship with technology!
Rising sophomores and juniors are invited to apply for the Rome Floyd Chamber’s Emerge: High School Leadership Rome program. Representatives from all area schools are selected to participate in this year-long program that exposes students to different aspects of our community as well as valuable lessons in leadership. Emerge sessions take place once a month beginning at the start of the upcoming school year.
Applications for Emerge are due March 31, and you can apply online at https://form.jotform.com/250155591758161.
This summer Pepperell will be hosting the Board of Education drivers education program. For all who would like to sign up please review the attached form.
We are thrilled to host the 3rd annual TRI ESP triathlon on May 3, 2025!
Race Time- 5:00 pm
Celebration/Food Trucks/Awards- 6:00 pm
ESP (Extra Special People) is a wonderful organization in Rome dedicated to supporting families with children and adults with disabilities. It strives to create transformative experiences, and the TRI is just one of the many ways it makes a difference!
We’re looking for buddies to race alongside participants, offer encouragement, and assist as needed. Volunteers are also needed throughout the race course to cheer and support the athletes. Additionally, we need helping hands for setting up and taking down the course, as well as making our BRAG session and celebration truly incredible!
Please reach out to Beth Smith- bsmith@darlingtonschool.org if you have questions, or want to volunteer/be a buddy!
The Fine Arts Department is please to share the calendar of events for the Art in 3D Delight Season. We hope you will join us for the exhibits and performances as we wrap up the year and celebrate student accomplishments.
Course Preregistration for the 2025-2026 school year is open until Friday, April 11. Students may edit their Google Form responses until that date. Please refer to the Advising Plan for the course list.
Please see the link for application due dates for all student leadership positions for next year. We encourage students to attend the information sessions so that they are fully aware of what the position is and how the application and election process works.
SENIOR EVENTS FOR CLASS OF 2025
SATURDAY, APRIL 12, Jr/Sr Prom - Johnson Field House of Huffman Athletic Center
Senior Lead Out - 8:00 p.m. (Seniors line up at 7:30 p.m., Outside Huffman Athletic Center)
Parent Reception immediately following the Lead-Out; Location: Home on the Hill
THURSDAY, May 1
E.L. Wright Academic Awards Assembly – Location: Morris Chapel, 9:15 a.m.
Parents will be notified in advance if their child is receiving an award.
MONDAY-FRIDAY – MAY 5 - 16 (weekdays only), AP Exams
AP Exams (see online calendar for specific exam dates and times)
FRIDAY - MAY 9, Breakfast for Senior GHSA Athletes (including cheer)
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m., Location: Dodd Banquet Room
FRIDAY – MAY 9, Mandatory Graduation Rehearsals
Graduation Rehearsal, Darlington Campus – chapel lawn, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Exemptions announced and college information wrap-up. Attendance for all seniors at rehearsals is required.
MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY – MAY 12, 13, 14 in the Dodd Banquet Room, Senior Exams
Morning Exams - 8:15 a.m.; Afternoon Exams - 1:00 p.m.
May 13 (8:15-History, 1:00-English)
May 14 (8:15-Science, 1:00-World Languages)
May 15 (8:15-Math/Technology, 1:00-Fine Arts)
TUESDAY, MAY 13 - Senior Picnic
5:30 p.m., Location: at the home of Tressa and Charlie Baggett, 17 Rushden Way SE, Rome
Casual Dress, please bring a swimsuit and towel.
Transportation provided for boarding students - meet at the student center steps at 5:10 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 – Senior Show
Location: Morris Chapel, 6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, MAY 15- Soccer Academy Banquet
Location: Yankee Wrestling Room, 6:00p.m.
FRIDAY, May 16- Soccer Academy Brunch
Location: TBD, 11:00am
FRIDAY, MAY 16 – Honors Day Program
Honors Day, Location: Morris Chapel, 1:30 p.m.
Parents will be notified in advance if their child is receiving an award.
FRIDAY, MAY 16 - Baccalaureate Service & Reception
Baccalaureate Service, Location: Morris Chapel, 7:00 p.m. Speaker: TBD
Seniors arrive at 6:40 p.m. - line up on the Zelle patio
Baccalaureate Reception hosted by US Tiger PRIDE, 8:00 p.m., McCallie-Kennedy patio (rain or shine)
SATURDAY - MAY 17 - Commencement
Commencement, Darlington Campus, Chapel Lawn, 9:30 a.m. (rain location: Van Es Arena of the Huffman Athletic Center) Speaker: TBD
Photographer will take group photos on the library steps beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Sound check for choir and orchestra seniors, 8:30 a.m. Location: risers behind the stage
Seniors line up at 9:00 a.m. on the pathway to Home on the Hill.
SATURDAY – MAY 17 – Brunch Reception for Boarding Seniors and their Guests
Location: Dodd Banquet Room, immediately following Commencement.
More detailed information will be sent to parents of boarding seniors.
DRESS CODE
BACCALAUREATE
BOYS:
Blue blazer w/Darlington crest*
khaki slacks
White shirt
tie/bowtie
Socks & dark dress shoes (no sneakers)
GRADUATION
BOYS:
Blue blazer w/Darlington crest*
gray slacks
White shirt
Darlington purple senior tie/bowtie*
Socks & dark dress shoes (no sneakers)
*Visit the Darlington Bookstore to purchase crests and/or senior ties. Slacks CANNOT be purchased through the Darlington Bookstore. Use the links provided for options for gray slacks:
Classic Fit - Dark Gray
Slim Fit - Dark Gray
BACCALAUREATE
GIRLS:
Dress OR dress slacks and blouse
Dress shoes (no sneakers)
GRADUATION
GIRLS:
White dress OR white dress slacks and white blouse
(off-white clothing strongly discouraged)
White or skin-tone dress shoes (no sneakers)
