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. We don't want anyone missing out on the fun, so help us spread the word! Spots are limited for some camps, so register soon.
Parents remember this is the last week to order diploma frames for your senior. Contact the DarShop by this Thursday to place your order. 706-802-4393.
Darlington’s after-school offerings for the months of March and April are now available for our Pre-K to 5 students. Please use the link below to register your child.
Some programs have specific requirements and enrollment caps. For general inquiries or registration questions, please email Mr. Eberhart. For program-specific questions, please contact the respective coaches.
Advanced Swim Club
Coach Frazier will be leading our 1st through 5th grade advanced swimmers through advanced swimming fundamentals on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m., starting March 18 and ending April 10.
Qualifications for the Advanced Swim Club:
Swimmers must be approved by Coach Frazier in one of the following ways:
Evaluation Day:
Parent Pickup Information:
Parent pickup for the Swimming Club will be at 4:30 p.m. at the Huffman Athletic Center Swimming Pool. Parents must enter the Huffman Center and pick up their child from Coach Frazier at the pool.
Introduction to Swim Club
Coach Frazier will be leading our Introduction to Swimming class for 1st through 5th grade swimmers on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m., focusing on the fundamentals of swimming.
Parent Pickup Information:
Parent pickup for the Swimming Club will be at 4:30 p.m. at the Huffman Athletic Center Swimming Pool. Parents must enter the Huffman Center and pick up their child from Coach Frazier at the pool.
Pre-K & Kindergarten Beginner Swim Club
Coach Frazier will be leading our Introduction to Swimming class for pre-K and kindergarten swimmers on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., focusing on the fundamentals of swimming.
Important Note for Parents:
Parents must be able to bring their child to the Huffman Athletic Center and stay for the lesson.
3rd-5th Grade Tiger Power Club with Coach Groves
The 3rd-5th Grade Tiger Power Club will be led by Head Football Coach and Director of Strength and Conditioning Wayne Groves. The Tiger Power Club will meet every Monday and Wednesday from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. starting March 17 and ending on April 9.
From Coach Groves:
I am excited to introduce you to Tiger Power, a new strength and conditioning club designed specifically for 3rd- through 5th-graders! Our goal is to introduce your child to the fundamentals of strength and conditioning in a fun and engaging environment.
At Tiger Power, we believe that developing a strong foundation in physical fitness at a young age can lead to a lifetime of health and wellness. Through my carefully crafted program, we aim to spark a passion for strength and conditioning in your child while teaching them essential skills that will benefit them both on and off the field or court. Our curriculum focuses on teaching the basics of strength, speed, flexibility, agility, and plyometrics. Using a variety of tools such as training bars, PVC pipes, kettlebells, bodyweight calisthenics, and plyometric exercises, we will introduce your child to a wide range of movements and techniques in a safe and supportive environment.
In addition to building strength and endurance, we will also prioritize proper running mechanics, agility training, and flexibility/mobility work to help your child move efficiently and reduce the risk of injury during physical activity.
The cost of the 8 sessions will be $50 and will include a T-shirt.
Parent pickup will be at 4:15 p.m. at the Huffman Athletic Center parking lot. If a student is not picked up at this time, they will be escorted to Extended Day, which does have a cost associated with it.
Registration for spring sports, offered by Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation, is still open! Register your athlete by Sunday, Feb. 23, to avoid the higher last-chance fees. Last-chance registration will end on Friday, Feb. 28. Click here to register.
UPPER SCHOOL TEACHER APPRECIATION is Thursday, February 27th!
Faculty & Staff, please don’t forget to swing by the Dodd Banquet Room for a treat and so that we may show our appreciation for ALL that you do for our students!
Sponsored by Upper School Tiger PRIDE
Our book drive motto this year is "Give a Book, Change a Life."
Books open the world to us, yet many children in Rome don’t have them at home. Our goal is to change that by providing them with books to help nurture a love of reading.
At Darlington, we believe in "Service Beyond Self"—giving not for a reward, but because it’s the right thing to do. This year, our motivation comes from the heart, not incentives.
The book drive runs February 19–28, with a goal of 2,500 books. Students should bring donations to their homeroom teachers or advisors. Daily totals will be announced each morning.
Remember: When you give a book, you change a life.
As part of their Senior Ventures Project, seniors Atlas Kosedag and Charlie Patel are excited to work with the Student Leadership Committee to bring back Light the Lake, a beloved tradition that brings the Darlington community together to honor the lives of those who are fighting or have fought cancer. This special night will take place at the lakeside from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, April 4.
All Darlington families are welcome to be a part of Light the Lake, and we hope you will join us for student musical performances, activities, and more. Attendees are invited to spend time that evening walking around the lake, which will be lined with student-decorated luminaries. Dinner will be provided by Flik Independent School Dining and other vendors will have snacks available.
At 8 p.m, a bagpiper will lead the Honor Walk as a member of the Darlington community reads the names of honorees aloud. If you would like to submit a name to be recognized, please fill out this Google form or email Jordan West at jwest@darlingtonschool.org.
We are looking forward to Light the Lake and we hope you and your family will join us to honor the lives of those who have been affected by cancer.
Please find the Fine Arts calendar for the Art in 3D Design season that includes the upcoming holiday and winter events.
